- Medina and Petit Socco: The old town’s tangle of whitewashed lanes centers on this small square, once the haunt of writers and spies. Go in the morning when shops open and it is calmer. Free, 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Kasbah Museum (Dar el Makhzen): A former sultan’s palace with mosaic courtyards, carved cedar ceilings and good displays on regional history. Visit when it opens to avoid tour groups. About US$2 to 3, 1 hour.
- Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules: West of town, the lighthouse headland marks where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and the sea-carved cave opens onto the water. Go in the afternoon. Caves cost around US$1 to 2, 2 to 3 hours with transport.
- Café Hafa: Terraced cliffside café open since the early 1920s, with mint tea and views toward Spain. Late afternoon is best. Tea costs
- Medina and Petit Socco: The old town’s tangle of whitewashed lanes centers on this small square, once the haunt of writers and spies. Go in the morning when shops open and it is calmer. Free, 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Kasbah Museum (Dar el Makhzen): A former sultan’s palace with mosaic courtyards, carved cedar ceilings and good displays on regional history. Visit when it opens to avoid tour groups. About US$2 to 3, 1 hour.
- Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules: West of town, the lighthouse headland marks where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and the sea-carved cave opens onto the water. Go in the afternoon. Caves cost around US$1 to 2, 2 to 3 hours with transport.
- Café Hafa: Terraced cliffside café open since the early 1920s, with mint tea and views toward Spain. Late afternoon is best. Tea costs about US$1 to 2, 1 hour.
- Grand Socco: The square between old and new town, with fruit and bread vendors and a daily rhythm of locals shopping. Morning is liveliest. Free, 30 minutes.
- American Legation Museum: The first US diplomatic property abroad, with maps, paintings and a library. Check opening days locally. Around US$2 to 5, 1 hour.
- Corniche and Tangier beach: A long promenade for sunset walks and cafés, with a wide sandy beach in summer. Free, 1 to 2 hours.
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