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Africa, Morocco, Spain, Travel · 31 August 2021

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain: Full Day Itinerary


Day Trip to Morocco from Spain

During our summer road trip through southern Europe, we heard about a day trip to Morocco from Spain that we could do. We knew straight away it was a trip we had to factor into our route. So, after a bit of research, we added the Spanish town of Tarifa to our itinerary. Located at the southernmost end of the Iberian Peninsula, this charming town looked more inviting to us than Algeciras, another popular ferry port. This guide outlines all the details on how to plan a trip to Tangier from the port of Tarifa.

Where is Tangier, Morocco?

Tangier is a large port city in Morocco located across the Strait of Gibraltar, where Africa meets Europe. At 27km (17 miles) from the Spanish coast, it’s one of the most popular Morocco day trip destinations from Spain. If you book the fast ferry, you can be there in an hour. So that is another reason why visitors choose to visit for the day.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain
Tangier City from the Tanja Marina Bay

Is Tangier worth visiting from Spain?

Yes. I mean who wouldn’t want to step foot in Africa for the day if they could? Morocco had always intrigued me as a country and knowing we could do a day trip from Spain had me so excited. The thought of strolling through the old medina, eating some traditional Moroccan food and admiring the architecture was enough to convince me to book a trip. With a lot of things to see and do, you can fill your day or take it at your leisure depending on your interests.

Is Morocco safe?

Since taking the trip, I’ve been asked if it is safe for tourists to visit Morocco. At no point did I feel unsafe, but I should note I was travelling with my boyfriend. One thing we didn’t like was the constant pressure to explore the old medina with a guide. It was more of an annoyance than a safety concern, and I’ll give more details below. But it’s something to think about when planning a trip.

How do I get to Morocco from Spain?

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain: Tarifa Old Town

From the Spanish town of Tarifa. We chose to stay in Tarifa not only because it’s the closest spot to Morocco from Spain, but it also looked like such a charming town. The whitewashed streets are full of restaurants, history and a laid-back vibe. Algeciras is another port in Spain offering a day trip to Morocco, and although it’s larger than Tarifa it didn’t seem to have the same vibe. 

I also recommend heading to Bar El Francés for either lunch or dinner while you’re there. It is a tapas bar and restaurant with the most amazing affordable food. If it doesn’t look like your kind of eatery some of the best tuna fishing takes place out of Tarifa. You’ll see it on many menus around town, and it’s a must try.

The Ferry Crossing – to Morocco from Spain

There are many companies offering ferry crossings. But for a day trip, I recommend taking the fast FRS Ferry from Tarifa to Tangier Ville. The journey time is only one hour which frees up your time to explore more. We took the 11am ferry out and the 8pm ferry back, but there are several crossings daily.

Due to the time difference, you gain one hour on the way to Morocco and lose an hour returning to Spain. For example, we left Spain at 11am and arrived at the port at 11am local time as Morocco is one hour behind. On our return journey, we left Tangier at 8pm and arrived in Tarifa at 10pm local time, just in time to head out for a Spanish dinner.  

We arrived at the ferry terminal 45 minutes before our sailing time. As soon as you board the ferry, join the line to have your passport checked and stamped by Moroccan customs. The queue forms quickly as every passenger has to go through this process before disembarking. We could still see some passengers waiting on arrival. There is also a café and snack area onboard, so after clearing customs, we enjoyed a drink while making the crossing.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain - Strait of Gibraltar

Ferry Port Tour Guides

When we exited the ferry into the port, I’d read we’d encounter locals trying to sell us different guides and tours… WOW, there were a lot! I felt like we were prepared to handle them but, a word of warning they’re relentless and will follow you. I recommend picking up a guide once you’re inside the old medina or arranging one before you travel. The locals at the ferry terminal have extremely inflated prices, and I’m not sure how much value for money they provide. There are also options to bundle areas like the medina and Hercules Caves together in one tour. In hindsight, this is what we should have done.

What is there to see and do in Tangier?

Tangier is full of old Moroccan charm and in one day you’ll really get a sense of the culture and country.

The Old Medina

The Old Medina was hands down the highlight of the day for me. Strolling through the narrow and compact streets gave me major Aladdin vibes. I loved how colourful everything was and also the alleyways, courtyards and details of the architecture. Being the old, fortified area of the city there is a real sense of history and culture.

We fully expected to wander these streets on our own after shaking off the guides at the port. But we picked up a local guide just as we were making our way to the entrance of the medina. He was pretty persistent and full-on but having him show us around turned out to be the best thing that happened. He was very friendly and explained the history and meaning behind a lot of the buildings and highlighted things that would have passed us by otherwise. The guide did try to take us to a few shops owned by his friends but a simple ‘no thank you’ was exchanged and that was the end of it, no hard sell like other places I’ve experienced in the past. It’s a good idea to pick up some souvenirs or locally crafted items in this area.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain - Medina Homes in Tangier

We did go back to the medina towards the end of the day but we were hounded by people again. Everyone was trying to give us another tour around and it became too much. We paid someone a minimal amount to leave us alone. So, I recommend having a guide in this area and making sure you see everything you want to while they’re with you.

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Tangier City

After exploring the old medina, we continued to check out the city of Tangier. They’re pretty close to each other so it’s a natural way to explore on foot. It has the feel of a typical city with office blocks, bars, restaurants and shopping with a little bit of mayhem thrown in. We stopped to enjoy a coffee at Gran Café de Paris, a bustling spot on a busy corner. I’d read about it before our trip, and it’s a nice place to take a break and do some people watching.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain - Tanja Marina Bay

After strolling along the main street, we took a walk to the Corniche de Tanger. It’s a promenade area running parallel to the city beach with lovely tropical landscaping. It’s also a pedestrian-friendly area and leads right along to the Tangier Marina Bay.

Tanja Marina Bay

In the bay of Tangier is a relatively new marina development called Tanja Marina Bay. It’s a huge urban marina with a shopping complex, restaurants and some incredible views looking back towards the old medina, the beaches and the city. We had a walk around and sat down for some ice cream and soaked in the views. It has a completely different vibe to the old city, and it’s worth checking out. This splash of modern architecture and leisure scene is the type of thing I’ve seen in Dubai, and it brings a nice blend of old and new to the city.

Where to Eat a Traditional Moroccan Lunch?

As we were only exploring Tangier for one day, I wanted to try out some authentic Moroccan tagine for lunch. I did some research beforehand as I have to find somewhere that will cater to a gluten free diet. I’m glad I did as our guide took us to a small local haunt and unfortunately, they could only offer me a salad.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain - Gluten Free Tagine, traditional Moroccan Lunch
Gluten Free Menu in Tangier - A Day Trip to Morocco from Spain
Moroccan Lunch - A Day Trip to Morocco from Spain

Rif Kebdani is located in the old medina vicinity, it’s both a tourist and local favourite. Although it looked to be a bit higher in price the reviews and gluten free options made it a clear winner for us. We were not disappointed. The decor was charming, and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We ordered the lamb and vegetable tagine. They also recommended their shrimp avocado salad which was delicious, and Will tried out some of their desserts. I recommend trying them out.

What should I wear on a day trip to Morocco?

Morocco is a Muslim country, so for women keeping your shoulders and knees covered will make you feel more comfortable while you’re visiting. I decided to wear a midi-skirt and a t-shirt with a pair of open-toe sandals. We visited during August, so the temperature was pretty hot. But it was important to me to keep cool, stylish and respectful during our day trip. I didn’t experience any unwanted attention, but I was with my boyfriend which likely helped. If you are a solo female, I highly recommend dressing modestly.

Day Trip to Morocco from Spain - Laura & Will

So to wrap up, would I take a day trip to Morocco from Spain again, specifically Tangier? The short answer is no, I feel like we saw all we wanted to in Tangier and I’m so happy we experienced it the way we did. A day trip is the perfect amount of time, and it has reaffirmed how much I’d love to explore other areas of Morocco on my future travels.

Thanks for reading, I hope this has been a useful guide to planning a day trip to Morocco from Spain. Do you know of any more things in Tangier that should make it onto this list? Have you visited Tangier already? Let me know in the comments below or find me on Instagram.

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Comments

  1. Danielle DeVoy says

    5 September 2021 at 00:29

    I did the same thing from Tarifa (which I also loved) and had a blast! I am missing the tea! Love the mint! We booked a guide and I love that it made everything so much more efficient to get around.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:13

      I really wish we’d booked a guide beforehand but it still worked out. Sounds like we took a similar trip through southern Spain!

      Reply
  2. Aireona says

    8 September 2021 at 12:35

    My husband and I are really hoping to visit Morocco someday. I had never seen anyone making a day trip of it, but coming from Spain that makes alot of sense! I am just so in love with your pictures. Such a beautiful country.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:15

      I hope you can visit one day, it’s a beautiful place. The day trip was ideal for us and so handy from Spain.

      Reply
  3. Michelle says

    8 September 2021 at 13:40

    Thanks for sharing your experience and your tips for a good experience. Visiting Morocco is on my bucket list!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:16

      Absolutely, I hope you make it there one day!

      Reply
  4. Kitt says

    8 September 2021 at 14:22

    Never hear of this potential day trip before, but it sounds like a fantastic one to do. I’ve always wanted to visit Morocco too, so I would also grab the opportunity to step foot into the country even if it was only for a day. Tangier looked beautiful on your photos so I hope I can do this trip in the future.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:17

      I hadn’t heard too much about it either but it turned out to be perfect. I hope you can visit one day, it’s definitely beautiful

      Reply
  5. Cosette says

    10 September 2021 at 05:22

    Hadn’t heard of this day trip before from Morocco to Spain, but would love to do it. Will book a guide beforehand then.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:17

      It’s worth it for sure!

      Reply
  6. Cristina says

    10 September 2021 at 06:32

    I am from south Spain, and I’ve considered travelling to Morocco from Tarifa before, but I haven’t done it yet. This is a very useful guide that I will keep for future reference. I can’t wait to visit Morocco and explore Old Medina.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      15 September 2021 at 17:19

      The ferry is quite expensive but worth it in my opinion. I hope you make it across there one day!

      Reply
  7. julie says

    11 May 2022 at 08:48

    So glad I found your page! I will be traveling to southern Spain next week and will definitely add this to my trip!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      31 January 2023 at 16:19

      I hope you had a great time!

      Reply
  8. Shannon says

    28 January 2023 at 11:03

    Hi, thank you for the information. I’m a bit confused, it sounds like you wouldn’t do it again from what you wrote below. Therefore, would you not recommend a day trip?

    “So to wrap up, would I take a day trip to Morocco from Spain again, specifically Tangier? The short answer is no, but I’m happy we experienced Morocco the way we did.”

    Reply
    • Laura says

      31 January 2023 at 16:23

      Hi Shannon, I absolutely recommend it. I feel after one day I experienced what Tangier had to offer, and that’s the reason I wouldn’t do it again. But I’d love to explore more of Morocco.

      Reply
  9. AnaMaria says

    26 February 2023 at 02:51

    HA HA ok that makes sense. one day was enough. good tip!!! I am on my way to Spain and Morocco….I have a month so I hope to spend 1/2 the time in Spain and 1/2 in Morocco…..most likely Spain more…..thanks so much for your blog…..you have great communication skills got so many good ideas!!! Thanks again!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      27 February 2023 at 19:41

      That makes me so happy to read, thanks for your kind comments! Spain and Morocco for a month sounds like great fun, enjoy your trip 🙂

      Reply
  10. Emily Stembridge says

    26 February 2023 at 23:56

    Hi, thanks for this helpful blog post! Would there be parking in Tarifa (especially near the boat departure) if we drove a car in?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      27 February 2023 at 19:45

      Good question! I did see parking at the port but I’m not sure if anyone can park there or what the fees are. Tarifa is a small town, so I’d recommend finding a public parking area in town as a backup just in case. It’ll be easy to walk to the port. Enjoy your trip 🙂

      Reply
  11. Morocco Desert Tour says

    16 March 2023 at 12:33

    Thank you for sharing! Morocco is very close from tarifa, one day trip to see a bite of Morocco.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      13 September 2023 at 11:20

      Exactly that! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  12. Hector says

    25 August 2023 at 14:31

    Thanks for sharing, my wife and I are traveling to Europe for the very first time in NOV-DEC to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We’re starting in Portugal, then Italy, Spain and we decided to cut our Madrid stay short by 2 days and are considering an overnight trip to Morocco, though we’re still not 100%. We prefer Airbnb but in Morocco are leaning towards a hotel for one night. Any thoughts on that? Also, do you recommend a site or someone for a day trip tour in advance?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      13 September 2023 at 11:19

      Hi Hector, firstly congratulations on your 25-year wedding anniversary! It sounds like you have a great trip planned. I recommend staying in a riad, a traditional Moroccan home that has been converted into a B&B type accommodation. They’re usually cheaper than hotels and offer a unique stay and glimpse into an aspect of Moroccan life. In regard to the day trip tour – what type of activities or things would you like to see?

      Reply
      • Hector Torres says

        4 October 2023 at 15:11

        Hi, thank you and thanks so much for your reply! Apologies for the delay in my response.

        We honestly want to see what the city is all about, visit the Medina, shops, good coffee shops and restaurants etc. Not really looking to leave the city unless the right opportunity presents itself.

        Reply
  13. randiv says

    24 October 2023 at 12:46

    Wonderful & very informative article. I think these tips and advice are much helpful. Great Sharing, Thank you for such detailed description of the destination. All the pictures are gorgeous. Excellent Explanation. Thanks for sharing such a informative and useful post. Excellent Explanation.

    Reply
  14. Solo Tour Planner says

    7 March 2024 at 03:53

    Your blog on a day trip to Morocco from Spain offers a tantalizing glimpse into the wonders awaiting adventurous travelers. With your detailed itinerary, readers can envision themselves navigating the bustling streets of Tangier, savoring the exotic flavors of Moroccan cuisine, and marveling at the architectural splendor of historic landmarks like the Kasbah Museum and the Medina. Your insightful tips and recommendations ensure a seamless and enriching experience for those eager to explore Morocco’s vibrant culture and captivating landscapes. Whether it’s strolling through colorful markets or sipping mint tea in a traditional riad, this day trip promises an unforgettable adventure that will leave travelers yearning for more. Well done on capturing the essence of this cross-cultural escapade!

    Reply
  15. Randiv says

    29 April 2024 at 07:27

    Wonderful & very informative article. I think these tips and advice are much helpful. Great Sharing, Thank you for such detailed description of the destination. Thanks for sharing such a informative and useful post. Excellent Explanation.

    Reply
    • Abdel says

      31 August 2024 at 15:14

      as a local I want to thank you very deeply firstabale because of promoting my city and secondly for a such detailed description of everything concerning the destination. thank you

      Reply
  16. Terra says

    18 April 2025 at 19:00

    Hi! I am wondering how you would recommend getting to Tarifa? I agree that it seems more appealing than Algeciras. We will be coming from Barcelona, so I am wondering if you have any recommendations getting to Tarifa. Thanks!

    Reply

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✨ Lily Lake – Super scenic and family-friendly. Flat loop with mountain views that don’t quit. Perfect for a relaxing stroll, picnic or birdwatching.
🌲 Emerald Lake Trail – One of the park’s most popular for good reason. You’ll hit Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lake - three stunning alpine lakes, all on the same hike (check my previous post for all the deets!)
☀️ Sprague Lake – Short and sweet with sunrise views that'll make you want to become a morning person.
💦 Copeland Falls to Calypso Cascades (Wild Basin area). Less crowded, peaceful, and full of forest magic. You can keep going to Ouzel Falls - we were short on time, but it’s definitely on the list for next time!

RMNP truly lives up to the hype 💚 Save and tag your trail buddy and start planning your next adventure 🏕️

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