Tetouan
Morocco · Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma · 40 m
Description
Tetouan (تطوان), the “White Dove of the North”, is one of northern Morocco’s most historic cities and is renowned for its distinctive Andalusian heritage. Its UNESCO-listed medina was profoundly shaped by Andalusians who settled in the city following their expulsion from Spain from the late 15th century onwards. Their influence remains visible today in the whitewashed architecture, winding alleyways, traditional crafts, and local culture. With its exceptionally well-preserved medina and unique blend of Moroccan and Andalusian traditions, Tetouan has a character unlike anywhere else in Morocco.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Medina of Tetouan (UNESCO)
- Feddan Square and Royal Palace
- Medina gates and historic walls
- Bab Okla
- Ethnographic Museum (Dar El Oddi)
- Dar El Oddi Cultural Space
- Tetouan Archaeological Museum
- Tetouan Center of Modern Art
- Dar Senaa School of Arts and Crafts
- Mellah of Tetouan
- Great Mosque of Tetouan
- Saidi Mosque
- Guersa El Kebira
- Medina souks and artisan quarters
- Spanish Ensanche
- Mohammed V Avenue
- Moulay El Mehdi Square
- Our Lady of Victory Church
- Cervantes Institute and Spanish colonial architecture
- Tetouan Kasbah
- Chefchaouen Medina(Day trip)
- Akchour Waterfalls(Day trip)
- Bab Tout
- Bab Saida
- Bab Mkabar
- Bab Jiaf
- Bab Nouader
- Bab Remouz
- Jebel Dersa viewpoint
- Bouanane viewpoint
- Ain Bouanane
- Tamuda archaeological site
- Martil Beach(Day trip)
- Cabo Negro Beach(Day trip)
- Cabo Negro golf course(Day trip)
- M'diq Beach and waterfront(Day trip)
- Tamuda Bay(Day trip)
- Kabila Beach(Day trip)
- Marina Smir(Day trip)
- Fnideq waterfront(Day trip)
- Oued Laou Beach(Day trip)
- Talassemtane National Park(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- TTU