Hassan II Square, Tetouan

National GeographicAug 21

Could This City-Beach Break be Morocco's Next Big Hit?

With a UNESCO-listed medina, Mediterranean beach culture and new direct flights, this slice of northern Morocco could become the country’s next big getaway destination.

Palm-framed square fronting the Royal Palace.

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Tamuda BayNeighborhoodEmerging beach destination with nearby Rif Mountains.
Rif MountainsTrailGranite mountains with quiet hiking trails behind Tamuda Bay.
Tetouan Museum of Modern ArtMuseumCastle-like landmark, formerly a railway station.
Patisserie RahmouniRestaurantFamily-run spot for honey-soaked Moroccan sweets.
EnsancheNeighborhoodDistrict built around the medina in the Spanish era.
Hassan II SquareSightPalm-framed square fronting the Royal Palace.
El ReductoRestaurantRiad restaurant with a bird's-eye view of the city.
Royal Mansour Tamuda BayHotelBeach resort opening in 2024.
Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay’s Medi-SpaPlaceOffers nighttime swims with underwater 'stars'.
Fahs LamharTrailAccessible trail with granite cliffs and lowland pastures.
Edificio La Unión y El FénixSightSpanish building topped with a giant green-winged goddess.
Le MéditerranéeRestaurantServes paellas and Mediterranean seafood with sea views.
Royal Artisan SchoolPlacePreserves ancient artisan techniques.
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de las VictoriasPlace of worship
Elsewhere
Kasbah MuseumMuseumTangier, MoroccoHoused in an 18th-century fort overlooking the sea.
Cap SpartelSightTangier, MoroccoHeadland where Atlantic and Mediterranean meet.
Parque Marítimo del MediterráneoSightCeuta, Spain56,000sq metre swathe of greenery designed by César Manrique.
Cafe BabaCaféTangier, MoroccoTangier institution for kif and mint tea.
Kasbah Museum of Mediterranean CulturesMuseumTangier, MoroccoCovers Ibn Battuta's explorations and the Marinid dynasty.

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