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Cape Malabata

Cape Malabata

Located 10 km east of downtown Tangier, this cape overlooks the Strait of Gibraltar. Visitors go here to see the coastal landscape, the lighthouse, and a castle-like building dating from the early 20th century.

Getting There

The site is accessible from the city centre via taxi or local transport. The journey typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

Duration of Visit

Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to walk around the cape, visit the lighthouse area, and observe the coastline.

When to Visit

The location is exposed to the elements, so visiting during the spring or autumn avoids the extreme heat of summer and the wind of winter. Late afternoon is a common time for visitors to arrive to see the changing light over the strait.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its distance from the city centre, this site can be combined with other points of interest in the region:

  • Cap Malabata Lighthouse: 0.1 km
  • Bay of Tangier: 4.9 km
  • Lalla Abla Mosque: 6.1 km
  • Musée de Carmen-Macein: 6.5 km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Cap Malabata Lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Cap Malabata Lighthouse

A lighthouse on Cape Malabata on the outskirts of Tangier, Morocco, facing the Strait of Gibraltar. On clear days, you can even see the Spanish coast across the strait.

0.1 km away
Bay of Tangier

Nature

Bay of Tangier

The Bay of Tangier is a crescent-shaped bay on Morocco's northern Mediterranean coast, stretching between the port of Tangier and Cape Malabata. Hotels and large buildings line the seafront Avenue d'Espagne, making it a pleasant place for a stroll with sea views.

4.9 km away
Lalla Abla Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Lalla Abla Mosque

This mosque stands near Tangier's port, completed in 2017 and dedicated the following year in a ceremony attended by the king. Its modern architectural facade makes it one of Tangier's newest landmarks.

6.1 km away
Musée de Carmen-Macein

Museums & galleries

Musée de Carmen-Macein

A private art museum once located in Tangier's old-town Kasbah district, home to sculptures, paintings, and prints by masters such as Picasso, Dalí, and Max Ernst. It was a worthwhile stop for travelers with an interest in modern and contemporary art.

6.5 km away
Kasbah Museum

Museums & galleries

Kasbah Museum

Located in the Kasbah district of Tangier, this museum houses a wide range of artifacts and collections that trace Morocco's history and culture. Before museums opened in Rabat and Tétouan, it was regarded as Morocco's leading museum.

6.6 km away
Dar el Makhzen (Tangier)

Castles & palaces

Dar el Makhzen (Tangier)

A sultan's palace within the Kasbah, built in the early 18th century as the governor's residence and the sultan's quarters. Long the seat of the city's power, it is now a museum where visitors can explore its past.

6.6 km away