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Museum of Contemporary Art, Tangier

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Museum of Contemporary Art, Tangier

Museum of Contemporary Art, Tangier

This museum showcases modern art installations and exhibitions within the historic former British Consulate building. Visitors go here to view contemporary works housed inside a historic architectural setting near St. Andrew's Church.

Getting There

The museum is located within the central area of Tangier. From the city center, it is accessible via a short taxi ride or a walk of approximately 10 to 15 minutes, depending on your starting point.

Visit Duration

Allow roughly 1 to 2 hours to walk through the galleries and view the current exhibitions.

When to Visit

Visiting during weekday mornings typically avoids the larger crowds associated with weekend tourism. The museum provides an indoor environment, making it a viable option during the hotter summer months or rainy winter days.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, the museum can be combined with several other sites within walking distance:

  • Sidi Bou Abid Mosque (0.2km)
  • Tangier Cathedral (0.3km)
  • Grand Socco (0.3km)
  • Fondation Lorin (0.4km)

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Sidi Bou Abid Mosque

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Sidi Bou Abid Mosque

This mosque sits on a hill overlooking Tangier's Grand Socco square. Built in 1917, it is known for its striking, colorful tilework.

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Grand Socco

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Fondation Lorin

An art gallery housed in a former synagogue in Tangier, conveniently close to the Grand Socco and Mendoubia Gardens for a combined visit. It features photographs and archival material tracing Tangier's political, musical, and social history since the 1930s, alongside contemporary paintings.

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Gran Teatro Cervantes

A theatre built in 1913 during the era of Spanish rule, dedicated to the great Spanish writer Cervantes. It's a fine place to admire architecture that reflects Tangier's exotic history.

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Mohammed V Mosque

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