Discover Tetouan with a local

2 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

A relaxed walking tour of Tetouan’s historic Medina, exploring hidden streets, markets, squares, souks, the old Mellah, and landmarks such as Bab El Okla and Place El Mechouar. The experience highlights local craftsmen, traditional crafts, food, architecture, and everyday life while uncovering Tetouan’s rich Arab, Andalusian, Amazigh, Jewish, and Spanish heritage. It offers an authentic, interactive way to discover the city through its people, history, culture, and daily rhythms.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Blue City Tour

Ages: Infants (6–9 years) · Children (10–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Start at cinéma español and introduce the history of Tétouan and its Andalusian origins.
Stop 2

15 min

Outside visit. Explain the history of the place Hassan II and Royal Place
Medina of Tetouan

15 min

Walk through a historic gate and explore the first narrow whitewashed streets, noting the characteristic Andalusian-Moroccan architecture.
Stop 4

30 min

Discover traditional shops and workshops, including textiles, leather, woodwork, embroidery, and other local crafts.
Stop 5

15 min

Explore the traditional textile and embroidery area and learn about Tétouan’s distinctive craft traditions.
Stop 6

15 min

Walk through the historic Jewish quarter and discuss the multicultural history of Tétouan and its Hispano-Moorish heritage.
Stop 7

15 min

Continue through quieter lanes to see traditional houses, courtyards, fountains, religious buildings, and former merchant inns. UNESCO highlights these as important elements of the Medina's historic urban fabric.