Grand Socco
ساحة 9 أبريل 1947
A large square linking the new town and the old city, surrounded by old city gates, markets, a mosque and the old cinema known as the Rif Cinema.
The Grand Socco (officially 9 April 1947 Square) sits at the southwest entrance to the old city. It marks the boundary between the new town and the medina and is a busy transport hub. A fountain stands in the center, surrounded by lively fruit, vegetable and flower markets and snack stalls. On one side is Sidi Bou Abib Mosque, with its colorful tiled minaret, and on the other is the Rif Cinema (Cinémathèque de Tanger), an arts cinema and café converted from an old movie theater, ideal for a rest. Passing through the city gate from here leads into the old city, and the Mendoubia Gardens are not far to the north. It is busiest in the evening and on weekends, so keep your belongings safe.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mendoubia Gardens
- St Andrew's Church, Tangier
- Medina of Tangier
- Tangier American Legation
- Petit Socco
- Gran Teatro Cervantes
- Kasbah Museum (Dar el Makhzen)
- Kasbah of Tangier