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Uncover Tangier's most thrilling era as you walk through its International Zone (1923–1956), where nine nations governed a city of intrigue, espionage, and financial daring. Explore squares, gardens, and embassies that reveal how Tangier became a global crossroads for diplomacy and clandestine trade. Perfect for history buffs and would-be spies alike. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.
Itinerary
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1Petit Socco
Step into Tangier's Petit Socco, once the epicenter of international intrigue. Explore the square where spies, diplomats, and adventurers swapped secrets over strong coffee. Your mission: find the legendary café that served as a hub for covert meetings. Uncover hidden clues and relive the golden era of espionage in the heart of the Medina.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Tangier American Legation Museum
Step inside the American Legation Museum, the first U.S. public property abroad and a hub of diplomacy and espionage since 1821. Discover secret WWII code rooms, vintage spy gear, and the unique story of U.S.-Moroccan relations.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Mendoubia Garden
Wander the historic Mendoubia Gardens, once home to the Sultan's representative during Tangier's international era. Discover the hidden plaque of the 1923 Statute and spot Moroccan motifs that reveal stories of quiet resistance and local pride.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Grand Socco
Explore Tangier's Grand Socco, the legendary square where spies, merchants, and adventurers once mingled. Hunt for relics from the International Zone era and capture the spirit of a city where history never stands still.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Discover Place de France, the historic heart of Tangier's international era. Capture the square's Art Deco charm and imagine the diplomatic intrigue that once unfolded in its bustling cafés and elegant buildings.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Snap a photo of Tangier's historic Poste Maroc, once the city's nerve center for international telegrams and spy intrigue. Capture the vintage postboxes and imagine the secrets they once held.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Step back in time at Tangier's Plage Municipale, the golden city beach where diplomats, artists, and locals mingled in the 1930s–40s. Once lined with vibrant beach clubs, it remains a symbol of cosmopolitan flair and Tangier’s free-spirited history.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for visually impaired people
- Not recommended for seniors over 80
- Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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