The secret seaside city in Africa that’s as good as Marrakesh but way cheaper | Travel News | Travel

Those who love travelling would know that Morocco is becoming more and more popular as a chosen destination for tourists. Last year, according to atalayar.com, the beautiful North African country reached a new record, welcoming over 18.1 million visitors.

Airbnb also named Marrakesh, one of its best-known cities as one of the top 2024 travel destinations – rightfully so as it provides a taste of Morocco’s history and culture.

However, there is another city that is worth visiting during your Morocco trip. Tangier, located in the north, is a gorgeous blend of Spanish, Moroccan and Berber cultures.

The port city sits on what is nicknamed the “Moroccan Riveria”, between the Mediterranean Sea and the Rif Mountains.

While it has so much to offer, being a tad cheaper than Marrakesh makes it even better.

According to budgetyourtrip.com, the average daily cost for a traveller in Tangier including transport, food, entertainment and accommodation would be £60 compared to Marrakesh where it costs £65. While that might not seem like a lot, the small savings as the days go by will make a difference.

The lower costs in Tangier can be put down to it not welcoming as many tourists as its sister city Marrakesh and having a lower cost of living. The city also boasts a number of budget-friendly restaurants.

According to numbeo.com, which compares the cost of living in cities across the world, the average cost of a three-course meal for two people in Tangier is £19.96 compared to Marrakesh where the website states it costs £35.93.

However, it’s not just the prices that should draw you to Tangier, the city is home to multiple incredible golden sand beaches, including Sol Beach, which is peaceful and perfect for families with young children and Achakkar Beach, offering unique views of the Atlantic Ocean and a great destination for surfers.

You also cannot miss out on a visit to the city’s souks. The marketplaces which have been selling amazing products since 1947 is split througout the city’s old and new towns according to specialities.

Whether you’re looking for some lovely pottery, a leather maker or some new jewellery, you will find it at one of the many bazaars across the city.