Take 01
2007
The Bourne Ultimatum
Tangier medina rooftops, Petit Socco, and Grand Socco chase sequences
35.7595°N, 5.8340°W
Tangier
Professional film production services in Tangier, Morocco. Our local team provides comprehensive support for commercials, documentaries, and feature films at the crossroads of Africa and Europe.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Tangier
Take 02
2010
Inception
Tangier medina alleyways for the Mombasa foot chase
Take 03
2015
Spectre
Hotel Continental and Tangier rooftops for L'Américain hotel scenes
Take 04
2015
Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation
Tangier-area roads for opening motorcycle pursuit
Take 05
2013
Only Lovers Left Alive
Tangier medina, Café Baba, and atmospheric night exteriors
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Tangier
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Cap Spartel
The northwesternmost point of Africa where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean — a dramatic headland with lighthouse and panoramic views.
Caves of Hercules
Legendary sea caves with a natural opening shaped like the map of Africa — an iconic and atmospheric location for dramatic sequences.
Moderate
Kasbah & Medina
The hilltop fortress and ancient medina overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar with whitewashed houses, narrow alleys, and the Kasbah Museum — timeless and atmospheric.
Petit Socco & Grand Socco
The historic heart of Tangier's social life: the intimate Petit Socco cafe square and the Grand Socco marketplace linking the medina to the Ville Nouvelle.
Ville Nouvelle & Corniche
The modern European-style quarter with Boulevard Pasteur, Art Deco cinemas, and the beachfront corniche offering Mediterranean views toward Spain.
Scene 03 — The Case for Tangier
Why Film in Tangier
- ✓ Unique dual-coast setting where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic Ocean
- ✓ Rich literary and artistic heritage providing authentic cultural backdrop
- ✓ Proximity to Europe — just 35 minutes by ferry from Tarifa, Spain
- ✓ Modern infrastructure including high-speed Al Boraq train to Casablanca
- ✓ 30% cash rebate on local spend through the Morocco Film Incentive for qualifying productions
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports TNG (15 km from city center) ▼
Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG) — 15 km from city center
TaxiPrivate transferRideshare
Local Transit train · taxi ▼
train
Al Boraq high-speed train connects Tangier to Kenitra and onward to Rabat/Casablanca. Conventional trains also available.
Crew tip: Al Boraq reaches Casablanca in 2h15 — useful for multi-city production planning. Equipment requires dedicated vehicles.
taxi
Petit taxis (blue and white) within the city. Grand taxis for surrounding areas including Cap Spartel and Caves of Hercules.
Crew tip: The medina and kasbah are pedestrian-only — plan for equipment porterage through narrow streets.
Production Parking moderate · Permits required
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Street parking available in the Ville Nouvelle. Limited access near the medina and kasbah — use designated lots.
Contact local film office for production vehicle permits in restricted areas near historic sites.
Getting Between Locations ▼
City locations accessible within 15-25 minutes. Cap Spartel and Caves of Hercules are 20-30 minutes from city center.
Ready?
Plan Your Tangier Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing the gateway of two seas.