Place du 9 Avril 1947, Tangier

Name: Place du 9 Avril 1947
Address: Tangier, Morocco
Telephone: +212 678-156271

#12 among attractions in Tangier

Architecture, Historical place, Square

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Place du 9 Avril 1947 is a place located in Tangier (Tanger - Tétouan region) and belongs to the category of architecture, historical place, square.

It is situated at an altitude of 161 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 35°47'3"N latitude and 5°48'49"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Place du 9 Avril 1947 is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Place des Nations (bus, 20 min walk), Tanger Ville (ferry, 20 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Grand Socco (square, 1 min walk), Fondation Lorin (museum, 3 min walk), Church of the Immaculate Conception (church, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 35°47'3"N, 5°48'49"W

Address

Tangier Morocco

Contact

+212 678-156271

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Place du 9 Avril 1947 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kasbah, Forbes Museum of Tangier, Grand Socco, Petit Socco.

~1390 ftN
Museum
Kasbah, Tangier
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0.8 miNW
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Forbes Museum of Tangier, Tangier
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~90 ftSE
Square
Grand Socco, Tangier
1 min walk • Grand Socco, the pulsating heart of Tangier, Morocco, stands as a historical landmark where past and present converge. Situated at the main entrance to the medina, this bustling square is officially known as Place du Grand 9 Avril 1947, a name that commemorates a...
~980 ftNE
Market, Restaurant, Historical place
Petit Socco, Tangier
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~1620 ftN
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Dar al-Makhzen, Tangier
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~1160 ftSE
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Teatro Cervantes, Tangier
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~1450 ftN
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Musée de Carmen-Macein, Tangier
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~560 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Fondation Lorin, Tangier
3 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Tangier, Morocco, the Fondation Lorin is a cultural gem that beckons lovers of history and art. This unique museum is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of Tangier and serves as a testament to the city's multifaceted past.
1.4 miSE
Church
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Tangier
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0.5 miW
Church
St Andrew's Church, Tangier
14 min walk • The Church of Saint Andrew is an Anglican church in Tangier, Morocco. Consecrated in 1905, the church is within the Archdeaconry of Gibraltar. The building is constructed in a Moorish architectural style.
1.4 miSW
Mosque
Grand Mosque of Tangier, Tangier
35 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Tangier is the historic main mosque of Tangier, Morocco, located in the city's old medina. While the design of the current mosque dates from the early 19th century during the Alaouite period, the same site has been occupied by a succession of religious buildings since Antiquity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place du 9 Avril 1947?

Nearby attractions include Grand Socco, Tangier (1 min walk), Fondation Lorin, Tangier (3 min walk), Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tangier (4 min walk), Petit Socco, Tangier (5 min walk).

How to get to Place du 9 Avril 1947 by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place du 9 Avril 1947:

Bus

Place des Nations • Lines: 14, 18 (20 min walk)
Avenue de la Marche Verte • Lines: 6 (22 min walk)

Ferry

Tanger Ville (20 min walk)