One of Tetouan's urban hearts
Place Moulay El Mehdi
Place Moulay El Mehdi is one of the most recognized and representative spaces in Tetouan. Wide, open, and surrounded by buildings full of personality, it functions as a meeting point between different layers of the city: historic Tetouan, modern Tetouan, and everyday Tetouan lived on foot. Its atmosphere shifts throughout the day — sometimes an elegant passageway, other times a place to sit, observe local life, and enjoy the city's rhythm.
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Place Moulay El Mehdi
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Why visit
Symbol of Tetouan's unique Spanish-Moroccan identity and a perfect introduction to the city.
What to see
Colonial architecture, café terraces, Cinema Español, palm trees.
Atmosphere
Lively, cosmopolitan, perfect for a terrace coffee.
History
Designed during the Spanish protectorate as the new city center, it remains the social heart of Tetouan.
Tip
Sit at Café Sáhara for the best view of the square.
Best time
Late afternoon, when the cafés come alive.