Top Sports for Expats & Tourists in Tangier

Whether you’re living in Tangier long-term or just visiting, staying active is easy and enjoyable. With great weather, coastal views, and quality sports facilities, the city offers plenty of ways to keep moving. Here’s your go-to guide for sports and fitness in Tangier.


🏌️ Golf

Tangier is home to a beautiful 18-hole course at Royal Country Club de Tanger, one of the oldest golf courses in Africa. The lush greens and Atlantic backdrop make it popular among expats and visiting golf lovers.

  • Location: Route de Ziaten, Tangier
  • Contact: +212 5399-32032

🎾 Tennis & Padel

For racquet sports fans, several clubs around Tangier offer both tennis and padel courts. Many are open to short-term visitors with rental options.

  • Club Municipal de Tennis (City center)
  • Padel Club Tangier (Route de Tétouan)

🎾 Pro Tip: Padel is gaining popularity quickly—book your court in advance, especially on weekends.


🏊 Indoor & Outdoor Swimming

Most modern fitness clubs have clean indoor pools with day-pass options. The sea is also swimmable during warmer months, with lifeguard presence at the main beaches.

  • Royal Tennis Club Swimming Pool
  • Hilton Spa & Pool Day Pass

🏋️ Fitness Clubs & Gyms

From local gyms to luxury wellness centers, Tangier has something for every fitness level. Many gyms offer daily or weekly passes for travelers.

  • Fitness Zone Tangier (City center, modern equipment)
  • City Club Tangier (Budget-friendly chain with several locations)
  • Wellness Club at Hilton (Upscale experience with spa access)

🚴 Biking & Outdoor Adventures

Tangier’s coastal roads and Rif Mountain trails offer great routes for cycling and hiking. Rent a bike and explore Cap Spartel, or take a guided ride through the countryside.

  • Tangier Bike Tours – Offers guided and self-guided options
  • Cap Spartel Trails – Ideal for nature hikes and trail running

🧘 Yoga & Wellness

Join a beach yoga class at sunrise or unwind with a spa treatment after a long day of exploring.

  • Yoga Tangier (Group and private sessions)
  • Seaside Yoga – Plage Achakar (Seasonal sunrise flows)

✨ Final Thoughts

Whatever your sport or fitness routine, Tangier offers the facilities and the energy to keep you feeling great. With the city’s growing expat scene and visitor-friendly vibe, you’ll have no problem staying active and connected.

📍 Want help booking a court, gym, or private session?  Contact us and we’ll set it up for you! Also check out Visit Morocco

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