Tangier car rentals

Top tips for renting a car in Tangier

• A hire car is the perfect way to explore not only Tangier, but also its surroundings and even other popular locations across Morocco. Some of Tangier's most beautiful beaches are located between 10 and 20 minutes outside the city, and major cities in the country are quite spread apart, so renting a car will allow you to personalize your road trip freely. Don't forget to stop by the blue city of Chefchaouen, which is a two-hour drive from Tangier.
• All the big car hire agencies, including Hertz, Europcar, and Sixt, can be found at Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG), which is located less than 30 minutes away from the city center. The car hire desks are situated in the Arrivals Hall of the airport's main terminal, and they often operate between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., although some are open until later. It's typically cheaper to book your car in advance, especially in the summer months.
• While main roads are often in good condition throughout the country, many city streets are narrow and packed with buses, cars, cyclists, pedestrians, and animals. Don't let the constant honking affect you as it's normal, and keep your eyes on the side and rear view mirrors. Road signs are usually written in both Arabic and French, but you may come across some only in Arabic. Avoid driving at night because roads are dimly lit.
• The streets of Tangier are often very busy, with rickshaw drivers and donkeys circulating alongside cars and motorbikes. The city doesn't experience traffic jams per se, but coming in and out of town can be difficult as people and animals standing on the side of the narrow roads push traffic to the center. If you have to be somewhere at a specific time, plan your journey in advance by taking this into consideration.
• Book your rental car in Tangier at least 2 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price