Sidi Bou Abid Mosque 🇲🇦

When you visit central Tangier, Morocco, you will find the historic Sidi Bou Abid Mosque (مسجد سيدي بو عبيد) positioned prominently overlooking the Grand Socco medina area from the southwest. Constructed in 1917, this notable mosque offers travelers a compelling reason to stop and admire its distinct architectural details as you explore the heart of the city. As you look at the structure, you can see that it is decorated in polychrome tiles, making it a standout visual feature above the surrounding medina area.

While taking in the sight of the Sidi Bou Abid Mosque, you can easily explore the adjacent historic landmarks right in its immediate vicinity. Located near Bab Fahs, you will discover the nearby Mendoubia Gardens, which serve as a double gateway leading directly into the medina. This location allows you to experience a key historic vantage point from 1917, observe the intricate polychrome tile decorations up close, and seamlessly transition into the medina through the double gateway of the Mendoubia Gardens.

Whether you are appreciating the 1917 construction or using its southwest orientation over the Grand Socco to orient yourself, the Sidi Bou Abid Mosque is a memorable landmark.

What to see at Sidi Bou Abid Mosque

• Built in 1917 overlooking central Tangier's Grand Socco medina area from the southwest
• Features architectural decoration made of polychrome tiles
• Located near Bab Fahs in central Tangier
• Close to Mendoubia Gardens, which feature a double gateway into the medina

Visiting tips

Combine your viewing of the mosque's polychrome tile exterior with a walk through the adjacent Mendoubia Gardens double gateway into the medina.

How long: Under 1 hour · Best time: Daytime

How to get there & what’s nearby

Sidi Bou Abid Mosque is easy to reach on Tangier’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Lalla Abla Mosque and The Great Mosque of Tangier. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Tangier travel guide.