Tangier American Legation Museum Travel Guide: Top Sights in Morocco,

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Tangier American Legation Museum- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Morocco; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The Tangier American Legation Museum, housed in a historic Moorish-style building in Tangier’s medina, was the first U.S. public property abroad and remains the only U.S. National Historic Landmark outside the country. Gifted by Sultan Moulay Suliman in 1821, it served as a diplomatic post for 140 years before Morocco's capital shifted to Rabat. During World War II, it played a role in U.S. intelligence operations. Now a museum and cultural center, it showcases Moroccan-American relations, features works by artists like Marguerite McBey, and hosts a research library alongside community outreach programs, including Arabic literacy courses.

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Reviews of Tangier American Legation Museum

Rebecca Kaatz

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-03

This is an impressive piece of American history. It is well worth seeking out this museum. It was the first American property on foreign soil and has played roles in American history during the Civil War and during WWII.
Zhixuan Li

5
Reviewed: 2024-11-02

It was a museum/center of friendship/terrace. It was worth the visit because the environment was nice and staff was friendly. I enjoyed the tour although it cost 50DLM.
Guzel

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-12

My favorite museum in Tanger, must visit place, great collection and nicest people working there! Highly recommended
Hajar El Hassani

5
Reviewed: 2024-09-22

I loved visiting this Musuem , I enjoyed checking all the rooms and since we opted for a guided visit we got to know a lot about the history of each room, item, and portraits! Definitely worth the visit.
Shadow Simpson Paul

5
Reviewed: 2024-09-02

Wow! What an incredible museum. I had no idea about this and the connection in American diplomatic and espionage history. Everyone in government service and every American should visit! Plus Bunny Williams just helped do a decor re-vamp which was nice.