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Things to see in Ceuta (Morocco): 38 places and when to go
Ceuta is a town in Morocco, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly History (15), Temples (7), Beaches (7). The best known are Jebel Musa, Monte Hacho and Ceuta Cathedral. The best time to come is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Morocco · 35.8898, -5.3124
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (15) · Temples (7) · Beaches (7) · Museums and art (4) · Nature (2) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- March to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to February, June and September.
- Nearest airport
- TNG Tangier, 58 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Jebel Musa, at 839 m.
What to see in Ceuta
The places in and around Ceuta, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Jebel MusaNature · Mountains9.1 km
- Monte HachoMountain in Ceuta2.4 km
- Ceuta CathedralCultural property in Ceuta, Spain438 m
- Royal Walls of CeutaSet of fortifications in the Spanish city of Ceuta611 m
- Playa El TarajalBeach in Spain3.4 km
- Sanctuary of Saint Mary of AfricaChurch building in Ceuta, Spain385 m
- Muley El-Mehdi MosqueMosque in Ceuta1.2 km
- Church of San Francisco, CeutaChurch building in Ceuta, Spain449 m
- Punta Almina LighthouseLighthouse in Spain3.0 km
- Monumento del Llano AmarilloMonument in Ceuta, Spain2.0 km
- BenzúBeach in Spain6.1 km
- Playa del ChorrilloBeach in Spain1.0 km
- Playa San AmaroBeach in Ceuta, Spain1.3 km
- Ermita de San AntonioChurch in Ceuta2.0 km
- Playa CalamocarroBeach in Ceuta, Spain4.7 km
- Playa de la RiberaBeach in Spain416 m
- TramagueraTramaguera beach3.1 km
- Late Roman Basilica, CeutaCultural property in Ceuta, Spain264 m
- Parque Marítimo del MediterráneoLeisure complex in Ceuta, Spain274 m
- Fort of El DesnarigadoFort in Ceuta2.9 km
- Benzú caveCave in Benzú6.5 km
- Fort of Monte Hacho, CeutaCultural property in Ceuta, Spain2.1 km
- Church of Our Lady of Remedies, CeutaChurch building in Ceuta, Spain602 m
- Sidi Embarek MosqueMosque in Ceuta, Spain2.8 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Museum of Ceuta, Colección museográfica de la Legión, Colección museográfica de Regulares
- History: Revellín de San Ignacio, Museo de Ceuta, Baluarte de Santa Ana, Ceuta, Contraguardia de San Francisco Javier, Ceuta, Fort of El Sarchal, Fuerte del Príncipe Alfonso, Puerta Califal, Revellín del Ángulo de San Pablo, Ceuta, Batería y Cuerpo de Guardia del Molino, Blocao de Comandari Nuevo
- Architecture: Torre de Francisco de Asís
- Hiking: Circular del Monte Hacho
When to go to Ceuta
The best time to visit Ceuta is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:49
- FebPossible10:41
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:55
- MayBest time13:54
- JunPossible14:25
- JulBetter not14:13
- AugBetter not13:22
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:04
- NovBest time10:04
- DecPossible9:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35. In April, 31 of the 38 places are at their best.
When to go to Morocco in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ceuta
The nearest main airport is Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport (TNG, Tangier), 58 km as the crow flies. How to get around Morocco (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Tangier15 places50 km
- Fez, Morocco28 places206 km
- Meknes6 places223 km
- Melilla43 places225 km
- Rabat25 places250 km
- Casablanca16 places331 km
And all of Morocco, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ceuta?
The best known: Jebel Musa, Monte Hacho, Ceuta Cathedral, Royal Walls of Ceuta, Playa El Tarajal. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ceuta?
March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35.
How do you get to Ceuta?
The nearest main airport is Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport (TNG), 58 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ceuta as the destination and these 38 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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