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Tarifa

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Tarifa

Tarifa is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Algeciras, 27km from Rock of Gibraltar.

Tarifa is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 18,169, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Tarifa sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tarifa to your route.

About Tarifa

Tarifa (Spanish pronunciation: [taˈɾifa]) is a Spanish municipality in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia. Located at the southernmost end of the Iberian Peninsula, it is primarily known as one of the world's most popular destinations for windsports. Tarifa lies on the Costa de la Luz ('coast of light') and across the

Read more Strait of Gibraltar facing Morocco. Besides the city proper, the municipality also comprises several villages, including Tahivilla, Facinas, and Bolonia.

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Tarifa offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Tarifa located?

Tarifa is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 36.0139 latitude, -5.6070 longitude.

What is the population of Tarifa?

Tarifa has a population of approximately 18,169 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
18,169
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
36.0139, -5.6070

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Tarifa

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

Playa de Bolonia

A wild dune-backed Atlantic beach beside the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia, with views across to Morocco.

17 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Rock of Gibraltar

The iconic limestone monolith guarding the strait between Europe and Africa, home to the famous Barbary macaques.

27 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cap Spartel

A lighthouse cape west of Tangier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, near the Caves of Hercules.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Vejer de la Frontera

A dazzling white town crowning a hill above the Costa de la Luz, a maze of Moorish lanes and flower-filled patios.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Tarifa

  • 38 kmCap SpartelA lighthouse cape west of Tangier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, near the Caves of Hercules.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Tarifa.

Algeciras

🇪🇸 Spain

19 km awayPop. 121,414

Los Barrios

🇪🇸 Spain

22 km awayPop. 23,513

Benzú

🇪🇸 Spain

24 km awayPop. 1,987

Zahara de los Atunes

🇪🇸 Spain

25 km awayPop. 1,200

South District

🇬🇮 Gibraltar

26 km awayPop. 5,380

Town Area

🇬🇮 Gibraltar

26 km awayPop. 3,238

Sandpits

🇬🇮 Gibraltar

27 km awayPop. 2,020

Upper Town

🇬🇮 Gibraltar

27 km awayPop. 2,483

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