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
Andalusia, Spain · Europe
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.
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 theRead more
Strait of Gibraltar facing Morocco.
Besides the city proper, the municipality also comprises several villages, including Tahivilla, Facinas, and Bolonia.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Tarifa.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Tarifa.
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.
Plan your road trip to Tarifa with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Tarifa as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Tarifa is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 36.0139 latitude, -5.6070 longitude.
Tarifa has a population of approximately 18,169 people, making it a town in Spain.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Tarifa as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Tarifa. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in Spain
Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.
Full driving guide for Spain4 notable places within an hour's drive.
beach
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
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
A lighthouse cape west of Tangier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, near the Caves of Hercules.
38 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
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
April to October
Other places to explore near Tarifa.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning