Caves of Hercules Tickets & Prices 2026: Complete Guide

If you’re planning a trip to the Caves of Hercules, the entrance fee is the easiest part of your visit to get right — as long as you know which price band applies to you. Morocco uses a two-tier pricing system at most of its heritage sites, and the caves are no exception. Here’s the full breakdown for 2026, plus a few details that aren’t printed on the sign at the gate.

2026 price list

Category	Price
Moroccan or resident adult	30 Dh
Moroccan or resident child (7–13)	10 Dh
Foreigner adult	80 Dh
Foreigner child (7–13)	40 Dh
Children under 7	Free

These prices have held steady for the last few seasons, but heritage site fees in Morocco are set by local authorities and can be revised without much notice — treat the table above as accurate for 2026 and double-check at our tickets page before you travel, since we keep it updated year-round. Traveling with children? Our dedicated guide to visiting with kids covers the terrain and age-by-age advice beyond just the price — coming soon.

Who qualifies for the resident rate?

The lower “Moroccan or resident” price applies to:

• Moroccan nationals, with a valid national ID card (CIN)
• Legal residents of Morocco, with a residency card (carte de séjour)

Everyone else — including tourists on a Moroccan visa or residence permit application still in progress — pays the foreigner rate. Staff at the gate do check ID for the resident price, so have your card ready. A passport alone won’t qualify you for the resident rate even if you live in Morocco; you need the residency card specifically.

What the ticket includes

A single ticket covers full access to the caves, including:

• The main gallery and walking path through the cave system
• The famous “Map of Africa” opening, where a natural rock window frames the Atlantic in the rough shape of the African continent
• The upper viewing areas near the cave mouth, where you can see waves breaking below

There’s no separate charge for photography, and no timed-entry restriction once you’re inside — you can walk through at your own pace. Most visits take about 45 minutes, though you can easily linger longer near the Map of Africa opening if the light is good (see our guide on the best time to visit for when that light is at its best).

Buying at the gate vs. booking online

The traditional way to visit is simple: show up, pay in cash at the ticket window (dirhams only — cards are not reliably accepted at the gate), and walk in. This works fine most of the year, but on weekends, holidays, and during peak summer months, the line can back up, especially when a tour bus arrives.

Booking through herculescaves.com/tickets gets you:

• Skip-the-line entry — walk past the ticket queue with a confirmed booking
• A mobile ticket PDF — no printer needed, just show your phone at the gate
• The same official pricing — booking online doesn’t cost extra; you’re paying the same rates listed above, just securing them in advance

There’s no service fee stacked on top, and no dynamic pricing — the price you see is the price you pay, whether you buy online or at the window.

Are there discounts for groups or schools?

Not currently through a formal online discount code. Large tour groups and school trips typically arrange access directly with site management in advance — if that’s you, get in touch through our contact page and we’ll point you in the right direction. There’s no student discount beyond the standard child rate (ages 7–13).

Refunds and changes

Tickets are date-flexible in most cases since entry isn’t tied to a specific timed slot — but if your plans change entirely, see our refund policy for the specifics on cancellations.

Combine your ticket with a Cap Spartel stop

The caves sit right on the road to Cap Spartel, Africa’s northwesternmost point, so almost nobody visits just the caves and turns around. If you’re budgeting your day, plan for the lighthouse and viewpoint too — our half-day trip guide lays out a realistic itinerary that covers both without feeling rushed.

Getting there

However you buy your ticket, you still need to get to Cap Spartel — it’s about 14 km west of central Tangier, past the last suburbs and along the coast road. If you don’t have a rental car, our guide on how to get to the Caves of Hercules from Tangier covers taxis, the local bus, and organized tours, with rough costs for each.

Quick answers

Is it worth booking online if I’m not worried about queues? If you’re visiting on a weekday morning outside peak season, probably not — the line is usually short. It becomes worthwhile from late spring through summer, and on any Friday or Sunday when day-trippers from Tangier pile in.

Can I pay in euros or dollars at the gate? Officially, no — the ticket price is in Moroccan dirhams. Some vendors nearby may informally accept euros at a poor exchange rate, but you’re better off getting dirhams in Tangier first.

Is the site wheelchair accessible? Partially. The upper areas near the entrance are manageable, but the deeper cave galleries involve uneven cobblestone surfaces and some steps, so full wheelchair access isn’t currently possible. Contact us via the contact page if you have specific mobility questions before you travel.

Ready to lock in your entry? Head to the tickets page to see live pricing and book your visit.