Asilah is a great reflection of both African and European cultures and is located in the northwest of Morocco. It is also one of the most popular coastal towns in the country. You can begin your city tour by visiting Asilah Old Town, which has Moroccan and also bears traces of Spanish culture. As in many Moroccan cities, you will come across many traditional brown Medina walls in Asilah. You can rent a bicycle to tour the coastline of Asilah and you can even participate in cycling tours organised at certain times. The Asilah Festival which is one of the most popular art events in Morocco is held every year in August. You can participate in the workshops of famous artists and visit the exhibitions.
You can find many local souvenirs in the market called Asilah Souk. Especially on Sundays and Thursdays the market is more crowded. You can come across a large number of souvenirs from textile products to antique items and local handicrafts. The Ramparts walls, many of which were built in the 15th century surround the Old Town of Asilah. The Ramparts offer the perfect spot for spectacular sunset views and nearly all of the Ramparts were built while Asilah was under the rule of Portugal. To experience Moroccan style cuisine you can go to Oceano Casa Pepe Restaurant. This is a two-storey restaurant and you can sit on the breathtaking terrace overlooking the garden and you should try tagine or taste many of the Moroccan flavors. We recommend you to try the delicious Spanish wine and enjoy the romantic atmosphere. Asilah's other popular eating and drinking place which is located in a great location overlooking the sea is Port XIV Restaurant and we recommend you to taste the piri-piri chicken and the sea food.
The Church of San Bartolome is a typical Hispano-Moorish style building built by the Spanish Franciscans and is located in the northwest of the center of Asilah and is definitely worth a visit. Paradise Beach is one of the most visited places in Asilah and is a fascinating place where you can enjoy the silky soft sand and the sparkling clear sea. Asilah's symbolic structure is the Al-Hamra (red) Tower and was built by the Portuguese in the 15th century. It will impress you with its impressive architectural details at first sight and you can catch exquisite photos from the Al-Hamra Tower.