Old Town of Assilah
Places to visit · Asilah
About this place
The old town of Asilah stands out with its whitewashed façades painted in blue and white, encircled by walls that plunge into the ocean. Founded by the Phoenicians then fortified by the Portuguese, it retains the imprint of its past as a maritime stronghold. Every summer since 1978, the cultural moussem transforms its alleyways into an open-air gallery, where artists from around the world paint directly on the walls.
Visitors stroll through to wander among artisan shops, admire carved doors and flowering patios, then walk along the ramparts to feel the sea spray. Art galleries punctuate the route, whilst Bab Homar square and its cannons facing the sea offer a contemplative pause. Accessible to all, this compact medina is easily explored on foot and appeals to history enthusiasts and contemporary art lovers alike.
Where it is
FX86+22V, Asilah, Maroc
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday today | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
Its reputation elsewhere
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The old medina of Asilah is a real coup de cœur. Its impeccably clean white alleyways, its colourful doors, its magnificent fresques and its peaceful atmosphere make it a unique place. Walking along the ramparts with the view over the ocean is a real pleasure.
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L'ancienne médina d'Asilah est un véritable coup de cœur. Ses ruelles blanches impeccablement propres, ses portes colorées, ses magnifiques fresques et son ambiance paisible en font un endroit unique. Se promener le long des remparts avec la vue sur l'océan est un vrai plaisir.
The town is rather pretty, if you're near Tanger, you must go, however I was expecting much better as it remains quite small with very few people
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La ville est plutôt jolie, si vous êtes à côté de Tanger, il faut y aller, je m’attendais cependant à beaucoup mieux car cela reste assez petit avec très peu de monde
Tellement joli, is it because we were there at the end of February that it gave off such serenity, ..we really loved this town
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Tellement joli , est ce parce que nous y étions fin février que ce dégageait une telle sérénité, ..nous avons beaucoup aimé cette ville
Very pretty medina, calm and very clean. Winding streets, white and blue, overlooking the sea from the top of its ramparts, enter through one of its 3 gates and wander at the rhythm of the different goods on display. Absolutely must do
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Très jolie medina, calme et très propre. Rues tortueuses, blanches et bleues, donnant sur la mer du haut de ses remparts entrée par une de ses 3 portes et déambuler au rythme des différents marchandises présentées. A faire absolument
A very pleasant place for a few days' rest. A bit of beach, a few walks around the magnificent medina, the very lively Thursday souk... enough to fill the days nicely. A few regrets: no proper promenade in Asilah, you get the impression that the sea is far away because of the barriers that separate.
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Un endroit très plaisant pour quelques jours de repos. Un peu de plage, quelques tours dans la magnifique médina, le très animé souk du jeudi... de quoi bien remplir les jours. Quelques regrets : pas de digue digne de ce nom à Asilah, on a l'impression que la mer est loin à cause des barrières qui séparent.
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