Ocean Treasure | Coastal Towns and Major Cities of Morocco

Casablanca

Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco and major Atlantic Ocean port set in a beautiful setting overlooking the Moroccan coastline. It is the home to the primary international airport. This bustling city is Morocco's business powerhouse and industrial center. The city became the showcase and a mix of traditional Moroccan designs of Art Deco architecture, which can still be admired today. The modern Ḥasan II mosque, is one of the largest and most ornate mosques in the world. And a tour of the city’s United Nations Place, Mohammed V Place, The Habous area and old museums is worth an overnight stay in town.

Rabat

Rabat is Morocco's capital and Royal City and also one of the imperial cities. The town is a blend of civilizations and history. It is an exciting city with wonderful sites to explore. This amazing ancient city is full of Andalusian, Amazigh and Arabic influences and Roman ruins. Experience striking colors by its parks, boulevards, monuments, magnificent mosques, museums, and souks. Whether you are a lover of history, architecture or nature, Rabat will find a way to seduce you and fascinate any visitor.

Agadir

Agadir is the main seaside resort of Morocco. The city is famous for its mild climate with 300 days of sunshine per year. The most prestigious monuments of Agadir include the kasbah. The Medina Coco Polizzi is part museum and part work of art. Picture classic Berber architecture made from local materials such as rock and slate from the Atlas Mountains. Agadir beaches are the perfect location to catch some sun, go sailing, windsurfing and horse riding. There is nothing as refreshing as watching the beautiful blue waters of the ocean from a height of 240m on a cliff overlooking the bay of the port.

Essaouira

Essaouira is well known as Tassort, which means a small fortress. On the other hand, the town is also known by its Portugues name Mogador which was built according to the principles of contemporary European military architecture. Essaouira’s medina itself is notable for striking buildings, charming souks and a bustling harbor filled with colorful boats and the freshest seafood pulled straight from the ocean. The annual Gnawa music festival is one of the country’s great gatherings, with artists playing all genres of music, including reggae, jazz, and even rock sharing music from all over the world. Try your hand at water sports, horse ride down the beach, buy fresh fish at the port and have it grilled, and explore a medina full of art galleries, or just relax and wind down with the sunset.

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