2 Best Sights in Rabat, Casablanca, and the North Atlantic Coast, Morocco

El Jadida's main attraction is the atmospheric Cité Portugaise, which was built for military purposes in the early 1500s, overtaken by the Moroccans in 1769, and registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. Impressive (and still imposing) stone walls make it difficult to miss. The Portuguese city was originally a rectangular island with a bastion on each corner, connected to the mainland by a single causeway. Take the entrance on the right where you'll see that the Portuguese street names have been retained.

This large, fenced park has several wide, well-packed dirt trails that pass through wooded areas, perfect for a run or a walk. There are always gardeners around to keep it tidy and plenty of other people taking the opportunity for some exercise close to the city center. Access is next to the Sofitel Jardin des Roses.