Things to do in Essaouira

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Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
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Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Activity duration is 11 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,285 per adult
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Adventure & outdoor

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Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is P 927 per adult
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

Water activities

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Beginners friendly surf in nice spots

Beginners friendly surf in nice spots

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,766 per adult
Beginners friendly surf in nice spots

Food, drink & nightlife

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From Marrakech : Full day trip to Essaouira with camel

From Marrakech : Full day trip to Essaouira with camel

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 742 per adult
From Marrakech : Full day trip to Essaouira with camel

What to do in Essaouira

Popular places to visit

Skala du Port

Skala du Port

Learn about the local history of Essaouira with a stop at Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala du Port

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Essaouira at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Place Moulay el Hassan

Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay el Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Place Moulay el Hassan

Skala de la Ville

You can learn about the history of Bani Antar with a visit to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala de la Ville

Bordj el Berod

You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a trip to Bordj el Berod. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bordj el Berod

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your travels in Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

Areas of Essaouira

The Port of Essaouira is not only home to many fishing boats and vessels, it is a popular tourist attraction and has a significant and interesting history attached to it. Fishing is done for local distribution and plays a significant role in the atmosphere and lure to the port. The Essaouira port is not used for commercial traffic and this has enabled it to retain its authenticity and breathtaking charm.

Medina

Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum.

Medina
Port

Essaouira Coast

Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Essaouira Coast
Blue Boats

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
Learn to cook Moroccan style at L'Atelier Madada cookery school, attached to an Essaouira restaurant. You'll learn to make Moroccan mint tea and cook two courses – first person to book gets to choose the menu but it might be a tagine, couscous or pastilla – then get to eat it all. Classes run from 10.30am–3pm and cost 500 MAD. Read more at: http://www.ontheluce.com/2014/04/10/moroccan-cookery-class-at-latelier-madada-essaouira/ #Morocco #Essaouira #cookery

Ahl Agadir

Waterfront views and seaside views are some things travelers note about Ahl Agadir. Check out Place Moulay el Hassan or Skala de la Ville while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Ahl Agadir
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Lotissement La Lagune

Lotissement La Lagune might not have many top sights, but Place Moulay el Hassan and Essaouira Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lotissement La Lagune
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Mellah

Mellah is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Essaouira area, you might plan a trip to Skala de la Ville or Place Moulay el Hassan.

Mellah