January in Essaouira offers mild winter weather, with cool breezes and day time temperatures around 19°C (66°F). It’s a quiet, off-season time to visit and promises a refreshing start to the year. What better way is there to start the new year than feeling the warm sun on your face and enjoying long walks under…
In November, Essaouira provides and extra doses of Vitamin D for northern Europeans and a quieter time to explore. Average daily temperatures drop to a still very pleasing 22°C/71°F, although a light jacket for the early mornings and evenings may be needed. For Europeans craving calm before the Christmas rush and an extra dose of…
You can swim in the sea at Essaouira, but be warned, the water temperatures are rather cold as this is the Atlantic Ocean. There is no public swimming pool in Essaouira, but there are hotel pools that you can access on a day pass. The sea is a huge part of life in Essaouira. Fisherman…
Digital nomads looking for a quiet place to work have a good handful of options when it comes to coworking in Essaouira, with several options available around town, ranging from cosy cafes to purpose-built coworking spaces with overnight options. The coastal city of Essaouira has become a hotspot for remote workers and digital nomads in…
Essaouira isn’t just a holiday destination, it can be somewhere to slow down and switch off for a few days. To help you relax as soon as you arrive, follow these tips to keep your body and mind healthy throughout your stay. Essaouira is a place that knows its strengths and has spent decades welcoming…
Enjoy a day of relaxation and luxury with these top 6 hotel day passes in Essaouira. These provide access to use the pool for the day, and sometimes include lunch (although you can always purchase that separately if not included). Want to enjoy the luxuries of Essaouira’s finest hotels without the cost of an overnight…
Haggling in Morocco can be a fun experience, especially if you manage to snag a bargain, but you need to have the right approach. Read on for our tips. Wander through any Moroccan medina and it won’t be long before you spot the souvenir and clothing stalls. Run by experienced and wily shopkeepers, the prices…
Discover Essaouira’s charm without spending a dirham; wander historic medinas, enjoy coastal sunsets, and immerse in rich culture with these top free experiences. For a relatively small patch of land on the Atlantic coast, Essaouira is surprisingly full of things to do and places to see. And the good news is that many of these…
For visitors to Marrakech short on time, including those on a day trip from Essaouira, here are the top 10 things to do in Marrakech so you can get a taster and feel of this colourful and chaotic Moroccan city. You don’t need an exhaustive list, so we’ve narrowed it down for you. Sipping a…
For visitors with limited time, including day-trippers from Essaouira, this list highlights the best things to do in Agadir. Instead of an exhaustive rundown, we’ve narrowed it down to the must-see sights and experiences that let you get a true feel for this Moroccan tourist town. Agadir is not the best representation of Morocco, and…