This was my parents’ first visit to Essaouira and I wanted to book them into a classic medina riad in a central location to limit their walking. Staying in a riad introduces a visitor to the charm of this coastal Moroccan town, and I found a good rate on booking.com for Dar Loulema’s quirky rooftop…
Essaouira isn’t about wild parties, but it does have a few spots for late-night drinks and relaxed fun. Expect laid-back bars, live Gnawa music, and a friendly atmosphere that suits those looking for good company and local vibes. Being a Muslim country, it should come as no surprise that Morocco isn’t a top party destination….
Agadir and Essaouira are two very different coastal towns in Morocco. Whilst Agadir is geared heavily towards the package holiday market, laid-back Essaouira is a bohemian hotspot that oozes history and charm. If you are choosing between the two to base yourself for a holiday, then check out our Agadir versus Essaouira guide. However, if…
So you’ve heard about a relaxing port town on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, where an easy-to-navigate, ancient medina sits between long stretches of sandy beach, there are epic ocean sunsets, and you can try your hand at kite-surfing or horse-riding along the shoreline. We’re, of course, speaking about Essaouira, Morocco. But now you’re wondering, how to…
Sometimes you just need pizza. Whilst we love a tagine and the superb seafood in Essaouira, Western diets are accustomed to variety, and if you want a change from the local food, you’re brain may be thinking: “pizza”. So where to go for the best pizza in Essaouira? Having spent months at a time in…
Whether it’s a rooftop bar, beach bar, the perfect bar for a sundowner or to dance the night away, here are the best bars in Essaouira. Firstly, we need to state that Essaouira is not a party destination. Morocco as a country isn’t the place to visit for an alcohol-fuelled stag or hen do, and…
Discover the best spots in Essaouira to catch stunning sunsets. From rooftop terraces to seaside viewpoints, we share the top places and times to experience the city’s magical golden hour. As it’s perched on Morocco’s western coast, Essaouira offers epic ocean sunsets. Indeed, for any visit to Essaouira, we urge you to make time to…
A visit to a rural market is a fantastic way to gain insight into authentic Moroccan life and one of the best day trips from Essaouira. Local traders descend on an otherwise sleepy, dusty village with their piles of fruit and veg, woven baskets, cattle, spices, kitchen wares and much much more to create a…
February in Essaouira offers mild winter weather, with cool breezes and day time temperatures around 16°C (60°F). If it’s felt like a long winter and you’re craving some winter sun, Essaouira is an ideal getaway in February. By the time February comes around, many Northern Europeans are craving some sunshine. It can be a long…
Rarely on the tourist radar, the coastal town of Safi just a two hour drive north of Essaouira, is famed for its pottery. Indeed, a visit to the Pottery Quarter is one of the top things to do in Safi, Morocco. Although with its Portuguese history and coastal location, there’s more to this sleepy town…