If you are travelling around Morocco, the windswept beaches of Essaouira are a breathe of fresh air after the congestion and mayhem of Marrakech or Casablanca. Essaouira’s main beach is perfect for a long walk along the corniche (the promenade), or a sun downer after a surf lesson, and the beach to the north of …
Read on to find out why kite-surfing in Essaouira is one of the best things to do in this Moroccan coastal town, and what to expect. Considering Essaouira has been coined, the ‘Windy City of Africa”, it’s no surprise that this Moroccan town, perched on the Atlantic coast and boasting a long sandy beach, is …
Looking for things to do in Diabat, Essaouira? There’s more to this little village than Jimi Hendrix and castles made of sand. If you plan on visiting this dusty village close to Essaouira, then read on for all the things to do in Diabat. Four kilometres south of Essaouira’s medina is the dusty, sleepy village …
Do you only have 2 days to spend in Essaouira? Here we provide a comprehensive 2 days in Essaouira itinerary for you to follow so that you can get the most out of your visit; perfect for a weekend in Essaouira. And if you’re looking for a 3 day Essaouira itinerary, we have provided options …
With so many cool things to buy in Morocco, here is your essential guide to shopping in Essaouria, including where to shop, what to buy in Essaouira, and how to haggle. Our top tip though? Don’t shop in Marrakech with the pushy sellers, shop in Essaouira where everything is much more chilled and friendly. Hand-crafted …
Are you a GoT fan? Check out the set locations for Game of Thrones in Essaouira on your visit to the “Windy City of Africa” and know exactly where to go with our comprehensive Essaouira Game of Thrones guide. Perched on the Morocco’s Atlantic coast, the picturesque Moroccan port town of Essaouira features as Slaver’s …
Do you only have one day to spend in Essaouira? Here we provide a comprehensive one day Essaouira itinerary for you to follow so that you can get the most out of your visit. Whilst you could easily spend a week in Essaouira, and many travellers have been known to while away a couple of …
Looking for a swimming pool in Essaouira? How about doing a day pass to the swimming pool at Les Jardins de Villa Maroc, a boutique hotel, 20 minutes drive from the centre of Essaouira. If your Airbnb, riad, or hotel in Essaouira doesn’t have a swimming pool, how about treating yourself to a day pass …
Follow our self-guided, FREE Essaouira walking tour to get the most out of your visit to this charming coastal town in Morocco. One of the best things to do in Essaouira to get the most out of your visit is to walk. Essaouira is a relatively compact town and both the traffic-free medina and long …
Are you visiting Essaouira and want to experience a traditional hammam? Wondering what happens at a hammam and what the etiquette is? What do you need to take with you? Should you opt for a private or public hammam in Essaouira? Or are you just looking for a good spa in Essaouira for a massage? …