Blue fishing boats and red nets beside the old fort in Essaouira

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Essaouira

Whitewashed ramparts, blue boats and Atlantic breeze

Essaouira is a relaxed Atlantic port with a walled medina, a busy fishing harbour and long beaches. It is a favourite day trip from Marrakech and a good place to slow down for a night or two.

Best timeMay to October. It is windy all year, which makes it cool in summer.
Getting thereAbout 2.5 to 3 hours by road from Marrakech.
How longA day trip, or 1 to 2 nights.
Don't missThe ramparts, the fishing port, the medina and fresh seafood.

Essaouira trips

Day trips from Marrakech to the coast.

Tours & Excursions★ 4.9 / 5

Essaouira Coast

Includes pickup & 5 hours free time in Essaouira

$14 per person

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Tours & Excursions

16-Day Private Morocco Tour from Tangier with Sahara Camel Trek

Experience the ultimate 16-day private journey across Morocco starting from Tangier. Explore imperial cities, blue Chefchaouen, Sahara desert camping, and the Atlantic coast.

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Tours & Excursions★ 4.5 / 5

10 day Morocco tour from Casablanca to Sahara

Experience the magic of Morocco on an unforgettable 10-day private adventure from Casablanca. Wander through Chefchaouen's blue streets, explore historic Fes and Marrakech, cross the Atlas Mountains,

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Where to stay in Essaouira

Riads, hotels and camps.

Hotels & Riads★ 9.2 / 10

Dar Ayman Essaouira

Experience a wonderful stay at Dar Ayman Essaouira

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Hotels & Riads★ 9.4 / 10

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality Essaouira

Experience modern luxury at Cruiser Mogador Hospitality in Essaouira.

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Hotels & Riads★ 8.8 / 10

Casa Lila and Spa Essaouira

Experience authentic Moroccan serenity at Casa Lila & Spa in Essaouira

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Getting there

Private transfer between Marrakech and Essaouira.

Airport Transfer★ 4.9/5

From Marrakech: Private Transfer to Essaouira

Marrakech to Essaouira private transfer

From $130 / group up to 3

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Car Rental★ 4.9 / 5

Car Rental Morocco

Self-Drive Family Vans, SUVs & Economy Cars

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