Destinations

Essaouira, on the Atlantic

A walled port town of whitewashed lanes and blue shutters, where the ocean wind sets a gentler pace.

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Essaouira’s medina, historically known as Mogador, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s most charming coastal towns. Galleries, woodwork workshops and fish grills line its streets.

Around two and a half to three hours from Marrakech by road, it can be visited in a long day — but staying a night or two lets you enjoy it at its best.

Highlights

The medina
A compact, walkable old town full of character.
Ramparts & port
Sea views, historic fortifications and blue fishing boats.
Art & craft
Galleries and traditional thuya woodwork.
The beach
Long walks, optional horseback riding and wind sports.

Suggested experiences

The ramparts of Essaouira overlooking the ocean at golden hour

Coastal Escapes

Essaouira Coastal Discovery

A UNESCO-listed medina on the Atlantic: ramparts, fishing port, galleries and sea breeze.

Full day or overnight

Explore Experience

A surfer with his board in the Atlantic waves near Agadir

Coastal Escapes

Agadir & Taghazout

Long Atlantic beaches, a laid-back surf village and the palm-filled pools of Paradise Valley.

Two days or more recommended

Explore Experience

Sample itineraries

7 days Seven-Day Morocco Discovery From the Red City to the Atlantic coast, with time to slow down by the sea. View itinerary

Practical considerations

Often windy and cooler than Marrakech.
An overnight stay is recommended.
Combines well with Agadir in a coastal itinerary.

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