{"id":157,"date":"2019-07-18T17:40:59","date_gmt":"2019-07-18T17:40:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/?p=157"},"modified":"2023-03-08T17:01:49","modified_gmt":"2023-03-08T17:01:49","slug":"what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do and see in Essaouira"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"What to do and see in Essaouira\" class=\"wp-image-1536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Essaouira<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_Morocco\" >Essaouira, Morocco<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_weather\" >Essaouira weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_Essaouira_known_for\" >What is Essaouira known for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#UNESCO_World_Heritage\" >UNESCO World Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Moroccan_Handicraft_in_Essaouira\" >Moroccan Handicraft in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_and_famous_artists\" >Essaouira and famous artists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#History_of_Essaouira\" >History of Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_Medina\" >Essaouira Medina<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Sqala_du_port_Essaouira\" >Sqala du port Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_to_see_in_Essaouira\" >What to see in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_Mogador\" >Essaouira, Mogador<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Local_transportation_in_Essaouira\" >Local transportation in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_Essaouira_known_for-2\" >What is Essaouira known for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Historical_monuments_in_Essaouira\" >Historical monuments in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Traditional_Moroccan_architecture\" >Traditional Moroccan architecture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Scala_the_Kasbah_Essaouira\" >Scala the Kasbah, Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Bab_Labhar_gate_in_Essaouira\" >Bab Labhar gate in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Castelo_Real_of_Mogador\" >Castelo Real of Mogador<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Old_Jewish_cemetery_of_Essaouira\" >Old Jewish cemetery of Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Essaouira_and_its_beach\" >Essaouira and its beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#How_to_get_to_Essaouira_from_Marrakech_and_other_places\" >How to get to Essaouira from Marrakech and other places<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Where_to_eat_in_Essaouira\" >Where to eat in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Eat_cheap_in_Essaouira\" >Eat cheap in Essaouira.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Eat_in_Essaouira_at_moderate_prices\" >Eat in Essaouira at moderate prices.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Best_seafood_restaurants_in_Essaouira\" >Best seafood restaurants in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Best_restaurants_in_Essaouira\" >Best restaurants in Essaouira<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#Nightlife\" >Nightlife<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_Essaouira_known_for-3\" >What is Essaouira known for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Essaouira\" >What is the best time to visit Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_the_best_beaches_in_Essaouira\" >What are the best beaches in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_some_must-try_local_dishes_in_Essaouira\" >What are some must-try local dishes in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_the_Essaouira_Music_Festival\" >What is the Essaouira Music Festival?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_the_top_attractions_in_Essaouira\" >What are the top attractions in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_the_best_beaches_in_Essaouira-2\" >What are the best beaches in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_some_popular_activities_in_Essaouira\" >What are some popular activities in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_are_some_cultural_events_in_Essaouira\" >What are some cultural events in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/what-to-do-and-see-in-essaouira\/#What_is_the_transportation_system_like_in_Essaouira\" >What is the transportation system like in Essaouira?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_Morocco\"><\/span>Essaouira, Morocco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What to do and see in Essaouira, Essaouira is a city on the Moroccan Atlantic coast that is beaten by the trade winds and has a population of about 80,000. This place is a beautiful town with one of the best beaches in Morocco and a rich history that has made it one of the most fascinating places on the entire Atlantic coast of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_weather\"><\/span>Essaouira weather<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the large influx of tourists, mainly French, the city has become a center for cosmopolitan summer and one of the main tourist destinations in the area. This means that walking through its beautiful medina can become overwhelming during the summer, which is the time of most affluence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Essaouira_known_for\"><\/span>What is Essaouira known for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the points that most attracts Essaouira&#8217;s attention is its European layout in the form of a grid and its urban areas surrounded by old bastions, as projected at the end of the 18th century. Although it is becoming a very tourist city, those who prefer a location away from the tension of bargaining and the pushes of the big cities will opt for Essaouira on their trip to Morocco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNESCO_World_Heritage\"><\/span>UNESCO World Heritage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tourism here is in full expansion for being an exceptional spa place and for its natural reserve on the island Mogador and for its medina, declared a <a href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/world-heritage-of-morocco\/\">World Heritage Site by UNESCO<\/a>. At the foot of the Great Atlas, Essaouira rises on a nearby rocky island facing the ocean, surrounded by hills, forests, and dunes. It enjoys an exceptional microclimate that favors cereal crops, goat grazing, and forestry production, which is the basis of its economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moroccan_Handicraft_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Moroccan Handicraft in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Handicraft-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Handicraft\" class=\"wp-image-1538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Handicraft-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Handicraft-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Handicraft-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Handicraft.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Handicraft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Its craftsmanship is rich and varied, witnessing cultural exchange. In addition, the &#8216;source&#8217;, known here, are masters in goldsmithing, marquetry, and joinery, especially of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.artisanat-du-sud.com\/en\/28-marquetry-essaouira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the wood of &#8216;thuya&#8217;<\/a>. It offers other treasures, such as Argan oil, and fishing is an important sector of activity thanks to its fishing port. Its artisanal shipyards are the heart of Essaouira, unique in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_and_famous_artists\"><\/span>Essaouira and famous artists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the end of the 20th century, the curious arrival of adventurers and artists such as Frank Zappa and Jimi Hendrix has given the city particular renown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Essaouira\"><\/span>History of Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a good port city, Essaouira has been from an ancient crossroads of peoples and civilizations. In the 5th century BC, it was founded under the rule of Phoenicians and Carthaginians. Then it was in the hands of the Romans, a time when it was an area primarily known for its production of purple: they occupied the islets off their coasts to explode. This mollusk was used to obtain the purple color. The Archaeological Museum of Rabat shows evidence of the settlements and purple factories of the Island of Mogador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_Medina\"><\/span>Essaouira Medina<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-Medina-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Essaouira Medina\" class=\"wp-image-1534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-Medina-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-Medina-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-Medina-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-Medina.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Essaouira Medina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With the arrival of the Portuguese in the sixteenth century, the city was renamed Mogador. It is here that the famous Portuguese buildings were erected, which are among the most exciting places to see in Essaouira. Later it was taken over and refounded by Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Adellah in 1764, who gave the city&#8217;s current name. To promote maritime trade, he created a port that would overshadow the city of Agadir. In addition, it was under this sultanate that the city took the form it has today, both for the main monuments of the medina and the defensive constructions of the city. Since then, it has been inhabited by Arabs and Berber tribes and by an essential colony of Jews who enjoyed greater liberties and privileges than in the rest of the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sqala_du_port_Essaouira\"><\/span>Sqala du port Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-port-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Essaouira port\" class=\"wp-image-1535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-port-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-port-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-port-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Essaouira-port.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Essaouira port<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The port of Essaouira has a long and fascinating history. In the past, it was one of the most important ports in the country, serving as a key hub for trade and commerce in the region. During the French Protectorate, the port of Essaouira lost some of its prominences and its activity was gradually diverted to other ports, such as Casablanca. However, the port of Essaouira still holds a significant position in the region and plays an essential role in the local economy and culture. Visitors can explore the lively port, appreciate the breathtaking ocean views, and soak up the unique atmosphere of this charming coastal town. With its bustling fishing industry, vibrant cafes and restaurants, and historic architecture, Essaouira&#8217;s port is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Morocco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What to see in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Essaouira is a beautiful city that seems to have been frozen in time. Its serene atmosphere and pleasant vibe make it an ideal peaceful and relaxing vacation destination. The city is blessed with mild weather throughout the year, and its sandy beach is considered one of the best in Morocco. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s a must-visit destination for anyone traveling through southern Morocco. Essaouira is also known as &#8216;the city of the wind&#8217; due to the trade winds that blow in from the Atlantic Ocean. This feature makes it a favorite destination among windsurfers worldwide who flock to the city to take advantage of the perfect conditions for their sport. Whether you&#8217;re a windsurfer or simply seeking a tranquil escape, Essaouira is a destination that won&#8217;t disappoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_Mogador\"><\/span>Essaouira, Mogador<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s an abundance of fascinating sights to see and explore in Essaouira. One of the city&#8217;s highlights is its stunning medina, with its wide streets lined with galleries, numerous craft workshops, small shops, cafes, and restaurants. As soon as you pass through one of the medina&#8217;s three grand gates &#8211; Bab Sb\u00e2a, Bab Marrakech, and Bab Doukhala -, you&#8217;ll be immediately immersed in a lively and vibrant atmosphere where locals go about their daily business. The medina is the perfect place to take in the city&#8217;s sights, sounds, and smells and discover unique souvenirs and handmade crafts. With so much to see and explore, Essaouira is a destination that should be on every traveler&#8217;s itinerary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_transportation_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Local transportation in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Essaouira&#8217;s most unique and charming features is the absence of motorized vehicles in the city. Instead, everything is transported by carts pulled by mules, contributing to the city&#8217;s peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. As you wander through the streets, you&#8217;ll be struck by the striking whiteness of the house&#8217;s walls and the vivid blue of the windows and doors reminiscent of the Mediterranean islands. Essaouira&#8217;s streets are laid out in a grid pattern with perpendicular crossings, making navigating and finding your way around the city easy. Even if you get lost in the labyrinth of streets, you&#8217;ll quickly return to one of the main thoroughfares. Essaouira&#8217;s unique character and welcoming atmosphere make it an unforgettable destination for travelers seeking an authentic and memorable Moroccan experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Essaouira_known_for-2\"><\/span>What is Essaouira known for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The part of the medina that concentrates the most activity is between the Oqba Ibn Naffia avenues, where the famous clock tower is located, and l&#8217;Istiqlal and SIdi Mohammed Ibn Abdallah, where the largest mosque in Essaouira is located, &#8216;Ibn Youssef &#8216;. Nearby is the market of Souk el Jdid, where all the vendors are lined up, with stalls selling vegetables, spices, and meat, as well as a fish market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_monuments_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Historical monuments in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Sqala-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sqala - What to do and see in Essaouira\" class=\"wp-image-1539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Sqala-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Sqala-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Sqala-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Sqala.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sqala &#8211; Essaouira<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Essaouira&#8217;s medina is easily accessible from two main gates: Bab el Menzah and Bab Sbaa. The latter is located near the Place Moulay Hassan, a charming square surrounded by trees and cozy cafes where visitors can enjoy mint tea while watching the daily activities of the locals, known as Souiris. From there, you can stroll through the city and pass through the Door of the Marine, which leads to the bustling port area. Here, you&#8217;ll see fishermen&#8217;s boxes piled high and have the opportunity to visit the shipyard, where skilled artisans still build wooden boats by hand. Just a short walk away, you&#8217;ll also find the Orson Welles square, which features a plaque commemorating the renowned film director&#8217;s contribution to the city&#8217;s fame. In his film &#8220;Othello,&#8221; Essaouira was the primary location, leaving an indelible mark on the city&#8217;s cultural heritage. With so much history and charm, Essaouira is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Morocco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traditional_Moroccan_architecture\"><\/span>Traditional Moroccan architecture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Moulay Hassan Square, we arrive at Skala street, whose layout is parallel to the medina&#8217;s walls. The forts of the old city are a mixture of Portuguese, French, and Berber military architecture, and its solidity gives it a powerful mysticism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scala_the_Kasbah_Essaouira\"><\/span>Scala the Kasbah, Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>And we arrive at the Skala of the Kasbah, the stronghold of Essaouira, more than 200 meters in length, surrounded by walls that face the sea, where you can admire a magnificent battery of cannons directed towards the ocean. This construction was the main fortress Sidi Mohammed Ibn Abdallah built to defend the city. There are fantastic sea views; this was where Orson Welles shot part of his version of Othello. It is an ideal place to take some photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bab_Labhar_gate_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Bab Labhar gate in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We access the port from the Moulay Hassan square through the Bab Labhar gate, built in the sultanate of Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah, in the neoclassical style. We arrived at one of the most peculiar and lively places to see in Essaouira, full of small and fishing boats. You can find many places where we can eat fish and seafood at a reasonable price here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Castelo_Real_of_Mogador\"><\/span>Castelo Real of Mogador<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we explore Essaouira, we&#8217;ll soon encounter a historic fortress that is a hallmark of the city&#8217;s identity. The castle and the seagulls circling above it are iconic symbols of Essaouira&#8217;s rich history and culture. From the tower of Skala du Port, visitors can take in fantastic views of the harbor and the surrounding area, making it an ideal spot for photography enthusiasts. This attraction is open to the public for visiting hours from 8:30 am to 12 noon and from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in Essaouira&#8217;s history and charm fully. With its stunning architecture, incredible views, and cultural significance, Skala du Port is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Old_Jewish_cemetery_of_Essaouira\"><\/span>Old Jewish cemetery of Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the medina&#8217;s gates lie several other intriguing areas of Essaouira. You can reach the cemeteries by sea by passing through the gates of Bab Marrakech and Bab Sebaa. Alternatively, you can explore the old Jewish quarter, the Mellah, by taking Rue Allal Ben Abdallah. While this part of the city was once a thriving center of Jewish life, it&#8217;s currently in a state of decay, as many of its former inhabitants left following the Six-Day War and emigrated to Israel. Despite its present condition, the Mellah still holds a rich history and offers a glimpse into Essaouira&#8217;s diverse cultural past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_and_its_beach\"><\/span>Essaouira and its beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Essaouira&#8217;s beach is undoubtedly one of the city&#8217;s most fantastic attractions. With its broad expanse of sand, the beach is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. In the mornings, you&#8217;ll see joggers and other athletes enjoying the beautiful surroundings, while in the afternoons, families and volleyball players take over the sand. The bay of Essaouira is protected from the waves by the nearby island of Mogador, making it an ideal spot for windsurfing enthusiasts worldwide to take advantage of the firm and steady winds. For surfers, the coast around Essaouira offers some of the best surfing spots in Morocco, including Sidi Kaouki and Moulay Bouzarktoun, located to the south and north of the city, respectively. Whether you&#8217;re a sports enthusiast or just looking to relax on the beach, Essaouira&#8217;s coast is not to be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Essaouira_from_Marrakech_and_other_places\"><\/span>How to get to Essaouira from Marrakech and other places<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Marrakech and Essaouira are separated by just 150 km. You can reach it in different ways. Here we list some of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cab<br><\/strong>The taxi rank is next to the bus station. From here, you can go to any of the nearby cities (Agadir, Marrakech, or Safi)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buses connecting Essaouira, Marrakech,<\/strong> and more cities<br>There are daily buses that connect Marrakech and Essaouira. There are also connections to other cities, such as Safi, Agadir, El Jadida, and Casablanca. The companies that operate these routes are CTM (tel: 0524 784764) and Supratour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Airplane<br><\/strong>The international airport of Marrakech has located 175 km from the city. Just 15 km away in the direction of Agadir, you have another small airport with flights to or from Paris and Casablanca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Where to eat in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/food-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/food-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/food-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/food-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/food.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating well at a good price will not cost much effort in Essaouira. The town has many cafes and restaurants that serve typical Moroccan cuisine. Do not hesitate to try the fish at any stalls between the port and Moulay Hassan Square. It is fresh from the sea, a feast for the palate, and reasonably priced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_cheap_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Eat cheap in Essaouira.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Snack Paradise Mogador<\/strong>: 28, Avenue Abdellah Guennoun, tel + (212) 52478 4646. Good value for money has very pleasant staff and the possibility of home delivery. (approx \u20ac 5 per person).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>La Rencontre<\/strong>: 88, rue Laaluj, tel +212 5 24 47 66 17. Good food and a nice panorama to see in Essaouira, which frames the sea and the city walls. They have menus for 12 euros per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Triskala Cafe<\/strong>: Rue Touahen, tel +212 655-585131. Spanish management restaurant. The menu changes every day and it is all fresh and of quality. (\u20ac 5 to \u20ac 10 per person.) Highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Feradous Restaurant<\/strong>: tel: 024 473655; C \/ Lebadi, 27. Main dishes from 40 mad. Although it is located in an area not recommended, in this place, they serve the best traditional dishes of all Essaouira. An economical option to taste local dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Laayoune<\/strong>: Rue El Hajjali 4 bis. It offers traditional dishes at a good price. Located near Place Moulay Hassan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marebl\u00fa<\/strong>: tel: 067 646438; C \/ Sidi Ali Ben Abdellah. Menus from 30 mad. If you&#8217;re fed up with couscous and taj\u00edn, this restaurant serves succulent pasta dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_in_Essaouira_at_moderate_prices\"><\/span>Eat in Essaouira at moderate prices.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_seafood_restaurants_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Best seafood restaurants in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Le Taros<\/strong>: located in Place Moulay Hassan. It is one of the most typical places in Essaouira. It is a Caf\u00e9 Restaurant with a terrace and Franco-Moroccan food. Almost all tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Le Chalet de la Plage<\/strong>: Blvd Mohammed V, tel +212 5 24 47 59 72. Very good food with very fast and attentive service, and it has fantastic views over Essaouira and its beach. Approximate price from \u20ac 10 to \u20ac 30 per person. Highly recommended<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ocean Vagabond<\/strong>: tel: 024 783934; Blv Mohammed V. Main courses from 60 mad. Ideal for drinking something fast and western but inadvisable if you want to taste traditional Moroccan food. It only serves pizzas, snacks, and sandwiches. At the end of the beach, kitesurfing is practiced and sheltered from the wind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>O&#8217;Bleu Mogador<\/strong>: 23 Rue Bouchentouf, tel +212 5247-83133. It is small and cozy and has a good meal. It is somewhat hidden. Approximate price from \u20ac 10 to \u20ac 30 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>La Tete Dans Les Etoiles<\/strong>: Jardins Bin Al Aswar, tel +212 524784837. The food is excellent and the prices are very reasonable. Everything is fresh and the food is plentiful. Approximate price of \u20ac 7 to \u20ac 15 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zahra&#8217;s Grill<\/strong>: Rue Amira Lalla Meryem, tel +212 5244-74822. Restaurant with excellent food and service. Good fish and meat. Star dish: boiled rice with lobster. Approximate price of \u20ac 10 &#8211; \u20ac 20 per person. Recommended<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Le Patio<\/strong>: Rue Moulay Rachid 28 Bis. It is defined as &#8216;Tapas and ocean food&#8217;. It has careful decoration and a good atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zerda<\/strong>: Rue Ahmed Baba Soudani 6. Tourist restaurant with Moroccan cuisine of medium price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Minzah<\/strong>: Av Oqba Ib Bafiaa. It has a menu with international dishes. Sometimes they offer Gnawa shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chez Sam<\/strong>: quaint restaurant in the best location of the harbor. Variety of fish and seafood. Approximate price?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_restaurants_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>Best restaurants in Essaouira<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Palais L`Heure Bleue<\/strong>: Rue Ibn Batouta 2. Get your fame from the prestigious chef Silvain Scotti. Here Moroccan and French cuisine are combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>L&#8217;Atlantique<\/strong>: art nouveau restaurant. The menu is very inclined towards fish, although other exciting alternatives exist. The food is somewhat scarce and at a high price. However, the staff is attentive and polite. The approximate price per person is from \u20ac 40 to \u20ac 100<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>La Table by Madada<\/strong>: 7 rue Youssef El Fassi, tel +212 5244-72106. It is a charming place with excellent cuisine and exceptional treatment. Sometimes you can enjoy live music and serve alcohol at the table. Price \u20ac 20 &#8211; \u20ac 40 per person. Highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nightlife\"><\/span>Nightlife<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is an alcohol store near the Bab Doukala gate, but the truth is that Essaouira does not have a great nighttime activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caf\u00e9 Restaurant<\/strong>: Bab Laachour (Moulay Hassan Square). Another place to drink something<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taros Caf\u00e9<\/strong>: (tel: 024 476407; C \/ Du Skala). This place has a nice terrace to have the typical mint tea.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1677924988328\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Essaouira_known_for-3\"><\/span>What is Essaouira known for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Essaouira is known for its beautiful beaches, lively fishing port, and UNESCO-listed medina.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1677924993669\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Essaouira\"><\/span>What is the best time to visit Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best time to visit Essaouira is spring or fall when the weather is mild and pleasant.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1677924994605\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_best_beaches_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What are the best beaches in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best beaches in Essaouira include Plage de Safi, Plage d&#8217;Essaouira, and Plage de Sidi Kaouki.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1677924998349\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_must-try_local_dishes_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What are some must-try local dishes in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Must-try local dishes in Essaouira include fish tagine, grilled sardines, and Moroccan mint tea.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1677924999510\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Essaouira_Music_Festival\"><\/span>What is the Essaouira Music Festival?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Essaouira Music Festival is an annual event that showcases traditional and contemporary music from around the world. It usually takes place in June or July.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678287839469\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_top_attractions_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What are the top attractions in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Top attractions in Essaouira include the old medina, Skala de la Ville, Moulay Hassan Square, and the Essaouira Citadel.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678287843034\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_best_beaches_in_Essaouira-2\"><\/span>What are the best beaches in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best beaches in Essaouira are Plage d&#8217;Essaouira, Plage de Sidi Kaouki, and Plage de Safi.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678287844091\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_popular_activities_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What are some popular activities in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Popular activities in Essaouira include kite-surfing, windsurfing, camel rides, and horseback riding.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678287845258\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_cultural_events_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What are some cultural events in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Some cultural events in Essaouira include the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival, which takes place every June, and the Essaouira Andalusian Music Festival, which takes place every October.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678287846114\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_transportation_system_like_in_Essaouira\"><\/span>What is the transportation system like in Essaouira?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Essaouira has a small airport with limited flights, and the city is also accessible by bus and taxi. Within the city, it is easy to get around on foot or by bicycle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Essaouira, Morocco What to do and see in Essaouira, Essaouira is a city on the Moroccan Atlantic coast that is beaten by the trade winds and has a population of about 80,000. 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