Essaouira day trip

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Marrakech day tour to Essaouira

Essaouira is a fortified city located on the Atlantic coast, at about 2.30 hours by car from Marrakech. The city is also called “city of the trade winds” or “city of the winds”. A day tour to Essaouira is a great trip idea during your Marrakech stay. And this for several reasons.

Essaouira is one of the most beautiful port cities in Morocco. It’s one of the most touristic places in Morocco all the year. In summer, you can enjoy a pleasant stay on the Atlantic coast and do many activites. The city of Essaouira is just in front of the ocean and has a beautiful fishing port, beaches, and a charming medina. Moreover, the old town of Essaouira is a UNESCO World Heritage site. So, a day trip Marrakech to Essaouira is very nice !

Essaouira day trip : the visits

You will enjoy a visit of the fishing port. In Essaouira the artisanal fishing is the most developed.

At noon, taste a good dish with fresh fish. After this break, it’s time to visit the Place Moulay Hassan and the art galleries where you can admire the works of painters and craftsmen. Also on the program, a visit of the city walls called “the Skala of the Kasbah”, and a cooperative producing the famous argan oil.

The Jewish quarter of Essaouira (the Mellah) is very beautiful, the souk, …

After these visits the Essaouira day trip from Marrakech will take you back to the pink city. Once arrived, a drop off at your hotel is planned.

Other Marrakech day tours are available like the visit of the Ourika Valley or a day trip to the Ouzoud Waterfalls.