Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Essaouira October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Essaouira Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira.dx602392)[Hotels in Essaouira](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Hotels.d602392.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Essaouira](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Essaouira.d602392.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Essaouira Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Essaouira.d602392.Car-Rental-Guide)[Essaouira Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira.d602392.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Essaouira ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Essaouira Types of activities Where to stay [Essaouira travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira.dx602392) ![Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/175310f2e08c2d852176174e5a84fd0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/208dc95b17dbd7889c6485a66fe31f81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/45335782eda05ac52845dd908f6233c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f5db05738b229db7eeb191d8e4935bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/df4515b21fa17aa7e58e3727fcad7968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Essaouira Attractions Perpetually prepared for an eye-opening adventure and innovative ways to get your kicks, you're eager to discover an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. You're about to set course in a different direction. It's not difficult to fill your time, because Expedia Canada makes it a breeze to book lots of things to do. Book your activities today, and the only thing left to do is pack your trunk and get excited. Next stop: Essaouira! - The activities in Essaouira are not only topnotch, but they won't bust your budget. We have 105 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $17 . Get your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Canada at a great value, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or luxurious dinner while you're in town. - Essaouira is popular among sightseers similar to yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next trip to the area to get a taste of local history and culture and find the top activities. The most popular things to do can earn the enthusiasm of even well-versed globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our activities includes an impressive array of culturally themed tours and opportunities for excitement. With unique ways to discover the best this area has to give like a [Small-Group Gnawa Music Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-gnawa-music-tour.a248681.activity-details), there is an abundance of selections to choose from when you browse the finest tours here at Expedia Canada. Our activities are the best way to organize your holiday. You'll need a game plan to fully explore Essaouira, especially when you long to include lots of exciting activities. And it's clear that you're someone who likes to get out and about—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're eager to sign up for the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Canada, and you don't need a map. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Essaouira ### Tours & day trips [See all 78 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/762400/02021917-9eac-49cf-bf89-12b6830d93ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech 11h Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-beach-private-full-day-luxury-trip-from-marrakech.a762400.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![One day tour from Marrakech to essouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49540587/f72e2c9a-698e-48d4-bdb3-41571eeb8be4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One day tour from Marrakech to essouira 10h Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/one-day-tour-from-marrakech-to-essouira.a49540587.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira City Full Day Trip from Marrakech](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50024714/d9729ef2-df22-4338-8b23-116698fd5b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira City Full Day Trip from Marrakech 11h Free cancellation available CA $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-city-full-day-trip-from-marrakech.a50024714.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1118813/62a6779b-ef15-4773-adfd-eecaac670da1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech 8h 30m 7/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-private-full-day-trip-from-marrakech.a1118813.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira-Mogador, the Bride of the Atlantic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/180875/6e80ca1d-9d38-4ba5-9c0b-09f538c34f10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira-Mogador, the Bride of the Atlantic 11h 30m 5.4/10 39 reviews Free cancellation available CA $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-mogador-the-bride-of-the-atlantic.a180875.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4820781/aee0c06b-bbb9-4290-ba53-ce6a5c5ed0fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride 1h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-essaouira-1-hour-horse-ride.a4820781.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira: Pleasant Quad tour (free transfer)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2682483/267ea914-b9ea-4f81-9a6a-40d57b1307bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira: Pleasant Quad tour (free transfer) 2h Free cancellation available CA $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-quad-2-hour-ride.a2682483.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4815082/cbdf2757-5669-4e0d-af3e-b17eaa30d0a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-sand-dunes-half-day-quad-bike-tour.a4815082.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Private Full-Day Excursion to Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/469672/e4d8c1da-1c79-4e48-965c-76a356c3d04e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Full-Day Excursion to Essaouira 10h Free cancellation available CA $350 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-full-day-excursion-to-essaouira.a469672.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira Ex-Mogador Day Trip From Marrakech](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49763733/78c32367-49ff-4c2c-b571-746a16334c5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira Ex-Mogador Day Trip From Marrakech 9h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-ex-mogador-day-trip-from-marrakech.a49763733.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![l'Atelier - Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48950146/5ea45b1a-1aac-4f1d-a5ce-fa22785f89d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### l'Atelier - Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira 4h 15m Free cancellation available CA $98 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/latelier-moroccan-cooking-workshop-in-essaouira.a48950146.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Experience the Ultimate Adventure with our Surf Lessons in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49601120/e9f19727-d61c-4513-95f1-4cee76364ce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience the Ultimate Adventure with our Surf Lessons in Essaouira 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-in-essaouira-with-local-pros.a49601120.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Delicious Moroccan Cooking Class in Essaouira & Lunch- Marrakesh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49874159/f05bd461-a0dc-4688-bf09-a0bd0abefdd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Delicious Moroccan Cooking Class in Essaouira & Lunch- Marrakesh 10h Free cancellation available CA $99CA $93 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/delicious-moroccan-cooking-class-in-essaouira-lunch-marrakesh.a49874159.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Essaouira City with Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49642918/8ff442bd-1329-4a99-940a-75ec950f0156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Essaouira City with Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh 10h Free cancellation available CA $98 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-essaouira-city-with-cooking-class-lunch-marrakesh.a49642918.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Full-Day Essaouira City Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49648423/15d52c26-ff11-42c4-a5c1-9bd166515eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Essaouira City Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh 10h Free cancellation available CA $98 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-essaouira-city-and-cooking-class-in-marrakesh.a49648423.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Creative Embroidery and Sewing Workshop in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49974171/d795e6e0-b958-4d3c-b6be-e9adeff59d1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Creative Embroidery and Sewing Workshop in Essaouira 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/creative-embroidery-and-sewing-workshop-in-essaouira.a49974171.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![City Tour of Essaouira with Cooking Class and Lunch - Marrakesh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49447063/543472de-409a-43c7-9c69-4305cb997667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Tour of Essaouira with Cooking Class and Lunch - Marrakesh 10h Free cancellation available CA $98 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-tour-of-essaouira-with-cooking-class-and-lunch-marrakesh.a49447063.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Workshop Jewellery: Create your filigree ring in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49928713/ff871ab6-6a00-4949-af86-5e2460a3c2ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Workshop Jewellery: Create your filigree ring in Essaouira 2h Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/workshop-jewellery-create-your-filigree-ring-in-essaouira.a49928713.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Moroccan Handicraft Workshop: Kdaim and Smar Plants with Tea Break](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49894025/32c2bdfc-cc9f-48ba-a5b0-f5fb642973de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moroccan Handicraft Workshop: Kdaim and Smar Plants with Tea Break 2h Free cancellation available CA $57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/moroccan-handicraft-workshop-kdaim-and-smar-plants-with-tea-break.a49894025.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Carpet Weaving Workshop with Essaouira Women Craftsmen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49955400/a5d06226-135e-498c-900e-58df465486e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carpet Weaving Workshop with Essaouira Women Craftsmen 3h Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carpet-weaving-workshop-with-essaouira-women-craftsmen.a49955400.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Experience the Ultimate Adventure with our Surf Lessons in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49601120/e9f19727-d61c-4513-95f1-4cee76364ce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience the Ultimate Adventure with our Surf Lessons in Essaouira 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-in-essaouira-with-local-pros.a49601120.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Surfing Kitesurfing Fishing Foil in Essaouira Morocco polylingual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49889621/245cad92-05fb-4991-a449-cb63a09e2268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Kitesurfing Fishing Foil in Essaouira Morocco polylingual 2h Free cancellation available CA $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-kitesurfing-fishing-foil-in-essaouira-morocco-polylingual.a49889621.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira Surf & Yoga Camp - 7 Days of Waves, Wellness &Sun](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50508521/e0702a44-6df6-4052-84c8-aa7ef369a797.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira Surf & Yoga Camp - 7 Days of Waves, Wellness &Sun 3d Free cancellation available CA $407 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-surf-yoga-camp-7-days-of-waves-wellness-sun.a50508521.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira 1 Hour eFoil Lesson with Changing Rooms And Hot Showers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49823608/44d5e776-6e5a-4e14-aa37-cf36889bceee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira 1 Hour eFoil Lesson with Changing Rooms And Hot Showers 1h Free cancellation available CA $187 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-1-hour-efoil-lesson-with-changing-rooms-and-hot-showers.a49823608.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Surfing Group Courses in Essaouira to Glide on the Waves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50121551/315a6cae-de3d-49a7-8ac3-15bc73aaa672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Group Courses in Essaouira to Glide on the Waves 2h Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-group-courses-in-essaouira-to-glide-on-the-waves.a50121551.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Semi Private Wing foil Lesson in Essaouira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50189314/552d2f44-08b0-4935-886f-e9dacc40b19f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Semi Private Wing foil Lesson in Essaouira 2h Free cancellation available CA $163 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/semi-private-wing-foil-lesson-in-essaouira.a50189314.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![2h surfing in uncrowded spots](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1044556/a5079329-9f3f-4521-a958-b17f56f1356f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2h surfing in uncrowded spots 2h Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2h-surfing-in-uncrowded-spots.a1044556.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Essaouira: 2-Hour Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533778/45d9fbfd-dd3e-4757-bf87-ea4148670d2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essaouira: 2-Hour Surf Lesson 2h Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-2-hour-surf-lesson.a4533778.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1056977/e07885bb-9f0f-4229-8b65-73f8a341d93d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco 2h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-lesson-with-local-surfer-in-essaouira-morocco.a1056977.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ![Beginners friendly surf in nice spots](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48200879/9a056754-5b14-4b04-b832-fa576a6da587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beginners friendly surf in nice spots 2h Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginners-friendly-surf-in-uncrowded-spots.a48200879.activity-details?&rid=602392&location=Essaouira&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Essaouira | Number of things to do | 105 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Atlantic Ocean Day Tour Essaouira City From Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/atlantic-ocean-day-tour-essaouira-city-from-marrakech.a50287491.activity-details): CA $17 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Agadir: Essaouira Guided Day Trip](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/agadir-to-essaouira-day-trip.a4544876.activity-details) - [Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-essaouira-from-marrakech.a50162790.activity-details) - [Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-beach-private-full-day-luxury-trip-from-marrakech.a762400.activity-details) - [Essaouira Full-Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-full-day-tour.a359216.activity-details) - [Essaouira Day Trip From Marrakech Explore Atlantic Pearl Coast](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-trip-to-mogador-essaouira-city.a49853911.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-essaouira-1-hour-horse-ride.a4820781.activity-details) - [Essaouira: Quad ride / family & friends (free transfer)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-1-hour-quad-ride.a2682478.activity-details) - [Camel ride or quad bike ride.. pick up, drop off. including](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/unforgettable-ride-of-1-hour-on-camel-back.a2698366.activity-details) - [Essaouira: Pleasant Quad tour (free transfer)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-quad-2-hour-ride.a2682483.activity-details) - [Horse riding at sunset for 2 hours](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/horse-riding-at-sunset-for-2-hours.a2120394.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Agadir: Essaouira Guided Day Trip](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/agadir-to-essaouira-day-trip.a4544876.activity-details) - [Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-essaouira-from-marrakech.a50162790.activity-details) - [Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-beach-private-full-day-luxury-trip-from-marrakech.a762400.activity-details) - [Essaouira Full-Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-full-day-tour.a359216.activity-details) - [Essaouira: Quad ride / family & friends (free transfer)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-1-hour-quad-ride.a2682478.activity-details) | ## What to do in Essaouira * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Essaouira ![Skala du Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fa00f5332a644e89e5419f8ffa0770e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skala du Port Learn about the local history of Essaouira with a stop at Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Skala-Du-Port-Essaouira.d6115290.Vacation-Attraction) #### Essaouira Mogador Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Essaouira at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Mogador-Golf-Course-Essaouira.d6279328.Vacation-Attraction) #### Place Moulay el Hassan Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay el Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Place-Moulay-El-Hassan-Kasbah.d6115292.Vacation-Attraction) #### Skala de la Ville You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a visit to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Skala-De-La-Ville-Medina.d6115288.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your travels in Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mohammed-Ben-Abdallah-Museum-Essaouira.d6115294.Vacation-Attraction) #### Le Real Mogador You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Le Real Mogador during your travels in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.ca/Le-Real-Mogador-Medina.d942172804309180416.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fish Market You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fish Market during your visit to Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.ca/Fish-Market-Medina.d942172176258498560.Vacation-Attraction) #### Essaouira Clock Tower You can find out about the history of Essaouira when you stop by Essaouira Clock Tower. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Clock-Tower-Medina.d942174207878717440.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bab el-Marsa Find out about the history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Bab el-Marsa. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Bab-El-Marsa-Essaouira.d926442784309948416.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Essaouira ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa35b05df7b3770619e742f1392c2a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Essaouira Coast 4.5/5(7 area reviews) Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Essaouira-Coast.dx553248633981744289) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3d1079f9fb62fed4b6e7b2878eb301f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Medina 4.5/5(16 area reviews) Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Medina.dx6257724) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bab74194e108a51e2e1c6dc6c198483a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ahl Agadir Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Dar Souiri or Bab Sba while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Ahl-Agadir.dx3000665129) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0ed46acf10a9d4e9eb81486e7c39c822.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kasbah Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Le Real Mogador while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Kasbah.dx3000665126) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c8ae0bb34f585d15f4babe43434b9a86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bani Antar While Bani Antar isn't home to many top sights, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Bani-Antar.dx553248635976387595) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Quartier des Dunes When in Quartier des Dunes, you can plan a visit to Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Essaouira-Quartier-Des-Dunes.dx941629298012803072) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Essaouira worth visiting? > Known for its surfing and watersports, finding awesome things to do in Essaouira is a cinch. Don't forget to add Essaouira Beach to your itinerary while here. ### How do I spend a day in Essaouira? > Start your sightseeing with a visit to Essaouira Beach. Then, explore different areas of Essaouira for local dining and some shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Essaouira? > The top tourist attraction in Essaouira is Essaouira Beach, so make sure to put it on your itinerary. ### Is three days enough to stay in Essaouira? > Book a getaway in Essaouira for three days and you'll comfortably be able to explore its main sights and experience the local vibe. For the chance to see attractions in nearby areas and venture off the beaten path, consider staying for a week or more. ### Is Essaouira a walkable city? > With leading attractions like Essaouira Beach in the area, Essaouira is very much a place to explore on foot. Up for visiting some hip neighbourhoods within walking distance of the city centre? Medina is about 2 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in Essaouira with kids? > Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with fun activities sets the tone for a great escape. Check out our ideas for what to do in Essaouira with kids. > > > > - [Agadir: Essaouira Guided Day Trip](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/agadir-to-essaouira-day-trip.a4544876.activity-details) > - [Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-essaouira-from-marrakech.a50162790.activity-details) > - [Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-beach-private-full-day-luxury-trip-from-marrakech.a762400.activity-details) > - [Essaouira Full-Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-full-day-tour.a359216.activity-details) > - [Essaouira: Quad ride / family & friends (free transfer)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essaouira-1-hour-quad-ride.a2682478.activity-details) ### What to do in Essaouira for adults? > From incredible food and cultural gems to thrilling adventures and unique experiences, there are many interesting things to do in Essaouira for adults. ### Are there free things to do in Essaouira? > In Essaouira, Essaouira Beach is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to enjoy the city without taking their wallet out. 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