Medina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Skala de la Ville
You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a trip to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your trip to Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Fish Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Fish Market during your trip to Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Bayt Dakira
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bayt Dakira in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Le Real Mogador
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Le Real Mogador in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Activities
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Essaouira Guided Day Trip from Agadir with Pickup
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech
From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip | Small-group
Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech: Coastal Charm Medina Discovery
From Marrakech: Essaouira Day Trip with Optional Activities
Our pick of the best Medina Hotel Deals
Riad Kafila
An ocean oasis! Morning
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025
STE PERLE D'EAU
Super location and lovely facility
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Riad Chbanate
Staff very helpful to find a local guide after our guide cancelled last minute
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Riad Sidi Magdoul
Lovely riad accommodation in a passageway just off one of the main streets in the medina at Essaouira. Breakfast in the central atrium was a lovely way to start the day. A relaxing place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the medina. Room was compact with two single beds but was an authentic ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Riad Mimouna
Excellent Riad, clean and close to restaurants and shopping. Staff were helpful and very pleasant. Beautiful rooftop views
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Essaouira youth Riad
Overall, it’s a cute hostel vibe. It’s an older building being in the Medina. The staff was very welcoming and helpful with getting around and finding places to eat. The rooms and property could use a little work and remodeling, but maybe that takes away from the hostel vibe. It is in a good location ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Medina
Mellah
Travellers like the historical sites in Mellah, and Fish Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Bani Antar
Though Bani Antar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.
Chbanat
While Chbanat isn't home to many top sights, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kasbah
Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.
Essaouira Coast
Visitors highly recommend Essaouira Coast for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Essaouira Beach while you're in town.
