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Seagull along the Essaouira shoreline on Morocco's Atlantic coast

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Essaouira: private tours and trips

A whitewashed Atlantic port with a relaxed, artistic spirit

About Essaouira

Essaouira is a walled Atlantic port whose medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Blue fishing boats crowd the harbour, sea-facing ramparts catch the light, and the pace feels a world away from Marrakech.

Steady coastal winds make it a favourite for wind and kite sports, and its galleries, woodworkers and seafood grills reward a slow visit. It is roughly a half-day trip from Marrakech.

Things to do in Essaouira

  • Walk the ramparts and the historic harbour
  • Browse the medina's galleries and woodworking workshops
  • Eat grilled seafood near the port
  • Try wind or kite sports, or simply walk the long beach

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