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Pro
An intriguing fishing port, lots of local atmosphere
Con
windy weather, building development
In a nutshell
An attractive coastal town, well worth a visit!
solopes Says: Wherever you go in Morocco, you may find all kind of handicrafts, generally without any mention of its origin and quality. Thuya carvings and inlaid works are very appealing, by the delicacy of the work and soft smell of the wood. If you go to Essaouira, then forget buying...
Marjara Says: Going into the markets to browse around just to see what is being sold and bought is an important part of my tourism. The amount, quality and variety of the stuff in the markets is an important indicator of the culture of a country and a barometer of the state of its...
Marjara Says: The best way to view and soak in the atmosphere of the sea, the harbour on one side and the Moulay Hassan Square on the other, the action on the fish wharf, the people coming and going and the gulls keeping afloat in the breeze is to go up on the ramparts. You will have to...
Essaouira outside the tourist area
pep2 Says: When visiting Essaouira, I always enjoy taking a walk to some of the places, not very well known by tourists, but where Moroccan people are living their everyday-life. If you like to do that, you could start outside Bab Doukkala and begin by walking to the bus-station. On...
Relax in a cafe overlooking the beach
aussirose Says: If you plan to do a day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech like we did, then please allow some time to sit in the sidewalk cafe, have a refreshing drink and people watch overlooking the beach.We enjoyed watching the seaside activities and footy on the beach whilst...
Essaouira Scala Kasbah and canons
aussirose Says: You can't miss seeing Scala Kasbah and the fortress walls and canons when visiting Essaouira. Sure, it's a tourist thing and crowds to go with it...but definately worth seeing.The Scala Kasbah was built by the French and the canons were a mixture of Portugese, Spanish and...
Wander around the fishing port
aussirose Says: A must do in Essaouira - wander around the fishing port. Here you will see the locals bringing in their catch, nets, birds flying around, fresh fish smells and a hive of activity selling fresh fish etc.Check out my travelogue for more.
4 Reviews and 100 Opinions Suites #27, #29,#30 are built around an open central light well. There is no way to insulate any of...
2 Reviews and 96 Opinions I recommend Riad Zahra because it is cheap (500 - 750 DH for the double beds room each night, that...
LA CANTINA: Mexican taste and English tea at Essaouira
MITNIC Says: This "Mexican" lovely casual dining spot is owned by a British couple- Sharon and Steve- friends of a friend. It was recommended to me by VTer “windcity”. See her tip for more details about the place and the menu.La Cantina is not far from the main square but is just...
LAWAMA: Bar on the beach " Surf's Up"
windcity Says: Perched on a cliff top Lawarma offers local and European food, Very tasty and not overpriced for the remote location. The beach at Moulay Bouzerktoun is popular with surfers and can be easily reached by taxi from Essaouira , Sunset is a good time for a drink in the...
yoshimi Says: Supratours office (a small kiosk) is on Bab Marrakech square. Bus schedule and prices are available on ONCF's website (in French and Arabic). We paid 55 Dh/pers (~US$5.5/pers) for the trip from Essaouira to Marrakech.
earthflyer Says: CTM have to buses departing Essaouira for El-Jadida. Cost is 80 dirhams plus 5 dirhams for luggage.Journey time is about 4 hours.I don't know the departure time for second bus.The buses for El-Jadida goes onto Casablanca, so book a seat 1 or 2 days before leaving.Please use...
Caravanserail: Antiques - ancient arts and crafts
pep2 Says: A very interesting place in Essaouira is Abdallah Oulamines antique-shop, located in Rue de Rif 24. If you want to see some really unique things, and be sure they really are antiques, it’s worth visiting here. It’s a great pleasure to talk to Abdallah Oulamine - and hear him...
Le Tisserand a l'Ensemble Artisanal: Hand woven craft
pep2 Says: In the craft market of l'Ensemble Artistanal in Essaouira you will find a very special small shop -- the workshop of Aziz and his brother, Houssein. They produce some very fine woven products, remarkable for the good quality and for the fine sense of colours, you will see in...
angiebabe Says: Heres a photo of a big hole or uncovered manhole/storm water drain along the promenade in Essaouira - luckily I was watching where I was going but the promenade turned a slight corner and it would be easy enough to be preoccupied taking photos, rollerskating, talking to...
windcity Says: The Ganaoua festival in Essaouira is held around the third weekend in June, If you go be very watchful of pickpockets, They come from all over Morocco to mingle with the crowds, Last year was very bad as people were robbed at knife point, while there is inadequate policing....
Lookout Essaouira - Cash for camel pix
aussirose Says: Just before arriving in Essaouira on a day trip there is a lookout and popular tourist stop.Here the local hagglers are ready with their camels for tourist photo opportunities and cash for camel pix :o) I couldn't help falling for this one as the camel was cute...the fella...
Stick the goats in trees for us tourists
aussirose Says: Ok, this is a tourist trap... but a well known one - well that is if you read people's pages here on vt and know what to expect.Only in Morocco hey :o) It does make for interesting pictures and your money goes to a Moroccan family ... well that is unless you are with a smart...
MITNIC Says: Near Essaouira is Diabat an empty, concrete Berber village that is practically devoid of attractions except the Hendrix ruin and a Hendrix Cafe. It's best visited in the early morning and then return to Essaouira via a short and very romantic walk on the beach, past the...
Have you seen the tree ? TOO LATE ! ITS GONE
windcity Says: If you are a lover of trees or just have 15 minutes to kill this hidden treasure will not only take you by surprise but will also offer you a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the street. At Bab Marrakech is the Complexe Artisanal, it faces the hotel Heure...
Essaouira's Historic medina street map
Souiri Says: It is next to impossible to find a Map with Street names of Essaouira medina :/ not anymore :D I found an Acrobat PDF format map of Essaouira's medina that you can print right off in no time and for Free :) Try this link http://e-essaouira.com/EssaouiraMedinaMap.html
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Living the dream - I hope you enjoy my tips, If you find them useful please pass them on to other travellers. Thanks.. As everyone will tell you Essaouira is full of charm, plenty to see and do, Its true the shop...
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Q: Hello All, I'll be going to my first Gnaoua Festival this June. Noticed there is a pass that can be purchased, some free...
A: Hi Deneen We were there three weeks ago and managed with zero French! The hotel staff were multilingual, the shopkeepers knew enough English to barter and the...
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Essaouira is a 70,000 inhabitants fishing harbour, 150 km west to Marrakech. It is one of the "must see" in Morocco. Carthagenian sailor Hannon anchored in its well sheltered mooring. Carthagenian...
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Essaouira pronounced Essa wera!
I first visited Essaouira on a day trip, a place that I'd wanted to see after it was recommended by so many VTers! (JLBG was especially encouraging and helpful) Well I wasn't disappointed, although a...
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Don't ask me if pigs fly in Morocco :-)
Look at goats climbing up the tree near Essaouira. You can see it only in Morocco. Unforgettable. And please don't ask me if pigs fly in Morocoo :-).
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Essaouira: Hippy Paradise & World Heritage Site
Essaouira is one of the most laid back places in the world. No wonder that in the late 60s it rivalled Kathmandu as a hippy paradise. It was visited by Jimi Hendrix, Jefferson Airplane, Cat Stevens,...
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My first visit was a couple of years ago to the yearly Gnaoua music festival with some friends - we stayed in a friends private hideaway in a village beside the sea about 20 minutes from Essouira and...
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