City Discovery: Essaouira Private Day Trip

Cities are like snowflakes: every one of them is unique, even if they are from the same country. If you are in Marrakech and want to discover other cities nearby, the locals recommend going to Essaouira!

In just one day, you’ll visit Essaouira where you can check out its renowned highlights such as Essaouira Citadel, Plage d'Essaouira, and Medina from a local perspective.

Thanks to your local guide, you’ll get a better understanding of the history, culture, and traditions of Essaouira. Give yourself the gift of seeing more of Morocco and its cultural gems that have plenty of stories to tell.

Withlocals Neighboring City Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Terrace Café de France, 11 Derb Zaari, Marrakech 40000, Morocco

Meet your host in front of Cafe de France, Jemaa El Fna Square

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Pharmacie Sidi Mokhtar, Rte Principale D'Essaouira, Sidi Mokhtar, Chichaoua, G6VQ+4M9, Chichaoua 41000, Morocco

Drive towards Essaouira through beautiful and very diverse sceneries; have a small coffee break after 1,5 hours in a local village

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Essaouira, Morocco

Stop 2

Arrive to Essaouira and wander around the narrow hidden streets of the old Medina, with impressive colorful tiles and handcrafted doors!

Stop 3

Let your guide show you the way through the vibrant souks with locally handmade products.

Stop 4

Experience the fish market inside the souks, and see the creative ways the locals are selling their fish

Stop 5

Discover the beautiful Jewish Quarter: full of symbols, history and impressive architecture!

Stop 6

Visit a recently launched hidden gem: a beautifully modern restored Riad - breathtaking interior design made out of traditional Moroccan mosaic.

Stop 7

Go to the top floor of the Riad for an amazing view over the sea and the port!

Stop 8

Stroll around the famous Moulay Hassan Saquare, take in the sea breeze and sun!

Stop 9

Visit the Skala Fortification and get a 360 view over the whole port and the city!

LUNCH BREAK

Your guide can take you to the port to buy fresh fish and cook it at a small port restaurant, or he can recommend you their favourite restaurant in Essaouira.

Stop 10

Option 1: Take a long walk on the beach and enjoy the sunset sky, with the seagulls floating afar. /// // Option 2: Visit a local art gallery and get inspired by the pieces of art.

Duration: 5 hours 10 minutes

Stop At: Medina of Essaouira, Essaouira Morocco

The charming Medina of Essaouira is a walled old town with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Port de Essaouira, G65G+QV8, Essaouira, Morocco

A popular historic fort with a working fishing port with seafood vendors

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Plage d'Essaouira, Essaouira, Morocco

Wide sandy Atlantic beach next to historic port with breezy conditions for surfers & kite-boarders

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Zoulima sarl : Entreprise de travaux divers & Vente matériaux de construction, G7W3+4CQ, Chichaoua, Morocco

Head back to Marrakech, and stop on the way for a coffee break in a local village.

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

Stop At: Jemaa el-Fnaa, 38 Jemaa el-Fna, Rue El Ksour, Marrakech Morocco

Arrive to Marrakech and say goodbye to your awesome host! We will drop you off at your hotel

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"A maximum of 6 people per booking"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 11 Hours
Start location: Terrace Café de France, 11 Derb Zaari, Marrakech 40000, Morocco

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Private guide
• Driver
• Car transport
• Guest pick-up
• This tour is carbon neutral

Not Included

• Lunch costs

Facilities