Medina Travel Guide
Essaouira
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.
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.
Souk Jdid
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souk Jdid during your trip to Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy 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.
Things to do
From Agadir: Essaouira Excursion Full Day Trip
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Agadir To Essaouira Trip Visit the ancient & historical city
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech
Top hotels in Medina
Riad Chbanate
Best of the riads we stayed in while visiting Morocco. We drove a vehicle and parking was easy in large lot nearby. Visit the desk and a fellow with cart will help move luggage for modest tip into the walls of city. Room was the romantic suite and well worth the minor upcharge. They offered to light ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
RIAD AMANA
Spacious rooms, Beautiful decoration However not recommend this place with a car. Parking is 11 minutes away cost 70. You have to drag your luggage through ragging streets. There is no egg for breakfast, you have to pay extra to get an egg, also pay extra to get another glass of orange juice
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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
Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel
Riad Mimouna
Hotel was really great
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
STE PERLE D'EAU
Fantastic riad. Our favorite out of four cities in Morocco. The ocean view suite was absolutely fabulous. Perfect views any time of day. Amazing to watch and listen to the waves. Breakfast on terrace simply spectacular. Very pleasant staff. Would gladly return there!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Medina
Mellah
Travellers like the historical sites in Mellah, and Fish Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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 Le Real Mogador 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.
