Not sure whether to visit Agadir or Essaouira? Read on to discover what sets these two coastal Moroccan destinations apart and decide which you should visit in 2025. If you’re planning a Moroccan beach vacation, there are probably two main destinations you have in mind – Agadir or Essaouira. Both offer sun-drenched seaside settings on…
Looking for the best villas near Essaouira? Discover 7 incredible places to stay for a country escape on the doorstep of historic Mogador. Usually when I visit Essaouira, I stay in the heart of the medina to be within walking distance of the city’s amazing cafes, restaurants and the fish market at the port. But…
Is July a good time to visit Essaouira? With long, sun-drenched days and mild coastal temperatures, visiting Essaouira in July is bliss! The reliably warm weather makes it the perfect time for a relaxing seaside getaway, whether you want to laze on the beach, shop for handicrafts and artworks or people watch in the city’s bohemian…
Is August a good time to visit Essaouira? In all honesty, August isn’t the best time to visit Essaouira, largely due to the crowds. While the weather is quintessentially summery along Morocco’s coastline (and much more bearable than inland at Fes and Marrakech), everyone has the same idea to spend their summer vacation at the beach. …
Is December a good time to visit Essaouira? If you’re craving a crowd-free vacation or want to escape the “silly season” frenzy back home, visiting Essaouira in December can be ideal. Visiting Essaouira in December lacks the large numbers of tourists that descend on the medina during summer and autumn. This means can immerse yourself in…
Is November a good time to visit Essaouira? In my opinion, visiting Essaouira in November is a wonderful time to immerse yourself in the city’s cultural offerings and laid-back rhythm, without the throngs of tourists that descend at other times of the year. While the (sometimes) brisk November air may deter sunbathers and swimmers, it creates…
Is October a good time to visit Essaouira? October is a wonderful time to explore Essaouira. Dare I say it is the BEST month to visit Essaouira. The temperatures are pleasant (mid-20s C/high-70s F), the winds have died down and the crowds are reduced compared to July and August. One of the best reasons to visit…
Is September a good time to visit Essaouira? With the intense heat and crowds of summer in the past, visiting Essaouira in September ideal. Daytime temperatures are really comfortable (mid-20s C/high-70s F) and the strong winds that Essaouira is known for tend to die down slightly. As someone who feels really “scattered” in windy conditions, September is…
Visiting Essaouira but only have 24 hours in the city? Discover where you should visit (and what you should leave out) in my suggested one day Essaouira itinerary. Essaouira is rapidly becoming one of Morocco’s most popular tourist destinations, with many opting to make this enchanting coastal city their base in the country. It has…