Essaouira, the city of Mogador
Essaouira, the city of Mogador (the original name given by the Phoenicians), has a lot to offer its visitors. The Medina is surrounded by the old walls, here you will find many different merchants; food, Berber carpets, leather, local wood art, clothing, silver, herbal spices, and many more... be sure you visit the Sqala where you can still see the canons placed there by the Portuguese in the 15th century. The harbor is a treat to visit and witness all the blue fishing boats that come in with fresh fish.Essaouira is the city located along the Atlantic Ocean, also known as THE WIND CITY because of the wind, which blows almost all year round. It is the place to be in Morocco to spend a relaxing kitesurfing holiday while enjoying the historical and rich cultural part of the city. You can stroll though the narrow streets of the Medina filled with the sound of Gnaoua singing, or you can enjoy the long stretched sandy beaches, and experience the water sport activities
Practical Information
Essaouira is located 170 km from Marrakech and 180 km from Agadir. Both cities offer a wide range of flight destinations throughout Europe. Essaouira can be reached from these cities by public bus, private taxi, or rental car. For private transfers, you can contact BKS.
Essaouira airport
Essaouira Mogador Airport is situated only 20 km from the city centre.
The flight destinations are
Casablanca
Bruxelles Zaventem
Bordeaux
Paris Orly
Marseille
London Stansted
Lyon
Airlines Serving Essaouira Airport
Transavia
Ryanair
Easyjet
Royal Air Maroc
Bus Companies
You can also buy your ticket via Supratour and CTM bus, daily departure to Essaouira
Supratours
CTM
Essaouira Events
MOGA festivalGnaoua and world music festival
FIVE (festival international du vent essaouira)
Atlantic andalusian festival
Festival jazz sous l'arganier