Full Day Trip To Essaouira
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Trip To Essaouira worth booking?
Full Day Trip To Essaouira is a 8.5-hour experience in Marrakech, Morocco, from $18 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (9)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $18 per person
Visit the seaside City of Essaouira on Morocco's Atlantic coast on this Day Trip from Marrakech. Essaouira has plenty to explore, from the Medina and souks to the port and beach, and you'll have ample free time to enjoy
What you get
- Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Professional Driver
- Hotel pick-up and Drop-off
About this experience
Visit the seaside City of Essaouira on Morocco's Atlantic coast on this Day Trip from Marrakech. Essaouira has plenty to explore, from the Medina and souks to the port and beach, and you'll have ample free time to enjoy the area. This Full-Day Excursion provides an easy way to see more of Morocco for those with limited time by providing round-Trip transport that lets you skip the stress of car hire
What's included
Included
- Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Professional Driver
- Hotel pick-up and Drop-off
Not included
- Lunch and Drinks
What you'll see and do
Essaouira
Spend a full day in the coastal town in the Atlantic and explore the city of Essaouira from Marrakech, discover a charming medina, stroll the colorful souks, the narrow alleys and a center full of open-air cafes and seafood restaurants. Visit sekkala, the Old Portuguese fortress; you will have the freedom to explore the city at your own pace, with an extra stop in an argan oil cooperative along the way to discover this magic oil and its benefits. Book your full day tour from Marrakech to Essaouira to explore this charming small town, Essaouira is the Old Portuguese city of Mogador. The city of Essaouira designed by a French architect Vauban. For a long time the city had a large Jewish population. These influences, and many others, have given a unique and very attractive result. Today, the city is slowly becoming a city of artists. Along the way, admire the view of the countryside through villages and fields, then stop at a small argan oil cooperative run by local women.
300 minutes here
Cooperative Marjana (ARGAN OIL)
Discover how oil is extracted and used – with the possibility of buying oil directly from producers – before continuing to Essaouira.
60 minutes here
Medina of Essaouira
Once in Essaouira, you will enjoy an extremely favorable microclimate that ensures a mild temperature in winter and cool in summer. Also worth noting is a beautiful beach, protected by beautiful Islands. The craftsmen of Essaouira are famous for the marquetry on cedar root and offer a wide range of objects from the small memory to the pieces of furniture and true works of art. Explore the medina of Essaouira, visit the old harbor, which was for a long time a meeting point for the merchant coming from the sub-Saharan and others from the west. Visit the sekkala, an old fortified Portuguese fortress, then, head to the Medina to stroll its small blue alleys and enjoy a delicious fish lunch.
120 minutes here
Skala Du Port
Visit the old fortified portuguese castle 'the sekkala", which is the one of the toursit attractions of Essaouira
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Marrakech City Travel
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: infants can either sit on laps or in their own seats if parents bring a suitable car seat.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Trip To Essaouira. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very good
Rashit, we had a great time, the driver very kind and punctual!
Response from the operator: Grazie mille per la vostra recensione! 😊 Siamo felici di sapere che vi siete trovati molto bene durante il vostro viaggio a Essaouira e che Rashit è stato gentile e puntuale. Speriamo di rivedervi presto per un’altra bellissima esperienza con marrakechcitytravel
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Travel to Essauria
A very interesting place and Morat a very friendly and attentive boy at rest stops the pickup was very correct and if not x the roads that are fatal in Morocco
Response from the operator: ¡Muchas gracias por su amable reseña! Nos complace que haya disfrutado de su experiencia con Marrakech City Travel. Sus comentarios son invaluables para nuestro equipo y nos motivan a seguir brindándole el mejor servicio. Esperamos darle la bienvenida.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Trip to Essaouira
It was a very nice trip. We liked the city and our guide Morat was very friendly and especially patient with my parents. An experience to repeat
Response from the operator: Grazie mille per la tua gentile recensione! Siamo lieti che la tua esperienza con Marrakech City Travel sia stata di tuo gradimento. Il tuo feedback è prezioso per il nostro team e ci motiva a continuare a offrirti il miglior servizio. Non vediamo l'ora di darti il benvenuto...
via Tripadvisor (translated)
The company scams you, take another one.
Mainly that everything remains in the main sentence “It’s a scam and you’ll be cheated” is not an excursion , it’s a transport that takes you to spend the day in Essauira, leaves later than you are told (about 9:30 or 10) you arrive at almost 13 h and return at 17. The surprise is that the unashamed driver does not want to return you to the same place of departure, as he is in a hurry it takes much less to return than to go (even to return they pay tolls, that does not do it to the first leg). He took us out with bad vehicle manners and we had to pay for a taxi to get back to the hotel, at the company they tell you it is a mistake, but the truth they did it to everyone. I think for a means of transportation there are companies better than this, since people have told me that they were dropped off at their Hotel or where they wanted.
Response from the operator: Lamentamos sinceramente que su experiencia no haya cumplido con sus expectativas. En Marrakech City Travel siempre aclaramos que el viaje a Essaouira consiste en transporte de ida y vuelta con tiempo libre en la ciudad, sin guía incluido. Sentimos mucho si esta información no fue suficientemente clara en el momento de la reserva. Tomamos nota de sus comentarios y revisaremos cómo comunicamos este tour para evitar malentendidos en el futuro.
via Viator (translated)
excursion essoauira
Morad, a very friendly and nice driver. It has made things much easier for us and adapted to our needs without problem.
Response from the operator: Muchas gracias! 🌊 Nos alegra que Morad haya hecho el viaje más cómodo y adaptado a sus necesidades. El equipo de Marrakech City Travel le agradece su confianza. 🙏
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $18 to $19
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Trip To Essaouira: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Marrakech.
How much does Full Day Trip To Essaouira cost?
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Prices start at $18 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Marrakech usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Trip To Essaouira take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Marrakech is not rushed.
Is Full Day Trip To Essaouira worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Marrakech, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Trip To Essaouira?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Trip To Essaouira suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Trip To Essaouira?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Marrakech can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Marrakech and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Trip To Essaouira start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Marrakech within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Marrakech?
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On Outty we rank every Marrakech experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show, Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek, 3 Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour Camel Rides and Overnight. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Marrakech?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Marrakech?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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