2-Day Essaouira Getaway: Medina, Ocean & Relaxation

Your adventure of two days and one night in Essaouira starts with a nice start into one of Morocco's beautiful cities located on the coast. Upon arrival in Essaouira, you can start to explore. You will find that its medina is a World Heritage Site and features whitewashed buildings and blue shutters located along narrow pathways that create a small, creative art community and an environment unlike any other place in Morocco. When you walk through the streets of Essaouira, you will come across local craftsmen making thuya wood products; colourful fabrics; and traditional jewellery that gives you a glimpse into Essaouira's creative side. Next, you will visit Essaouira's historic fortifications, where several ancient cannons still face the Atlantic Ocean, and you will enjoy breathtaking views of crashing waves and flying birds. Finally, you will take a leisurely stroll around the fishing port. The sight of fishermen pulling in their daily catch and the gentle swaying of boats in the harbour adds an authentic touch to your experience of Essaouira. To conclude your day, you will unwind in a local cafe for a coffee or mint tea while enjoying the tranquil ocean breezes and the slower pace of life in Essaouira. After dinner, you will find yourself prepared to return to your hotel or riad where a delicious seafood meal and traditional Moroccan cuisine will end your first day in Essaouira.

You will begin your second day by the tranquil sounds of the Atlantic Ocean and the unique morning breeze found only in Essaouira. After breakfast, you can take a quiet stroll down the long stretch of sandy beach officially designated as a public beach. While on this leisurely stroll, you will see the locals jogging, jittery fishermen getting their nets ready to launch into the sea, and horses trotting along the shoreline. The fresh air from the water makes your leisurely walk a great time to relax, think about the view of the vastness of the ocean and all the things that you could be doing while you're on the beach. If you're looking to be more active while on the beach, you could take a gentle ride on a horse or explore the coastline before heading back into the medina. Later in the morning, you will have enough time to do some souvenir shopping and/or revisit places in old Essaouira that you liked. Make sure to soak up Essaouira's laid-back atmosphere before you leave. Finally, before departing Essaouira, you should enjoy a leisurely lunch consisting of traditional Moroccan cuisine or fresh seafood dishes and reflect on a wonderful conclusion to a peaceful two-day, one-night getaway.