Family destination · Essaouira, Morocco

Morocco Family Trip in Essaouira: Beach Town with Kids

Essaouira is a white and blue town on the Atlantic, with a fishing port, old ramparts and a long sandy beach. After the energy of Marrakech or the adventure of the desert, it is the perfect place for families to slow down.

A family on quads on a beach below the cliffs of the Atlantic coast

From Marrakech: About 2.5 to 3 hours by road
From Agadir: About 3 hours along the coast
Best time: All year; fresh in summer when Marrakech is hot
Stay: 2 to 3 nights

Why families love Essaouira

The medina is small, mostly car-free and easy to find your way in. Children can run on the ramparts, watch the fishing boats come in, and play on the beach. The ocean wind keeps it fresh, even in July and August.

Things to do with kids

Climb on the old cannons of the Skala ramparts
Watch the fishermen and seagulls at the port, then eat grilled fish
Camel or horse ride along the beach
Surf or kitesurf lessons for older children and teens
Visit the woodworkers making boxes from thuya wood

The beach

The main beach is long and often windy: perfect for kites and walks. For calmer water, families often go to beaches south of the town. Always watch children in the Atlantic waves.

Tip: Put Essaouira at the end of your trip. Children relax, and parents fly home rested.