Medina Travel Guide
Essaouira
Popular places to visit
Skala du Port
Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Skala de la Ville
You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a trip to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Essaouira Clock Tower
You can find out about the history of Essaouira when you stop by Essaouira Clock Tower. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your trip to Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Le Real Mogador
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Le Real Mogador in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Souk Jdid
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souk Jdid during your trip to Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.
Top hotels in Medina
Riad Emotion
Excellent small Riad which is in a great central Location. The Riad is clean, very peaceful and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Each morning guest are treated to the most delicious home cooked breakfast which is served in a beautiful location: a true highlight of the riad that sets you up for ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Riad Chbanate
Best of the riads we stayed in while visiting Morocco. We drove a vehicle and parking was easy in large lot nearby. Visit the desk and a fellow with cart will help move luggage for modest tip into the walls of city. Room was the romantic suite and well worth the minor upcharge. They offered to light ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Riad Mimouna
Excellent in every way. Wonderful location with breathtaking views, truly kind, helpful and friendly staff, really nice breakfast and excellent meals.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Riad Sidi Magdoul
Lovely riad accommodation in a passageway just off one of the main streets in the medina at Essaouira. Breakfast in the central atrium was a lovely way to start the day. A relaxing place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the medina. Room was compact with two single beds but was an authentic ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Villa Garance
Room was amazing, great staff and awesome location!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
STE PERLE D'EAU
Fantastic riad. Our favorite out of four cities in Morocco. The ocean view suite was absolutely fabulous. Perfect views any time of day. Amazing to watch and listen to the waves. Breakfast on terrace simply spectacular. Very pleasant staff. Would gladly return there!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Medina
Mellah
Travellers like the historical sites in Mellah, and Fish Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bani Antar
Though Bani Antar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.
Ahl Agadir
Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Dar Souiri or Bab Sba while you're exploring the area.
Chbanat
While Chbanat isn't home to many top sights, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kasbah
Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.
Essaouira Coast
Visitors highly recommend Essaouira Coast for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Essaouira Beach while you're in town.
