Landmarks & historic sites
The skalas, the medina gates, Slat Lkahal synagogue, Bayt Dakira: Essaouira’s landmarks and their history, with hours and prices.
This section is filling up
Our pages land here as we verify places on site. In the meantime, here is what is already published in “Visit”.
Other sections in Visit
- BeachesThe main bay beach, Sidi Kaouki, Moulay Bouzerktoune, Cap Sim: where to swim, walk or watch the kites in Essaouira.
- Museums & galleriesSidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, Bayt Dakira, Dar Souiri and the medina’s art galleries: Essaouira’s cultural scene.
- ItinerariesEssaouira in 1, 2 or 3 days, on a rainy day or with kids: ready-to-follow itineraries, hour by hour.
- Must-seeOur editors’ rankings: the places, experiences and addresses not to miss in Essaouira.
- Crafts & shoppingThuya wood, argan, rugs, jewellery, raffia: where to buy Essaouira’s crafts, in the souks and at the cooperatives.
The agenda and the wind, every month
One email a month, and you will know when this section opens.