Essaouira day trip from Agadir | UNESCO Medina & Coastal tour
Visit Essaouira's UNESCO-listed medina, historic ramparts, and fishing port on a guided day trip from Agadir. See the 'Goats on the Trees' and enjoy free time in Essaouira.
Agadir to essaouira day tour
About this tour
Duration & availability
- Duration: 11 hours trip.
- Availability: Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays.
- Hotel pick-up & drop off included.
- Pick up at 7:30. Drop off around 19:00.
- Free cancellation
- Book and pay online or cash at pick up.
Highlights
Price includes
✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off (Agadir and Taghazout)
✓ Trip on air-conditioned vehicle
✓ Professional Driver/Guide
✓ Guided walking tour in Essaouira
✓ Skala de la Ville visit
✓ Fishing port visit
✓ Old Medina visit
✓ Free time in Essaouira
✕ Food and drinks
✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off (Agadir and Taghazout)
✓ Trip on air-conditioned vehicle
✓ Professional Driver/Guide
✓ Guided walking tour in Essaouira
✓ Skala de la Ville visit
✓ Fishing port visit
✓ Old Medina visit
✓ Free time in Essaouira
✕ Food and drinks
Price
- £27 per adult
- £20 per child (age 0-10)
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From Agadir or Taghazout: Essaouira day tour
A day trip from Agadir to Essaouira offers an enriching experience that blends stunning coastal scenery, rich history, and vibrant culture. Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famous for its well-preserved medina, charming blue and white architecture, and bustling souks.
The journey from Agadir to Essaouira takes approximately 2.5 hours. The route offers beautiful landscapes, taking you through rolling hills and beautiful berber villages.
Once we arrive in Essaouira, you will have a city tour with guide to visit the souk, which is located inside the Medina, and make a tour of the ramparts of the Kasbah, where you will explore the ramparts of the Scala, the port of Essaouira, the municipal market.
After the city tour, you will have some free time to explore the city on your own, and don't forget to squeeze in a quick visit to the beautiful, sunny beach of Essaouira.
After a day of exploration and the free time, you'll gather with guide and the rest of the group to head back to Agadir in the late afternoon.
The journey from Agadir to Essaouira takes approximately 2.5 hours. The route offers beautiful landscapes, taking you through rolling hills and beautiful berber villages.
Once we arrive in Essaouira, you will have a city tour with guide to visit the souk, which is located inside the Medina, and make a tour of the ramparts of the Kasbah, where you will explore the ramparts of the Scala, the port of Essaouira, the municipal market.
After the city tour, you will have some free time to explore the city on your own, and don't forget to squeeze in a quick visit to the beautiful, sunny beach of Essaouira.
After a day of exploration and the free time, you'll gather with guide and the rest of the group to head back to Agadir in the late afternoon.
Itinerary
➊ Pick up from the reception of your hotel in Agadir around 7:30 in the morning.
➋ Rest stop on the road to Essaouira, to use restrooms, stretch your legs or get a drink.
➌ Goats on the tree stop, to see the goats climbing the argan tree and reaching for the argan nuts.
➍ Arriving to the old portugal city "Essaouira" around 11 o'clock in the morning, then start the city tour with our guide.
➎ Around 2 hours free time in Essaouira to discover the city on your own and find a place to eat.
➏ Meeting at the agreed meeting point with your guide and start the journey back to Agadir.
➐ Return to your hotel in Agadir around 7 o'clock in the evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does the trip to Essaouira from Agadir take?
Travel time from Agadir to Essaouira is typically around 2.5 to 3 hours each way by road. A full day trip usually lasts between 11 to 12 hours, including travel time and time spent exploring the city.
2. What are the main sights I will see in Essaouira?
Essaouira’s main draw is its atmosphere and historic sites. You will usually visit the Skala de la Ville (the iconic sea ramparts), the bustling fishing port with its blue boats, and the UNESCO-listed Medina (old town) with its art galleries and shops.
3. Is there a chance to see the famous "tree goats" on the way?
Yes, the route between Agadir and Essaouira is famous for the phenomenon of Argan goats climbing the local Argan trees to eat the fruit. Our tour makes a brief stop on the side of the road to allow you to take photos of these unique animals.
4. Will I have free time for lunch and shopping?
Absolutely. Essaouira is a relaxed city, and the day trips are typically structured to give you plenty of free time (usually 3–4 hours) to wander the medina, explore the souks, and enjoy lunch at one of the many seafood restaurants by the port.
5. What is the weather like in Essaouira compared to Agadir?
Essaouira is known as the "City of Wind" (Windy City). It is often cooler and significantly windier than Agadir, especially in the afternoons. It’s always a good idea to bring a light jacket or windbreaker, even on sunny days.
Travel time from Agadir to Essaouira is typically around 2.5 to 3 hours each way by road. A full day trip usually lasts between 11 to 12 hours, including travel time and time spent exploring the city.
2. What are the main sights I will see in Essaouira?
Essaouira’s main draw is its atmosphere and historic sites. You will usually visit the Skala de la Ville (the iconic sea ramparts), the bustling fishing port with its blue boats, and the UNESCO-listed Medina (old town) with its art galleries and shops.
3. Is there a chance to see the famous "tree goats" on the way?
Yes, the route between Agadir and Essaouira is famous for the phenomenon of Argan goats climbing the local Argan trees to eat the fruit. Our tour makes a brief stop on the side of the road to allow you to take photos of these unique animals.
4. Will I have free time for lunch and shopping?
Absolutely. Essaouira is a relaxed city, and the day trips are typically structured to give you plenty of free time (usually 3–4 hours) to wander the medina, explore the souks, and enjoy lunch at one of the many seafood restaurants by the port.
5. What is the weather like in Essaouira compared to Agadir?
Essaouira is known as the "City of Wind" (Windy City). It is often cooler and significantly windier than Agadir, especially in the afternoons. It’s always a good idea to bring a light jacket or windbreaker, even on sunny days.
