Stood and watched the fisherman for a while. Very busy little port and easy to reach. Was interesting to see all the boats get in and out of the port with all their fish and nets. A popular place for locals and tourists.

It's worth it just for the fish restaurants next to the fishing port. so much fish for 150 Dirhams for two people. And then haggle for extra - they will gladly top up your platter!

After the controlled chaos of Fes and Marrakech, laid-back Essaouira is a breath of fresh air. The port especially is a great place to spend an hour, rambling along the port and exploring the centuries old ramparts. Have a glass of fresh squeezed orange or grapefruit juice and check out the row upon row of bright blue painted wooden boats... More

It's about a 3 hour drive from Marrakesh and feels much more modern and European. The Medina is quite small and shopping in the souks is pretty peaceful- far less "selling". the port itself is pretty working fishermen and lots of local cats make it busy. We had a love day there but not sure I would want to stay... More

The Medina, with its old streets, small boutiques is the major attraction. One can spend hours just wandering around and still does not feel has captured it all. Next to it is the harbor where you can be enchanted by the colorful fishing vessels.

We were there during some stormy weather and the port was still busting with men bringing boats in and selling their catches. The boat builders hammering was rhythmic. there was so much going on, We walked to the end and climbed onto the sea wall to just watch daily life.

best time is after 7 p.m. until late night. it's like a film set: lots of ships, boats, fish, people, caterpillars, seagulls ... a magic place after sunset

We stumbled on the port as the afternoon catch was being unloaded. Small and medium sized trawlers swamped in seagulls emptied fish of all sorts, many that I didn't recognise, for sale in the fish market or at stalls on the quay. What was refreshing was that this was genuine, not a tourist attraction. You can also eat some of... More

You are so excited to be between fishermans, lots of seagulls, big and fat cats, local fish sellers and tourists. Its croud, not smelly and dirty, for me environment gave energy for rest of the day! Next to the port are fish stends where you can choose by your self fresh sea food and it will be served grilled! So... More