Essaouira with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Essaouira is great for families, with a relaxed medina and a big beach. Here is how to spend a family trip on Morocco’s coast — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Beach camel ride
2Medina & port
3Sandboarding dunes
4Seafood lunch

Ride on the beach

Camels and horses on the wide sands.

Explore the medina

Wander the safe, walkable old town.

Play in the dunes

Sandboarding and buggy fun.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Essaouira — prices per person.

Essaouira

Sunset Beach Horse Ride in diabat Essaouira billeder & videoer

5.0(3)·1 time

fra$29/ person

via Viator

Essaouira with kids — FAQ

Is Essaouira good for kids?

Yes — the relaxed, walkable medina, the wide safe beach with camel and horse rides, and fun dune sandboarding make Essaouira a great family destination on the Moroccan coast.

What are the best things to do in Essaouira with children?

Top family picks are a beach camel or horse ride, exploring the easy-going medina and port, and sandboarding or a buggy ride in the dunes.

Is Essaouira easy to visit with kids?

Yes — calmer and more compact than Morocco’s big cities, with a beach and gentle activities, Essaouira is one of the country’s most family-friendly spots.