Essaouira Citadel, Essaouira

Name: Essaouira Citadel
Address: Essaouira, Morocco

#5 among attractions in Essaouira

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The port of Essaouira is an important traditional and historical fishing port of the 18th century, in Essaouira, on the Atlantic Ocean, in Morocco. It is one of the 14 main fishing ports in Morocco and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Morocco, with its beaches and the nearby walled Medina of Essaouira on the ocean, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Coordinates: 31°30'33"N, 9°46'26"W

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Essaouira Citadel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Portuguese forts, Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Simon Attias Synagogue.

0.6 miNE
Synagogue
Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Essaouira
15 min walk • Nestled within the historic medina of Essaouira, the Slat Lkahal Synagogue stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage that once flourished in this Moroccan coastal city. This synagogue, a hidden gem often overlooked by the casual tourist, is an integral part of...
~390 ftW
Forts and castles
Portuguese forts, Essaouira
2 min walk • Nestled against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, the imposing Portuguese forts of Essaouira stand as a testament to the city's rich history and strategic importance in Morocco. These fortifications, which embody the interweaving of European and Moroccan influences...
0.6 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Synagogue
Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Essaouira
16 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Essaouira, Morocco, the Chaim Pinto Synagogue stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage that once flourished in this coastal city. This synagogue, a spiritual and cultural landmark, is named after the revered Rabbi Chaim...
~1740 ftNE
Synagogue
Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira
9 min walk • The Simon Attias Synagogue is a nineteenth-century synagogue in Essaouira, Morocco, formerly known as Mogador, Morocco. It is also known as the Bet Ha-Knesset Simon Attias, M'sod Attias and Shaarei T'filah. The synagogue was built in 1882.
~1850 ftNE
Museum, History museum
Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira
9 min walk • The Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum is a history museum in the city of Essaouira, Morocco. It was named after the founder of the city, Mohammed ben Abdallah. It is located in 19th century mansion, Rue Laâlouj, a central street of the city of Essaouira.
1.2 miSW
Island
Mogador island, Essaouira
31 min walk • Mogador Island is the main island of the Iles Purpuraires near Essaouira in Morocco. It is about 3 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide, and lies about 1.5 kilometres from Essaouira.
~1970 ftN
31°30'52"N • 9°46'20"W
Skala De La Ville, Essaouira
10 min walk • Forts and castles
~1260 ftNE
31°30'42"N • 9°46'15"W
Galeries Frederic Damgaard, Essaouira
7 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Essaouira Citadel?

Nearby attractions include Portuguese forts, Essaouira (2 min walk), Galeries Frederic Damgaard, Essaouira (7 min walk), Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira (9 min walk), Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira (9 min walk).

How to get to Essaouira Citadel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Essaouira Citadel:

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Gare Supratours (11 min walk)
Lima Bus 1 2 (18 min walk)