Castelo Real, Essaouira

#4 among attractions in Essaouira

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Castelo Real was a Portuguese castle established in Mogador, now Essaouira in Morocco, by the Portuguese in 1506. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: ManuelineCoordinates: 31°30'37"N, 9°46'22"W

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Essaouira Morocco

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Castelo Real – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miNE
Synagogue
Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Essaouira
13 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...
~740 ftSW
Forts and castles
Portuguese forts, Essaouira
4 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...
0.5 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Synagogue
Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Essaouira
14 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...
~1280 ftNE
Synagogue
Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira
7 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.
~1410 ftN
Museum, History museum
Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira
7 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.
1.3 miSW
Island
Mogador island, Essaouira
33 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.
~1560 ftN
31°30'52"N • 9°46'20"W
Skala De La Ville, Essaouira
8 min walk • Forts and castles
~800 ftNE
31°30'42"N • 9°46'15"W
Galeries Frederic Damgaard, Essaouira
4 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Castelo Real?

Nearby attractions include Portuguese forts, Essaouira (4 min walk), Galeries Frederic Damgaard, Essaouira (4 min walk), Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira (7 min walk), Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira (7 min walk).

How to get to Castelo Real by public transport?

The nearest stations to Castelo Real:

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Gare Supratours (9 min walk)
Lima Bus 1 2 (15 min walk)