• At The Beach - A golden sandy beach awaits in Essaouira. Entrance to the beach requires some footwear but the actual beach is quite good to walk on bare-foot. Take a small bag for the kids to collect sea shells. This beach can get quite windy so do weigh down your belongings. There are loungers & parasols for hire. Public toilets are available along the promenade, at a small fee. There are play areas on the beach with slides & roundabouts, perfect for young kids, access for only a £1.  You can pick up sand castle buckets & spades in the Medina, as well as a football to kick around. 

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• On The Beach Promenade - This wide walk way runs the course of the beach up to the Medina. It is wheel-chair and buggy friendly. So even if you can't get out onto the beach, you can enjoy the view and the freshly fried crisps on the beach. Not far from the Atlas hotel, there are trikes and family carriage cycles to hire. There are plenty of places to eat along the promenade and across the street, on side roads for cheaper options.  

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• In The Medina - Calmer and easier to navigate than the Marrakech medina, the old town is wonderful to wander through. Tucked away in quiet corners are delicious places to eat, like the delicious freshly made pancakes filled with nutella or apricot jam. Souvenir shopping is far cheaper and less hassle than in Marrakesh.  Our favourite is the Argan Oil with Musk, in cabin bag size 100ml bottles.

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• A Private Beach BBQ - Organised by Berberlands, this is a truly unique opportunity to enjoy a picnic on a secluded beach location with a delicious BBQ & sand castle making equipment too. Find out more >

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• At The Skala du Port - This bastion offers a chance to step back in time. Young kids will enjoy pretending to be pirates. The teenagers will be taking pictures to upload to instagram. Open Daily from 9am to 5.30om. Entrance Fee: Adults 10 Dirhams(Around £1), Children under 12 years 3 Dirhams. 

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• In The Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdullah Museum - A small museum showcasing local history & artefacts. The information is in French or Arabic, so the context of the items might be a little lost. However, is a nice place just to take a look around, with in the medina. Open Wednesday - Monday 9am to 5pm. Entrance Fee: Adults 10 Dirhams, Children under 12 years 3 Dirhams.

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• At The Main Square - Place Moulay Hassan can be found between the port and the medina. It is not like Jemaa El-Fna. There maybe a few street performers. But mostly, this is a place to view the sun setting whilst having a delicious pancake or chilling with an ice-cream. Adjacent to the Square is an area where electric remote controlled cars can be hired for the kids to enjoy for around a £1 a go. They certainly beat the merry-go-rounds in town centres here! 

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• Quad Biking On the Sand Dunes - Children under 6 years can not participate. Children 6 years an up can ride with an adult. Children over 12 years, may be able to drive independently subject to their test drive experience. Find Out More>

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• At The Fishermen's Huts - After a walk down to the port, head to the Fishermen's Huts for some freshly grilled fish & seafood. Some with offer you a rate by weight, others by choice of fish. Our favourite grilled fish and seafood hut was no.14. 

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• Horse Rides Along the Beach  -  For an hour or an actual 3 day trek taking you further afield. There are many options available. Find Out More>

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• In the Wind & on the Waves - If you fancy learning how to surf, kite surf or try out water sports, then Essaouira is definitely the place.  Find Out More>

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• Try an Excursion - Berberlands runs some wonderful excursions exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding area. They also run yoga sessions, cookery classes & visits to the local markets. Contact them through their Website: www.berberlands.org or by Email: berberlands@gmail.com Find out More>

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• Guided Donkey Tour - If your kids love animals, this is really one to try. A walk through the hills exploring the natural environment. It will be a wonderful memory for you children to share & hold onto for life. This is also run by Berberlands. Find out more>

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• At The Carrefour Supermarket - Visiting the supermarket is hardly what every tourist should do but if you have to pick up some bit & bobs, this is a great place to do it. Some stuff is admittedly more expensive but you can pick up everything in one go. Buy fresh curry spices, fruit & veg, meats & fish, as well as all the snacks you might need.  The kids will love doing the weekly shop at the Moroccan 'Asda'. Don't forget your carrier bags ! 

 

• Reach New Heights - Riding on a camel takes you up in the air, around 2.5 m. An exciting experience as long as you are not afraid of heights ! Find Out More>

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• Try a Cookery Class - From buying the groceries at a traditional Moroccan market to learning to cook a Tajine with Beber ladies, this is a very unique experience worth trying. Find out more>

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For some further background & bedtime reading, here are some suggested sites to visit:

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• www.essaouira.nu

• Essaouira Tours Guide with Map

• www.lonelyplanet.com

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If you can think of another family-friendly activity that should be on this list, please do share!