Is Essaouira Safe for Women? Crime in Essaouira
Safety index
The safety level in Essaouira is considered low, with an overall safety index of 2.4 out of 5.
Crime index
The crime rate in Essaouira is considered very low, with an overall crime index of 1 out of 5.
Violence index
On average 52.3% percentage of women in Morocco have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Crime & Safety Statistics
Safety index: | 2.4/5 | Unsafe | |
Safety walking alone after dark: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Safety using public transport: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Crime index: | 1/5 | Very Low | |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being physically attacked: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | N/A | Not enough data |
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How safe is Essaouira for women?
Is Essaouira safe to travel?
Based on 7 experiences
Group travel
* Budget ~100€ for 3 days including ~ 8-12€/person/night for hostels 10-15€/person transport from Marrakech around 1,5-2,0€ for transitional pie with vegetable 3-4€ for groceries (fresh fruits & vegetables) 10-12€/person for full meal (big portions) fresh fish, salad, bread ✓ Difficult to find alcohol, only 3 bars. ✓ No chance to buy tobacco in Morocco, only packages of cigarettes. ✓ Even if it's cheap always try to negotiate for the price. * Very artistic city, lots of crafts and handmade cute decorations, paintings, lots of live concerts even in the streets. * Walking around, no need for transportation, no need for taxi. * Level of safety: moderate. #Moroccans are sometimes more expressive with their body language and they might grab your hand and pull you slightly. I felt that I always have to settle my boundaries. Also, they are very friendly and social but as a white European woman I was constantly seen as wife material. # Pickpockets. Nothing to report. Actually, we have lost several times valuable items and they have been returned to us.
Posted: July 10, 2024Experienced: December, 2023
Alessandra
Italy
Solo travel
i loved every part of the city and people living there. after marrakech i had a full rest in this beautiful city where the fish is amazing and food is everywhere. I felt very safe and people will help you out in every way. There are a lot of surf school where you can go and try and solo meet new people
Posted: May 6, 2024Is Essaouira worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 7 experiences
Solo travel
Essaouira is an amazing destination for solo travellers, especially during the gnaoua festival. It's a magical city that brings a lot of peace. My travel there was a spiritual experience and it helped me become a better person and get to know new people.
Posted: July 20, 2024Experienced: May, 2022Group travel
I adored Essaouira. I went there after a group tour with a friend and we stayed there for 3 days. We indulged in massages and hammams every day. It was very affordable and definitely one of the most relaxing cities we visited in Morocco. We stayed at a hotel near the beach, which had a sea view from the balcony.
Posted: December 10, 2022Meet locals in Essaouira
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