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Agadir - an overview
With approximately 340 days of sunshine and six kilometres of soft white sands, Agadir is Morocco’s premiere beach resort! Nestled amongst the verdant valleys of the Great Souss and with the majestic range of the Anti-Atlas rearing up behind it, this modern, cosmopolitan city has all the attendant pleasures, thrills and luxuries you can ask for. So if you’re looking to relax, soak up the sun and be pampered or if you want to fill your days and nights with adrenalin filled adventures, Agadir is the ideal holiday location.
The beating heart of Agadir around which everything revolves is its spectacular crescent shaped bay. The white sandy beach which stretches for as far as the eye can see provides some of the safest bathing in Morocco and is the daytime destination for most visitors. Whether it is soaking up the sun, taking a camel ride or catching some waves, the beach provides something for all tastes. Tracing the curve of the bay is Boulevard 20 Aout, Agadir's main thoroughfare along which you will find many of its exclusive hotels and beachside resorts and a host of cafes, bars and restaurants. One block back from here and you will find the cities main shopping area centred on Boulevard Hassan II and Avenue du Prince Moulay Abdullah. Further inland is the area of New Talborjt where most of Agadir's budget accommodation is to be found. To get a taste of the hustle and bustle of old Agadir, head down to the port where you can watch the fishermen bringing in the daily catch, head out to the souk and do a spot of bartering or trek up to the remains of the 16th century Kasbah and suck in the spectacular sights over the bay.
Agadir - attraction information
The Beach Agadir's top attraction is the six mile crescent shaped beach...soak up the sun, splash in the surf and enjoy! Kasbah Built in 1540, all that remains of the old Kasbah is the fortified walls...however the trip up the hill is worth it for the view alone. Address: Hilltop 7km northwest of the town
Souk al-Had Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Agadir's walled souk and get ready to barter for your souvenirs. Address: Off Rue de 18 Novembre
Fishing Port If you're looking to taste the hustle and bustle of a typically Moroccan town, then head for the fishing port. Address: Follow Boulevard Mohammed V 1.5km East
Medina d Agadir Fascinating reconstruction of a typical Moroccan village using traditional building techniques and local materials! Address: 230 Bensergaou Phone: +212 (0)28 28 02 53
Musee Municipal This museum offers a fascinating insight into the culture and art of the Berbers, the original inhabitants of Morocco. Address: Situated in the grounds of the public park off Boulevard Mohammed V Phone: +212 (0)28 843 845
Airport Al-Massira Airport is 28 km from the centre. To get to and from the airport you can take bus or taxi. From the airport to Inezgane - Bus no.22 to Inezgane costs Dh4 and runs every 40 minutes up till 20.30 - Inezgane to Agadir - Bus nos. 20, 24 or 28 costs Dh2.5. A taxi from the airport to Agadir costs approximately Dh150 /200. Phone: +212 (0)28 839 102
Public Transport The main bus station is next to the main grand taxi rank at the south end of Rue de Fes. Taxi By far the easiest and quickest way to get about town is by Grand taxi, either from the taxi rank at the South end of Rue de Fes or Rue Yacoub el-Mansour in New Talborjt or by hailing one off the street. Fares are charged on the meter. The fare from Agadir to Inezgane a journey of 15km costs just Dh3.Car and Motorcycle Hire Avis: Tel: +212 (0)28 839244 Budget: Tel: +212 (0)28 839 101 Transrent motorbike rental: +212 (0)28 843 378 rents scooters for Dh50/200 per hour/day and motorbikes from Dh300 per day.