Source: Libargutxi
Agadir is a city in Morroco in the region of Souss-Massa near the foot of the Atlas Mountains. The population of Agadir as of 2012 is 600,000 which ranks the 8th most populous in Morocco.
1. Walk around Seafront promenade
Seafront promenade is a park with an overview of the ocean. It is a great place just to relax, read a book or hike around. Many of the tourists love to visit this park as well as the locals. The ocean breeze is so calming and the promenade is very lively during the night as well especially during the month of August because it is school holidays.
2. Swim around Agadir Beach
Another fun way of enjoying Agadir is to visit the best beaches around and one of them is the Agadir Beach. This beach is best for surfing as well. Get away from the city and enjoy the relaxing ambiance of this beach.
3. Buy something at Souk El Had d’Agadir
Souk El Had d’Agadir is a huge market where you can buy almost anything from foods, clothing, local products and so much more. The market can be very crowded sometimes, though.
Information
- Name:Souk El Had d’Agadir
- Address:Ouled Dahhou, Agadir 80010, Morocco
- Acess: 18 minutes away from Musee du Patrimoine Amazigh d’Agadir
- Price: Varies
- Opening hours:Tue – Sun 6:00 – 20:30
4. Taghazout Beach
One of the best beaches in Agadir is Taghazout Beach. This beach has a very fine sand and a great place to sunbathe too. It is also a great place just to walk around seeing argan trees on the mountains and having lunch at golf course too since it is not too far away from the beach. There are a lot of surfers in the summer time here.
5. Marina D’agadir
Stroll around Marina D’agadir to find cafe’s and bakeries around. There are very modest boats with a nice view over the Agadir hill. This is surely a great place for a hike and at the same time exploring the wonders of Agadir. There are also branded stores in the Marina. This is a great place for a light meal or something sweet to eat.
6. Get in touch with nature at Paradise Valley
Unleash your adventurous side in Paradise Valley where you will be able to hike through the mountains, see a lot of good views and photo opportunities and have a swim in the pools as you walk around.
Information
- Name:Paradise Valley
- Address: Tamraght River Valley, Agadir, Morocco
- Acess: 20 minutes away from Crocoparc
- Price: Varies
- Phone: 00212670341510
- Opening hours: Open all the time
- Website:http://www.agadir-tour.com/#_=_
7. Watch the view at Agadir Kasbah
Agadir Kasbah is a historic architecture with lots of good histories in the place. The place is free to visit and you will also be able to have a 360 view of Agadir in here. There are a few ruins but you have to learn to say “no” to a lot of salesmen that can sometimes be too pushy.
8. Relax at the best spa’s
A great way to end the long and tiring day of exploring Agadir is to try their best spa’s in town. The spa’s in Agadir are pretty famous for its unique ambiance and amazing services. The spa’s that you should visit are Argan Phyto House, Argan Palace, Les massages d’Argan, Le Musee de l’Argan, Diar Argan, O Massage and so much more.
9. Surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing
What else is the purpose of the amazing beaches in Agadir if you cannot Surf, windsurf and kitesurf? So while in the beaches, you better grab the opportunity to do these activities since it is one of the most famous activities that you can do in Agadir. Don’t forget to ask more information about this in your travel agency or even just locals.
10. Experience the view at Agadir Oufella Ruins
Agadir Oufella Ruins offers an amazing and breathtaking view from the top. Be warned that as you walk to the top you might encounter some stray dogs but don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the amazing views. You can even take a photo with a camel or snake but you will have to pay for it, though.
11. Stroll around Memoire d’Agadir
Memoire d’Agadir is an interesting place to stroll around especially the gardens or the park. The kids will surely love this place. If you want to hike up to the building you will need to pay $20USD but it will all be worth it anyways because of the stuff that you will see and learn.
Information
- Name: Memoire d’Agadir
- Address: Ave du President Kennedy & Ave des Far, Agadir, Morocco
- Acess: 25 minutes away from Seafront promenade
- Price: $20USD
- Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm
12. 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours in Agadir
There are a lot of travel agencies or companies that offer 4WD, ATV & Off-Road services in Agadir and the best ones for you to choose are Agadir Visite, Agadir Journey – Day Tours, Sky Adventures, Agadir Quad Biking, Agadir Adventure, Tamraght Moto Rent – Day Tours, Agadir Attractions – Day Trips, Marocdirections and so much more.
13. Paddleboarding
If you want to enjoy the beach without having to try those extreme activities yet you still want to be a little bit more adventurous then you should really go paddle boarding. It is not hard and it is a very relaxing and great experience too.
14. Have fun at La Grande Roue Agadir
La Grande Roue Agadir is a Ferris wheel located near the beach. Riding the Ferris wheel will enable you to get a good view of the beach and the surrounding areas. It is best to ride the Ferris wheel at night as you will see the city just light up. Plus, the Ferris wheel spins a bit quickly but with many rounds.
15. Horseback riding tours
Get in touch with the wildlife and enjoy horseback riding tours in Agadir. It is a wonderful experience to be able to ride horses and see the magnificent views of Agadir at the same time. Amodou Cheval – Day Tours, Agadir Horse & Camel, Horse Riding in Agadir, and Agadir Dromadaire offers this service.
16. Grenier Fortifie Agadir
Grenier Fortifie Agadir is a great place to visit especially with family and kids. Grenier Fortifie Agadir is the best place in Agadir to watch the sunset with. The place is very romantic and has a lot of historic insights. The hospitality and warmth of the locals will surely make you want to come back.
17. La Nouvelle Medina Polizzi
La Nouvelle Medina Polizzi is a good place if you want a lot of photo opportunities. There are a few artisans that sell their products here and there are an always a large number of tourists in the area.
Information
- Name:La Nouvelle Medina Polizzi
- Address: B.P. 230 Bensergao, Agadir 80007, Morocco
- Acess: 20 minutes away from the city
- Price: Varies
- Opening hours:Wed – Mon 9:00 – 18:00
18. Do some shopping
Of course, you wouldn’t forget to buy something from the city you are visiting and if you want to do some shopping, you can always do that Agadir but the best way to do that is to buy souvenirs from the locals stalls and shops in that way you can really assure that your item is specially made in Agadir.
19. Accrobranche Souss Park
Accrobranche Souss Park is a small zoo garden that is just close to the city. In this place, you will not only see a lot of flowers and trees but you will also see a couple of animals in the place.
Information
- Name:Accrobranche Souss Park
- Address:Agadir 800090, Morocco
- Acess: 10 minutes away from the city
- Price:Varies
- Website:http://www.accrobranche.com/#_=_
20. Play at the casino
If you want to spend every moment in Agadir then why not stay up late at night and go to the casino. It is okay if you just want to eat something there but it would be more fun to play some games and meet new people.
Have a good trip and travel!
