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By plane
Agadir-Al Massira Airport [url=http://www.onda.ma/].]Agadir has an international airport with direct scheduled flights coming in major cities in Europe as well as many charter flights arriving from all over Europe. If you are flying from the US, Canada, Asia or elsewhere, you'll have to change planes in [[Casablanca[/url]] an internal flight takes just an hour and prices are competitive. Immigration queues can be incredibly lengthy taking often over an hour to pass through, waiting times are longer in the evenings.
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By train
There is no train connection to Agadir, you can only use the bus as public transport.
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By bus
Agadir's bus station is at the Sahara hotel's parking, and it is possible to take grand taxis there. [wiki=06bf182880d3ebb1b83efbfe2ec80ed4]Inezgane[/wiki] is around 10 kilometres away and is the region's bus hub. It is very usual to arrive there and not at Agadir. The grand taxi to Agadir costs from 5 Dh/person, regular busses go there for 3-4 Dh/person.
Go to [wiki=9c484a95a914f8e63c0eb95188b61f69]Inezgene[/wiki] from the airport, which is closer, easier to catch there bus to [wiki=47f555c26175453cb83e448f25cec713]Marrakech[/wiki] (3 hours, 100 Dh), [wiki=ba4c3a4f880f7ae916724b727a1ad923]Ouarzazate[/wiki], [wiki=60b96270dc3e6c89824864db24dcdea6]Taroudannt[/wiki] and other places.
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The city centre is flat with large attractive, clean avenues and boulevards making it easy to get around on foot. It is generally safe to walk around although women may need to fend off unwanted attention from local men.
Agadir's petit taxi are orange most are quite legal and use the taximeter (you can ask the driver to do it without any problems). If you go around the centre of town, they will ask you normally from 10 to 20 Dh.
The petit taxi are only allowed with the city limits, for travel outside the town you will need a grand taxi, which is shared with six passengers, or you can pay extra and hire the whole taxi, but you will need to discuss prices beforehand.
The main depot for taxis is an area known as Batoir. Here you will find petit and grand taxis as well as lots of inexpensive places to eat.
Buses are cheap and plentiful they are handy for reaching beaches such as [wiki=955e758e8fc4da9c7e22b8b8553ae966]Tamraght[/wiki] and [wiki=89c0386a70d89e7c94b15ac66cba35e8]Taghazout[/wiki] They can get very crowded, can be slow, but fares are cheap with most under 10 Dh. Always make sure you have the correct coins and be mindful that pickpockets operate on buses. For bus timetables and maps visit the Tourist Office which is along the Boulevard Mohammed V near the Miramar Hotel.
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Visit Agadir Museum Municipal du Patrimoine Amazigh which exhibits a small collection of Berber objects from 18th and 19th century including old Berber music instruments, Berber jewelry, traditional clothing and old manuscripts.
Another Museum is located on the corner of the Avenue des F.A.R. and Avenue President Kennedy, unfortunately the sign is missing but you go through iron gates on the corner. Mostly photographic exhibits which concentrate on the Agadir earthquake on 29th February 1960. Cost is 20/30 Dh each and there is a guide who speaks Arabic, French and English. After you have browsed you can walk around the super Jardin Olhao, where there is a cafe, toilets and children's playground.
Ensemble Artisanal situated on the corner of Rue Yacoub Al Mansour et Avenue du 29 Fevrier downstairs is a shop selling all the co-operatives wares, up a few steps you can see artisan's working, painted furniture, ironwork, embroidery, ceramics etc.
Coco Polizzi's Medina. A labour of love, Coco Polizzi has been recreating a traditional Moroccan Medina on route N1 in Bensergao. Out of town you will need to take an orange Petit taxi, and arrange a time for the taxi to return to collect you, but its well worth the effort for the architecture alone. Amble along the cobbled alleys amongst artisans and chatty shop keepers and take a traditional souvenir or two home.
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Agadir is primarily a resort; and as such has a limited number of attractions.
*The main attraction is the beach, which is wide and stretches for miles.
*Dress up for the evening and join locals and stroll along the corniche or promenade. There are lots of cafes and bars, live music and street entertainers.
*Surfing, Imsouane bay, Devils rock, Anchor point, Cro-Cro and many others.
There are a lot of surf schools and surf camps and surf shop. The best surf season is from November until March, but if you are just beginner, you can surf every day all year long.
* Part of the original fortress remains at the top of the hill beside the city, over the huge painting. It's possible to go there by taxi, bus or even small mopeds that are for rent around of the Hotel Kenzi (they are expensive, more than 100 Dh an hour).
*If you want designer label fashion then head to the marina which has a wide selection of international boutiques. Shops include Zara, Mango, Lacoste, Adidas.
*There is a small zoo, called "Vallée des Oiseaux". Entrance is free of charge. Open daily 11am - 6pm. There is a very nice cage you can walk inside, many birds from all the world, some goat-like animals from the Atlas, and even exotic mammals. It is particularly good for children and is frequented by locals who take their children along to play in the playground inside. If you are an animal lover, you may not enjoy this attraction as some of the birds look to be in a state of distress. There are two entrances as it forms a passageway between Ave. Hassan II and Ave Mohammad V. To find it, go to the Uniprix, and the main gate is on the other side of the street on the right (Av. Hassan II).
*Head to the fish market near the marina where you can buy fish, then take it to the guys who will prepare it for you.
*Golf. With three top notch golf courses Agadir can rival most countries golf facilities. Ask at any large hotel about the bus transport which collects visitors several times a day.
*Visit Souk El Had (closed Mondays). With over 3000 stalls the Souk is a must see. Everything from tourist souvenirs, clothes, leather goods, household items, to fruit and veg. If you are a tourist and enter via Gate 9 or 10 (the main gates) expect to be approached by someone offering to guide you. Which of course means he'll take you to all his friend's stalls. If you wish to avoid this, and explore on your own, enter through one of the lower numbered gates where the Moroccan's go. Haggle hard and note some stores advertise Fixed Prices. Worth looking there first so you have an idea of the 'right' price to pay before trying your hand at haggling. Personal favourites and the olives and spices stalls. Generally stallholders are happy to be in your photographs, but be respectful and ask permission first.
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Agadir is maybe the city with the least charm to buy the typical Moroccan handicraft goods. There is one main authentic Souk in Agadir - Souk El Had. (Corner of Ave Abderrahim Bouabid and Rue du 2 Mars) (soukelhad.com) Open daily (excl Monday) from 9am-8pm. 3000+ stalls. Busiest on Weekends and best to visit by day to avoid any potential pickpocketing. Sells a very wide range of goods from "designer brands", to local Argan Oil products to tagines, clothing, shoes, handbags in addition to products more suited to residents of Agadir including home furnishings, cleaning products and an extensive fruit and vegetable market. You will find spices here to be of incredibly good value, particularly saffron. This souk is laid back and friendly and lacks the hassle that the souks of Tunisia and Egypt suffer - stallholders will approach, but a polite decline will yield you wishes of a good day. To avoid the usual taxi scams, request "Gate 2 of the Souk" and mention that you wish to buy fruits or vegetables, or; ask the taxi to take you to the neighbouring Ibis hotel and walk 100m to the souk. Dress conservatively (cover shoulders and knees) to be treated respectfully, this souk is far from the beach area and swimwear, etc. have no place here.
There are several smaller souks in Agadir, which cater primarily to tourists. One is around the big square behind the Uniprix (Blvd. Hassan II with Ave. Sidi Mohammed). There is a concrete building called Marché Centrale with many shops inside. Is possible to get in also from Ave. Prince Moulay Abdallah. All the goods are made outside the Agadir region, and it's difficult to find them at a good price. The good thing of buying in Agadir is that there are many fixed-price shops, which is good if you don't know how to [wiki=5723c92270b3a6333fe517fc0a34c906]haggle[/wiki] well. In fact, you may find that the cheap things you bought in Marrakech are not so cheap!
In the Uniprix shop it is possible to buy small typical pieces in maybe the least authentic shop in Morocco, but the prices are not so high and there is nobody pushing you to buy. Inside you can find a broad range of items: clothing, souvenirs, children's toys, food and drinks and alcohol. Uniprix is open daily but closed during siesta time (1-3pm).
The marina has shops such as Zara, Mango, Adidas, Geox and Lacoste, for those who are looking for genuine brands or warmer clothing you may wear again when you get home!
Further out of town there are several branches of Marjane hypermarket, great for toiletries, teapots, glasses, tagines, argan oil, traditional shoes, all are well priced. It is a great place to buy spices. While 100g of spices in shops/stalls in Marrakech costs around 30DH here you can buy 1kg for 20-70DH. Also dates are quite cheap, costing aprox. 13dh per kg.
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There are four main zones to eat in Agadir:
*Nouveau Talbourjt: The cheapest restaurants can be found here. There are menus for as little as 35 Dh. Lune et les Etoiles is one restaurant which serves wholesome food at well under 100dh for a three course meal. Bear in mind most restaurants in this area are aimed at locals and are dry (no alcohol).
*The beach: Along the corniche or seafront there are many restaurants. You can find from international fast food (McDonald's & Pizza Hut), fish restaurants, fine dining, Japanese and Thai. Most restaurants serve alcohol and prices are top end.
*Around the Uniprix: It's the mid price zone and there is a real mix of restaurants aimed at tourists and those for locals. There is an excellent pizzeria.
*Batoir: This is the taxi depot and transport hub for the city, around here you will find a good choice of really cheap grills, chicken shops, cafes. Depending on the time of day, vendors will selling pancakes and bowls of soup, snails, grilled corn. If you want authentic and cheap and away from the tourists, head for this area, but do take care at night, as there are street kids on glue who can be quite aggressive with their begging.
If you're looking for a quick snack, keep an eye out for the pastry vendors who roam the beach carrying big plastic trays, selling sweet fried bread (a kind of African variant on the donut).
Beware, however, that these friendly hawkers will often approach you on the beach, strike up a conversation, and then thrust a pastry into your hand, whether you asked for one or not. Which, of course, you are then expected to pay for (5Dh or 10Dh is a fair price). If you don't want to buy, simply refuse the offer with a polite smile. They are delicious, though.
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Although most locals abstain from drinking, some will frequent the seedier side of the Agadir nightlife scene. Although it is not uncommon to see prostitutes in bars and nightclubs, it is much better for tourists to use bars and clubs attached to hotels where prostitution is less common and locals in attendance are merely of the 'golddigger' variety! Alcohol is served in all these places. Good Nightclubs for tourists to visit are: Actor's, Loft, and Papagayo.
For evening entertainment accessible to all, head to the Sofitel for a good atmosphere and drinks. The English Pub has a good range of entertainment and sports on and attracts an international crowd.
Try Moroccan Whisky, which is tea served in a ritual ceremony in small glasses. It is a blend of Chinese green gunpowder tea, mixed with sugar and fresh mint. It is delicious and refreshing.
If you are looking just to talk and drink, watch the world go by during the day or the evening, you can head to one of the big cafes that are at Ave. Hassan II, like La Fontaine, La Veranda, Le Dome, etc. It's a real ritual for many Agadir citizens. These stylish cafes have a very Parisian feel they serve coffees, teas, fresh orange juice, the delicious Moroccan avocado smoothie, which is incredible. You can also get get cakes and ice cream at these cafes.
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The main budget accommodation area is in the Nouveau Tablorjt. A simple double room will set you back around 150-180 Dh although you might find a really basic hotel with crappy toilets for 80 Dh. Arrive early as hotels tend to fill up quickly in high season. If you are an unmarried couple looking for a double room, many hotels will refuse - as they will only allow married couples to share a room. This doesn't apply to same sex couples.
*The Hotel has a commanding position with a magnificent view of the bay and the city. Guests can keep in shape in the gym, have a swim in one of the 3 beautiful outdoor pools, or relax in the health club with a sauna, or a massage. Your children will be entertained in the kids club, while you can unwind enjoying a cool drink from one of the three bars. Amenities of this Agadir Hotel include conference and banqueting facilities, and there is a business center, where guests can access the Internet. In the evening, the traditional Moroccan-style restaurant Fez features live folk music, the hotel restaurant serves a buffet, including salads, chicken dishes, fish tagine specialties, fresh fruit, Moroccan cakes and soups, and there is also a pizza restaurant.
*Located only 20 minutes from [wiki=287d0c92e2c4a9390888a93ed0b03fe9]Agadir[/wiki], this ecolodge is the perfect place to discover centuries-old [wiki=e2cff529139dd303b617b28953d04249]Berber[/wiki] culture and the unesco Argan Biosphere Reserve. It features gourmet food using fresh and natural product especially ones from the organic garden of the Kasbah. The objectives of the ecolodge is to provide a comfortable and educational experience for guests by learning about local customs, food and traditions as well as the natural environment. Thus, it is a leader in the Souss region in alternative technology and high environmental standards as well as positive economic side effects for the local population.
Check out the 4 Star Hotel Jacaranda Golf Hotel Agadir. Every comfort and great food and lovely pool and gardens
If you're on a budget, Hotel Diaf is a great place to stay. It's just near where the bus stops (1 min walk), right next to an internet cafe and about 20 mins walk or a 6dh taxi ride (don't forget to get them to turn the meter on) to the seafront. It is possible to stay in a room on the roof with a double bed and a single for 100 Dh! The best thing is, it has an amazing warm shower with a large showerhead. The rooms definitely have a "backpackers" feel, but its a great, and cheap, experience.
* Hotel Tiznit Beach Resort,1 Rue des Amicales Bloc C, Agadir, Morocco. bungalow-style beachfront hotel built on a five-hectare site amidst landscaped gardens, 600 metres from the city centre.
* Hotel Sud Bahia, Rue des Administrations Publiques, [wiki=287d0c92e2c4a9390888a93ed0b03fe9]Agadir[/wiki] 335, [wiki=4d4a1722d8e85909a576da2c42878ff0]Morocco[/wiki]. Four-storey with 246 rooms 400 meters from the beach in the center of Agadir and with an outdoor pool.
*Close to the centre, rooms with shower (shared toilet) from 170 Dh, very clean, breakfast served in a rooftop eatery. Street-facing rooms can be a bit noisy.
*10 minute walk from the beach. This hotel is on the smaller side, but the rooms are clean and spacious. Has free wifi, pool, working A/C, and a restaurant.
*Hotel Tamri. Cheap place to stay - 70 Dh for single room. Hot shower outside - from 7-10 am morning and 6-9 pm. The electricity plugs are "hidden" on left side of the "neon" lamp above sink in your room. Just ask receptionist... Rooms could be quite noisy as hotel is close to the street and those crazy motorcycle drivers without exhaust pipes. So if you are sensitive, don't forget about your ear plugs.
*Ecolodge Adventures , The Eco Lodge Guest house departement in Agadir
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Marrakech - The best is the Supratours bus to Marrakech, several daily. Costs 100dh one way for the standard bus or 140dh for the luxury bus with footrests and on-board toilet. Journey time is 3 hours including a toilet stop. The late night returns can be unreliable in terms of departure times due to tie-ins with the train service at Marrakech.
*40km south from Agadir, there is the [wiki=4525654750c36b10ddada1f8fd95da16]Souss-Massa[/wiki] river national park. Go from Ave Mohammend V (Bus 97) to [wiki=06bf182880d3ebb1b83efbfe2ec80ed4]Inezgane[/wiki] (bus station near Souk, last stop) for 3 Dh and take Bus 42 to Massa (11 Dh). From there it is a 4km walk to entrance of the national park.
*About 80km east from Agadir, there is the city of [wiki=60b96270dc3e6c89824864db24dcdea6]Taroudannt[/wiki], which is worth the visit if you don't plan to visit [wiki=47f555c26175453cb83e448f25cec713]Marrakech[/wiki] or other big historical cities.
*The coast north of Agadir has wonderful and very accessible beaches. Why not head to [wiki=db07d2252c4a1731ebf536a010e18b4d]Aourir[/wiki], [wiki=955e758e8fc4da9c7e22b8b8553ae966]Tamraght[/wiki] and the hippy surfing village of [wiki=89c0386a70d89e7c94b15ac66cba35e8]Taghazout[/wiki] only about 15 km away. You can get to these towns using the Zetrap bus line: 60 and 'RATAG' bus line: 12 that leave from the center of [wiki=287d0c92e2c4a9390888a93ed0b03fe9]Agadir[/wiki]. Bus Number 32 runs every 20 minutes or so north on Boulevard Mohammend V (12 Dh).
*[wiki=71de5cc09d71235628d9d0e9d2ea2d3e]Imouzzer[/wiki] with its famous cascades is located about 60km northeast of Agadir, this is a journey through the oasis of Paradise Valley, before heading up steep mountainous roads to this traditional Berber hamlet.
* Legzira Beach Located about 3 Hours south Agadir, This uncrowded beach is a sand bar end that extends between the ocean and cliffs in a very special color, tan / red.
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