Map locating Agadir Morocco

Agadir is the number one tourist centre in Morocco. 

With that comes the “touristy feel” but one of its best featue is the year round sun. For Example, In January the average midday temperature is 68°F, the sun shines for 300 days of the year. If you are looking for a great beach vacation Agadir is a great affordable place to visit and relax.

Agadir is located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean, near the foot of the Atlas Mountains, just north of the point where the Souss River flows into the ocean.

Agadir is an important fishing and commercial port, and the first sardine port in the world. Because of its large buildings, wide roads, modern hotels, and European-style cafés, Agadir is not a typical city of traditional Morocco, but it is a modern, busy and dynamic town.

Agadir is famous for its sea food and agriculture.

Things to DO in Adadir:

Beaches

The main attraction of this popular tourist resort, Agadirs’ sandy beach stretches for 10km along the coastline of the Atlantic. As well as relaxing and perfecting ones’ tan on the golden sands, other activities to enjoy here include water sports such as pedalos, jet skis and wind-surfing.

Surfing
The coastline around Agadir offers excellent conditions for surfing, thanks to the trade winds that blow along the ocean, and the warm sheltered waters. There are spots up and down the coast that offer facilities for all level of surfer, with the fishing village of Taghazout being one of the most popular surfing centres.

Camel riding

Camel rides offered in the Agadir resort.  Choose from a short walk up and down the beach, or a scenic sunrise or sunset trek.

Desert safaris
Take a safari adventure to the exotic dunes of the Sahara Desert, for a truly unforgettable experience.

Markets
Agadir is home to its own weekly market at Suq al-Had. Stalls sell everything from leather and clothing,  herbs, spices, to locally-made goods and crafts.