Tourist Information for Agadir, Morocco

Situated on the pristine Atlantic Ocean coastline, Agadir is Southern Morocco's most visited city. Agadir was almost completely destroyed by an earthquake on February 29, 1960, and had to be practically rebuilt, according to the Morocco Channel. During the rebuild, Agadir was transformed into a resort city featuring white-sand beaches and modern hotels.
  1. Accommodations

    • Europeans are known to flock to the resort city during winter months, Christmas and New Years, which spikes up hotel and resort rates. If you are looking for cheap accommodations, you should search toward the city center as the beach-front area offers more expensive accommodations.

    Beaches

    • The main attraction in Agadir is the beach. If you are looking for adventure, you can ride horses and camels, quad bikes, beach buggies or jet skis on the beach. If you would rather lay low and relax, you can rent sun beds and umbrellas.

    Things to Do

    • The family-friendly Valley of the Birds offers an aviary, zoo, playground and waterfall. The park is open year round.

      Another great family-friendly attraction is the Jardim de Oihao, which features a charming outdoor area with a Berber Style garden and playground. Dine in the cute café-restaurant and view local artwork in the small gallery.

      To fully understand the destruction of the earthquake that shook Agadir in 1960, visit the Ancienne Talborjt. The shrine was built in memory of over 15,000 people killed in the earthquake. A small mosque and a memorial garden are open to visitors.

    Transportation

    • Several taxis and buses run throughout the city of Agadir to include the beach area. The rates are relatively inexpensive, according to the Morocco Channel.

      The Petit Train d'Agadir is a quaint tourist train that makes a 40-minute loop around Agadir and only stops at tourist attractions. Catch this train on Boulevard du 20 Aout at the bottom of the Valley of the Birds, according to Hotel Travel.

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