Agadir means a wide sandy bay, a hill crowned by its kasbah, a huge souk, and all around, the surfers' ocean and the Atlas mountains. Here are fifteen ideas to fill your days, with travel times from Riad Asmaa.
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Ideas
Crocoparc, 12 km
Nearest
22 km
Airport
All year
Season
Agadir at a glance
Rebuilt after the 1960 earthquake, Agadir is a modern, bright city facing its long beach. Its real charm lies in what surrounds it: the Taghazout coast, the palm groves of the Atlas and the walled towns of the Souss.
Riad Asmaa is 15 km east of the city, in the foothills of the High Atlas: you can alternate a day in town or by the ocean with a quiet day by the pool.
In town
Approximate driving times from the riad.
1. The beach and promenade
About 35 min
The wide sandy bay and its seafront promenade, for walking, summer swimming or watching the sunset.
2. The Kasbah of Agadir Oufella
About 40 min
The city's viewpoint, on its hill. The cable car climbs 1.7 km in 6 minutes, with the bay at your feet.
Read the article3. Souk El Had
About 30 min
Agadir's great market: thousands of stalls of fruit, spices, argan and crafts. Closed on Mondays.
Read the article4. The marina
About 35 min
Yachts, cafés and restaurants below the kasbah: a pleasant stop at the end of the day.
5. The Médina of Agadir
18 km
A medina rebuilt by architect Coco Polizzi using traditional techniques: stone, earth, lime and thuya wood.
6. Crocoparc
12 km
In Drarga, more than 300 Nile crocodiles among botanical gardens. A family favourite, and the closest outing to the riad.
Ocean, nature and sport
For days in the open air.
7. Taghazout and surfing
About 50 min
Morocco's most famous surf village, with its blue boats and terraces facing the ocean. Lessons for every level.
Read the article8. Paradise Valley
45 min to 1 h
A palm-filled gorge with natural pools for swimming from April to October.
Read the article9. Hiking around the riad
On foot
Mule tracks and trails starting from the riad, among flocks and wide views.
Read the article10. Golf
30 to 50 min
Five courses open to the public, including Royal Golf d'Agadir 15 km from the riad.
Read the article11. Souss-Massa National Park
About 1 h 25
Dunes, a river mouth and migrating birds in winter, including the critically endangered northern bald ibis.
Day trips
The riad arranges these outings with a licensed tourist transport agency, with an optional guide.
12. Taroudant
65 km
The little Marrakech: ochre ramparts, souks and tanneries, without the crowds.
Read the article13. Tafraout
About 3 h
The pink granite of the Anti-Atlas, the Ammeln valley and almond blossom in February.
Read the article14. Sidi Ifni
About 3 h
A former Spanish Art Deco town by the ocean, with Legzira beach close by.
Read the article15. Essaouira
3 h to 3 h 30
The UNESCO-listed white and blue medina, its fishing port and its windswept ramparts.
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How many days to plan
Three or four days are enough for the city, the kasbah, the souk and a day by the ocean. With a week, add Paradise Valley, one or two day trips and rest days at the riad.
You can come all year: winter is mild and sunny, ideal for golf and hiking, while summer is made for the beach and the pools of Paradise Valley.
Frequently asked questions
What can I do in Agadir in one day?
Souk El Had in the morning (closed on Mondays), then the Kasbah of Agadir Oufella by cable car, and the end of the day on the beach promenade or at the marina.
What is there to do in Agadir with children?
Crocoparc, 12 km from the riad, the beach, the kasbah cable car and swimming in the pools of Paradise Valley from April to October.
Which day trips can I take from Agadir?
Taghazout, Paradise Valley, Taroudant, Tafraout, Sidi Ifni and Essaouira. The riad arranges them with a licensed tourist transport agency, with an optional guide.
How far is Riad Asmaa from Agadir?
15 km east of the city, about 25 minutes by car from the centre or the airport. A transfer can be arranged on request.
When is the best time to visit Agadir?
All year. Winter is mild (around 21 °C in the afternoon in January), summer is warmer and ideal for the beach.
