What to see and do in Agadir - Part 7

SHOPPING

Agadir will cater for your every shopping need, whether it is bartering in the souk or ambling in the air-conditioned luxury of the stores in the new town. It does not matter if you want hand crafted ceramics, leather garments, carved figurines or spices for that tagine. Just be sure to have hard cash and to never accept the first price.

In the new town the main shopping is all around the Boulevard Hassan II and Avenue du Prince Moulay Abdullah. Here you will find numerous boutiques and department stores selling a range of fashion items, as well as souvenir shops selling all manner of Moroccan trinkets and charms. However, for the authentic Moroccan shopping experience, you need to head for the walled Souk al-Had. Here you can wander around the winding alleys, breathe in the sights, sounds and smells of this marketplace. You will find farmers selling their freshly grown produce, spices that are finely sculpted into pyramids, metalwork that has been skilfully made into the most ornate lanterns and an array of other curiosities and oddities. All of this is just waiting to be seen in the alleys of the souk.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you’re looking to relax, soak up the sun and be pampered or if you want to fill your days and nights with adventures then Agadir is a great holiday location. Most of the midrange and top class hotels are located by the sea but there are also options for the traveller on a tighter budget.

Hotel Riu Tikida

Hotel Riu Tikida has 233 rooms set in landscaped gardens with direct access to the beach. They offer all-inclusive accommodation options and some of its features are a children' s club, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness facility.

Hotel Tiznine

Hotel Tiznine is centrally located and popular among independent travellers. The beach is a 20 minute walk away.

Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa

Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa is a 5-star Moroccan inspired luxury hotel right by the Atlantic Ocean. It features its own private beach, 2 swimming pools, 3 restaurants, a tennis court plus many other luxury facilities.

Riad Villa Blanche

Riad Villa Blanche is a boutique hotel with 28 elegant rooms. The atmosphere there is relaxed and inviting and if you get tired of being laidback then you can try some of the activities they offer which include water sports and golf, excursions.

Hotel Kamal

Hotel Kamal is a 3-star hotel with a very central location on a main boulevard. This make spontaneous shopping trips and restaurant excursions easy. If you ask in advance, you might be able to get a room with a view over the pool, or a balcony.

Continued in part 8