Getting Around in Agadir

Getting Your Bearings

Agadir isn't really a large city. It's also, and above all, a city rebuilt just a few decades ago with urban planning that has little in common with what you'll find elsewhere in Morocco. In short, you can generally find your way around without too much difficulty, using the bay to the west and the long Mohammed V Avenue, which runs through the city from northwest to southeast, as landmarks.

Transport

Car

While a car is rarely the ideal way to get around in an urban area, driving in Agadir is far less challenging than in most other cities in the country. Parking is relatively easy, and public car parks (a few dirhams per day) are quite numerous. You can rent a vehicle in the city or at the airport, where both major brands and local rental companies are plentiful.

Bus

The Alsa company manages Agadir's urban bus network. It's fairly modern and comprehensive, allowing you to reach the airport via Inezgane or the beaches of Taghazout (line 32), among other destinations. Tickets are purchased on board and typically cost 3 or 4 Dh per trip. That said, if you're traveling in a group, a taxi may be more convenient and faster for getting around the city.

Taxis

As is the case throughout the country, "petit taxis" (small taxis) only operate within the city, unlike "grand taxis" (large taxis), which cover longer distances. You'll need to use a grand taxi if you want to leave Agadir.

Urban taxis are normally metered, and their fares remain very competitive, though they increase by 50% at night. When traveling in a group, they often work out cheaper than buses. Try to have exact change and a small tip ready—around 10%—upon arrival.

Two Wheels

Bicycle

Though demand isn't high, there are a few bicycle rental shops in central Agadir. Expect to pay around a hundred dirhams per day (about 9 or 10 €).

Scooter

You can also find scooters and small motorbikes for rent, which are a good alternative to a car for exploring the area around Agadir.

On Foot

Central Agadir is flat, with pleasant and safe streets that make walking easy. Since temperatures are less stifling here than elsewhere in summer, you can stroll around comfortably. Of course, you might still want to take a taxi or, occasionally, a bus to reach more outlying sites.