Agadir: Guided city tour with Kasbah, souk & argan oil visit

Summary

Wander Agadir’s Kasbah, souks & hidden corners with a local

You’ll taste fresh argan oil straight from a local factory, gaze over Agadir from its ancient Kasbah ruins with your guide sharing stories, and wander through Souk El Had’s lively stalls—all with easy hotel pickup and drop-off. Expect real moments of connection and color you’ll remember long after you leave Morocco.

What’s the experience like?

Hands dusted with the faintest gold from argan nuts, our guide Youssef grinned as he handed me a tiny spoonful of the oil—nutty and warm, almost sweet. I’d never tasted anything quite like it. We’d just watched the women at the cooperative grind and press the kernels by hand, their laughter mixing with the low hum of conversation in Tamazight. The air smelled like roasted almonds and something floral I couldn’t place. I tried to say “thank you” in Arabic—Youssef chuckled and corrected me gently, which honestly made me like him more.

Earlier, we’d wound up the steep road to Agadir Oufella—the old Kasbah ruins perched above the city. The wind was sharper up there, carrying salt from the Atlantic below. You could see all of Agadir stretched out: white buildings, fishing boats clustered by the port, and that huge hillside inscription catching the morning sun. Youssef pointed out where the old town once stood before the earthquake—he got quiet for a second, tracing invisible lines in the air where streets used to run. It felt respectful somehow to stand there in silence for a moment.

The Mohammed V Mosque was next—just from outside (I didn’t realize non-Muslims can’t go in). Still, those carved doors and geometric tiles were something else; I found myself staring at patterns until Youssef nudged us along toward Souk El Had. That place is chaos in a good way: oranges stacked high, shouts from every direction, spices making my nose itch. I haggled badly for some dates (pretty sure I overpaid), but nobody seemed to mind much. There’s this rhythm to shopping here that’s half social ritual, half sport—you just sort of get swept along.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Agadir Highlights Tour

• Visit Kasbah Oufella fortress and enjoy sea view
• Explore exterior of Mohammed V Mosque
• Tour Argan oil factory and learn about production
• Free time at Souk El Had market

Top questions

How long does this guided tour in Agadir last?

The guided tour lasts about 3 hours.

Is hotel pickup included for this Agadir city tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Will we visit inside Mohammed V Mosque?

No, you will visit only the exterior of Mohammed V Mosque.

Is this Agadir tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

What markets do we visit on this tour?

You’ll have free time to explore Souk El Had market.

Do we see how argan oil is made on this tour?

Yes, you’ll visit an argan oil factory and watch how it’s produced.

Are infants or small children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants can join and prams or strollers are welcome.

What’s included

Your experience includes visits as described with a friendly local guide and driver, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle that’s fully wheelchair accessible if needed, plus hotel pickup and drop-off so you won’t need to worry about logistics along the way.