Casablanca
Casablanca is where many people land. It's a modern working city more than a sightseeing one — but the Hassan II Mosque, built out over the ocean, is worth the stop on its own.
What stands out
Why this place stays with people
- Hassan II Mosque (open to visitors)
- The Corniche
- Art deco downtown
- Mohammed V airport arrivals
Best time to go
Mild all year thanks to the ocean.
From the driver's seat
I often start or finish trips here. A few hours is usually enough before heading north or south.
Visitor guide
Your guide to Casablanca
How long to stay
Half a day.
Getting there
Morocco's main international airport.
Worth seeing
- The Hassan II Mosque
- The ocean Corniche
- The Habous quarter
- The Art Deco buildings in the city centre
Good to know
- The mosque is open to visitors on guided tours at set times, outside prayer times.
- Dress modestly for the mosque.
- It's the main airport, so it's a natural start or finish.
Routes through here
Ways to make it part of the trip
5 Days · 4 Nights5-Day Morocco Coast Tour: Marrakech to Casablanca
Argan, Oysters and the Atlantic$690–$940 per person · accommodation included
6 Days · 5 Nights6-Day Imperial Cities Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech
The Imperial Spine$850–$1150 per person · accommodation included
7 Days · 6 Nights7-Day Morocco Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech
Imperial Cities and Sahara$980–$1320 per person · accommodation includedCasablanca, your way
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