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City guide · Morocco

Casablanca

Morocco's largest city, a striking coastal mosque, and mostly the country's main entry point rather than its highlight.

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Hassan II Mosque · Art Deco architecture · Gateway city · Atlantic coastline

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeMohammed V SquareExplore →
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Mohammed V Square

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The administrative heart of French colonial Casablanca, this grand square is ringed by early 20th-century Mauresque-style government buildings and centered on a large fountain where flocks of pigeons gather.

02What to seeOld MedinaExplore →
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Old Medina

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Smaller and less touristy than Marrakech's, Casablanca's old medina is a maze of narrow lanes near the port packed with textile stalls, spice shops, and cafes that predate the city's modern French-built downtown.

03What to seeRick's CaféExplore →
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Opened in 2004 by a former American diplomat, this restaurant and piano bar recreates the fictional gin joint from the 1942 film Casablanca, right down to the arched windows and a pianist who'll play "As Time…

04What to seeCorniche Ain DiabExplore →
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Corniche Ain Diab

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This palm-lined seaside boulevard west of downtown is where Casablanca comes to walk, dine, and swim, its beach clubs and cafes stretching along the Atlantic for several miles.

Casablanca: a long avenue of tall palms in Arab League Park
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Casablanca

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Casablanca: fishing boats and gulls in the port with Hassan II Mosque beyond
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a long avenue of tall palms in Arab League Park

fishing boats and gulls in the port with Hassan II Mosque beyond

Month by month

Casablanca, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

April in Casablanca

Casablanca in April. One of the best months to visit Casablanca. Typical daytime highs around 72°F (22°C).

May in Casablanca

Casablanca in May. One of the best months to visit Casablanca. Typical daytime highs around 75°F (24°C).

September in Casablanca

Casablanca in September. One of the best months to visit Casablanca. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).

October in Casablanca

Casablanca in October. One of the best months to visit Casablanca. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Mohammed V International (CMN).

Know before you go

  • The Hassan II Mosque is one of the few in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors, and one of the largest mosques in the world - book a guided tour slot.
  • Most travelers use Casablanca as an arrival/departure point and head to Marrakech, Fes, or Chefchaouen for the classic Morocco trip.
  • The old medina is smaller and less overwhelming than Marrakech's or Fes's - a gentler introduction if it's a first stop.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Casablanca?

The best time to visit Casablanca is Apr–May & Sep–Oct, in Morocco.

Where is Casablanca?

Casablanca is in Morocco. The nearest major airport is Mohammed V International (CMN).

What is Casablanca known for?

Morocco's largest city, a striking coastal mosque, and mostly the country's main entry point rather than its highlight.

More places to explore

Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.

Beyond the city

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