Stories & guides
Itineraries, the Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco walks, what to eat, Rick’s Café, day trips and how to get from the airport to the city.
ItinerariesA one-day plan for Casablanca: a morning tour of the Hassan II Mosque, the Old Medina and the Art Deco streets, the Habous quarter and a sunset on the Corniche.
ItinerariesA three-day plan for Casablanca and Rabat: the mosque and the medina, the Art Deco streets and the Habous, then a day in Morocco’s capital by train.
SightsHow to visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca: how the guided tours work, what you will see inside, what to wear and the best time to go.
SightsCasablanca has one of the world’s great collections of Art Deco buildings. Here is a self-guided walk from the Central Market along Boulevard Mohammed V to Mohammed V Square.
FoodFrom seafood at the Central Market to tagines, couscous and almond pastries in the Habous, here are the dishes to try in Casablanca and where to find them.
Day tripsA day trip to El Jadida: the Portuguese City of Mazagan, its flooded cistern and sea walls, with a stop in the riverside town of Azemmour, and how to get there.
PracticalHow to get from Mohammed V International Airport to Casablanca: the airport train, taxis and pre-booked transfers, with times, tips and which option to choose.
CultureThe 1942 film was shot in California, and the Rick’s Café you can visit in Casablanca opened in 2004. Here is the true story, and how to plan an evening there.