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Casablanca
ℹ️Practical info — Casablanca
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- The Hassan II Mosque is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslims; check the exact tour times in advance.
- Avoid the notorious traffic jams by using the modern and efficient Casa Tramway.
- Petit taxis are red. Always insist that the driver turns on the meter before you set off.
- The Corniche (Ain Diab) is well-suited for an evening stroll, but avoid weekend afternoons if you dislike crowds.
- While it's a modern business hub, standard Moroccan modesty in dress is still appreciated away from the beach clubs.
🍽 Food
Head to the Central Market or restaurants near the port for the daily catch.
A sweet and savory pie filled with poultry and almonds.
Enjoy a glass in one of the historic downtown cafes with Art Deco architecture.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A great place for traditional crafts, books, and olives without the old medina's hassle.
Great for buying fresh food, spices, and experiencing local daily life.
For modern shopping, this massive mall on the coast features both international and local brands.
The city's largest public park, offering a calm green space away from the traffic.
The vast square outside the mosque is particularly peaceful at dawn.
Water temperature…
Casablanca, historically known as Anfa and locally as Dar al-Beida, is the largest city in Morocco and the nation's primary economic and industrial hub. Situated along the Atlantic coastline, it transformed from a small port into a major metropolis during the French protectorate in the early 20th century. The city's most iconic landmark is the Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, which features a 210-meter-high minaret and stands partly over the ocean. Casablanca's urban landscape is a unique fusion of traditional Moorish elements, French Art Deco architecture, and sleek modern skyscrapers like the Casablanca Twin Center. As the financial capital of Morocco, it hosts the Casablanca Finance City, a strategic center for international business and investment in Africa. In 1943, the city gained worldwide fame as the site of the Casablanca Conference, where Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill coordinated Allied strategy for World War II. Today, it remains a bustling, cosmopolitan city that balances its historical roots in the Old Medina with the modern energy of the Corniche and high-end commercial districts. Its artificial port is one of the largest in the world, playing a critical role in Morocco's international trade.
- Location: Morocco
- Top sights: Église orthodoxe russe de la Dormition · Parc du Vélodrome · This traditional market
- Nearby: Errahma (12 km)
- Population: ~3.665.954 (2026)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Oct.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 14 |
| Rain mm | 56 | 48 | 54 | 36 | 21 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 49 | 98 | 62 |
Geography
Facts
- The Hassan II Mosque can accommodate 105,000 worshippers in total.
- The mosque's minaret stands at a height of precisely 210 meters.
- The historic Casablanca Conference between Roosevelt and Churchill took place in 1943.
- Casablanca is Morocco's largest city with over 3.5 million residents.
- The city's port is one of the world's largest artificial harbor structures.
- The Casablanca Twin Center consists of two skyscrapers reaching 115 meters.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Our morning begins at the vibrant United Nations Square, the bustling heart of Casablanca. Midday is spent at the Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation to immerse ourselves in magnificent Moroccan art history. In the afternoon, the Parc de la Ligue Arabe offers a peaceful, palm-shaded oasis for a relaxing stroll. We spend the evening exploring contemporary exhibits at Villa des Arts and admiring the iconic Twin Center.
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Arab League Park
Villa des Arts
Twin Center
Morning starts at UN Square, where Art Deco facades glisten in the rain. We quickly retreat into dry museum galleries. At noon, the Slaoui Foundation provides perfect shelter from showers. The park visit is shorter, though trees offer some cover. In the afternoon, we explore Villa des Arts. In the evening, we enjoy the view of the wet city from the dry Twin Center towers.
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Arab League Park
Villa des Arts
Twin Center
The winter morning is cool but often sunny. We start at UN Square, enjoying the mild breeze. At noon, we warm up in the well-heated museum galleries. In the park, the air is refreshingly clean. Since the sun sets around 17:00, we visit Villa des Arts earlier. We spend the evening among the illuminated Twin Center towers.
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Arab League Park
Villa des Arts
Twin Center
The morning cycling tour kicks off at the Attarik Foundation with its fascinating science exhibits. By midday, we pedal to the beautiful Beth El Synagogue and onwards to the lively United Nations Square. During the afternoon, we enjoy a cultural break at the Abderrahman Slaoui Museum and discover the Russian Orthodox Church. Evening arrives as we unwind gently in the lush, green pathways of Murdoch Park.
Attarik Foundation
Beth El Synagogue
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Murdoch Park
Cycling in the rain requires caution on Casablanca's slippery roads. We start at the Attarik Foundation, using museums as stops. At noon, we head to Beth El Synagogue. UN Square and the Slaoui Foundation provide shelter from showers. The Russian church is a quiet hideout before ending the tour in the damp Murdoch Park.
Attarik Foundation
Beth El Synagogue
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Murdoch Park
Winter cycling in Casablanca is refreshing at a cool 15 degrees. In the morning, we start at Attarik Foundation. The route to Beth El Synagogue keeps us moving. At noon, UN Square is lively, and museums offer cozy breaks. Since it gets dark at 17:00, we end the tour early in Murdoch Park for safety.
Attarik Foundation
Beth El Synagogue
United Nations Square
Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Murdoch Park
Morning exploration by car starts at the Mohammed VI Theater, then we drive to the lush Murdoch Park. Midday is spent marveling at the unique Russian Orthodox Church and starting our art tour at Galerie Nadar. The afternoon is dedicated to art and nature, visiting Parc du Vélodrome, L'Atelier 21, and the Loft Art Gallery. We spend the evening admiring the elegant decorations at the stunning Beth El Synagogue.
Mohammed VI Theater
Murdoch Park
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Galerie Nadar
Parc du Vélodrome
L'Atelier 21
Loft Art Gallery
Beth El Synagogue
By car, you are well-protected from rain in Casablanca, but expect traffic jams. We start at Mohammed VI Theater. At noon, we visit Murdoch Park between showers. Museums like Galerie Nadar offer ideal indoor stops. We spend the afternoon at L'Atelier 21 and Loft galleries. In the evening, we drive comfortably to Beth El Synagogue.
Mohammed VI Theater
Murdoch Park
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Galerie Nadar
Parc du Vélodrome
L'Atelier 21
Loft Art Gallery
Beth El Synagogue
Exploring Casablanca in winter by car is very comfortable thanks to the mild temperatures. We start at Mohammed VI Theater in the clear morning light. At noon, we take breaks in the parks while the winter sun warms. Museums and galleries offer pleasant retreats in the afternoon. Since it gets dark at 17:00, we enjoy the illuminated city en route to the synagogue.
Mohammed VI Theater
Murdoch Park
Russian Orthodox Church of the Dormition
Galerie Nadar
Parc du Vélodrome
L'Atelier 21
Loft Art Gallery
Beth El Synagogue
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