Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque: Private Guide

Hassan II Mosque, the Habous Quarter, and a rooftop meal overlooking the old medina

A private city tour of Casablanca lasting four to five hours, with hotel or cruise port pickup and a multilingual driver-guide who takes you to the Hassan II Mosque, Habous Quarter, Mohammed V Square, Notre Dame de Lourdes Church, and the Central Market. Interior mosque tickets and a traditional Moroccan lunch at Dar El Kaid restaurant are optional add-ons. The tour itself includes bottled water and air-conditioned transport.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Hassan II Mosque1h 30m
2. La Cornichepass by
3. Notre Dame de Lourdes Church15m
4. Habous Quarter1h 30m
5. Mohammed V Square15m
6. United Nations Squarepass by
7. Casablanca Central Marketpass by

Casablanca city highlights tour

• Visit Hassan II Mosque exterior
• Photo stop at iconic establishment
• Stroll along Corniche Ain Diab
• See Casablanca's main public beach
• Visit Notre Dame de Lourdes Church
• Explore Habous Quarter alleys
• Visit Mohammed V Square
• Walk through United Nations Square
• Experience Casablanca Central Market
• Return to original pickup point

The experience

Your driver picks you up from your hotel or cruise port and takes you first to the Hassan II Mosque, the tallest mosque in Africa, set on the Atlantic coast. You see the exterior and its oceanfront setting. If you want to step inside, interior tickets can be arranged in advance. From there the route moves through the Corniche Ain Diab, a stretch of coastline with ocean views and the El Hank Lighthouse, then past the public beach where locals swim and relax.

The tour stops at Notre Dame de Lourdes Church, a modern cathedral with towering stained-glass walls and a grotto outside. You walk through the Habous Quarter, a neighborhood built during the French colonial period that mixes Moroccan and French architecture: narrow, lively alleys where you can pause for traditional mint tea and local sweets if you choose. Mohammed V Square comes next, the administrative heart of the city surrounded by Moorish and Art Deco buildings, where you have time to photograph and feed the pigeons that gather there.

The route includes a stop at Dar El Kaid, a historic restaurant in the medina where you can climb to the rooftop for panoramic views of the old quarters. Lunch here is optional and not included in the tour price. You also pass through United Nations Square, a busy plaza mixing modern and traditional architecture with shops and street life, and the Central Market, where you can see how locals shop and move through the city. Your driver returns you to your original pickup point or drops you elsewhere in Casablanca if you prefer.

The itinerary is flexible. You can adjust timing, add a stop, or spend more time at a site that interests you. The driver speaks English, French, or Arabic depending on your preference, and the vehicle is air-conditioned with bottled water provided throughout.

What’s included

• Private driver-guide in your choice of English, French or Arabic.
• air-conditioned vehicle and private transport throughout.
• hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off within Casablanca.
• bottled water during the tour.
• stops at Hassan II Mosque (exterior), the Corniche, Notre Dame de Lourdes Church, the Habous Quarter, Mohammed V Square, United Nations Square, and the Central Market.
• rooftop access at Dar El Kaid restaurant in the medina for panoramic views.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private tour without ticketsGuide in English, French or Arabic · 7 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 13:30Pickup is included in Casablanca: a private driver/guide is at your disposal

Private tour with ticketsGuide in English, French or Arabic · 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 and 13:30Pickup is included, and the driver/guide is at your disposal in Casablanca

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 13:30

GroupUp to 17

Live guideEnglish, French and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 15

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by carresa.com

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you're arriving by cruise ship or have a few hours between other plans: the private pickup from port or hotel and flexible itinerary mean you don't build the day yourself, and the driver adjusts timing and stops to fit what interests you most. If you want to see the interior of the Hassan II Mosque or eat lunch at the rooftop restaurant, book those as add-ons when you reserve.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can I visit the inside of the Hassan II Mosque on this tour?

Interior entry to the Hassan II Mosque is optional and requires advance tickets arranged before the tour. The exterior visit is included. Interior access depends on your preference and availability at the time of booking.

What is the Habous Quarter like to walk through?

The Habous Quarter is a neighborhood of narrow, lively alleys built during the French colonial era, blending Moroccan tradition with French architectural influence. You wander at your own pace through the authentic streets. Optional stops for mint tea and local sweets can be arranged.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. The tour stops at Dar El Kaid restaurant in the medina, where you can order a traditional Moroccan meal from the rooftop if you wish, but it is optional and paid separately.

What happens if I'm arriving on a cruise ship? Can you pick me up from the port?

Yes, pickup from the cruise port is included. The tour is designed for cruise passengers with limited time in port, and your driver will meet you at arrivals and return you to the ship in time for departure.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs four to five hours depending on how long you spend at each stop and whether you add optional activities like lunch or interior mosque entry. The itinerary is flexible, so you can adjust the pace to suit your schedule.