Casablanca city tour: Hassan II Mosque & medina visit

Walk the Hassan II Mosque, then the souks and markets where Casablanca's thousand-year story unfolds.

A guided city tour of Casablanca with a bilingual driver and comfortable vehicle, covering the Hassan II Mosque, Rick's Café, La Corniche, the Royal Palace district, United Nations Square, the Habous Quarter, the Central Market and the Old Medina. The itinerary is customizable to match your port time or hotel schedule, and the driver meets cruise passengers inside the port or hotel guests at their accommodation. WiFi and bottled water are included on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hassan II Mosque1h
2. La Corniche30m · entry included
3. Royal Palace of Casablanca20m · entry included
4. United Nations Square20m · entry included
5. Habous Quarter1h · entry included
6. Casablanca Central Market20m · entry included
7. Old Medina of Casablanca1h · entry included

Casablanca city tour highlights

• Visit Hassan II Mosque
• Stop at Rick's Cafe
• Explore La Corniche and beach
• See Royal Palace and golf course
• Visit Sacred Heart Church
• Walk United Nations Square
• Discover Habous Quarter markets
• Visit Casablanca Central Market
• Tour Old Medina of Casablanca

The experience

The Hassan II Mosque opens the tour: the 5th largest mosque in the world, built on the Atlantic coast with architecture that draws visitors inside for a guided look at how the structure came together. From there the route moves through Rick's Café, a recreation inspired by the 1942 film and now a gathering place for artists, then to La Corniche, where private beaches and restaurants face the ocean. The driver knows the city's layers: the Royal Palace district where the 1943 Anfa Conference between Roosevelt and Churchill took place, the art deco Sacred Heart Church built in 1930, and United Nations Square, laid out in 1916 by French architects Henri Prost and Joseph Marrast.

The Habous Quarter brings you to outdoor markets and traditional souks next to another Royal Palace and the Dar El Pasha Court. The Central Market is where the diversity hits hardest: fruit, vegetables, fish and local snacks all crowded into one space. The Old Medina closes the loop: a pedestrian walk through historical monuments, local markets, typical houses and craft shops lining small streets. Your driver speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language, and you can rearrange stops to match your schedule. WiFi on board means you stay connected between sites.

The tour runs five hours and pickup is included. The driver waits inside the cruise port near arrivals or meets you at your hotel. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. You choose between a private tour or a mini-group departure, both leaving from the port or hotel.

What’s included

• Guided visit inside the Hassan II Mosque.
• stops at Rick's Café, La Corniche, the Royal Palace district, United Nations Square, the Habous Quarter, the Central Market and the Old Medina.
• bilingual driver (English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language).
• WiFi on board.
• bottled water.
• hotel or port pickup included.
• customizable itinerary to fit your schedule.

Options for this experience

2 options

Small group pickup from the port or hotelGuide in 5 languages · 07:30, 08:30 and 13:30Vehicle options: van or sedan. Pickup is included

Private tour with pickup from the port or hotelGuide in 5 languages · 07:30, 08:30 and 13:30Vehicle options: van, sedan or SUV. Support from the port: the driver will wait for you inside the port near the cruise terminal. Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:30 and 13:30

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

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Is this one for you?Book the private tour if you're traveling with family or a small group and want the flexibility to linger at markets or skip a stop entirely. The mini-group option works if you're solo or a pair and don't mind sharing the vehicle: same stops, same driver, lower cost.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Russian.

What is the Hassan II Mosque and why is it the first stop?

The Hassan II Mosque is the 5th largest mosque in the world, built on the Atlantic coast with exceptional architecture. The tour includes a guided visit inside so you understand the construction and design of the building before moving on to the rest of the city.

Can I customize the stops if I'm on a tight port schedule?

Yes, the itinerary is customizable. You work with your driver to adjust which sites you visit and how long you spend at each one, so the tour fits your available time whether you're docked for a few hours or staying at a hotel overnight.

What's the difference between the private tour and the mini-group option?

The private tour is just you and your group with the driver. The mini-group shares the vehicle and guide with other travelers. Both options pick up from the cruise port or your hotel and follow the same route through the city.

Does the tour include entry fees to the Hassan II Mosque and other sites?

The tour includes the guided visit inside the Hassan II Mosque. Entry to other stops like Rick's Café, the markets and the medina walk are part of the experience, though some venues may have their own costs depending on what you choose to do there.

Is WiFi really available on the vehicle?

Yes, WiFi is on board throughout the tour, and bottled water is provided. The driver will be waiting for you inside the cruise port or at your hotel at the agreed time.