Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque & Rick's Café City Tour

Casablanca's Landmarks in One Day, from Ocean to Medina

You visit Hassan II Mosque (exterior, with optional entry), Rick's Café, the Corniche seafront, Habous Quarter, Mohammed V Square, the Old Medina, and the Cathedral. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle and a multilingual driver-guide. Optional stops like tea in the Habous Quarter and mosque entry tickets can be arranged in advance.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Hassan II Mosque1h 30m
2. La Cornichepass by
3. Mohammed V Square15m
4. Casablanca Central Marketpass by
5. United Nations Squarepass by

Casablanca city highlights tour

• Visit Hassan II Mosque exterior
• Photo stop at Rick's Café
• Stroll along Corniche Ain Diab
• See El Hank Lighthouse and neighborhoods
• Visit Casablanca Cathedral exterior
• Explore Habous Square alleys
• Free time at Mohammed V Square
• Wander Old Medina markets
• Return to pickup location

The experience

Most visitors arrive in Casablanca thinking they know the city from a film, then realize the real place is entirely different. The Hassan II Mosque isn't just a photo backdrop. It's a working mosque on the Atlantic coast, and you see it first, from the outside, its minaret rising 210 meters above the water. If you want to step inside, entry tickets can be arranged in advance. Otherwise, the exterior alone is worth the stop. After that, you head to Rick's Café, the place that inspired the movie, now a restaurant where tourists and locals sit side by side at small tables. You can photograph the outside freely, and if you want a table inside, a reservation works best. Your guide can help set that up.

From there, the day opens up. You walk along La Corniche Ain Diab, the seafront strip where Casablanca's 6.5 million people come to breathe, and you get free time to stand at the railing and watch the Atlantic. The guide points out the El Hank Lighthouse and the neighborhoods of Anfa and Maarif, where Art Deco buildings sit next to Moorish arches, and you start to see what the city actually is, not one thing, but layers. Then comes the Habous Quarter, the "New Medina" built during the French colonial period, and if you want to stop for Moroccan tea and traditional sweets, that's optional, but it's the kind of moment that sticks with you.

Mohammed V Square is the heart of it all: surrounded by elegant buildings, pigeons everywhere, and locals feeding them like it's a ritual. You have time to wander, take photos, sit if you want. After that, the Old Medina, the actual maze of the city, with the Central Market packed with people and color and the smell of spices and leather. It's crowded and loud and exactly what you came for. The Cathedral, with its stained-glass walls and the grotto outside, is a quiet break before you head back. Your driver returns you to your hotel, or drops you somewhere else in the city if you prefer. The whole day is flexible that way.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off (or alternative location drop-off if you prefer), an air-conditioned vehicle, and a multilingual driver-guide.
• The tour covers Hassan II Mosque (exterior visit), Rick's Café (outside photos), La Corniche, Habous Quarter, Mohammed V Square, the Old Medina, and the Cathedral.
• Optional additions (mosque entry tickets and Moroccan tea and sweets in the Habous Quarter) can be arranged in advance with your guide.

Options for this experience

4 options

Group tour without mosque ticketGuide in English · 08:30, 09:30 and 13:30Group tour without mosque ticket: A shared city tour of Casablanca led by a professional guide. The Hassan II Mosque ticket is not included. Includes pickup

Private tour without mosque ticketGuide in English, French or Arabic · 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 and 13:30Private tour without mosque ticket: Enjoy a private city tour of Casablanca with your own professional guide. The Hassan II Mosque ticket is not included. Includes pickup

Tour for a group, including the mosque entry ticketGuide in English · 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 and 13:30Group tour with ticket included: Join our shared city tour of Casablanca with a professional guide. The Hassan II Mosque admission ticket is included. Includes pickup

Private tour with mosque ticketGuide in English, French or Arabic · 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 and 13:30Private tour with mosque ticket: Enjoy a private city tour of Casablanca with a dedicated guide and vehicle. The Hassan II Mosque admission ticket is included. Includes pickup

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 dayDepartures at 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 and 13:30

GroupUp to 15

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TRIP SAFE

Is this one for you?A good fit if you want to see Casablanca's main landmarks in one day without arranging transport or navigating between stops yourself. The tour moves at a relaxed pace with free time at each location, so you're not rushed, and the driver handles all the logistics, including helping arrange optional reservations at Rick's Café or entry tickets to the mosque if you want them.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can I go inside Hassan II Mosque?

Yes, entry tickets can be arranged in advance. The tour includes an exterior visit by default. Interior access depends on your preference and availability.

Is Rick's Café included in the tour?

The tour stops at Rick's Café for photos outside. If you want to sit inside, a reservation is required and should be arranged with your guide in advance.

How long is the full Casablanca city tour?

The itinerary covers multiple landmarks across the city. Exact duration depends on traffic and how much time you spend at each stop, but plan for a full day.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off within Casablanca are included. You can also request a different drop-off location if preferred.

What if I want to skip the Old Medina or another stop?

The tour is customizable. Let your guide know your preferences, and adjustments can be made if possible.

Is the tour suitable for children and infants?

Yes. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and small children must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

Can I buy tea and sweets in the Habous Quarter?

Yes, there is an optional stop where you can purchase Moroccan tea and traditional sweets. This is not included in the base tour but can be added.

Is the vehicle air-conditioned?

Yes, the tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle for your comfort throughout the day.