Rabat half-day tour from Casablanca: Hassan Tower & Kasbah

Six hours to see Rabat's royal landmarks and blue-and-white kasbah streets

A private half-day tour from Casablanca to Rabat covers the Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, Kasbah of the Udayas and Old Medina in a single morning or afternoon. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide, explore the 12th-century minaret and white marble mausoleum, walk the narrow painted streets of the kasbah, and browse the artisanal markets of the medina before returning to Casablanca.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hassan Tower45m
2. Mausoleum of Mohammed V30m

Half-day tour of Rabat highlights

• Depart Casablanca by private vehicle
• Visit the Royal Palace surroundings
• Explore Hassan Tower
• See Mausoleum of Mohammed V
• Tour Kasbah of the Udayas
• Walk through Old Medina of Rabat
• Return to Casablanca

The experience

How much of Rabat can you actually see in a half day from Casablanca? Enough to understand why it's the capital. The Hassan Tower, a 12th-century minaret that never finished its mosque, rises above the riverbank as one of Morocco's most recognizable landmarks. Next to it stands the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a white marble structure with intricate mosaics and carvings that holds the final resting place of King Mohammed V and his sons. The Royal Palace grounds frame both, though you'll explore the gardens and architecture from outside rather than enter the palace itself.

The Kasbah of the Udayas is where the tour shifts from monuments to streets. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a fortified city with narrow passages painted in white and blue, Andalusian Gardens tucked inside, and views out across the Atlantic and the Bou Regreg River. From there you move into the Old Medina, where the energy changes again: shops selling artisanal crafts, spices and local goods fill the bustling streets, and the rhythm is the rhythm of a working Moroccan market, not a museum display.

Travel happens in a private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi, cold water and soft drinks on board. The extra three hours built into the six-hour total covers the 1.5-hour drive each way between Casablanca and Rabat. A professional licensed guide travels with you and delivers commentary in English, French or Arabic, depending on which you choose at booking. Pickup and drop-off happen at your Casablanca hotel or port, and entrance fees to the attractions are included.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from your Casablanca hotel or port.
• private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi.
• unlimited cold mineral water and soft drinks.
• entrance fees to all included attractions.
• professional licensed guide in English, French or Arabic.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 14:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (3 to 17 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

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.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by TOP TRIP MOROCCO

Is this one for you?Choose the morning departure if you want to explore Rabat's monuments and markets before the afternoon heat, or the afternoon slot if you prefer to start later in your Casablanca day. The guide speaks English, French or Arabic, so pick the language that matches your comfort level.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 17 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is the Hassan Tower and why is it important?

The Hassan Tower is a 12th-century minaret that stands as one of Rabat's most iconic landmarks. It was built as part of an unfinished mosque project and represents a significant piece of Morocco's architectural and historical heritage. You'll see it and learn its story as part of the tour.

Can I actually go inside the Royal Palace?

The Royal Palace is the King's official residence and is not open to visitors. The tour includes exploring the beautiful gardens and impressive architecture surrounding the palace, so you'll see and photograph the exterior and grounds.

What is the Kasbah of the Udayas like to walk through?

The Kasbah of the Udayas is a fortified city with narrow streets painted in white and blue, Andalusian Gardens inside its walls, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Bou Regreg River. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you wander on foot through the historic streets and take in the views.

Is there time to shop or eat in the Old Medina?

The tour includes time to explore the Old Medina, where you can browse artisanal crafts, spices and local goods in the traditional markets. The pace is built around seeing the key sites, so shopping and eating are at your own pace and expense during the time allocated there.

How much of the six hours is actually driving?

The tour is six hours total, and three of those hours cover the 1.5-hour drive each way between Casablanca and Rabat. That leaves roughly three hours for exploring the attractions and the medina on foot.