Casablanca Highlights Including Hassan II Mosque, Quartier Habous, and Ain Diab
by Platinum Morocco Travel
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This guided day trip in Casablanca lasts about four and a half hours and covers key city landmarks by coach with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour begins with a visit to the Church of Notre Dame of Lourdes, notable for its modern architecture and stained glass windows, plus a grotto with a statue of Mary. Next, the group spends an hour at the Hassan II Mosque on the coast, the largest mosque in Africa with the world’s tallest minaret, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The route continues to Place des Nations Unies, a busy public square mixing modern and traditional architecture, followed by a fifteen-minute visit to Marche Central Casablanca. This market, built in 1917 with Neo-Mauresque style, features a large gateway and an octagonal cupola under which fresh seafood including Atlantic fish and oysters is sold. Afterward, the tour includes a guided walking exploration of the Old Medina, where narrow streets lead through souks, mosques, and historic buildings. Additional stops include a brief visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral, an impressive Neo-Gothic Catholic church with colorful stained glass, and an hour in Quartier Habous. This district was built during the French protectorate and is known for its wide pedestrian streets and artisan shops selling ceramics, leather, jewelry, and carpets. Mohamed V Square is next on the itinerary, a lively city center known for its large pigeon population. There is a photo stop at Rick’s Café Casablanca, a restaurant and bar designed to resemble the famous movie set from Casablanca. The tour concludes with about 30 minutes at Ain Diab Corniche, a coastal promenade with sandy beaches and cafes where you can enjoy Moroccan tea. Bottled water and a multilingual driver are provided, but entrance to the Hassan II Mosque is not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Church of Notre Dame of Lourdes
Visit this cathedral known for its modern architecture and extensive stained glass windows that surround the church. Inside, see a grotto with a statue of Mary, decorated with flowers and candles. The stop lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Hassan II Mosque
Spend an hour at the Hassan II Mosque, located on Casablanca’s coast. It is the largest mosque in Morocco and Africa, with the tallest minaret in the world. The mosque overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is recognized for its grand architectural design and spiritual importance.
60 min
Place des Nations Unies
Stop for 15 minutes at this lively public square that combines modern and traditional Moroccan architectural styles. The area is busy with street activity and offers shops and places to eat.
15 min
Marche Central Casablanca
Visit this market built in 1917, featuring Neo-Mauresque architecture with a large gateway and an octagonal cupola. Under the cupola, fresh seafood such as Atlantic fish, shark meat, and oysters are sold. The visit takes about 15 minutes.
15 min
Old Medina of Casablanca
Take a 20-minute guided walk through the Old Medina’s narrow streets. The guide leads you through traditional souks, old mosques, and historic buildings, providing insight into the district’s cultural significance.
20 min
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Stop for 10 minutes at this Neo-Gothic Catholic church in the Anfa district. The basilica features soaring spires and colorful stained glass windows, reflecting Casablanca’s French colonial architecture.
10 min
Quartier Habous
Spend an hour exploring this district built between 1918 and 1955 during the French protectorate. Known for its wide pedestrian streets, the area houses artisans, bookshops, and shops selling ceramics, leather, jewelry, and woven carpets.
60 min
Square of Mohammed V
Stop for 15 minutes at this central city square known for its large population of pigeons and its role as a gathering place in Casablanca.
15 min
Private Photography Session in Casablanca To Capture the joyful moments of your trip
A 15-minute photo stop at Rick’s Café Casablanca, a restaurant and bar designed to replicate the bar featured in the 2004 movie Casablanca. The café was established by an American woman and was once owned by a former American diplomat.
15 min
Ain Diab
Spend 30 minutes at Ain Diab Corniche, a seaside promenade with sandy beaches, restaurants, and cafes. It is a popular spot to relax and enjoy Moroccan tea while overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Casablanca Highlights Including Hassan II Mosque, Quartier Habous, and Ain Diab
by Platinum Morocco Travel
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$96Overview
This guided day trip in Casablanca lasts about four and a half hours and covers key city landmarks by coach with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour begins with a visit to the Church of Notre Dame of Lourdes, notable for its modern architecture and stained glass windows, plus a grotto with a statue of Mary. Next, the group spends an hour at the Hassan II Mosque on the coast, the largest mosque in Africa with the world’s tallest minaret, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The route continues to Place des Nations Unies, a busy public square mixing modern and traditional architecture, followed by a fifteen-minute visit to Marche Central Casablanca. This market, built in 1917 with Neo-Mauresque style, features a large gateway and an octagonal cupola under which fresh seafood including Atlantic fish and oysters is sold. Afterward, the tour includes a guided walking exploration of the Old Medina, where narrow streets lead through souks, mosques, and historic buildings. Additional stops include a brief visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral, an impressive Neo-Gothic Catholic church with colorful stained glass, and an hour in Quartier Habous. This district was built during the French protectorate and is known for its wide pedestrian streets and artisan shops selling ceramics, leather, jewelry, and carpets. Mohamed V Square is next on the itinerary, a lively city center known for its large pigeon population. There is a photo stop at Rick’s Café Casablanca, a restaurant and bar designed to resemble the famous movie set from Casablanca. The tour concludes with about 30 minutes at Ain Diab Corniche, a coastal promenade with sandy beaches and cafes where you can enjoy Moroccan tea. Bottled water and a multilingual driver are provided, but entrance to the Hassan II Mosque is not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Church of Notre Dame of Lourdes
Visit this cathedral known for its modern architecture and extensive stained glass windows that surround the church. Inside, see a grotto with a statue of Mary, decorated with flowers and candles. The stop lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Hassan II Mosque
Spend an hour at the Hassan II Mosque, located on Casablanca’s coast. It is the largest mosque in Morocco and Africa, with the tallest minaret in the world. The mosque overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is recognized for its grand architectural design and spiritual importance.
60 min
Place des Nations Unies
Stop for 15 minutes at this lively public square that combines modern and traditional Moroccan architectural styles. The area is busy with street activity and offers shops and places to eat.
15 min
Marche Central Casablanca
Visit this market built in 1917, featuring Neo-Mauresque architecture with a large gateway and an octagonal cupola. Under the cupola, fresh seafood such as Atlantic fish, shark meat, and oysters are sold. The visit takes about 15 minutes.
15 min
Old Medina of Casablanca
Take a 20-minute guided walk through the Old Medina’s narrow streets. The guide leads you through traditional souks, old mosques, and historic buildings, providing insight into the district’s cultural significance.
20 min
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Stop for 10 minutes at this Neo-Gothic Catholic church in the Anfa district. The basilica features soaring spires and colorful stained glass windows, reflecting Casablanca’s French colonial architecture.
10 min
Quartier Habous
Spend an hour exploring this district built between 1918 and 1955 during the French protectorate. Known for its wide pedestrian streets, the area houses artisans, bookshops, and shops selling ceramics, leather, jewelry, and woven carpets.
60 min
Square of Mohammed V
Stop for 15 minutes at this central city square known for its large population of pigeons and its role as a gathering place in Casablanca.
15 min
Private Photography Session in Casablanca To Capture the joyful moments of your trip
A 15-minute photo stop at Rick’s Café Casablanca, a restaurant and bar designed to replicate the bar featured in the 2004 movie Casablanca. The café was established by an American woman and was once owned by a former American diplomat.
15 min
Ain Diab
Spend 30 minutes at Ain Diab Corniche, a seaside promenade with sandy beaches, restaurants, and cafes. It is a popular spot to relax and enjoy Moroccan tea while overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.