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Everything travelers actually ask us
Is Casablanca safe?
Yes – one of the safest big cities in Africa.
Is Casablanca worth visiting?
Yes for 1–2 days: Hassan II Mosque + modern Morocco vibe.
How many days do I need in Casablanca?
1 full day or 2 nights max for most people.
Is Casablanca just an airport stop?
No – the mosque alone is worth the visit.
Best time to visit Casablanca?
March–June and September–November.
Summer in Casablanca?
25–32 °C, humid, but ocean breeze helps.
Winter weather?
15–20 °C day, 8–12 °C night, some rain.
Where to stay in Casablanca?
City center (near mosque), Corniche/Ain Diab, or Anfa/Gauthier.
Best hotels in Casablanca?
Four Seasons, Sofitel Tour Blanche, Hyatt Regency, Le Casablanca Hotel.
Luxury beach hotels?
Four Seasons, Pestana Casablanca (new 2025), Le Doge (boutique).
Budget hotels?
Ibis Casa Voyageurs or Relax Airport Hotel.
Is there a medina in Casablanca?
Yes – small and modern compared to Fes/Marrakech.
Is Hassan II Mosque open to non-Muslims?
Yes – guided tours 6 times a day (except Friday morning).
Hassan II Mosque tour price 2025?
150 MAD adults, 75 MAD students/kids.
Best time for mosque visit?
9 AM or 3 PM tour (least crowded).
Can I take photos inside the mosque?
Yes, everywhere except prayer hall during prayer.
Is the mosque bigger than Abu Dhabi?
No – 3rd largest in the world (after Mecca & Medina).
Corniche/Ain Diab – worth it?
Yes – restaurants, beach clubs, ocean promenade.
Best beach clubs?
Le Cabestan, La Côte, Tahiti Beach Club.
Can I swim in Casablanca?
Water is cold and polluted near city. Better at beaches south (Dar Bouazza).
Best restaurants in Casablanca?
Rick’s Café (touristy but fun), La Sqala, Le Cuisto Traditionnel, Basmane.
Where is Rick’s Café from the movie?
Built in 2004 as a replica – great atmosphere.
Best rooftop bars?
Sky 28 (Kenzi Tower), L’Observatoire (Twin Center), Le Cabestan.
Nightlife in Casablanca?
Best in Morocco – clubs open until 5 AM.
Top clubs 2025?
Le Bô Zin (new), Amstrong, Maison B (VIP), Sky 28.
Is alcohol easy to find?
Everywhere – bars, hotels, supermarkets.
Where to buy wine/beer?
Carrefour, Marjane, or any “bar-tabac”.
Is Casablanca expensive?
More expensive than Marrakech/Fes, cheaper than Europe.
Average dinner price?
250–500 MAD pp in good restaurant.
Best seafood?
Le Port de Pêche (port), La Marée, Le Cabestan.
Is there good shopping?
Yes – Morocco Mall (Africa’s biggest), Anfa Place.
Morocco Mall worth it?
Yes – huge aquarium, luxury brands, ice rink.
Is there a medina souk?
Yes – Habous quarter (new medina, calmer than old ones).
Best area for street food?
Derb Ghalef or near the old medina.
Taxi from airport to city center?
Official white taxi 300 MAD, private transfer 400 MAD.
Train to airport?
Yes – every 60 min, 50 MAD, 35 min to city center.
High-speed train to Rabat?
Every 30 min, 25 min ride, 120 MAD 1st class.
Train to Marrakech?
Every hour, 2 h 10 min, 180 MAD 1st class.
Best way to Marrakech?
Train – comfortable and scenic.
Is there Uber?
No, but Careem and InDrive work perfectly.
Is Casablanca walkable?
No – huge city. Use taxis/Careem.
Best modern art museum?
Villa des Arts and MACAAL (both free or cheap).
Is there street art?
Yes – Sidi Moumen district has amazing murals.
Best hammam in Casablanca?
Spa Four Seasons, Hammam Ziani (traditional).
Public hammam experience?
Hammam El Kasbah or Hammam Bouchrite – very local.
Is Casablanca good for kids?
Yes – Morocco Mall aquarium, Sindibad Park, beach clubs.
Sindibad Park open?
Yes – zoo + amusement park, 30 min from center.
Best family hotel?
Hyatt Regency (pool + kids club), Four Seasons.
Is there a Christmas market?
Yes – big one in Anfa Place every December.
Ramadan 2025 in Casablanca?
28 Feb – 30 Mar. Business as usual in tourist areas.
Is Casablanca romantic?
Yes – Corniche sunset, mosque at night, rooftop dinners.
Best proposal spot?
Inside Hassan II Mosque courtyard or Le Cabestan at sunset.
Is the old medina dangerous?
No – just run-down. Safe daytime.
Best photography spots?
Hassan II Mosque, Corniche at blue hour, Art Deco buildings in city center.
Where to see Art Deco architecture?
Downtown (Boulevard Mohammed V).
Is there a Jewish quarter?
Yes – in the old medina, Jewish Museum open.
Best bakery?
Paul (multiple locations), Bennis Habous (traditional pastries).
Best coffee?
Café de France (old medina), Bacha Coffee (coming 2025).
Is there good nightlife for women?
Yes – many chic, safe venues.
Dress code in clubs?
Smart – no shorts/flip-flops.
Is there a gay scene?
Discreet but exists (Le Gatsby, some Corniche bars).
Can I rent a car?
Yes – airport or city center.
Traffic bad?
Yes – avoid driving yourself.
Best season for the mosque?
Spring/autumn – fewer crowds.
Is the mosque closed on Friday?
Tours only at 9 AM and 2 PM on Friday.
Where to stay near mosque?
Hyatt Regency (5 min walk), Kenzi Tower.
Best breakfast?
Rick’s Café, Paul, or your hotel.
Is there a cinema?
Megarama Casablanca – biggest in Africa.
Best ice-cream?
Venezia Ice (multiple locations).
Where to buy souvenirs?
Habous quarter shops (fixed prices).
Is there a souk like Marrakech?
No – Habous is calmer and cleaner.
Best seafood market?
Marché Central – fresh fish, eat at stalls.
Is there a Christmas celebration?
Huge – lights on Corniche, parties in hotels.
New Year’s Eve?
Massive parties at Four Seasons, Le Cabestan, Sky 28.
Is Casablanca good for shopping luxury brands?
Yes – Morocco Mall has everything.
Is there a golf course?
Yes – Royal Golf Anfa, Casa Green Golf.
Best spa?
Four Seasons Spa, Sofitel Spa.
Is there a beach in city center?
No – Corniche is promenade, beaches start at Ain Diab.
Best beach south of Casa?
Dar Bouazza – 30 min drive.
Is there surfing?
Yes – Jack Beach, Dar Bouazza (good waves).
Best surf schools?
Surf Town Morocco, Jack Beach Surf Club.
Is there a tram?
Yes – cheap and efficient.
Tram ticket price?
6 MAD single ride.
Best area for business travelers?
Gauthier/Anfa – close to offices.
Is there a direct flight from USA?
Yes – Royal Air Maroc from JFK, Miami, Washington.
Airport lounge?
Pearl Lounge – excellent.
Best way to Rabat?
Train – 1 hour, every 30 min.
Is Casablanca good for foodies?
Yes – best seafood and modern Moroccan cuisine.
Best Moroccan restaurant?
La Maison du Gourmet, Al Mounia.
Best French restaurant?
Le Cuisto Traditionnel, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (new 2025).
Is there good pizza?
Yes – Luigi, Casa José.
Best burger?
Blend Gourmet Burger (multiple locations).
Is there a Starbucks?
Yes – several in Morocco Mall and city center.
Best coworking space?
New Work Casablanca, Cowork In.
Is Casablanca expensive?
Mid-range: cheaper than Europe, more than Marrakech/Fes.
Best sunset spot?
La Sqala or Le Cabestan.
Is there a boat tour?
Yes – small boats from the port (ask at mosque).
Best day trip from Casablanca?
Rabat (1 h), El Jadida (1 h 15 min).
Is Casablanca boring?
Only if you skip the mosque, Corniche, and nightlife.
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