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Wander around the oldest parts of Casablanca.

Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Guru: Ahmed
Quality Verified Registered on November 08, 2022

Hi everyone! I am Ahmed, accredited official tour guide by the Moroccan Ministry Of Tourism. As an avid walker and history enthusiast, I wanna provide everyone with a chance to see Casablanca through the lens of a local. Beneath the modern and sophisticated frame, lies a city still proud of its heritage, culture and friendly locals. Showing the authenticity and genuineness side of my city, along with creating a safe friendly environment, where ideas and views can be exchanged in a smooth manner, is one of my main goals. I look forward to sharing the love for my hometown, eagerness for its history and craziness for Moroccan cuisine with you guys!

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    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description


  • THE TOUR COVERS A DISTANCE OF 7 KILOMETERS, SO MAKE SURE THAT YOU WEAR YOUR BEST WALKING SHOES. 

  1. As someone, who was born and raised in Casablanca, I have always been fascinated by how my hometown is divided into two parts, where tradition meets contemporary flair. 
  2. Once a humble fishing village, It’s remarkable how Casablanca has withstood the test of time and grown into one of largest cosmopolitan metropolis in Africa.
  3.  Having said that, my tour is going to be focused on two of the main parts of Casablanca.                                   
  • The first part of this walk is going to be dedicated to the French colonial town with its magnificent blend of Art Deco and Neo-Moorish architecture, it’s an open-air architectural museum where French legacy and influence can still be seen everywhere from aesthetic buildings and  beautifully crafted churches to charming movie theaters.
  • During the second part, we will dive into the old medina with its reddish rampart and unique Islamic and Moorish architecture. Once we get there, we will wander aimlessly through its maze of alleyways and witness how average Moroccans live their day-to-day life, from souks and communal ovens to local coffee shops.                          
  • We’ll conclude this with a walk in the maritime promenade along the Atlantic Ocean, where we will have chance to admire the grandeur and beauty of one of the most opulent and extravagant mosques in the whole world! ( HASSAN II  MOSQUE OUTSIDE VISIT ) 


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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    H9VC+FM7, Bd Moulay Youssef, Casablan...
    H9VC+FM7, Bd Moulay Youssef, Casablanca 20250, Morocco
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    I’ll be waiting for you by the bench, which is across from the American Language Center.

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    Outside visit
    Sacred Heart Cathedral

    The style of the cathedral is a blend of gothic and Art deco. It is surrounded by a vast public garden.

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Arab League Park

    The largest urban park in Casablanca.

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Mohammed V Square

    It’s nicknamed as pigeons square by locals. It’s a French colonial-styled plaza, surrounded by many government buildings, including Town Hall, Palace of Justice, Central Post Office and Bank of Morocco, with their marvelous Neo-Moorish architecture.

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Boulevard Mohammed V

    It’s the ideal neighborhood to admire Art Deco architecture.

  • 5
    Outside visit
    Marché Central

    It’s the oldest and most important marketplace in Casablanca’s French town.

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Zevaco Cupola Underground Passage

    It’s mostly called as “ Kora Ardya ” by locals. It’s a fascinating underpass that stands at the heart of United Nation square, where the new city meets the old.

  • 7
    Outside visit
    Old Medina Market

    We will dive right into the hustle and bustle of one of the largest souks in Casablanca with narrow alleyways, lamps with colorful glass hung suspended from craved wooden ceiling, and countless of shops that sell wide variety of goods.

  • 8
    Outside visit
    Dar el Makhzen

    The oldest, biggest and most beautiful mosque within the medina.

  • 9
    Outside visit
    Mosquée Ould el-Hamra

    It’s a lovely mosque near the coastline.

  • 10
    Outside visit
    Church of San Buenaventura

    Spanish church, which has been turned into a cultural center.

  • 11
    Outside visit
    Ettedgui Synagogue

    It is a synagogue in the medina of Casablanca.

  • 12
    Outside visit
    La Sqala

    Fortress dating back to 18 century with its famous cannons, that situated opposite the fishing port.

  • 13
    Outside visit
    Rick’s Cafe

    It was designed to recreate the bar made famous by the classic movie Casablanca.

  • 14
    Outside visit
    Hassan II Mosque

    One of the biggest in the entire continent, known for its complex geometrical patterns, along with a breathtakingly beautiful view over the Atlantic Ocean ( outside visit )

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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