Casablanca
Morocco

Casablanca World Cup 2030 Travel Guide

Morocco’s largest city and gateway for the planned Grand Stade Hassan II.

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WORLD CUP 2030 CITY GUIDE

Plan your World Cup trip to Casablanca

Use this Casablanca travel guide to connect stadium information, accommodation, transport, weather, restaurants and practical match-day planning.

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Airport

CMN

Timezone

Africa/Casablanca

Fan planning

Hotels, food, transport and stadium essentials in one place.

MATCH-DAY PLANNING

Planning a World Cup 2030 stay in Casablanca

Use Casablanca as a destination hub by connecting your accommodation, stadium visit and onward travel before match day. The most convenient area to stay depends on the venue you are attending, local transport and whether this city is the beginning, middle or end of your tournament route.

Where to stay

Compare accommodation with both the stadium and major transport connections in mind. A slightly longer stadium journey may be worthwhile if it makes the rest of your itinerary easier.

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Getting around

Check public transport options and allow extra time on major event days. Final match-day operating plans should be verified closer to the tournament.

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Match-day essentials

Plan food, weather, stadium access and your return journey before leaving for the venue instead of making every decision after arrival.

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Stadium guides

Grand Stade Hassan II
Casablanca

Grand Stade Hassan II World Cup 2030 Stadium Guide

115,000 capacity

Proposed 2030 bid venue. Final FIFA venue selection and match allocation may still change.

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Casablanca visitor guide
World Cup 2030 city visitor guide

Casablanca Visitor Guide: Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco Streets & Atlantic Corniche

Casablanca is Morocco's modern commercial heart rather than a preserved museum city. The best visit mixes the monumental Hassan II Mosque, downtown Art Deco, Habous, markets and an evening on the Atlantic Corniche.

One perfect day

Start with Hassan II Mosque, walk through central Art Deco streets and Mohammed V Square, continue to Habous, then head to the Corniche for sunset.

Two-day plan

Day 1: Hassan II Mosque, downtown, Habous and Corniche. Day 2: markets, museum/cultural stops, cafés and a slower Atlantic-coast afternoon.

Best free things to do

Downtown architecture walks, Mohammed V Square, parts of Habous and the Corniche are free.

Food & local flavour

Try seafood, tagine, grilled meats, msemen, Moroccan salads and mint tea. Casablanca also has a broad contemporary restaurant scene.

Families

The Corniche and open squares work well for families. Mosque interior visits have fixed guided-tour rules, so check timing before arriving.

Best viewpoints

The mosque seafront and Corniche are the strongest coastal photo locations.

Before you go

Casablanca has trams and buses, but taxis are often practical for attractions spread across the city. Use official taxis, agree to meter use where applicable, and allow extra time for traffic.

Curated highlights

Top things to see in Casablanca

Built for first-time visitors: what is worth your time, how long to allow, and the easiest way to get there from the centre.

Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
★ Must see Mosque

Hassan II Mosque

Casablanca’s great oceanfront landmark, with a soaring minaret and elaborate Moroccan craftsmanship.

Casablanca’s great oceanfront landmark, with a soaring minaret and elaborate Moroccan craftsmanship. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 1.5–2 hours Best for: Architecture, first-time visitors
Getting there from the centre:
Petit taxi from Place Mohammed V is quickest, or walk around 25 minutes toward the coast. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Check current official price

Booking tip: Reserve ahead for timed-entry periods and major event weekends.

Ain Diab Corniche in Casablanca
★ Must see Free Waterfront

Ain Diab Corniche

A long Atlantic seafront lined with cafés, beach clubs and sunset viewpoints.

A long Atlantic seafront lined with cafés, beach clubs and sunset viewpoints. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 1.5–2 hours Best for: Ocean views, nightlife, sunset
Getting there from the centre:
Take a petit taxi from central Casablanca; tram plus a short taxi is another option. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Habous Quarter in Casablanca
★ Must see Free Historic quarter

Habous Quarter

A planned “new medina” mixing Moroccan architecture with arcades, bookshops and traditional goods.

A planned “new medina” mixing Moroccan architecture with arcades, bookshops and traditional goods. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 1.5–2 hours Best for: Shopping, architecture, local culture
Getting there from the centre:
Petit taxi from Place Mohammed V takes roughly 10–15 minutes depending on traffic. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Place Mohammed V in Casablanca
Free Civic square

Place Mohammed V

Casablanca’s administrative heart, surrounded by grand early-20th-century civic architecture.

Casablanca’s administrative heart, surrounded by grand early-20th-century civic architecture. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 30–45 min Best for: Architecture, orientation
Getting there from the centre:
It is the central reference point and can be explored on foot. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Arab League Park in Casablanca
Free Park

Arab League Park

A renovated central park with palm-lined paths and breathing space between city sights.

A renovated central park with palm-lined paths and breathing space between city sights. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 45–60 min Best for: Relaxing, families, short break
Getting there from the centre:
Walk a few minutes west from Place Mohammed V. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Villa des Arts in Casablanca
Art gallery

Villa des Arts

A refined art space in an Art Deco villa, focused on Moroccan and contemporary exhibitions.

A refined art space in an Art Deco villa, focused on Moroccan and contemporary exhibitions. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 1 hour Best for: Art, design, quiet culture
Getting there from the centre:
Walk or take a short petit taxi from the central civic district. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Check current official price

Booking tip: Check opening hours before travelling, especially on match days and public holidays.

Central Market in Casablanca
Free Food market

Central Market

A central market for seafood, flowers and produce, with casual places to eat nearby.

A central market for seafood, flowers and produce, with casual places to eat nearby. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 45–60 min Best for: Food, local life, lunch
Getting there from the centre:
Take the tram to Marché Central or walk from Place Mohammed V in about 15 minutes. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Sacred Heart Church in Casablanca
Free Architecture

Sacred Heart Church

A striking former Catholic church blending Art Deco and Neo-Gothic influences near the city centre.

A striking former Catholic church blending Art Deco and Neo-Gothic influences near the city centre. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 30–45 min Best for: Architecture, photography
Getting there from the centre:
Walk 10 minutes from Place Mohammed V through Arab League Park. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Morocco Mall in Casablanca
Free Shopping & leisure

Morocco Mall

A vast oceanfront shopping complex with dining and entertainment, useful for a modern-city contrast.

A vast oceanfront shopping complex with dining and entertainment, useful for a modern-city contrast. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 2 hours Best for: Shopping, families, rainy days
Getting there from the centre:
Taxi is easiest from the centre and takes you west along the coast. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Free public access

Booking tip: No advance booking is normally needed for the public areas; check local notices during events.

Rick's Café in Casablanca
Restaurant landmark

Rick's Café

A film-inspired Casablanca institution recreating the atmosphere of the classic movie in a polished dining setting.

A film-inspired Casablanca institution recreating the atmosphere of the classic movie in a polished dining setting. It is one of the most rewarding stops for visitors who want to understand Casablanca beyond match day. Allow enough time to enjoy the setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop, and combine it with nearby streets, cafés or waterfront areas where practical.

Time: 1.5–2 hours Best for: Dining, film fans, evening atmosphere
Getting there from the centre:
Petit taxi from the centre toward the old medina/port area. From the centre reference point (Place Mohammed V), allow extra time during World Cup match days because traffic controls can change normal routes.
Check current official price

Booking tip: Check opening hours before travelling, especially on match days and public holidays.

Getting around Casablanca

Transport advice above is written for a first-time visitor starting near the central tourist area. Metro, tram and bus services can change for events, roadworks and match days, so confirm the final route in the local transit app or official operator site before departure.

Visitor information is editorial guidance for trip planning. Opening hours, transport routes, access rules and ticket prices can change. Always confirm time-sensitive details with the official venue or transport operator before travel.