Free tour

Wander around the oldest parts of Casablanca.

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Casablanca

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Ahmed

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Registered on 08 November 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!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish 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.

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.
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.
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 )

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

H9VC+FM7, Bd Moulay Youssef, Casablanca 20250, Morocco

I’ll be waiting for you by the bench, which is across from the American Language Center.

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.

Outside visit

Arab League Park

The largest urban park in Casablanca.

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.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).