Casablanca, Morocco

  • Elegant mosque corridor with intricate arches

Casablanca lures visitors with its heady mix of neo-Moorish splendor and French influence. Known as “Casa” to locals, its streets exude an atmosphere of bygone days. Made famous by the 1942 eponymous film, today it is one of Africa’s most important ports. Parisian-style boulevards unfold past cafés and colonial buildings. The city’s medina is a maze of warrens pulsing with old-world energy, the hollers of carpet merchants and the fragrance of incense. The most impressive structure is the Hassan II Mosque, the country’s largest and most magnificent.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.

Woman reading near ornate mosque wall

Casablanca: City of White

Experience the fascinating allure of this thriving North African city and see the largest mosque outside of Mecca.

Included
Woman reading near ornate mosque wall

Casablanca: City of White

Duration: 3 hours      

A Panoramic Journey Through Casablanca

Experience the fascinating allure of this thriving North African city and see the largest mosque outside of Mecca. Drive with your guide to view the exterior of the massive Hassan II Mosque, overlooking the Atlantic. The building and courtyard can host more than 100,000 worshippers. View the intricate craftsmanship and the impressive minaret, which stands at 689 feet tall, then continue along the corniche to the Habous Quarter (New Medina). Pass the Royal Palace, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture, as well as the Casablanca Cathedral. Recognizable by its unusual blend of Art Deco design, neo-Gothic architecture and Moroccan influences, this cathedral once served the French Roman Catholic population. It became secular after Morocco’s independence and is now a cultural center. After time to explore at the Place des Nations Unies, or United Nations Square, return by coach to your ship.

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
Colorful stained glass depicting religious figures

Religious Coexistence in Morocco: An Inside View

Learn about the religious diversity of Morocco at three distinct and revered houses of worship.
Colorful stained glass depicting religious figures

Religious Coexistence in Morocco: An Inside View

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes      

A Harmonious City of Many Beliefs

Learn about the religious diversity of Morocco at three distinct and revered houses of worship. Though Morocco is a Muslim country, it embraces the religious views of all its citizens. Begin with a drive to the colossal Hassan II Mosque. As you explore, gain insight into the traditions of Islam from your guide and view the massive courtyard and impressive minaret, one of the tallest in the world. Continue to the Museum of Moroccan Judaism, which represents Morocco’s other main religion. Here, learn how the Moroccan Jews, who comprise the second-largest community in Israel, still feel a strong tie to their local roots. Next, drive past the Habous Quarter (New Medina) before a final stop at a Christian church, a significant site for many of the European immigrant population that plays an important commercial role in the city. After, return by coach to your ship.

Please note: on Saturdays and Sundays, the visit to the Museum of Moroccan Judaism will be substituted with a visit to the Beth-El Temple Synagogue.


* Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.