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Economic capital and the Maghreb's largest city, Casablanca surprises: a unique Art-Deco centre, an ocean corniche, and the Hassan II Mosque, an architectural wonder set over the water.
Don't miss
Hassan II Mosque
A 210 m minaret, a retracting roof, glass floors above the ocean — and one of the few mosques open to visitors.
The Art-Deco centre
Boulevard Mohammed V: white 1920s-30s façades, protectorate heritage, now under restoration.
The Habous quarter
A “modern medina” built in the 1930s: arcades, booksellers, and the Bennis pastry shop.
The Aïn Diab corniche
Ocean-front pools, cafés and sunsets — Casablanca's playground.
What to eat
Seafood at the central market, seafood pastilla (a Casablanca speciality), and gazelle horns from Pâtisserie Bennis in the Habous.
The Veyama tip
Take the morning guided tour of the Hassan II Mosque, then walk the corniche to the El Hank lighthouse for the view back over the city.
Where to eat
Our favourite tables — renowned addresses picked by the team. Want a reservation? Tick “restaurants” when booking your hotel.
Rick's Café
The movie legend, elegantly recreated — pianist included.
La Sqala
A garden restaurant inside an 18th-century bastion: the reference Moroccan brunch.
Le Marché Central
Seafood stalls grilled on the spot — the true Casablanca experience.
