Step into Casablanca, where Atlantic breezes carry the scent of spices through streets lined with French colonial facades and Moorish designs. This gateway to Morocco captivates cruise travelers with its architectural grandeur, vibrant souks, and coastal charm.
Casablanca seamlessly blends Moroccan tradition with cosmopolitan flair, creating an intoxicating port experience unlike any other in North Africa. The Hassan II Mosque commands attention along the shoreline—its 689-foot minaret soaring skyward as Atlantic waves crash below its partially glass floor. This architectural marvel accommodates 25,000 worshippers inside and another 80,000 in its courtyard.
Old Medina Exploration offers a journey through narrow, winding streets where artisans craft leather goods and metalwork beside vendors selling aromatic spices and handwoven textiles. The authentic bustle here provides a striking contrast to the city's French-designed boulevards.
Coastal Pleasures await along the Corniche, where locals and visitors alike gather at stylish beach clubs and sidewalk cafés. Sip mint tea while watching fishing boats return with the day's catch, or sample fresh seafood tagine as the sun sets over the Atlantic.
Architectural Gems dot the cityscape, from the ornately tiled Mahkama du Pacha courthouse to the stunning collection of Art Deco buildings in the city center. Film buffs might be surprised to learn that despite its famous name, 'Casablanca' wasn't filmed here—but the city's romantic atmosphere lives up to the silver screen legend.
