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Traveling to Morocco can offer a truly unique African travel experience, and Casablanca is a great place to start. The coastal breeze makes it a cooler area of the country than the more popular Marrakesh, and it is also closest to the biggest airport in Morocco. This was my first time in Africa, and it made for a memorable trip where I met some of the nicest people and had some of the coolest experiences of my life.
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Things to do in Casablanca
Hassan II Mosque: This stands as one of the world’s largest mosques, and non-Muslim tourists can join guided tours daily, except Fridays, to have a great cultural experience.
Old Medina of Casablanca: The Old Medina stands as the city’s historic heart, where narrow streets wind through traditional Moroccan markets and local life.
Royal Palace: An official residence of the King of Morocco, where visitors can admire the architecture from the outside.
Morocco Mall: This stands as Africa’s largest shopping center, with international luxury brands, local boutiques, and a great indoor aquarium.
Day trip to Marrakesh: A great opportunity to experience everyday Moroccan life, where you can explore the markets and hustle-bustle culture of Morocco.
Beaches: Head to the northern parts of the city and stroll along the various beaches that offer a taste of the Atlantic. Ain Diab Beach is the most popular stretch and Lalla Meryem Beach is more relaxed.
Places to eat & drink in Casablanca
Moods Café-Restaurant: Restaurant with a view of the marina that serves international and Lebanese dishes.
Kyub Restaurant: Serves flavors of coastal cuisine infused with the spirit of Latin America.
Glaz Casablanca: Fine-dining restaurant that offers a variety of French and Breton-flavored foods.
O'Tacos Hay Hassani: Casual taco place on the west side of the city. Go for the signature French-style tacos—grilled tortillas with marinated chicken, fries, and your choice of creamy cheese sauce.
Viet Garden Restaurant & Coffee: Sushi and coffee place famous for its homey atmosphere.
Le Jasmine: Fine dining with traditional Moroccan dishes. Try the lamb tagine with prunes and almonds.
Vicho's: Spanish restaurant in the northwestern part of the city.
Need to know
This city is a wonderful place to go, but there are definitely some things to know, especially coming from the Western world.
Cash is an absolute must, as many places do not take credit cards. Further, in places such as markets and shops, bartering is part of the culture, so don’t be afraid to negotiate on anything you’re buying on the streets.
Speaking of streets, crossing in Casablanca is just a see-and-go situation, with cars not stopping for you, so be on your toes and cross when there’s time. I personally found it fun, but overall, you should be more aware and alert than, say, European destinations.
Despite this, Casablanca and Morocco as a whole have a ton to offer, with many exciting new things to uncover in an African adventure.
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