Activities & Attractions (4)
Hassan II Mosque (Exterior & Seafront)
Walk around the vast plaza, admire the ocean‑side setting, and take photos of the minaret and detailed tile work; for a guided interior tour, check current times in advance and wear modest clothing (shoulders, knees covered). You can access the seafront promenade below for more ocean shots and a breeze.
La Corniche & Ain Diab Beachfront Walk
In the afternoon, head to the seaside Corniche and walk the paved promenade along the Atlantic; you’ll pass beach clubs, cafés, and viewpoints over the water. It’s very straightforward—just follow the main walkway—and you can stop whenever you’re tired. Sunset here is especially good for photos of the sea and city lights.
Notre Dame de Lourdes Church
Visit this modern church known for its huge, colorful stained glass windows that wash the interior in light; photos are best taken quietly from the back or side aisles. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) to be respectful inside this active place of worship.
Old Medina of Casablanca
After lunch at La Sqala, enter the nearby old medina gate and wander a short, simple loop: stay on the main lanes lined with clothing, household goods, and small food stalls, and head toward United Nations Square. Use the square’s tall clock tower as your orientation point so you can always walk back in 10–15 minutes. Great candid photo opportunities of everyday life, colorful doors, and alleyways.
Restaurants & Food (3)
La Sqala
Restaurant in an 18th‑century seaside bastion with garden seating; they can accommodate many dietary needs by focusing on clearly separated items like charcoal-grilled fish (ask for simple salt, pepper, lemon), grilled chicken brochettes, plain couscous with vegetables only, or salads without cheese or dressing you can’t have. Tell your server your restrictions at the start; they’re used to adjusting plates for visitors.
Pâtisserie Bennis Habous
Historic pastry shop famous for Moroccan cookies and breads; for restrictive diets you can safely choose plain options like sellou (roasted flour and nut blend eaten with a spoon), chebakia-style sesame sweets if seeds/nuts are okay, and simple breads or biscuits without fillings. Staff are used to people asking what each item contains, so you can point and ask them to show nut-free or dairy-free pieces if needed.
Rick’s Café
Classic ‘Casablanca’ film‑inspired restaurant in a restored mansion near the port; while the menu skews international (steaks, pastas, seafood), they are experienced with special diets and can prepare simple grilled fish or meat with vegetables only, salads without problematic dressings, and can omit gluten or dairy if you specify. Reserve ahead and mention your restrictions in your booking and again with your server.
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