Morocco is a place where multiple religions have co-existed side-by-side for centuries, sometimes even overlapping in traditions and beliefs. Get an overview of the region’s religions on this tour that takes you to some of Casablanca’s holiest sites, and shows how Islam, Judaism, Christianity and other faiths have lived in harmony for hundreds of years.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Sip a cup of Traditional Moroccan Mint Tea
✔ Join friendly Local English-speaking guide
✔ Get insider tips on what else there is to see, do and eat in Casablanca
✔ Visit to the largest mosque in Morocco - the Hassan II Mosque (Entrance Fee included)
✔ Visit private Museum with private collection of Moroccan artworks (Entrance Fee included)
✔ Learn about Casablanca’s Jewish heritage with a trip to the Mellah (Jewish quarter)
✔ Enjoy a private ride to the imposing Notre Dame de Lourdes Church
✔ Visit the Museum of Moroccan Judaism (Entrance Fee included)
✖ Transportation to/from the meeting and end points
✖ Tips/gratuities for your guide
Departure & Return
Departure:
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248 Boulevard Sour Jdid, Casablanca 20250 (in front of Rick's Cafe)
Itinerary
1
Hassan II Mosque
The largest mosque in Morocco — and the third-largest in the world. With its minaret towering up 210 metres, the Hassan II Mosque blends Islamic architecture with Moroccan elements, Moorish influences with urban design.
Duration: 40 minutes
2
Old Medina of Casablanca
It is here that the city’s Jewish past has been best preserved, and is also where it continues to live today. There are some 5,000 Jews currently living in Casablanca, and the city is home to more than 30 synagogues, plus Jewish monuments, cemeteries and shrines
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Musee Abderrahman Slaoui
A gorgeous museum inside a home, where a private collection of Moroccan artwork awaits. This house is the former home of Abderrahman Slaoui, a Moroccan businessman who loved the arts. As we peruse the artworks, we’ll stop for a refreshing Moroccan mint tea to help perk us up for the short walk to our next stop.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Church of Notre Dame of Lourdes
Notre Dame de Lourdes Church, with its architecture that’s oh-so-different from what you expect to find in Morocco! The European-inspired church towers over its neighbouring buildings.
Please note that the Notre Dame de Lourdes Church is closed on Sundays, we will still stop outside, but we will not go inside.
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Museum of Moroccan Judaism
The Museum of Moroccan Judaism, which features collections and exhibits covering 2,000 years of Jews in Morocco. You’ll find videos, photographs, paintings, sculptures and historic documents explaining the past and present of local Jewish life.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• As this tour visits religious sites, please dress conservatively. Women should bring a head scarf for wearing inside the mosque.
• This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
• Please note that the Notre Dame de Lourdes Church is closed on Sundays, we will still stop outside, but we will not go inside.
