Casablanca-Settat is Morocco’s cosmopolitan heart: a region where French-era Art Deco boulevards meet Atlantic surf, and centuries-old medinas sit beside gleaming business districts. Casablanca, the country’s largest city, powers the economy and culture with landmark architecture and a magnetic food scene.

An hour south, El Jadida (the former “Mazagan”) invites slow travel: sea air, sandy beaches, and an atmospheric fortified quarter built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. Azemmour, just upriver, hums with mural art and river views over the Oum Er-Rbia.

Practical notes: Non-Muslim visitors can tour the Hassan II Mosque only on guided tours at set times—dress modestly. Taxis are metered (ask drivers to start the meter), and the ONCF train is an easy way to hop the coast. Expect plenty of grilled fish, tagines, and mint tea; Ramadan may shift opening hours, but hospitality remains warm and constant.

Casablanca

Casablanca mixes North African heritage with 20th-century swagger. Look for streamlined Art Deco facades downtown, then sweep west to the Corniche for Atlantic sunsets and seafood institutions perched above the surf.

• Top sights: Hassan II Mosque (one of the world’s largest, cantilevered over the ocean), Habous Quarter (the “New Medina”), Mohammed V Square, Villa des Arts, the Old Medina, and the Corniche at Ain Diab.
• Why go now: A resurgent dining scene—in markets, riads, and cliffside restaurants—pairs perfectly with ocean breezes and year-round mild weather.
• Where to stay: Browse well-located apartments and hotels near Gauthier, Maarif, or the Corniche on VRBO Casablanca or compare hotels on Hotels.com Casablanca.
• Getting in: Fly into Casablanca (CMN). Search fares on Trip.com flights or Kiwi.com (if traveling via Europe, you can also compare on Omio flights). The airport train to Casa Voyageurs/Casa Port takes ~45–60 minutes.

El Jadida

El Jadida’s UNESCO-listed Portuguese City (Cité Portugaise) coils around narrow lanes, arched gates, and a haunting cistern made famous in film. Beyond the walls: long beaches, a lighthouse, surf spots, and a laid-back promenade.

• Top sights: Portuguese Cistern, ramparts and bastions, Sidi Bouafi Lighthouse, Sidi Bouzid and Haouzia beaches, and nearby Azemmour’s riverside medina.
• Why go: Slower pace, fresh-off-the-boat seafood, family-friendly sands, and easy access from Casablanca by train make it an ideal coastal base.
• Where to stay: Seafront apartments in town or resort stays at Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort. Compare options on VRBO El Jadida and Hotels.com El Jadida.
• Getting there from Casablanca: ONCF trains run ~hourly to El Jadida in ~1h10–1h30; budget about 40–75 MAD in 2nd class. A private transfer takes ~1h15 depending on traffic.

Day 1: Arrive in Casablanca

Afternoon: Touch down at CMN and take the airport train to Casa Voyageurs/Casa Port. Check in near Gauthier or the Corniche via Hotels.com Casablanca or VRBO Casablanca. Stroll the Habous Quarter to see whitewashed arcades and browse for olive wood, ceramics, and leather.

Evening: Start with Moroccan pastries at historic Pâtisserie Bennis in Habous, then dine at La Sqala, a beloved restaurant inside an 18th-century bastion serving tagines and pastilla in lantern-lit gardens. End with a seaside walk along the Corniche at Ain Diab to catch the Atlantic breeze.

Day 2: Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco, and Market Lunch

Morning: Join a guided tour of the Hassan II Mosque (non-Muslim visits at fixed times; tickets on-site, ~130–150 MAD). Marvel at cedar ceilings, zellige tilework, and ocean views from the esplanade.

Afternoon: Wander downtown’s Art Deco core: Mohammed V Square’s arcades, the post office, and the Rialto Cinema’s marquee. Lunch at Marché Central—order grilled sole or sardines at La Taverne du Dauphin and add a bowl of harira. Pop into Villa des Arts for rotating contemporary exhibitions.

Evening: Sunset drinks with panoramic views at Sky 28 (Kenzi Tower). For dinner, Rick’s Café riffs on the film classic with a piano soundtrack and Moroccan-meets-international menu; book ahead. If you crave seafood with waves crashing below, head to Le Cabestan on the Corniche.

Day 3: Neighborhoods, Museums, and the Corniche

Morning: Coffee and a light brunch at Bondi Coffee Kitchen in Gauthier (good for flat whites and avocado toast). Visit the Museum of Moroccan Judaism—the only one of its kind in the Arab world—for jewelry, textiles, and synagogue artifacts illuminating centuries of shared history.

Afternoon: Lunch on shared plates at Casa José (Spanish-Moroccan seafood; try the garlic shrimp and octopus). Then plant your toes in the sand at Ain Diab; beach clubs rent loungers, or stroll to Morocco Mall to see the aquarium and pick up last-minute essentials.

Evening: For classic Moroccan cooking with live oud, book Basmane near the Corniche. Nightcap at Le Kimmy’z in Gauthier, where DJs and a compact dance floor keep things lively.

Day 4: Train to El Jadida, Portuguese City & Lighthouse

Morning: Catch the ONCF train to El Jadida (~1h20). Check in via VRBO El Jadida or Hotels.com El Jadida, then head straight to the Portuguese City.

Afternoon: Explore the atmospheric Portuguese Cistern—its mirror-like water reflections make unforgettable photos—then walk the ramparts for ocean views and peek into the small churches and bastions. Lunch on grilled fish near the port (look for daily catches—sardines, sea bream—served with cumin and chermoula).

Evening: Golden-hour at Sidi Bouafi Lighthouse and a relaxed promenade along Avenue Mohammed V. For dinner, consider the restaurants at Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort just north of town for refined Moroccan or seafood, and a quiet post-dinner stroll by the surf.

Day 5: Beach Day & Azemmour’s Riverside Medina

Morning: Beach time at Sidi Bouzid or Haouzia. Surf schools rent boards and offer lessons; families can opt for tide-pool wanders and camel rides along the sand.

Afternoon: Short hop to Azemmour, a small, artsy town on a bluff above the Oum Er-Rbia River. Amble the pastel murals, view the 16th-century walls, and sip mint tea overlooking the river’s bend.

Evening: Return to El Jadida for a seafood-forward dinner—think fried calamari, sole meunière, or a steaming claypot of fish tagine. Cap the day with an oceanside tea and almond ghriba cookies.

Day 6: Golf, Horses, or Hammam—Your Coastal “Reset”

Morning: Tee off at Mazagan’s links-style course or opt for horseback riding along the dunes near Haouzia. Not a rider? Book a traditional hammam and argan oil massage for a deeply Moroccan wellness ritual.

Afternoon: Return to the Portuguese City for any missed nooks—photograph the arched gates and quiet lanes—then browse for woven baskets, raffia slippers, and hand-painted pottery in town.

Evening: Dinner back in El Jadida or at the resort: slow-cooked lamb with prunes, couscous tfaya, or a seafood platter. Enjoy the salt air and an unhurried night walk by the water.

Day 7: Back to Casablanca & Departure

Morning: Train back to Casablanca (~1h20). Squeeze in last-minute shopping in the Habous Quarter for argan oil, spices, and ceramics. If you need a quick bite, Blend serves excellent Moroccan-sourced gourmet burgers, while cafés near Arab League Park offer easy breakfasts.

Afternoon: Head to the airport by train or taxi for your flight. For future trips, bookmark Trip.com flights, Omio flights (to/from Europe), and Kiwi.com for good fare coverage.

Getting Around & Budget Notes

• Casablanca ↔ El Jadida: ONCF train ~1h10–1h30, 40–75 MAD (2nd class). First class adds space and assigned seats.
• Airport transfer: ONCF airport train ~45–60 minutes. Taxis cost more but are door-to-door; confirm the meter or a fixed price before riding.
• Key costs (typical): Mosque tour ~130–150 MAD; seafood lunch at Marché Central ~80–180 MAD; hammam with scrub ~250–500 MAD; surf lesson ~250–400 MAD.

Optional Morocco Extensions (Popular, Bookable Add‑Ons)

Have an extra day before or after your Casablanca-Settat week? These highly rated experiences take you deeper into Morocco. They’re outside the Casablanca-Settat region but pair well with flights via Casablanca.

• Visit to the Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou (from Ouarzazate): A cinematic ksar of mud-brick towers on the old caravan route—an architecture lover’s dream. Book on Viator

  

• Dakhla Catamaran Tour: Glide across a vast turquoise lagoon to spot flamingos and, with luck, dolphins—Dakhla is a quick flight from Casablanca. Book on Viator

  

• Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis (near Ouarzazate): Learn time-honored recipes with a family in a palm oasis; a delicious way to understand Moroccan hospitality. Book on Viator

  

Where to book your flights: Compare prices and routes on Trip.com, Omio flights (to or from Europe), and Kiwi.com.

Seven days along Morocco’s Atlantic coast balances big-city energy with seaside calm. With Casablanca’s grand mosque and cafés, El Jadida’s sea air and stone ramparts, and Azemmour’s quiet lanes, you’ll leave with a head full of color and a taste for mint tea by the ocean.

Bookmark the links above for flights and stays—you’ll want to come back for more coast, and perhaps a desert add‑on next time.