How to Visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
Are you planning to visit Hassan II Mosque? It is one of the largest mosques in the world and the most visited attraction in Casablanca, so you should add it to your Morocco Itinerary.
Avoid the crowds and make the most of your visit. This ultimate guide to visiting the mosque includes the best time to visit, how to get there, practical information, and entrance fees.
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- How to Visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Best Time to Visit Casablanca
- Hassan II Mosque History & Facts
- How to Visit Hassan II Mosque
- What should I Wear During my Visit?
- Where to Stay in Casablanca
- Where can I Buy Tickets to Hassan II Mosque?
- Hassan II Mosque Entrance Fee
- Hassan II Mosque Opening Hours & Tour Times
- Tips for Visiting
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Best Time to Visit Casablanca
Morocco is a popular destination all year round! But the best time to visit Casablanca is from June to August. The weather is sunny and dry during these months, perfect for sightseeing and exploring the nearby attractions.
Casablanca has a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The average annual temperature in Casablanca is 18°C. When we visited in March, the weather was quite cool and windy, so bring a light jacket and jeans!
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In high season, we strongly recommend booking accommodation and tours in advance!
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Hassan II Mosque History & Facts
It is one of the most beautiful religious buildings in the world and is home to the second tallest minaret (210 m) in the world. The mosque’s construction on the Atlantic Ocean was inspired by the Qur’anic verse “The throne of God was upon the water”. The building was built and partly financed by King Hassan II, and the rest was funded by donations.
The mosque complex was designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau. The building was constructed almost entirely using Moroccan materials, except for the imported white granite columns and glass chandeliers. Construction took 6 years, with more than 12.500 artisans and workers participating, and was completed in 1993.
The mosque includes a prayer room, a minaret hall, ablution rooms, steam rooms, a medersa, and a museum. In addition, the ablution hall has 45 marble fountains and 600 taps. The Hammam can accommodate 1400 people, equally divided between men and women.
The mosque has a capacity of 105.000 faithful (25.000 inside the prayer hall and 80.000 in the square). Hassan II Mosque is open to non-Muslims. You can learn more about Moroccan/Islamic history and culture during your visit.
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Book this excellent guided tour via Viator or GetYourGuide.
How to Visit Hassan II Mosque
The best way to get to the mosque is to take a taxi, join a guided tour, or rent a car. It takes only 5 minutes by taxi from Casa Port station and costs around 30-40 MAD (3-4 USD).
If you arrive by car, there is a car park near the mosque where you can leave your car. The parking fee is 5 MAD (5 USD) per 2 hours.
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The inside of the mosque can only be visited with a guided tour. (The entrance fee includes the guided tour.) The tours usually last 45 minutes and include visits to the prayer hall, the minaret hall, and the ablution hall.
Make the most of your visit to Casablanca and join a city tour, which includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, a local tour guide/driver, mineral bottled water, a skip-the-line ticket to the mosque, and transportation by a comfortable minivan. During the tour, you can visit the mosque, Rick’s Café, Old Medina, Arab League Park, Mohammed V Square, and Church of Notre Dame de Lourdes.
What should I Wear During my Visit?
The dress code is strict in the mosque. If you’re not appropriately clothed, you won’t be allowed to enter the mosque. Shorts and sleeveless clothing are strictly prohibited. Wear conservative clothing that covers your shoulders, torso, and below the knees.
Shoes must be removed before entering the mosque, so if you do not want to walk around barefoot, bring socks.
Good to know
Women do not have to cover their hair when visiting the mosque.
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Where to Stay in Casablanca
Casablanca has some luxury hotels, but accommodation options are available for all budgets. These are our recommendations.
Best hotels in Casablanca
- Luxury: Radisson Blu Hotel Casablanca
- Mid-Range: Idou Anfa Hôtel & Spa or JM Suites Hotel Eco-Friendly Casablanca
- Budget: Hotel Majestic
Where can I Buy Tickets to Hassan II Mosque?
You can purchase your tickets at the Hassan II Mosque Museum. But avoid queuing at the ticket office and book a tour with GetYourGuide or Viator, which includes a skip-the-line ticket to the mosque.
Hassan II Mosque Entrance Fee
The entrance fee to the Hassan II Mosque is 130 MAD (13 USD) for foreign adults and 30 MAD (3 USD) for children. Children under 6 years are free of charge.
Good to know
Admission for Moroccans, residents, and foreign students is 65 MAD (6.5 USD).
The entrance fee to the museum is 30 MAD (3 USD) for foreign adults and 5 MAD (0.5 USD) for children. You can also buy a combined ticket for 140 MAD (14 USD), which includes a visit to the mosque and the museum.
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Hassan II Mosque Opening Hours & Tour Times
Visitors are only allowed inside the mosque during the fixed tour times.
Tour times from 15 March to 15 September
– Saturday to Thursday at 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, noon, 3 PM, and 4 PM
– Fridays at 9 AM, 10 AM, 3 PM and 4 PM
Good to know
During Ramadan, tour times may vary.
Tour times from 16 September to 14 March
– Saturday to Thursday at 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, noon, and 3 PM
– Fridays only at 9 AM, 10 AM, and 3 PM
Tips for Visiting
- This place offers fantastic photo opportunities, so we recommend arriving early.
- Book your tickets online and skip the line!
- Plan at least 1-2 hours to explore the mosque. After wandering around the building, we recommend you walk along the boardwalk and see it from a different perspective.
- Visit the museum, and if you have time, try the traditional Hammans of the mosque.
- We suggest you wear something brightly colored dress to get even better pictures.
- The mosque is free to visit from outside, so you can take some magnificent photos without paying the entrance fee.
We hope you find our guide to visiting Hassan II Mosque useful and will inspire you to visit Casablanca. If you have any questions or thoughts, let us know in the comment below.
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