Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca
The national port authority identifies Casablanca as a passenger-handling commercial port and publishes port activity information.
Cruise planning
Research Casablanca cruise calls before you travel.
Use the timetable to see upcoming cruise ship calls, busy-day signals, ship counts, and port context alongside the guide, map, weather, and readiness tools.
Schedule note
Port schedules can change because of weather, berth availability, itinerary updates, and operational decisions. Verify important times with your cruise line or the port authority before travel.
At a glance
Port profile
Country, code, and on-shore essentials.
Country
Morocco
Port code
MACAS
Coordinates
33.583, -7.600
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Explore ashore
A closer look at Casablanca
Your port day at a glance
Plan your time ashore in Casablanca
Casablanca is an exact passenger arrival with call-specific port, transfer, and return-time requirements.
Before going ashore
Before going ashore, confirm the berth or tender point, local time, all-aboard deadline, and the meeting location for any independently booked transport or tour.
Arrival
Usually docks
Town access
Taxi recommended
Can you explore independently?
Choose one local plan or one properly timed regional excursion rather than combining uncertain transport links.
VoyagePro planning verdict
This port works best when you confirm the exact arrival point, choose one coherent plan, and protect the return to the ship with a comfortable time buffer.
Best for
- •Travelers who confirm the exact arrival point
- •A focused local plan
- •One well-timed longer outing
Needs extra planning when
- •Your transfer or pickup point has not been confirmed
- •Your itinerary depends on several tightly timed stops
- •Your plan assumes every attraction can be reached on foot
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Step off the ship with a plan
Arrival, terminals and getting into town
Confirm the actual berth first—local access can change substantially between terminals.
Where your ship arrives
Cruise ships use an assigned berth in Casablanca's large secure commercial port rather than a pedestrian waterfront terminal.
Getting into town
Central Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque require shuttle, taxi, coach, or organized transfer through the port gate.
Port shuttle
Use the official port or ship shuttle when offered and confirm its destination and final return.
Taxi and local transport
Use only the marked passenger pickup area and prebook scarce or accessible vehicles.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
What official and local sources say
Local details from reviewed sources
A concise summary of useful details found in port, municipal, transport, terminal, and tourism material.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Build a realistic day
Choose a plan by time in port
Start with the usable time you have ashore, then leave a comfortable return margin.
Quick call
2–3 hours
Independent exploration is practical only after confirming the exact landing and protecting the ship return time.
Half day
4–6 hours
Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco centre, Habous Quarter, markets, and a carefully timed Rabat plan are the main choices. Central Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque require shuttle, taxi, coach, or organized transfer through the port gate.
Long call
7+ hours
Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco centre, Habous Quarter, markets, and a carefully timed Rabat plan are the main choices. Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Plan for comfort
Accessibility and mobility
Mobility overview
Industrial-port distance, heavy traffic, heat, mosque access rules, and historic paving require planning.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Avoid the rushed version of this port
Common planning mistakes
1
Not checking the arrival point
2
Assuming everything is walkable
3
Leaving no return margin
Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Answers from reviewed guide sources
Casablanca port questions
These answers use the reviewed operational fields above; check the linked source when a detail affects a booking or transfer.
Will the ship dock or tender?
Cruise ships use an assigned berth in Casablanca's large secure commercial port rather than a pedestrian waterfront terminal.
How do I get from the ship into town?
Central Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque require shuttle, taxi, coach, or organized transfer through the port gate.
Should I plan a shuttle, taxi, or transfer?
Use the official port or ship shuttle when offered and confirm its destination and final return. Use only the marked passenger pickup area and prebook scarce or accessible vehicles.
Can I explore independently?
Choose one local plan or one properly timed regional excursion rather than combining uncertain transport links.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Morocco National Ports Agency – Port of Casablanca.
Guide review and sources
Operational details can change by berth, weather, and ship call. Confirm important arrangements before travel.
Reviewed Jul 18, 2026
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Build a route you can actually use
Practical places around Casablanca
Choose a few places that fit your time ashore, then check access and transport before setting out.
Transport starting point
Central Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque require shuttle, taxi, coach, or organized transfer through the port gate.
Arrival location reference
Casablanca cruise destination reference· Cruise destination area
Local landmark
Hassan II Mosque
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Plan local transport from the assigned terminal or landing rather than assuming this stop is walkable.
Local transport may be needed from the arrival point
Local landmark
Art Deco centre
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca.
Read more
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Use the official visitor information for directions. No sufficiently reliable geotagged match was found, so this place is intentionally not pinned.
No verified map pinPlace information
Local landmark
Habous Quarter
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
This is near the destination reference, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or tender landing.
Near the destination reference; confirm the walking route
Local landmark
carefully timed Rabat plan
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca.
Read more
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Casablanca. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Use the official visitor information for directions. No sufficiently reliable geotagged match was found, so this place is intentionally not pinned.
No verified map pinPlace information
Source summary3 sources
Reviewed 2026-07-25. Location placement, transport, and attraction information retain separate sources so each can be checked and updated independently.
Live port-day planner
Plan my port day in Casablanca
Choose an upcoming call and ship to turn the published schedule into a practical planning window.
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Choose your ship
Your selected call
Le Dumont-d'Urville
Arrival
8:00am
Departure
8:30pm
Scheduled window
12h 30m
1 ship that day
Up to 184 passenger capacity
Planning return buffer
Count back from the published departure time.
Planning checkpoint: 7:00pm
This is a personal planning checkpoint, not the ship's official all-aboard time. Always follow the time and instructions issued onboard.
Guide match for this window
A longer outing may fit, but protect the return journey from weather, traffic, queues, and tender delays.
Schedule source summary
Dates, ships, and times come from the currently published cruise-call records. Schedules can change, and passenger totals represent available ship-capacity data rather than a forecast of people going ashore.
Destination guide
About Casablanca
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781.
The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
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Explore ashore
Shore excursions in Casablanca
Explore tour options for your port day. Check the meeting point and return time against your ship’s schedule before booking.
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Independent shore excursions
Select any tour card to view current details, availability, and booking on the Shore Excursions Group website.
Standard
4 hours
Casablanca Sightseeing
Discover the lively streets of Casablanca, Morocco, where you can explore iconic attractions like the Hassan II Mosque, the Corniche, and a host of other captivating sites.
Scenic, Cultural, Historical Easy
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Standard
5 hours
Hassan II Mosque, Royal Palace, and New Medina Experience
Explore Casablanca on a guided city tour with convenient pick-up right from the port. Visit iconic sites like the Hassan II Mosque, Rick's Cafe, and the vibrant Old Medina. Enjoy scenic views along Boulevard de la Corniche, stroll through charming districts, and shop for souvenirs at the traditional Souks. Experience the rich culture and history of Casablanca with an expert guide.
Walking Tour Easy
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Standard
10 hours
Full Day Marrakech Highlights
Embark on a comprehensive journey that encompasses Casablanca's renowned historical landmarks, natural wonders, and culinary delights, all conveniently bundled into one enriching experience.
Scenic, Cultural, Historical Easy
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Photo credits
Place photos are resized for display and cropped where needed.
- Fountain detail in Casablanca’s Habous Quarter — Taloubant · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Backlit minaret and waterfront silhouette of Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca — Milamber's portfolio · CC BY 2.0