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Mosques & Madrasas in Morocco: Our Top 15

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Non-Muslims can enter the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and the old Quranic schools in Fez and Marrakech, and not much else. The 15 below are priced and clear about which building you actually get inside.

From Marrakech: Casablanca Tour with Hassan II Mosque Visit - The Marrakech pickup and the road north
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From Marrakech: Casablanca Tour with Hassan II Mosque Visit

1.Casablanca Tour with Hassan II Mosque Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,756 reviews · 13 hours · from $28Our pick

Spend 13 hours traveling from Marrakech to Casablanca by air-conditioned minibus with Wi-Fi. Visit the Habbous Quarter, Mohammed V Square, and the Hassan II Mosque, then pause for lunch and free time at Ain Diab Beach. Guides such as Aziz, Sadok, Fatima, and Rachid are praised for clear explanations and careful group support.

“We spent a lovely day visiting Casablanca. The tour was well planned with stops at regular intervals and enough time to visit the mosque, the beach, a local souk, an amazing panoramic view of the mosque from the sea side and 'pigeon' square which our son enjoyed very much.”

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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket - What happens from pickup to the mosque
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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket

2.Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,971 reviews · 45 min · from $16

Spend about 45 minutes inside Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque with a live guide in English, French, or Spanish. Guides such as Ilyas, Abdel, and Youssuf are praised for clear stories about the mosque, Islam, and Moroccan culture. Choose hotel pickup and drop-off, or meet the team near the mosque museum.

“the place is very beautiful. the driver is on time for the pick up and drop off.”

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Marrakech: Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour - Meeting at Jemaa el-Fnaa
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Marrakech: Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour

3.Ben Youssef, Secret Garden, & Souks Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,802 reviews · 3 hours · from $20

Spend three hours with a licensed local guide exploring Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Secret Garden, Mouassine, Jemaa el-Fnaa, and the Medina souks. Guides such as Abdel, Ali, Abdul, and Hassan are praised for history, humor, and practical shopping help. The walk costs $20, but monument tickets are paid separately in cash.

“The tour was good and the guide was knowledgeable and professional. However, he spoke a bit quietly or it was just too much noise around so we couldn’t really hear him properly. Otherwise, it was great.”

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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, & Koutoubia Mosque - Starting near Koutoubia Mosque
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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, & Koutoubia Mosque

4.Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, & Koutoubia Mosque

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,529 reviews · 3 hours · from $19

Walk through Marrakech’s royal quarter with a local guide such as Ahmed, Abdul, or Rachid. See the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Mellah, Koutoubia Mosque, Bab Agnaou, Kasba, and Jemaa el-Fna. The $19 tour lasts about three hours, but bring cash for the 100 MAD entrance fee at each paying monument.

“We did not get to see the tombs because of the long lines which was the choice of the group. But our guide was able to supplement with additional sites and good conversation.”

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Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket - Rick’s Café, famous in name and limited in access
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Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket

5.Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · from $52Top rated

You’ll tour Casablanca by air-conditioned vehicle with a multilingual driver and guide, stopping at Hassan II Mosque, the Old Medina, Rick’s Café, Habous, Mohammed V Square, churches, parks, and markets. The mosque ticket is included for departures between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Guides such as Majid, Youssef, Hamid, and Simo have been praised for friendly, clear service.

“Youssef is an excellent tour guide. The tour of the Hussain II mosque was excellent. Highly recommend this tour company.”

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Casablanca Day Tour from Marrakech and Big Mosque Visit - The ride from Marrakech and the first break
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Casablanca Day Tour from Marrakech and Big Mosque Visit

6.Casablanca Day Tour from Marrakech and Big Mosque Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,394 reviews · 11 hours - 690 minutes · from $28

Travel from Marrakech to Casablanca by air-conditioned minibus, with hotel pickup, a visit to Sacred Heart Cathedral, United Nations Square, Hassan II Mosque, lunch time, and La Corniche beach. Guides such as Yassine, Moha, Issam, and Khalid are known for friendly commentary. Bring 14 euros for mosque entry, plus lunch and drinks.

“The visit to Casablanca was nice the Mosque is 100% recommended very beautiful. Yassim was great guide you can ask him everything. Thank you.”

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Fes: Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour - Al Attarine Madrasa, the tour’s visual highlight
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Fes: Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour

7.Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,655 reviews · 3h 30m · from $13Best value

Spend 3.5 hours walking Fes Medina with a local guide such as Abdoul, Khalid, or Mondir. See Al Attarine Madrasa, Chouara Tannery, Al-Qarawiyyin, Nejjarine Fountain, artisan workshops, and lively souks. Monument entry costs extra, but the guide helps you navigate the maze and understand what you are seeing.

“We really enjoyed our tour. Abdul was very friendly, passionate, and informative about Fes and its history. Great value for money. Highly recommend.”

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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Madrasa Ben Youssef and Medina Tour - Koutoubia Mosque and the city’s main landmark
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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Madrasa Ben Youssef and Medina Tour

8.Bahia Palace, Madrasa Ben Youssef and Medina Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,347 reviews · 4 hours · from $19

Meet your English- or French-speaking guide at Café de France, or at your Medina riad if you book the private option. Walk from Koutoubia Mosque to Bahia Palace, the Mellah, Ben Youssef Madrasa, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna. Guides such as Yassine, Mouhssine and Hassan are known for clear stories, humor and helpful shopping advice.

“We had a wonderful tour with Mustapha around Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the Medina. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and explained the history and culture in a very engaging way. Mustapha took his time, answered all our questions, and made sure we didn’t miss any important details. Highly recommended, definitely worth the money.”

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Marrakech: Madrassa Ben Youssef, Secret Garden & Medina Tour - Meeting at Café de France in Djemaa El Fna
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Marrakech: Madrassa Ben Youssef, Secret Garden & Medina Tour

9.Madrassa Ben Youssef, Secret Garden & Medina Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,303 reviews · 210 minutes - 4 hours · from $18

Walk through Marrakech with a licensed guide such as Ayoub, Hassan, Yassine, or Mouhssine. Visit Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Secret Garden, follow artisan lanes, learn about hammams and communal ovens, and finish at Djemaa El Fna. The tour lasts about 3.5 to 4 hours, with private and small-group options.

“Ismail was a super guide and very knowledgeable. He was incredibly helpful when maps didn't work on my phone and I couldn't find the meeting place. The pace of the tour was excellent, and the fact we were able to skip the long queues in some places was fantastic. He guided us around the different Souks which was brilliant, if I was on my own, I wouldn't find my way out! I would highly recommend this tour with Ismail as a guide”

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Casablanca: City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket - Ricks Café is a quick photo stop, not a long meal
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Casablanca: City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket

10.City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,137 reviews · 4h 30m · from $53

See Casablanca with a small group, an Arabic- or English-speaking guide, and air-conditioned transport. The route covers Hassan II Mosque, Rick's Café, the Old Medina, Notre Dame de Lourdes, Habbous, city squares, the Central Market, and shopping stops. Guides such as Youssef, Majid, Khiar, and Hamid bring local history and practical help to a packed four-and-a-half-hour visit.

“Fantastic trip tour guide was very knowledgeable and witty he really looked after us from start to finish. The driver was very skilled manoeuvring the busy streets. I would highly recommend this tour well worth the money”

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Private Tour of Casablanca with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket - Old Medina: narrow lanes and a quick look at old Casablanca
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Private Tour of Casablanca with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket

11.Private Tour of Casablanca with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,102 reviews · from $52

Explore Casablanca by air-conditioned car with a private driver-guide, hotel pickup, and entry to the Hassan II Mosque. You’ll visit the Old Medina, Rick’s Café, Arab League Park, Habbous, markets, and major squares. The mosque tour itself is shared with a small authorized group, while the city sightseeing remains private.

“We had a wonderful time. The guide was helpful and very knowledgeable. We had lots of laughs, saw incredible places and learnt a lot.”

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Marrakech: Palace, Museum, Madrasa & Medina Highlights Tour - Starting at Jemaa el Fna
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Marrakech: Palace, Museum, Madrasa & Medina Highlights Tour

12.Palace, Museum, Madrasa & Medina Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 706 reviews · 4 hours · from $18

Walk Marrakech’s old medina with a licensed local guide, visiting Jemaa el Fna, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Dar El Bacha Museum, and traditional souks. Guides such as Yassine, Hassan, and Ismail are praised for clear history and friendly service. Monument tickets cost extra, and the route includes busy shopping stops.

“Yassine was a great tour guide! I learned a lot and had a lot of fun along the way. 5 star experience!”

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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour - Seeing Casablanca from an air-conditioned vehicle
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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour

13.Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 573 reviews · 4h 30m · from $41

Spend 4.5 hours seeing Casablanca with an English or Arabic-speaking guide. Visit Hassan II Mosque, the Old City, Notre Dame de Lourdes, Habbous, markets, and Rick’s Café. Transport, bottled water, and hotel pickup are included, but the mosque ticket costs $16 extra.

“Incredible tour. Our guide, Larbi, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, had a great sense of humour and all round nice guy. Transportation was very comfortable. Would highly recommend!”

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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Medersa, & Souks Tour - Starting at Jemaa el Fnaa and Koutoubia Mosque
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Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Medersa, & Souks Tour

14.Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Medersa, & Souks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 554 reviews · 3 hours · from $17

Walk through Marrakech’s Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Medersa, Mellah, Medina, Souk Semmarine, and Jemaa el Fnaa with a local guide. Guides such as Lahsen, Hassan, Charif, and Abdul explain architecture, culture, and shopping customs. The $17 price excludes 150 DH in monument entry fees.

“Excellent tour however we had booked the one with Bahia Palace and it was changed when we got there but guide was great”

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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour - Seeing Casablanca from an air-conditioned vehicle
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Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour

15.Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 526 reviews · from $40

Cover Casablanca’s main sights in half a day with guides such as Ali, Laarbi, Tahar, or Anas. Visit Hassan II Mosque, the Old Medina, Habous, Rick’s Café, central markets, and more. Hotel or port pickup, bottled water, and air-conditioned transport are included, while the $16 mosque ticket is extra.

“Anas was a wonderful guide! We were able to easily see all of the main sights! Great pace - nothing felt rushed! There was no other way to see the sights in a short amount of time. Anas was so friendly, knowledgeable and kind! Highly recommended this trip to make the most of your time here!”

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