City in Casablanca-Settat, Morocco
Casablanca for solo travelers
Is Casablanca good for solo travel?
Morocco's largest city and business hub: modern, spread out and less touristy than Marrakech, with the Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco centre and a big expat community. Traffic, grit and hassle are the downsides.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 3/5 · Good, with some effort |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Common in tourist areas |
| Safety | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Solo women | Busy, cosmopolitan areas are easier than medinas, but catcalling happens. Dress modestly in the old city and avoid empty streets late at night. |
How to meet people in Casablanca
Cafés and rooftop bars in Maârif and Gauthier, language exchanges, coworking and expat meetups, and surfing or yoga on the Corniche.
Good things to do alone
- Tour the Hassan II Mosque interior
- Walk the Corniche at sunset
- Explore Art Deco in Gauthier
- Browse the Habous quarter
- Try Casa's seafood at the port
Where to stay in Casablanca
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Maârif | Cafés, shops, nightlife and apartments; central |
| Gauthier | Walkable Art Deco area with restaurants and boutiques |
| Anfa / Ain Diab Corniche | Beach clubs, upscale hotels and bars; need a taxi |
| Habous and Old Medina | Crafts and local life; for a few hours, not to stay |
Solo travel across Morocco
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Fes | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Chefchaouen | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Essaouira | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Tangier | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Agadir | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Taghazout | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Rabat | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Imlil | 4/5 | Limited |
| Asilah | 4/5 | Limited |
| Casablanca | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Merzouga | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Ouarzazate | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Meknes | 3/5 | Limited |
Quick answers
Is Casablanca good for solo travelers?
Good, with some effort (3/5). Morocco's largest city and business hub: modern, spread out and less touristy than Marrakech, with the Hassan II Mosque, Art Deco centre and a big expat community.
How do you meet people in Casablanca?
Cafés and rooftop bars in Maârif and Gauthier, language exchanges, coworking and expat meetups, and surfing or yoga on the Corniche. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Casablanca?
Common in tourist areas.
Is Casablanca safe for solo female travelers?
Busy, cosmopolitan areas are easier than medinas, but catcalling happens. Dress modestly in the old city and avoid empty streets late at night.
More about Casablanca
Going to Casablanca solo?
SoloSquare is where travelers, nomads and locals in Casablanca meet up for small plans: coffee, dinners, walks and day trips. Join one, or start your own in a minute.
Sources
Ratings are SoloSquare's editorial judgment. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.