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7. Casablanca Guided Private Tour Including Mosque Entrance

8. Private Marrakech excursion, camel ride or quad from Casablanca

9. From Tangier : Day trip to Chefchaouen and Akchour the waterfalls

10. Casablanca to Fez Guided Day Trip Experience

11. Private Rabat Guided Day Excursion from Casablanca

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13. Casablanca Private Tour including Hassan II Mosque

14. Casablanca Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer

15. Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner

16. Cook Moroccan Food & Try on Traditional Clothes like a local

17. Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included

18. Private guided tour of Fez with lunch from Casablanca

19. 20 Km Bike Tour in Casablanca: Exploring the Vibrant City

20. Marrakech Day Trip including Lunch, Camel Ride from Casablanca

21. Morning Casablanca: The Medina and Beyond Cultural Walking Tour

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23. 3-Days Trip from Marrakech to Chefchaouen via Imperial cities

24. Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour

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26. Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family

27. Private Rabat Day Trip from Casablanca

28. Casablanca and Rabat Day Tour including Lunch

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30. Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included

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• Cultural Tours
• Sightseeing Tours
• Ports of Call Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Likely to Sell Out
• Special Offers
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Day Trip To Casablanca from Marrakech

2. Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket

3. Private Marrakech Day Trip from Casablanca with Free Camel Ride

4. Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket, Optional lunch

5. Private Full Day Tour to Casablanca and Rabat

6. Private day trip to Rabat from Casablanca

7. Casablanca Guided Private Tour Including Mosque Entrance

8. Private Marrakech excursion, camel ride or quad from Casablanca

9. From Tangier : Day trip to Chefchaouen and Akchour the waterfalls

10. Private Rabat Guided Day Excursion from Casablanca

11. Visit to the Hassan II Mosque at dawn, and breakfast

12. Fez Guided Tour with lunch from Casablanca

13. Casablanca Private Tour including Hassan II Mosque

14. Casablanca Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer

15. Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner

16. Private Photo shooting in Casablanca

17. Cook Moroccan Food & Try on Traditional Clothes like a local

18. Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included

19. Private guided tour of Fez with lunch from Casablanca

20. Marrakech Day Trip including Lunch, Camel Ride from Casablanca

21. Morning Casablanca: The Medina and Beyond Cultural Walking Tour

22. 7 Days Luxury Desert Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech via fez -Camel trekking

23. 3-Days Trip from Marrakech to Chefchaouen via Imperial cities

24. Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour

25. Casablanca Half-day guided tour

26. Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family

27. Private Rabat Day Trip from Casablanca

28. Casablanca and Rabat Day Tour including Lunch

29. 10 Days Morocco Private Tour From Marrakech By South Desert And Imperials Cities

30. Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included

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Top Tours in Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca tours.

• Cultural Tours
• Sightseeing Tours
• Ports of Call Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Likely to Sell Out
• Special Offers
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Day Trip To Casablanca from Marrakech

2. Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket

3. Private Marrakech Day Trip from Casablanca with Free Camel Ride

4. Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket, Optional lunch

5. Private Full Day Tour to Casablanca and Rabat

6. Private day trip to Rabat from Casablanca

7. Casablanca Guided Private Tour Including Mosque Entrance

8. Casablanca Guided Sightseeing Shared Tour with Van

9. Private Marrakech excursion, camel ride or quad from Casablanca

10. From Tangier : Day trip to Chefchaouen and Akchour the waterfalls

11. Private Rabat Guided Day Excursion from Casablanca

12. Fez Guided Tour with lunch from Casablanca

13. Casablanca Private Tour including Hassan II Mosque

14. Casablanca Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer

15. Private Full Day Tour to Marrakech from Casablanca

16. Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner

17. Cook Moroccan Food & Try on Traditional Clothes like a local

18. Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included

19. Private guided tour of Fez with lunch from Casablanca

20. Marrakech Day Trip including Lunch, Camel Ride from Casablanca

21. Morning Casablanca: The Medina and Beyond Cultural Walking Tour

22. 7 Days Luxury Desert Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech via fez -Camel trekking

23. 3-Days Trip from Marrakech to Chefchaouen via Imperial cities

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25. Casablanca Half-day guided tour

26. Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family

27. Private Rabat Day Trip from Casablanca

28. Casablanca and Rabat Day Tour including Lunch

29. 10 Days Morocco Private Tour From Marrakech By South Desert And Imperials Cities

30. Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included

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25 Best Things to Do in Casablanca (Morocco)

Morocco’s main port and the largest city in the Maghreb, Casablanca is a multicultural financial centre known more for its modern construction than its history.

For one, the Hassan II Mosque is the largest mosque on the continent, and a technical achievement with a retractable roof on its prayer room and a high level of artistry in its fittings.

Casablanca’s boulevards were drawn up in the 20th century when forward-thinking French urban planners were given free rein.

This led to a cross-pollination of European and Moroccan design, best seen in the arcades and whitewashed walls of the Quartier Habous, a new Medina for immigrants from around Morocco.

The oceanfront Corniche meanwhile is enriched with Africa’s second-largest mall, beaches, a theme park, a multiplex cinema and sunset views of the Atlantic.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Casablanca:

1. Hassan II Mosque

On a promontory above the ocean is Africa’s largest mosque and the third-largest mosque in the world.

The Hassan II Mosque was consecrated in 1993 after less than eight years of construction, and has a capacity for 105,000 worshippers, 25,000 inside and another 80,000 on the grounds.

One of many staggering feats is the minaret, the world’s second-tallest, at 210 metres and with a laser beam pointing towards Mecca.

The dimensions of the Hassan II Mosque may be awe-inspiring but there’s also exquisite craftsmanship in its marble columns, horseshoe arches, chandeliers, woodcarving and zellige mouldings, all produced by 6,000 master artisans from around Morocco.

A guided tour of the interior, departing on the hour, is not to be passed on, during which you’ll learn more mind-bending facts about the prayer hall’s retractable roof, the vast hammam in the basement and can stop to wonder at the Atlantic.

Included in : Full-Day Casablanca & Rabat Guided Tour

2. The Corniche

The Boulevard de la Corniche curls along Casablanca’s oceanfront for several kilometres, with a palm-lined boardwalk that has seen a lot of regeneration since the 2000s.

On one side are sandy beaches, mostly with private beach clubs, sloping gently to the water.

On the other are hotels, restaurants, fast food chains, bars, exclusive nightclubs, hookah joints and a great deal more.

At the west end is the mammoth Morocco Mall and Parc Sindibad, and we’ll deal with those later.

Behind the Corniche in the eastern Anfa neighbourhood are many of Casablanca’s most opulent homes, roosted on the hillside.

Come to the Corniche late in the afternoon to amble by the Atlantic and watch the sunset from a cafe terrace.

Suggested tour : Private Half-Day Guided Tour of Casablanca

3. Place des Nations Unies

Somewhere to take the pulse of the city, the Place des Nations Unies is a transport hub, plotted at the very beginning of the French Protectorate to link the new city with the Old Medina.

Place des Nations Unies is in a constant state of flux, and the most recent overhaul came in the 2010s with the construction of the Casa Tramway station.

The square is enveloped in mostly modern architecture, although there are a couple of hints from the early days of the square at the famous Hotel Excelsior (1916), and the clock tower, erected in 1908, pulled down in 1948 and reconstructed closer to the Medina in 1993. A modern reference point is the Kora Adia (1975) by architect and sculptor Jean-François Zevaco.

This openwork half-globe symbolises Casablanca’s openness to the world.

4. Mahkama du Pacha

Like stepping into an Andalusian palace, the Mahkama du Pacha is a parliamentary building holding Casablanca’s court of justice, but also serving as a space for state receptions.

True to its name, this was also previously a residence for the Pasha (governor). The complex was built in 1941-42, and the design came from Frenchman Auguste Cadet (1881-1956), who played a key role in development of the surrounding Quartier Habous.

One explanation for the palace’s appearance is that modern building materials were unavailable at the time because of France’s war effort, so the Mahkama du Pacha was constructed in the traditional style, brick by brick, using zellige (mosaic tilework), multi-foil arches, honycomb stuccowork, cedar timber and green tiles.

In true Moorish style, the interior courtyard has an octagonal fountain and fragrant orange trees.

To get in, you can either take your chances and ask the guard to let you sneak a peek for a minute or two, or purchase passes for a guided tour in advance from the ticket office at Hassan II Mosque.

5. Quartier Habous

A calmer, cleaner alternative to the Old Medina, the Quartier Habous is a planned district, built between the 1910s and the 1950s to cope with a sudden influx of migrants from around Morocco.

Habous was built in the style of a traditional Medina, using Moorish style and materials, but at the same time its French architects applied Modern urban planning concepts.

In amongst the intricately moulded street arches, horseshoe arcades and whitewashed buildings are street cafes where you can watch the neighbourhood going about its business over a glass of mint tea and a pastry.

Vendors are famously less pushy in the Quartier Habous and you can seek out leather goods, olives of all sizes and descriptions, traditional clothing, Moroccan sweets, tagines and spices.

An obligatory stop is the little Pâtisserie Bennis, handcrafting traditional Moroccan treats since 1930.

6. Art Deco Architecture (Mauresque)

Casablanca went through unprecedented growth during the days of the French Protectorate.

The economic development that was implemented by General Lyautey (1854-1934) as a kind of insurance against insurgency, is represented by grand boulevards and a style of architecture that blends the curving lines of Art Deco with traditional Moroccan features like zellige, interior courtyards and climate-adapted design.

Many of the best works of Mauresque architecture in Casablanca are on the streets bounded by Mohammed V and Avenue Lalla Yacout to the north and south, and Rue du Prince Moulay Abdellah and rue Ibn Batouta to the west and east.

At the still-working Cinéma Rialto on the corner of Rue Mohammed el Qorri and Rue Salah ben Bouchaib, Josephine Baker entertained American troops for the first time in the Second World War.

Also see Hotel Guynemer (2 rue Brahim Belloul), Hotel Transatlantique (79 rue Chaoui) and Hotel Lincoln, in a state of semi-ruin across from the Marché Central.

In contrast Hotel Volubilis, at 20-22 Rue Abdelkrim Diouri, has come through a successful restoration programme.

7. Place Mohammed V

In the time of the French Protectorate this square, laid out in the 1910s, was named after General Lyautey and as the base of French power is framed by Mauresque architecture.

Check out the 1918 Grande Poste (central post office) on the northern frontage, as well as the 1925 Palais de Justice to the east.

Most striking of all is the Wilaya, former prefecture building to the south, constructed in 1930 and impossible to miss for its square clock tower, which has an air of Venice to it.

You’ll find out pretty quickly why Place Mohammed V has the popular nickname “pigeon square”, and you can pause in the evening and watch the fountain’s water and light show.

8. Old Medina

While Medinas in other Moroccan cities can be traced back hundreds of years, Casablanca’s old walled city is surprisingly young.

It was reconstructed by Sultan Mohammed Ben Abdallah following an earthquake in 1755, and was then almost completely razed during the Bombardment of Casablanca by the French in 1907. The upshot is that this almost indecipherable district of scruffy intertwining streets holds less tourist appeal than its counterparts in Marrakesh and Fez, but merits a daytime visit for anyone who wants to see the real Casablanca.

You can browse for typical Moroccan gifts like olives and argan oil close to the grand arched entrances.

A couple of streets in from Boulevard des Almohades on the north end, you may happen upon the Ettedgui Synagogue, on Rue Al-Aidi Ali Al-Maaroufi, destroyed during the American bombing of Casablanca in 1942 but now restored and rededicated by King Mohammed VI in 2016.

9. Private Half-Day Guided Tour

This is a good point to note that you can be forgiven for feeling intimidated by parts of Casablanca.

So if you want a guiding hand and true local context, there’s a highly rated four-hour tour on GetYourGuide.com.

Available morning or afternoon, the tour can be tailored to your tastes, but ticks off all of the essentials, like the Quartier Habous, the Hassan II Mosque, Place Mohammed V, the Central Market, Notre Dame de Lourdes (more next) the Morocco Mall and Anfa, with its plush hillside residences.

You’ll travel in an air-conditioned minivan, and your guide will fill you in with lots of interesting facts about Casablanca’s customs, culture and history.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available.

10. Notre Dame de Lourdes

Unlike Casablanca’s deconsecrated Église du Sacré-Cœur, Notre Dame de Lourdes (1954) continues to hold services.

This peculiar Modernist building was the work of architect Achille Dangleterre and engineer Gaston Zimmer, with a tall and almost featureless silhouette that belies the beauty of the interior.

There you can enjoy the beautiful stained glass by master glass artist Gabriel Loire (1904-1996) who contributed to churches across Europe and North America.

The lower, lateral walls of the nave are made up entirely of this stained glass: Designed to evoke Moroccan carpets, these panels represent the Immaculate Conception and various Marian apparitions, including at Lourdes.

Above are slender, purely decorative strips between the bulky concrete pillars, casting multicoloured light on the floor of the nave.

11. Villa des Arts de Casablanca

Close to the intersection of the Zertouni and Roudani Boulevards, the Villa des Arts de Casablanca is managed by the ONA Foundation.

This arts organisation stages exhibitions, seminars, music performances and educational workshops, both here and in Rabat.

The Casablanca location is an exquisite Art Deco villa from 1934, and for tourists is mainly a place to come to sample Moroccan art at temporary exhibitions.

When we put this list together at the end of October there was a retrospective exhibition for surrealist turned hyper-realist painter Hamid Douieb, as well as talks by author Mamoun Lahbabi and poet Abdelhak Najib, and a recital by soprano Jalila Bennani.

12. Muhammadi Mosque

Another of the main sights in the Quartier Habous is this spectacular neo-Moorish mosque, named for Mohammed V who ordered its construction and completed in 1936. As with much of the architecture in Habous, the design came from Auguste Cadet, and Mohammed V would visit the site regularly throughout construction.

The building, accommodating 6,000 worshippers, has an unusual, irregular plan, with seven horseshoe-arched doorways on three facades.

In the prayer room are 60 columns over 11 arcades perpendicular to the qibla.

Look for the unusual polygonal columns, and cast your gaze up to the chandeliers, one of which weighs three tons.

The courtyard was modelled on the Moorish mosques of Andalusia, covering 900 m2 and with an imposing central fountain in marble.

13. Museum of Moroccan Judaism

Casablanca’s Jewish population is anything from 2,000 to 4,500 strong, and located in the European City where there are kosher restaurants, community centres and a Jewish school.

Also here, on Rue du chasseur Jules Cros, is the museum dedicated to Judaism in the Arab world.

This was founded in 1997 in a former orphanage for Jewish children, dating back to 1948. Something particularly enlightening here is text from Morocco’s revised 2011 constitution, referring to Hebraic influences as a cornerstone of Morocco’s national unity.

Also a must-see is the recreated jewellery-making workshop of Moroccan Jew Saul Cohen, displaying his tools and workbench.

Artefacts abound at the museum, including a menorah, mezuzahs, the 1944 bimah from the city’s Beni-Issakhar Synagogue, and all sorts of costume, jewellery and art over hundreds of years.

14. Musée de la Fondation Abderrahman Slaoui

An elegant 1940s Art Deco villa, just west of Place Mohammed V, houses this museum presenting the collections of businessman Abderrahman Slaoui (1919-2001). A highlight is a set of more than 80 vintage posters, for tourism and North African products.

There are also marvellous pieces by master jewellers from the 19th and 20th centuries, and a remarkable study of traditional Moroccan costume conducted by photographer and designer Jean Besancenot in the 1930s.

You can pore over works by Mohammed Ben Ali R’bati, held as the first Moroccan figurative painter, and the first to feature in exhibitions in Europe.

Afterwards call in at the museum’s cafe, which has a pleasing view of the city.

15. Phare d’El Hank

An abiding feature of the Casablanca skyline, this lighthouse is at the tip of El Hank peninsula, to the west of Casablanca’s harbour and at the east end of the Corniche.

Raised in the second half of the 1910s, the 51-metre lighthouse is equipped with a second-order Fresnel lens and has a range of 30 nautical miles.

The Phare d’El Hank opens on a pretty informal basis.

If you’re one of the lucky ones you’ll be able to climb 256 marble steps for an awesome view of the Atlantic, Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque.

Also on a visit you’ll see how Casablanca’s richest and poorest neighbourhoods exist side by side.

16. Forêt de Bouskoura-Merchich

Green space is at a premium in Casablanca but on the southern outskirts is almost 3,000 acres of newly planted, mostly eucalyptus forest.

The Forêt de Bouskoura-Merchich is still developing and until the late-2010s facilities were a little sparse.

But slowly picnic areas, toilets and much-needed litter receptacles are being added, and the forest is becoming a go-to for bike rides and morning jogs.

If everything goes to plan there will eventually be a lookout tower, a nature visitor centre, a restaurant, a sensory trail and five children’s playgrounds across four main zones.

17. Temple Beth-El

The largest of Casablanca’s 30+ synagogues can seat 500 worshippers and is an important centre for the city’s Jewish community, and the main venue for spiritual events.

For instance, it was here in April 2019 that Rabbi Yoshiahu Pinto was named Supreme Chief Rabbinical Court Master in Morocco, a post that had been left unfilled for a century.

Temple Beth-El was built in 1942 and needs to be seen inside for its stuccowork, golf leaf, stained glass and chandeliers.

The interior was renovated in 1997, and is a worthwhile detour for anyone inspired by Casablanca’s rare multiculturalism.

18. Morocco Mall

Africa’s second-largest mall opened in 2011 between Plage Ain Diab and Plage Madame Choual.

The Morocco Mall has upwards of 350 stores and services, and contains a 1,000,000-litre cylindrical aquarium holding 40 different species.

As for fashion brands, there’s a mix of premium labels like Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Dior, Fendi and Emporio Armani, plus midmarket retailers from Zara to Pull & Bear, Oysho, H&M, Gap, Bershka, Adidas, Nike, Stradivarius and the like.

For books, movies and a wealth of other media there’s an enormous two-level branch of the French chain Fnac, while the mall’s own Souk has almost 50 handpicked artisans selling jewellery, oils, scents, cosmetics, spices, honey, kaftans and hand-embroidered linens.

Food-wise there are dozens of eateries, whether you’re up for noodles, pizza, sandwiches, crêpes, gelato, frozen yogurt and everything in between.

Last but not least there’s a cinema with two IMAX 3D screens.

19. Casa Tramway

If you’ve been away from Casablanca since the 2000s you’ll be taken aback by the slick new mass transit system that has slashed journey times in the city.

The Casa Tramway opened in 2012 and has two lines, with two more due to open in 2022. T1 runs from Sidi Moumen to Lissasfa (69 mins end to end), and T2 is between Sidi Bernoussi and Ain Diab Plage (77 mins). The lines intersect twice, at Abdelmoumen/Anoual and Ibn Tachfine/Mdakra.

Running these lines are swish Citadis Type 302 trams by the French maker Alstom.

As of 2019, a single trip is 8 dh (0.83) and a double is 16 dh.

To save hassle you’ll need exact change when you buy your ticket from the station kiosks, although you can buy a multi-ride pass at the kiosk on Mohammed V Square.

20. Derb Ghallef

Part of the southern Maârif area, Derb Ghallef is a commercial area boasting the second-largest flea market in the country.

The market is immense, cluttered and confusing, trading antiques, furniture and clothes, but is most famous for its consumer electronics.

Bargain hunters come in their droves for phones, laptops and other gadgets.

For tourists the souk is something to witness for its pure mayhem, more than a place to shop.

The passages aren’t paved, and can become sweltering in summer and turn into rivers in winter.

But what you may find appealing are plenty of street vendors and small restaurants for kebabs, tagines and nuts.

For respite make for the Horticulture Garden, a short walk to the east.

21. Parc Sindibad

The only theme park in Morocco is in a wooded are at the west end of Plage Ain Diab.

In the 20th century Parc Sindibad was a much-loved day out for young Casa residents, but closed due to financial problems in the early 2000s.

Then in the 2010s, with the arrival of a beach resort, the park was redeveloped by a partnership that included Compagnie des Alpes, which owns big French theme parks like Parc Astérix and Futuroscope.

At the time of writing in 2019 Parc Sindibad had some 24 rides and attractions, as well as a small zoo on its east side and a karting track to the south.

The big draws are Le Serpent, a steel rollercoaster, Al Mouja, a toboggan water ride, and Ain Rokh, a tethered balloon for a bird’s eye view 42 metres over the park.

22. Tamaris Aquaparc

Around 15 kilometres west along the Route d’Azemmour from Ain Diab is the Tamaris Aquaparc, ideal for families with younger kids and bored teenagers.

The water park has 10,000 m2 of treated and filtered water in lush, landscaped terrain.

Alongside a large wavepool, beach and lazy river you’ve got a whole line-up of slides, colour-coded Green (family-friendly), Red (a little more daring) and Black (high-speed). The black slides have names like Boomerang, Cannon Bowl and Kamikaze, while smaller children and toddlers can play in a shallow area with fountains and climbing equipment.

There’s a snack bar for burgers, sandwiches and shawarmas, and after you’ve dried off you could go bowling at the 12-lane alley next door.

23. Anfaplace Shopping Center

Right on Boulevard de la Corniche in Ain Diab is a modern, three-storey shopping mall, also loaded with familiar international brands.

Just by way of introduction you’ll find Clarks, H&M, Accessorize/Monsoon, Marks & Spencer, NewYorker, The Body Shop, Swatch, and on-the-go food and drink chains like Starbucks, Paul, McDonalds, KFC, Domino’s and Burger King, all anchored by a big branch of Carrefour.

There’s a surf school on the beach in front of the mall, and a bit further along the boulevard is the Cinéma Megarama Casablanca multiplex.

24. Rick’s Café

We’ve seen by now that Morocco’s chief port and main financial centre may not have the romance of the 1942 Bogart classic.

But a replica of Rick Blaine’s swanky “gin joint” opened on the north edge of the city’s Medina in 2004. A place to lie low while you’re bartering for letters of transit, Rick’s Café is an upmarket restaurant in an historic courtyard mansion, with interior decor inspired by the movie’s main set.

There are horseshoe arches, stencilled brass light fittings, balustraded balconies, and palm fronds casting moody shadows on the white walls.

There’s even a genuine Pleyel piano from the 1930s, with a live pianist playing standards from the 30s,40s and 50s.

Expect to hear “As Time Goes By” more than once each evening.

25. Dream Village

About halfway between Casablanca and the city of Mohammedia close to the forêt des Cascades is a resort with an ecological theme.

The main attraction at Dream Village is the zoo, where trails wind through landscaped greenery next to basic but mostly well-maintained enclosures for tigers, lions, flamingos, emus, bison, bears and waterfowl like swans and ducks.

There’s a leisure park too, aimed mainly at children, with slides, pools, pedal boats and rides, and an equestrian club for horseback riding lessons and treks.

25 Best Things to Do in Casablanca (Morocco):

• Hassan II Mosque
• The Corniche
• Place des Nations Unies
• Mahkama du Pacha
• Quartier Habous
• Art Deco Architecture (Mauresque)
• Place Mohammed V
• Private Half-Day Guided Tour
• Notre Dame de Lourdes
• Villa des Arts de Casablanca
• Muhammadi Mosque
• Museum of Moroccan Judaism
• Musée de la Fondation Abderrahman Slaoui
• Phare d'El Hank
• Forêt de Bouskoura-Merchich
• Temple Beth-El
• Morocco Mall
• Casa Tramway
• Derb Ghallef
• Parc Sindibad
• Tamaris Aquaparc
• Anfaplace Shopping Center
• Rick's Café
• Dream Village

Top Tours in Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca tours.

• Cultural Tours
• Sightseeing Tours
• Ports of Call Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Likely to Sell Out
• Special Offers
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

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15. Exclusive tour of Casablanca with Mosque entry included

16. Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner

17. Cook Moroccan Food & Try on Traditional Clothes like a local

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For many, the word Casablanca conjures up Hollywood's vision of an exotic city of intrigue. But the reality is far removed from film fantasy, more complex and fascinating. Casablanca is Morocco's largest city, the busiest port in North Africa, and home to nearly four million people. An important trading center since the days of the Phoenicians, Casablanca is an evocative blend of more new than old, more familiar than exotic. It is a modern commercial city with an old heart that is home to narrow, cobbled alleys, bazaars and souks, minarets and medinas. Casablanca is a modern city with beaches bordering the Atlantic and broad, tree-lined avenues. The city is also your gateway to Morocco's interior and the exotic "Imperial Cities" of Rabat and Marrakech.

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• El Bahia Palace & Djemaa-el-F'na
• Hassan II Mosque
• Mahakma Law Courts
• Habbous Quarter
• Mausoleum of King Mohammed
• Hassan Tower
• Kasbah of the Oudayas
• Chellah & Archeological Museum

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Step back in time in exotic Marakesh and explore the impressive Eastern architecture of the 19th century palace. Stroll through the colorful market square, home to snake charmers and spice vendors.

Contemporary technology and traditional Moroccan architecture meet in this vast mosque and esplanade, built in 1993 at the sea's edge. It boasts the world's tallest minaret, towering over 650 feet.

The Islamic law courts, the official salon of Casablanca's Pacha, are richly decorated with fine mosaics, intricately carved ceilings, and Moorish details. Discover a lovely fountain in the courtyard.

Narrow streets lead to lively souks and open markets, brimming with local wares, colorful fruits, olive vendors, and spice shops. Roam the stalls, sample traditional delights, and bargain for souvenirs.

Members of the Royal Guard stand proudly at the final resting place of Morocco's great king. Enter the austere mausoleum from the white marble terrace and admire the interior's modern Islamic design.

The 144-foot high minaret was built in the 12th century as part of a mosque that was never completed. The tower walls are eight feet thick and interior ramps can accommodate a rider on horseback.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll past whitewashed homes accented with bright blue trim and take in the spectacular vistas before visiting the older section of the city with its charming shops and cafes.

Morocco's historical ties with ancient Rome are revealed within the galleries of the Archeological Museum, and at the ruins of Chellah, a prosperous Roman town that was abandoned in the 9th century.

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Casablanca cruises are full of adventure, cultural discoveries, and luxury when you set sail with Celebrity. Much like the famous Bogart and Bergman film of nearly a century ago, this Moroccan city evokes a certain romanticism of an exotic coast and culture that few other places do. 

Casablanca is a vibrant coastal city set along the Atlantic seashore of North Africa. It is Morocco’s commercial hub and considered a holy city to many, thanks to its abundance of historic mosques and carefully preserved Moorish Islamic architecture. 

In Casablanca, you’ll find modern shopping and dining, museums, culture, and oceanfront excursions all wrapped into one easy-to-navigate place. The city has a rich French colonial history, and has been a thriving international port since pre-colonial times. It continues to be one of the largest ports in the region, and a financial center for Morocco’s trade economy. The port has made the city a commercial and tourism hot spot, offering visitors on Casablanca cruises world-class amenities and service at every turn.

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Top sights & attractions for cruises to casablanca, hassan ii mosque.

Perhaps the city’s most visually iconic attraction, the Hassan II Mosque is also Casablanca’s biggest tourism draw. This stunningly-sized and ornate mosque has one of the world’s tallest minarets, towering nearly 700 feet into the sky and visible from miles away by sea or land. The mosque’s interior is intricately engraved, carved, and decorated with religious iconography from many different eras. It is so big that it can hold up to 25,000 worshippers at a time, with acoustics that fill the space with beautiful natural sound and ambiance. 

Portuguese Cistern at El Jadida

In the ancient city of El Jadida, a busy commercial port just south of Casablanca, tour the famous Portuguese Cistern. This 16th-Century cistern was built to catch and hold water to be used by residents and merchants during the Portuguese reign in the area. It is beautifully painted with traditional patterns from the era, with a thin layer of water reflecting the well-preserved colors and designs off of its ceilings. The Portuguese Cistern is classified as a cultural heritage monument in Morocco and a worthwhile day trip in combination with the other Renaissance buildings in El Jadida.

Casablanca Cathedral

The Casablanca Cathedral, also known as the “Église du Sacré-Cœur” is an Art Deco-inspired former Roman Catholic church that was built by the French in the 1930s. Though it ceased all religious functions after Morocco gained independence in 1956, it has evolved into a popular cultural center. It represents an important period of French-Moroccan relations, and is emblematic of the blend of cultural and religious tolerance in Casablanca today.

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Spend time shopping for gifts and artisan-crafted souvenirs at the Souq Habous market on one of Celebrity’s cruises to Casablanca. This tangle of narrow streets, packed with colorful shops and stalls is well known for gifts like African spices, rugs, clothing, leather goods, tea, and traditional trinkets. The Souq Habous is easy to walk around, and is located in the beautiful Quartier Habous in the south central section of the city. If you’re looking for something bigger, check out the nearby Central Market, too.

Explore the Medina

Every historic city in North Africa has a medina (or “old town”) and Casablanca's does not disappoint. Walk through the whitewashed streets and leafy squares filled with historic buildings still used for residential and commercial purposes today. Take a guided tour to learn about the history of the area, how it was built to fortify the city, and how European colonial rule influenced its past. The Casablanca Medina is also home to some great small cafes where the buzz of local chatter over mint tea fills the air.

Walk or Bike Down the Corniche

The Corniche road is Casablanca’s seaside thoroughfare, busy with pedestrians taking scenic strolls along the water. This is where you’ll find some of the best views and picture-taking opportunities anywhere in the city. It’s also where the Hassan II Mosque is located, so you can pair a walk or bike ride with a visit to the world-famous attraction at one end of your adventure. Breathe in fresh ocean air as you marvel at the majestic minaret of the Mosque and the contours and colors of this fabulous city in the near distance at your side.

Top Food and Drink Spots Near the Casablanca Port

For the best food in Casablanca, you won’t have to go far from the port. Many of the city’s best restaurants are adjacent to the sea, or nearby in the old city. You can’t miss a French-inspired Moroccan meal at Le Cabestan, a restaurant that’s been in existence since 1927 and boasts oceanfront views right on the Corniche. For something unique, have an Old Fashioned cocktail and sea bass with saffron rice at Rick’s Cafe, a culinary homage to Humphrey Bogart with an indelible style and sophisticated modern menu. Make sure to try all the local teas, and don’t miss out on couscous or local lamb tajine before leaving town.

Culture & History of Casablanca Cruise Port

Long before luxury cruise lines like Celebrity began to visit, Casablanca was a global powerhouse for trade and ships of all kinds. The city got its name from the Portuguese (Casa Branca), which was later adopted to the Spanish language version “Casablanca”. It was dubbed this by merchants in the 18th Century, due to its classification as a safe harbor for pirates and other maritime traders to do business. Casablanca has a heavy French influence in its culture, which adds to the city’s eclectic art, music, architecture, style, and even language.

Casablanca Port Facilities and Location

Cruises to Casablanca are popular partly due to the convenience of their port and quality of facilities. Like many ports in these regional itineraries, Casablanca's cruise port is very close to the medina (old city). This makes walking to activities, dining, shopping, and shore excursion transportation just a quick taxi or bus ride away. The port itself has a number of restaurants and shopping options so you can grab a last-minute gift or bite before continuing on one of Celebrity’s Casablanca cruises.

Transportation in Casablanca

Casablanca is a big, sprawling city, spread out mostly along the shoreline hugging the Atlantic Ocean. Private shuttle and car services are recommended for trips anywhere outside of the city center, and in the center, you can walk or take a licensed taxi if needed. Traffic can cause delays in many parts of the city, but you’ll find that many of the most popular sites are not far from each other, and fairly easy to reach by vehicle.

Shopping Near the Casablanca Cruise Port

Cruises to Casablanca wouldn’t be complete without some great shopping options, and this city’s got plenty to satiate the savvy shopper in all of us. Head to the Souq Habous in the 1930s-built Quartier Habous for a bazaar-type shopping experience, or to small boutiques around the Corniche that borders the harbor and port. You can also walk into the Medina for some gift shopping, which is adjacent to the port and easy to get to by taxi or a private shuttle from the terminal.

Local Currency & Tipping Options

The local currency in Casablanca, Morocco is the dirham. It is the only legal tender in the country, however many older locals may still call it a “rial” or “franc” as a habit from before it existed. For larger purchases, prices may be listed in Euros to help with conversions, and money is easy to change at a currency office, or withdrawn from a local ATM. Make sure to bring cash for smaller items, and it is customary to tip by rounding up in small amounts, or leaving about 5-10% for good food/drink/tour service. Keep in mind, haggling for goods is a local custom here, and a very common and polite practice in marketplaces.

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Casablanca and Coast Line (Pre Cruise)

• Sip wine and see stunning landscapes in Chile's Casablanca Valley, renowned for its premier white and red wine production
• Embark on a scenic ride from Santiago, capturing breathtaking coastal views, and visit the world's largest swimming pool, San Alfonso del Mar
• Explore charming seaside towns including El Quisco, El Tabo, Isla Negra, San Sebastian, Cartagena, and San Antonio
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• Book now for this unmatched pre-cruise day trip and secure your spot

After meeting your local representative from either the Santiago airport or a central city hotel, grab your camera and make a day out of traveling the Chilean coast and into the wine valley region. This full-day Chile tour will take you along the country's coastal towns and give you the opportunity for some amazing photographs. The beautiful landscapes you're about to witness in the wine region will make you think twice about ever wanting to leave them behind; you won't find anything like them anywhere else in the world.

Drive from Santiago in comfort on a scenic ride that takes you first to the Casablanca Valley, a renowned wine growing region. The valley's cool climate makes it the ideal environment for vineyards.

Enjoy a wine tasting while here at 1 of the 3 wineries in Casablanca valley: Veramonte, Emiliana or Bodegas RE. Situated on the coastal plain between Santiago and Valparaiso, the valley is relatively new to the wine industry. Casablanca Valley boasts many cellars with boutique wineries. The region has gained recognition in particular for the white wine production as well as stunning reds.

Continue on a panoramic tour of the coast line between Algarrobo where you will stop to see the largest swimming pool on earth, "San Alfonso del Mar", and take a walk around a wetland. Before arriving at the cruise port in San Antonio, enjoy lunch at "Puerto Tanino," a delightful restaurant perched 100 feet above the marina. Enjoy stunning views and delicious food. Lunch features a welcome drink, two starter options, two main course options, and one drink to accompany your meal (choose from mineral water, soft drink, beer, or a glass of wine).

Next, your drive takes you through sea side towns such as El Tabo, El Quisco, Isla Negra, San Sebastian, Cartagena and San Antonio. However, if time doesn't permit, we'll opt for a parallel highway route atop the hills, leading directly to DPW (Port in San Antonio). If the cruise ship's departure time changes, we'll adjust accordingly and ensure guests are taken to the embarking area at least 1 hour prior to the ships departure.

Look no further for the perfect Chilean coastal and wine valley day trip before your cruise begins, book today.

Please Note: This tour is for passengers starting their cruise in San Antonio. The tour will begin at either the airport in Santiago or a hotel in the central Santiago area and will end at the cruise ship. If you are arriving at Santiago airport on the same day of the tour, your flight must be scheduled to arrive no later than 8:00 AM. If you are staying at a hotel, it is very important that you give us the correct name and address of the hotel, as many hotel chains have several properties. Failure to provide the correct information will result in loss of your tour and will not be subject to a refund. Your cruise must be scheduled to set sail at 5:00 PM or later.

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The Great Concert Ticket Bust

Big musical acts are canceling tours. Are Taylor Swift and Beyoncé the only artists who can sell out shows?

It's probably really great to be Jennifer Lopez . Of my running mental list of people whose lives seem absolutely awesome, she easily falls within the top 10. But just because she lives a charmed life doesn't mean things go great all of the time, and, lately, things have been a little less than ideal for the actor/singer/dancer from the Bronx. Her relationship with Ben Affleck is said to be on the rocks, and beyond any personal woes, she's got professional pains, too. Namely, JLo is apparently having a hard time selling tickets.

Lopez announced a tour to support her new album ( and truly wild accompanying movie ), "This Is Me … Now," earlier this year, but she wound up canceling a bunch of dates amid weak sales. She then rebranded the tour as a greatest-hits show, but fans still weren't tripping over themselves to see her. At the end of May, JLo decided to cancel her tour , saying she was "heartsick" but needed to spend time with her family and friends.

In JLo's defense, she's not the only one having trouble packing venues. The rock duo The Black Keys scrapped a planned arena tour and are expected to announce a "revised" set of dates at smaller venues. On social media, fans have noted that some shows from the pop artists Troye Sivan and Charli XCX as well as the band Wallows appear to be undersold. The Latin trap artist Bad Bunny recently pulled out of a show in Minneapolis, reportedly amid weak sales. Coachella lagged this year, and there's been chatter about a variety of acts not hitting home runs sales-wise in some instances and locations, including Cardi B, Justin Timberlake, and Pink.

This doesn't mean the entire concert industry is in disarray. Taylor Swift is unstoppable . As is Beyoncé whenever she is on the road. Acts such as Luke Combs, Zach Bryan, and Olivia Rodrigo are selling a ton. Dead & Company, the successor band to the Grateful Dead, is adding dates at the Las Vegas Sphere. Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster and rules the roost in the live-events space, had a huge 2023, estimating that 145 million fans attended more than 50,000 events, a 20% increase in fans over the year before. However, not everything is going smoothly for everyone. For some artists, conditions aren't so favorable, and they're struggling to pull in the crowds they anticipated, at least right out of the gate.

"Concert promotion is a betting business. You don't always win. And sometimes, you can be humbled," said Jarred Arfa, the head of global music at Independent Artist Group, whose client roster includes Billy Joel, 50 Cent, and Metallica.

Ticket prices are just astronomical right now.

There are a combination of factors that are dragging down some artists' ticket sales. For one thing, a lot of acts are on tour at the moment. In the wake of the pandemic, artists have been eager to get back out there and recoup lost time and money. Even if the return hasn't been smooth , basically anyone who can be touring is, meaning the space is crowded and oversaturated.

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"You'd never before had a moment in time where all the horses lined up at the starting gate and they all went out on the road at the same time," said Gary Witt, the CEO and co-owner of The Pabst Theater Group in Milwaukee.

The world really is your oyster right now when it comes to catching a show. But it also means that people have a ton of options, and there is only so much time to go around. Maybe you already saw your favorite artist when they first went on the road after the worst of COVID passed, and you don't feel especially inspired to go see them again. Or you like the band or singer in question plenty, but not enough to go through all the rigamarole of seeing them live. Either way, the once feverish demand for that ticket has probably cooled.

Pricing is also a factor. Anyone who's looked for concert tickets recently has probably been gobsmacked at the cost. Many consumers have been spending through inflation , even if begrudgingly so, but no one's budget is limitless, especially as prices for basically everything — including tickets to live events — remain elevated. Pollstar calculated that the average ticket price for the top 100 tours in the first quarter of this year was $123.25, an all-time. Its data indicates that the average ticket price for a Bad Bunny ticket is $290, for Justin Timberlake $216, and for Nicki Minaj $149.

"Ticket prices are just astronomical right now," said David "5-1" Norman, an industry veteran who has toured with Prince, Green Day, and Alicia Keys. "And if you're bringing a child with you, and then you have to stay overnight and gas and hotel and then food, that stuff adds up."

Just having the big song doesn't necessarily always translate into ticket sales.

Going on tour is always a gamble based on numerous factors including ticket history, streaming performance, email list sizes, and online attention. But there are no guarantees that any of that will translate to hard ticket sales . There are artists who might have massive numbers online but whose fans are only surface-level and don't really care enough to appear at a show. The way artists break out on social media nowadays makes it even harder to figure out whether that might be the case. Having a couple of hits on Spotify or TikTok doesn't mean someone can sell out a stadium.

That's why, in some cases, there seems to be a degree of overshooting. Artists (and their agents and managers and promoters) are trying to sell out bigger venues than they can. A more conservative approach would be to book a handful of big venues and see how it goes before committing to more, but that's not the approach everyone is taking.

"We have some hard-rock artists who you've never even heard of and they sell out everywhere, but they have that loyal fan base," Arfa said. "Just having the big song doesn't necessarily always translate into ticket sales." For every five or six acts that are doing great touring, one is a little clunky, he added. "We're having a couple conversations where we're thinking it may be best to push into Q1 of next year because of a high level of traffic on the road right now."

A spokesperson for Live Nation said in a statement that over 100 million tickets have been sold this year, even with fewer stadium shows touring, and that sales for shows in arenas, amphitheaters, theaters, and clubs are up "double digits" from last year. "Every year some events naturally fall off for various reasons, and in 2024 across all venue types we've seen a 4% cancellation rate – which is flat to last year," the spokesperson said.

Every artist and situation is unique. Bad Bunny may not have been able to sell such high-priced tickets in Minneapolis, but he's sold a ton of other places. JLo seems to have a lot more on her plate than trying to tour right now, and the Black Keys will probably do fine in smaller venues. A representative for Live Nation, which is producing the Troye Sivan/Charli XCX show, said the tour had sold out some dates and was 70% sold across the board, implying there had been misconceptions about sales online. (They said Wallows is selling "well" without providing on-the-record specifics and pointed to public statements from the Black Keys and Lopez, the tours of which Live Nation all produced.) Hiccups are not all about ticket sales, either. Kid Cudi canceled his tour this year because he broke his foot jumping off the stage during Coachella, and many acts aren't specifically saying the problem is sales when they do cancel.

There are strategies acts undertake to try to freshen things up for fans and boost sales, such as combining forces or bringing in special guests. Def Leppard is touring with Journey this year, and last year it toured with Mötley Crüe. There's always good old marketing. Live Nation recently wrapped its "concert week," which offers a variety of tickets at $25 — a good way to push tickets that aren't moving.

There is, of course, a huge issue that undergirds the entire conversation: Buying tickets is supremely annoying. You have to really want to see a show to try to navigate the labyrinthine purchase process. Live Nation-Ticketmaster dominates the market, which critics — including the Department of Justice, which is suing the company over claims of anti-competitive practices — say stifles innovation, allows for unfair markups, and contributes to an overall negative experience for fans . Fees on tickets are confoundingly high and seemingly endless . Bot armies snatch up tickets when they go on sale and flip them on the secondary markets for exorbitantly high prices. (One piece of silver lining here is that this year's lowered demand has resulted in lower resale ticket prices. SeatGeek says the average resale ticket price to attend a summer concert this year is $214; last year, it was $257, though a lot of that was due to Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.)

"The time when customer experiences aren't good is usually when there's a monopoly involved," Witt, from The Pabst Theater Group, said.

JLo, of course, will be fine — she is very rich, famous, and beautiful after all. Her fans will survive and will probably have a chance to see her perform again. But next time she hits the road, they'd be wise to scoop up her tickets fast so "This Is Me … Whenever In the Future" doesn't get axed, too.

Emily Stewart is a senior correspondent at Business Insider, writing about business and the economy.

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What is the cut at 124th U.S. Open?

The cutline at the 124th U.S. Open will be made after the second round and include the top 60 players and ties. (Keyur Khamar/PGA TOUR)

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PINEHURST, N.C. – The U.S. Open offers perhaps the most challenging cut line in professional golf. Amidst this week’s firm, fast conditions at Pinehurst No. 2, it won’t be any easier.

The top 60 players and ties will make the 36-hole cut at the U.S. Open, with no cut between the third and fourth rounds. It’s a contrast from the season’s other majors – the PGA Championship and The Open Championship each take 70 players and ties through 36 holes. The Masters takes the top 50 and ties, but the field at Augusta National is traditionally less than 100 players, compared to the 156-player fields at the season’s other three major championships. (The top 65 and ties make the cut at THE PLAYERS Championship, also a 156-player field).

Prior to 2012, the U.S. Open also implemented a 10-shot rule, where any additional players within 10 shots of the lead would also make the 36-hole cut. This rule was removed to keep too many players from making the cut and to maintain the pace of weekend play, said former USGA executive director Mike Davis at the time – 108 players made the cut, for example, at the 1996 U.S. Open at Oakland Hills.

The U.S. Open’s history of demanding course conditions means that the event often features one of the season’s highest cut lines. Last year’s cut at Los Angeles Country Club was a modest 2-over, but early-week conversation at Pinehurst indicates this week’s cut could come a few strokes higher. The venue’s abundant wiregrass will cause unpredictable lies – compounding the challenge of Donald Ross’ turtleback greens with severe runoff areas.

Friday’s cut line pressure is unlike anything in pro golf – and it’s magnified at the U.S. Open.

Punk legends The Saints have reformed with an awesome and surprising new line-up

Mark Arm is sitting in the warehouse at Sub Pop records in Seattle. He's just clocked off from his day job at the label but his mind is elsewhere.

This November, the founder of grunge legends Mudhoney will have a new gig. He'll become the new frontman of The Saints, one of the most iconic bands in punk history.

"I'm kind of overwhelmed and super excited," he says. "I just hope to God that I do everyone proud. It's kind of frightening. It's a lot to take on. I don't want to f*** this up."

Return of the original punks

Punk rock history is hotly debated among music fans. While there are plenty of claims about who released the first punk record, there's no denying The Saints were pioneers.

The band formed in Brisbane's outer suburbs in 1973 and released their searing debut single '(I'm) Stranded' in 1976, months before the first releases from bands including Sex Pistols and The Clash. Their debut album followed in early 1977.

After being largely ignored in Australia, the band decamped to the UK where they made two more incredible albums before the band's classic line-up fell to pieces.

Frontman Chris Bailey kept the band going with different personnel until his death in 2022. Kuepper rejoined the band for limited but unforgettable shows in 2007 and 2009.

The call for Mark Arm to join the legendary Brisbane-bred punk rock band came through earlier this year. It took Arm by surprise. Like most red-blooded rock 'n' roll fans, he loves The Saints, but he has no personal relationship with the band's members.

"I've been in bit of contact with Ed, a couple emails, but I'm yet to meet him in person," Arm admits.

They might not yet be friends, but they are certainly mutual fans.

"I just think he's just got a fantastic voice," Kuepper says of his decision to ask Arm to front the band. "I just really like his singing. I wanted a vocalist that had a certain kind of power and vocal presence, and Mark has that."

Arm is not the only new face in this iteration of the band. Sunnyboys bassist Peter Oxley, who has accompanied Kuepper in The Aints and his recent solo work, will hold down the lower end with original Saints drummer Ivor Hay.

The great Mick Harvey — founding member of The Boys Next Door, The Birthday Party and Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, and an esteemed solo artist — joins Kuepper on guitar.

"I'd rehearsed with Ivor and Peter a couple of times, and I was thinking, 'I sort of miss my double-track guitar-playing, playing these songs,'" Kuepper explains of choosing to enlist a new guitarist.

"We considered a few people, and then Mick came up in the conversation, and I just thought, 'Yeah, f***, that is obvious.' He has the history. He's a really strong rhythm guitar player. I think I'm a fairly strong rhythm guitar player, and the combination of the two, the electric and the acoustic, will work really well."

Arm won't be in Australia to rehearse for some time. For now, he's practising every day by singing along to Saints songs on his daily commute to the Sub Pop warehouse.

And while his lips have mostly remained sealed so far, he couldn't resist letting a visiting Australian in on the secret.

"I saw the Cosmic Psychos two nights ago and, in between talks of new hips and hearing aids and whatnot, I told Ross [Knight, frontman and bassist] about this," Arm says.

"He was starting to get a little giddy."

The reformation tour will see the band play Saints songs from 1973-78 – the years Kuepper was in the band – and coincides with a long-awaited reissue of the band's classic 1977 debut album, (I'm) Stranded.

"This reissue of the first album, this box set, has been a work in progress for about four, maybe five years," Kuepper explains.

"It all started before Chris [Bailey, original frontman] died and then kind of got paused for a little bit. It's just been this really long, ongoing process."

The band's fervent fans will be beside themselves with excitement about this unexpected development in The Saints' long and complicated story. The good news is Kuepper – for whom The Saints is just one of many musical projects across his long career – is genuinely very excited as well.

"When we started the rehearsals – we've only done two – it was just really great going through that material again," he says.

"I've played some of those songs over the years, but always differently. Now doing them differently again, by sort of sticking fairly closely to the original arrangements, it was energising.

"I found it inspiring in a way that I didn't think that I would. I thought I'd enjoy this, but I'm actually thinking, 'This is going to be really great.'

"You can never relive the past, it's going to be of the now, but there's going to be an atmospheric aesthetic, which harkens to that earlier material.

"I'm excited about it. Which is a great feeling."

As far as Mark Arm is concerned, he just wants to do the right thing by the band and the fans. He's a rock legend in his own right but has no interest in letting ego get in the way of a celebration of such a special band.

"I want to be true to Chris and try to honour him," he says. "I'm not going to just scream my way through Saints songs: That doesn't make sense. I'm focusing on trying to get the attitude and the delivery… I want to do it right.

"It's not about me. This isn't about me at all. I just get to participate in it."

The Saints' national tour kicks off at Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide, on November 13, before heading to Castlemaine, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Brisbane.

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