Casablanca International Marathon 2027: spectator guide and weekend itinerary

29 to 31 October 2027 · ExpectedCasablanca, Morocco

Casablanca International Marathon takes runners a few hours and spectators all day. This guide gives supporters cheer points they can reach by public transport, plans the expo day and race eve around tired legs, and fills the recovery day in Casablanca.

Tours in Casablanca Hotels for these dates

Airport to Corniche and the city centre

Mohammed V International (CMN) is 30 km south of the centre. The Al Bidaoui train runs from the airport to Casa Voyageurs and Casa Port in about 40 minutes for around 50 dirhams. A taxi costs about 300 dirhams at fixed airport rates.

Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.

Public transport directions to Corniche and the city centre

Where to stay by budget

Budget	Where	Why
Budget	Centre ville and Boulevard Mohammed V	Art Deco blocks, tram on the doorstep, cheapest rooms and quick trains to the airport from Casa Port.
Mid-range	Maarif and Gauthier	Restaurants, cafés and shopping streets, central for both stadium side and the corniche.
Splurge	Ain Diab corniche	Sea-view resorts with pools, beach clubs and the best sunsets. Taxis to everything.

Three hotels we would book

Budget: Ibis Casablanca City Center
Mid-range: Hyatt Regency Casablanca
Splurge: Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca

Links search the nights from 28 October to 1 November. Event weekends sell out early and prices rise as the date gets closer: book a cancellable room as soon as you know you are going.

Day plans for the free hours

Built around the usual marathon weekend schedule for 29 to 31 October 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.

Arrival and expo

Wednesday 27 October

Runners collect bibs at the expo. Companions can split off for a half-day.

Half-dayHammam and spa ritual Half day · Indoor · Low walking
Traditional scrub and massage, the best way to recover after a match.
EatLa Sqala Moroccan breakfast and lunch in an 18th-century bastion garden

Day before the race

Thursday 28 October

Runners rest their legs: pick seated or slow outings, then an early pasta dinner.

Easy outingStreet food tour in the old Medina Evening · Food · Nightlife
Snail soup, msemen and grilled sardines with a local guide.
EatLe Cabestan Seafood and cocktails on the cliffs at Ain Diab

Race day

Friday 29 October

Spectators: pick two cheer points you can reach by public transport, then meet at the finish.

Cheer pointThe Corniche near the Hassan II Mosque.
EatMarché Central Pick fish at the stalls and have it grilled on the spot

Recovery day

Monday 1 November

Sore legs: boats, buses and long lunches beat walking tours today.

Easy outingHassan II Mosque guided tour Half day · Family · Indoor · Low walking
The only working mosque in the country open to non-Muslims, with tours several times a day except Friday mornings.
Rain or heat backupMoroccan cooking class Half day · Food · Indoor
Market shopping, tagine and couscous, then lunch.

Family-friendly picks

Full day · Family

Day trip to El Jadida and Azemmour

The Portuguese cistern and old ramparts by the sea.

See times and prices

Half day · Family

Surf lesson at Ain Diab

Beginner waves on the city beaches, boards and wetsuits included.

See times and prices

Half day · Family · Indoor · Low walking

Hassan II Mosque guided tour

The only working mosque in the country open to non-Muslims, with tours several times a day except Friday mornings.

See times and prices

Half day · Low walking · Family

Casablanca city tour by car

Habous quarter, Royal Palace gates, the Corniche and Rick's Café in one loop.

See times and prices

Morocco Mall has an aquarium and an indoor play area.
Sindibad Park in Ain Diab is a theme park with rides and animals.
Beach afternoons at Tahiti Beach or Madame Choual clubs.

Evening and day-trip tours

Evening · Food · Nightlife

Street food tour in the old Medina

Snail soup, msemen and grilled sardines with a local guide.

See times and prices

Full day · Family

Day trip to El Jadida and Azemmour

The Portuguese cistern and old ramparts by the sea.

See times and prices

Full day · Family

Day trip to Rabat

Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V mausoleum.

See times and prices

Full day

Day trip to Marrakech

Long day by train or car to the Medina and Jemaa el-Fnaa.

See times and prices

After dark

Rooftop bars along Boulevard d'Anfa.
Ain Diab beach clubs and lounges after dark.

Ten tours worth booking for Casablanca International Marathon

Tour	Length	Good for
Day trip to El Jadida and Azemmour	Full day	Families
Hammam and spa ritual	Half day	Bad weather, Tired legs
Surf lesson at Ain Diab	Half day	Families
Art Deco architecture walk	Half day	Everyone
Hassan II Mosque guided tour	Half day	Families, Bad weather, Tired legs
Casablanca city tour by car	Half day	Tired legs, Families
Moroccan cooking class	Half day	Food lovers, Bad weather
Day trip to Rabat	Full day	Families
Day trip to Marrakech	Full day	Everyone
Street food tour in the old Medina	Evening	Food lovers, Night owls

Event weeks sell out. Book tours with free cancellation as soon as the session times are published.

Where to eat

Rick's Café Casablanca-the-film themed dining by the old Medina walls
La Sqala Moroccan breakfast and lunch in an 18th-century bastion garden
Le Cabestan Seafood and cocktails on the cliffs at Ain Diab
Marché Central Pick fish at the stalls and have it grilled on the spot
Habous quarter pastry shops Cornes de gazelle and almond briouats
Boulevard de la Corniche cafés Mint tea with sea views at sunset

Reserve dinner for the nights around the event: restaurants near the venue fill up days ahead.

Rainy-day backups

Half day · Indoor · Low walking

Hammam and spa ritual

Traditional scrub and massage, the best way to recover after a match.

See times and prices

Half day · Family · Indoor · Low walking

Hassan II Mosque guided tour

The only working mosque in the country open to non-Muslims, with tours several times a day except Friday mornings.

See times and prices

Half day · Food · Indoor

Moroccan cooking class

Market shopping, tagine and couscous, then lunch.

See times and prices

Hassan II Mosque interior tour.
Villa des Arts and the Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation museum.
Anfa Place and Morocco Mall for shopping and cinemas.

Getting around on event days

The Casablanca tram (two lines plus busways) links Casa Voyageurs, the centre, Maarif and Ain Diab for about 8 dirhams.
Petit taxis run inside each city on the meter: ask the driver to switch it on, or agree the fare before you get in. Grand taxis are shared and run fixed routes between towns.
Careem and inDrive work in Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, Tangier and Agadir. Expect to pay in cash in dirhams in most places.
Al Boraq high-speed trains link Tangier, Kenitra, Rabat and Casablanca. Classic ONCF trains continue to Marrakech and Fez. Book on the ONCF app; first class is cheap and worth it on busy days.
Fridays around midday prayers and the evenings during Ramadan change opening hours and traffic.

Day trips from Casablanca

Rabat: 1 hour by Al Boraq or 55 minutes by regular train
El Jadida: 1.5 hours by car
Marrakech: 2.5 to 3 hours by train

Bringing a group?

Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Casablanca International Marathon.

Plan a group trip

Questions people ask

When is Casablanca International Marathon 2027?

The next edition is 29 to 31 October 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

How do I get from the airport to Corniche and the city centre?

Where should I stay for Casablanca International Marathon?

For most visitors the best base is Maarif and Gauthier: Restaurants, cafés and shopping streets, central for both stadium side and the corniche.

What else can we do around Casablanca International Marathon?

Good short outings in Casablanca include Hassan II Mosque guided tour, Casablanca city tour by car, Moroccan cooking class. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

What is there for kids and families near Casablanca International Marathon?

Family-friendly picks: Hassan II Mosque guided tour, Casablanca city tour by car, Day trip to Rabat. Morocco Mall has an aquarium and an indoor play area.

How far is Corniche and the city centre from Casablanca centre?

About 1 km in a straight line. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.

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