Casablanca Jewish Heritage , Beth-El, Ettedgui & Jewish Museum

Discover Casablanca’s Jewish heritage on a private cultural tour led by the founder of Typically Morocco Tours, a licensed guide with more than 20 years of experience and close ties to the city’s Jewish community. He holds a Master’s degree in Jewish Heritage and Tourism Management from ISITT, supported by the Mimouna Association. Visit Temple Beth-El, the Museum of Moroccan Judaism, the historic Mellah, the Jewish Cemetery, and Eim Habanim Synagogue. Learn about Sephardic history, Jewish-Muslim coexistence, family traditions, religious customs, and community life in Casablanca. The experience can be tailored to your interests, including genealogy, family names, ancestral neighborhoods, and migration stories. Please note: the Museum of Moroccan Judaism is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. When unavailable, the itinerary may include an exterior visit and/or another suitable Jewish heritage site, depending on access and opening conditions.

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   Temple Beth-El

   30 min

   Begin your Jewish heritage journey at Temple Beth-El , one of Casablanca’s best-known synagogues. Discover its impressive architecture, stained-glass windows, religious traditions, and the story of Casablanca’s Jewish community.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   20 min

   Continue to a historic Jewish educational institution and learn about the important role Jewish schools have played in preserving Hebrew education, culture, and community life in Casablanca.

3. 3

   Museum of Moroccan Judaism

   45 min

   Explore the Museum of Moroccan Judaism , with its collection of religious objects, traditional clothing, photographs, synagogue furnishings, and artifacts documenting centuries of Jewish life throughout Morocco.

4. 4

   City Hall of Casablanca

   20 min

   Drive through Casablanca Finance City , offering a striking contrast between the city’s historic Jewish heritage and modern Casablanca, with contemporary architecture and new business districts.

5. 5

   Quartier Habous

   30 min

   Walk through the picturesque Habous Quarter , known for its arcades, traditional shops, Moroccan architecture, and historic streets.

6. 6

   Royal Palace of Casablanca

   15 min

   Stop near the Royal Palace and learn about Morocco’s monarchy and the historic relationship between Morocco’s kings and the country’s Jewish community. The visit is normally from the exterior.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   40 min

   Enter Casablanca’s Old Medina and former Jewish quarter to visit the beautifully restored Ettedgui Synagogue. The synagogue is located in the medina and was restored before being rededicated in 2016.

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   Casablanca Old Jewish Cemetery

   30 min

   Finish at Casablanca’s Old Jewish Cemetery, an important place of memory for generations of Jewish families. Historical records distinguish Casablanca’s old cemetery from the later Ben M’Sik cemetery.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.