Casablanca Jewish Heritage , Beth-El, Ettedgui & Jewish Museum
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Discover Casablanca’s Jewish heritage on a private tour led by a professional tour guide with a Master’s degree in Jewish heritage from ISITT Tangier and ties to the Mimouna Association. With 20 years of connections to Casablanca’s Jewish community, synagogue caretakers, and museum staff, the tour offers insight into Sephardic history, Jewish-Muslim coexistence, family traditions, and community life. Visit Temple Beth El, the Museum of Moroccan Judaism, the historic Mellah, the Jewish Cemetery, and Eim Habanim Synagogue. Guests interested in genealogy can also discuss family names, ancestral neighborhoods, and heritage research. The Museum of Moroccan Judaism is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. On those days, the visit may be replaced by an exterior stop, extra commentary, or another suitable Jewish heritage site. Ideal for families, multigenerational groups, heritage travelers, genealogy enthusiasts, Hebrew-friendly guests, and Casablanca shore excursions.
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With a master’s degree in tourism management and over 20 years of experience in the industry, I am the proud owner of Typically Moroccan Tours, specializing in creating fully customizable trips across Morocco. We take pride in showcasing the richness of Morocco’s culture, history, and Jewish heritage through meticulously planned tours that offer authentic and unforgettable experiences. Our services include comfortable, air-conditioned transportation with highly qualified drivers who speak multiple languages, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey. Additionally, our dedicated events planners are ready to organize unique occasions and outdoor activities tailored to your preferences.
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The driver will have a sign with your name on it.
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- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
Excellent!! Great service, an excellent person to direct our most amazing experience in Morocco. Very knowledgeable of the history of the country.
Dear Mr. Harari and your wonderful friends, Thank you so much for this beautiful review it truly made our day!. It was an absolute privilege and pleasure to be part of your group's Morocco adventure, and knowing that we were able to create such an amazing experience together means everything to us. Morocco has so many stories to tell, and having guests like you genuinely curious, warm, and open to discovering the soul of this country makes every tour truly unforgettable for us as well. Please extend our warmest wishes to the whole group. We hope the memories of Morocco stay with you for a very long time and that one day, we have the joy of welcoming you all back. Until then, safe and beautiful travels אני מאחל לכם חיים מאושרים, מלאי שמחה, בריאות, אהבה והצלחה.
I had an excellent time with Mr. Abdellatif. He's very knowledgable and is an outstanding and passionate tourguide.
Dear Jonathan, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for these beautiful words ; they mean so much to me personally. It was truly one of those encounters that reminds me why I love what I do. Your curiosity, your warmth, and the conversations we shared made this tour as special for me as it was for you believe me; is a gift every guide hopes for. I will absolutely keep in touch, my friend. Take good care of yourself too. שמור על עצמך With warm friendship from Casablanca.
The visits to the synagogues and museum were great. Unfortunately we didn’t have enough time to visit the Jewish cemetery. We learned so much about how the culture of the Jewish & Muslim people were intertwined. Our guide was so knowledgeable and easy to interact with. We were surprised about how much traffic impacted our timing. We would recommend this tour and guide
Dear Mrs. Lois Mayer, Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful review. It truly warms my heart. It was a genuine pleasure to share with you the fascinating story of Jewish and Muslim coexistence in Casablanca. This is a subject I am deeply passionate about, and having guests who are so open, engaged, and curious makes every tour especially rewarding. You are absolutely right about the Jewish cemetery. It is one of the most moving and meaningful sites in Casablanca, and I was genuinely disappointed that we were unable to visit it that day. As your guide during a shore excursion, my first responsibility is always to ensure that guests return to their ship on time, and unfortunately Casablanca's traffic left us with no choice. I would never risk missing your all-aboard time. The Jewish cemetery will be waiting for you on your next visit, and it would be my pleasure to show it to you properly and share more of its remarkable history. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. They mean a great deal to me and to my small business. I hope Morocco and Casablanca in particular will call you back one day. Until then, take care and stay well. Your guide and friend from Casablanca, Abdel
We had a great tour in Casablanca with Mr. Abdellatif. He was extremely knowledgeable about Moroccan history and took us to all the sites in Casablanca. In addition, we visited the Jewish museum, the main synagogue in Casablanca and other areas of interest to Jewish visitors. It is unusual for a Muslim guide to have such extensive interest in, and knowledge of, the history of Jews in Morocco. It was fascinating!! He also took us to a great local restaurant called La Taverne du Dauphin — delicious seafood!! All in all a wonderful day in Casablanca. We highly recommend Mr. Abdellatif when in Casablanca!!
Dear Andrea and friends, Thank you so much this really made my day! For me, Jewish history in Morocco is simply Moroccan history. I grew up knowing these synagogues, these streets, these stories. It feels completely natural to share them and it always makes me happy when guests connect with that. So glad you loved La Taverne du Dauphin too. That place never disappoints
The tour was great. Our driver and guide were excellent. We were contacted first to re arrange our time and was really good for us giving us time to have breakfast and sort out the little one before leaving. It was also suitable because we didn’t have to spend all day out and about, it was very informative and all we wanted to see. We first went to one of the synagogues, then to another one in the old city, we were allowed time to take pics before going there. It is actually our friends synagogue so we were really happy we could see it all at our own pace. After that we visited the Jewish museum and finally the cemetery where we walked at our own pace. We asked the driver and guide to drop us to one of the restaurants instead of our hotel and nothing was too much trouble. Our guide dropped one of my baby’s toys we left behind that evening at the hotel for us. Thank you for a great tour of Jewish Casablanca
Dear Mariela, dear husband, and sweet little Isaac, What a review! You have made our whole team smile from ear to ear. THANK YOU .Muchas gracias a ustedes! Hosting your family was truly one of those moments that reminds me why I love doing this every day. Mariela from Argentina, a husband with his Italian soul and his Tangier roots, and little Isaac ; this tiny explorer who visited the synagogues of Casablanca before he could even walk! One day you will tell him about it, and he will hardly believe you. I loved every moment of our day together from rearranging the morning schedule so you could enjoy a proper breakfast and get baby Isaac ready without rushing, to visiting the synagogue that belongs to your friends' community. That moment being welcomed into a living synagogue, not simply a tourist attraction ; is something very few visitors ever experience. You truly appreciated it, and that made me very happy. The Jewish Museum, the quiet walk through the cemetery, and then dropping you off at the kosher restaurant instead of the hotel of course! A day exploring Jewish Casablanca deserves to end with a wonderful kosher meal. And Isaac's little toy? That was entirely my pleasure. How could I possibly leave it behind? Mariela, Italy, Tangier, Argentina, and Casablanca all came together in your beautiful family that day. Little Isaac is already a world traveler with extraordinary roots. Morocco was lucky to welcome him. Come back soon there is always more to discover, more stories to share, and a warm welcome waiting for you here in Casablanca. Your friend and tour guide from Casablanca, Abdellatif Typically Morocco Tours typicallymoroccotours.com
The tour was great. Our driver and guide were excellent. We were contacted first to re arrange our time and was really good for us giving us time to have breakfast and sort out the little one before leaving. It was also suitable because we didn’t have to spend all day out and about, it was very informative and all we wanted to see. We first went to one of the synagogues, then to another one in the old city, we were allowed time to take pics before going there. It is actually our friends synagogue so we were really happy we could see it all at our own pace. After that we visited the Jewish museum and finally the cemetery where we walked at our own pace. We asked the driver and guide to drop us to one of the restaurants instead of our hotel and nothing was too much trouble. Our guide dropped one of my baby’s toys we left behind that evening at the hotel for us. Thank you for a great tour of Jewish Casablanca
Dear Mariela, dear husband, and sweet little Isaac, What a review! You have made our whole team smile from ear to ear. THANK YOU .Muchas gracias a ustedes! Hosting your family was truly one of those moments that reminds me why I love doing this every day. Mariela from Argentina, a husband with his Italian soul and his Tangier roots, and little Isaac ; this tiny explorer who visited the synagogues of Casablanca before he could even walk! One day you will tell him about it, and he will hardly believe you. I loved every moment of our day together from rearranging the morning schedule so you could enjoy a proper breakfast and get baby Isaac ready without rushing, to visiting the synagogue that belongs to your friends' community. That moment being welcomed into a living synagogue, not simply a tourist attraction ; is something very few visitors ever experience. You truly appreciated it, and that made me very happy. The Jewish Museum, the quiet walk through the cemetery, and then dropping you off at the kosher restaurant instead of the hotel of course! A day exploring Jewish Casablanca deserves to end with a wonderful kosher meal. And Isaac's little toy? That was entirely my pleasure. How could I possibly leave it behind? Mariela, Italy, Tangier, Argentina, and Casablanca all came together in your beautiful family that day. Little Isaac is already a world traveler with extraordinary roots. Morocco was lucky to welcome him. Come back soon there is always more to discover, more stories to share, and a warm welcome waiting for you here in Casablanca. Your friend and tour guide from Casablanca, Abdellatif Typically Morocco Tours typicallymoroccotours.com WhatsApp: +212 679 417 183
Tour guide knew very little about Judaism. As more Jewish tourists started coming to Morocco in several years ago, many tour guides took classes in Jewish Morocco. However, that makes them far from experts. She knew very little.
Dear Nancy, Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share your experience, and for your patience and understanding throughout our subsequent conversations. I want to be fully transparent with future guests reading this: I was personally unavailable on the day of your tour, as I was leading a multi-day Jewish heritage circuit in Fès, Marrakech, and Rabat. A substitute guide conducted your tour in my absence and clearly did not meet the standard of knowledge and depth that Jewish heritage deserves, and that I personally deliver on every tour I lead. This was my responsibility. I should have informed you in advance and ensured the substitute met my standards. I apologize unreservedly. As a licensed guide with a Master's degree in Jewish heritage supported and financed by Mimouna Association, Morocco's leading NGO dedicated to preserving Jewish-Moroccan heritage I hold myself to a standard that was not reflected in your experience that day. I issued a partial refund as a gesture of sincere goodwill, and I genuinely hope to welcome you back personally one day. Warm regards, A.Abdellatif typicallymoroccotours.com
Excellent tour. Abada so knowledgeable, even spoke Hebrew.
Thank you so much for your kind review ; it truly means the world to us!. We are so happy you had an excellent experience. I do believe that speaking your language is the first step to truly connecting with every guest. Morocco's Jewish story is one of the most beautiful and little-known chapters in history, and it is always a joy to share it with visitors who appreciate its depth. We hope to welcome you back to Casablanca one day there is always more to discover, and more stories to tell. עד הפעם הבאה Your guide and friend from Casablanca, Abdel
I’d had the good fortune to have Mr Abdellatif guide me around Casablanca ~ his knowledge was greatly appreciated. Easy to understand English ~ excellent historical details throughout Just a first class experience I can definitely recommend him as your guide ~ an overall excellent experience JM
Dear What a wonderful note to receive reading it put a big smile on my face. Guiding visitors through Casablanca is something I never tire of, but it is guests like you genuinely curious, attentive, and open to discovery who remind me why I chose this path more than twenty years ago. Casablanca surprises most people. They arrive expecting the movie and leave with something far richer: a living city where centuries of Jewish, Muslim, and Christian history coexist; where Art Deco buildings stand alongside ancient medina walls; and where the Atlantic breeze carries stories from two continents at once. Your recommendation means the world to a small independent guide, and I am deeply grateful for it. Should you ever find yourself back in Morocco, or if a friend of yours is planning a visit, I would be honored to show them around. Until we meet again, safe travels wherever the road takes you next. Warm regards, Abdellatif
Excellent Casablanca tour with a very knowledgeable and experienced tour guide. Highly recommend this tour and tour company.
Thank you so much for your kind words .It genuinely made my day to read this. It was truly a pleasure guiding you through Casablanca. Every tour is special to me, and I always aim to share not just the famous landmarks, but the real soul of this city ; its history, its people, and its hidden stories. I apologize for the late reply, but know that your review is deeply appreciated. Reviews like yours remind me why I love what I do every single day. I hope Casablanca stays with you as a beautiful memory, and should you ever return to Morocco, it would be my honor to show you more of this incredible country.keep safe and healthy
