Hassan II Mosque
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FIFA World Cup 2030 · Host City
Casablanca at the World Cup 2030
Where to stay, how to reach the stadium, what to do between matches — and how to turn your fixtures into a private Morocco trip.
Grand Stade Hassan II (Benslimane)115,000 seatsAtlantic Coast
Casablanca for the World Cup
Casablanca at the 2030 World Cup
Casablanca is Morocco’s host city for the biggest 2030 World Cup matches. Games are played at the new Grand Stade Hassan II in Benslimane, ~40 km north of the city — at 115,000 seats the largest football stadium in the world, and the favourite to host the final. Morocco’s economic capital pairs the tournament with the vast Hassan II Mosque, an Atlantic corniche and direct flights from across the globe via Mohammed V Airport.
Atlantic Coast115,000-seat stadiumPrivate transfersTours between matches
Why go
- Hosts the marquee fixtures at the 115,000-seat Grand Stade Hassan II — the venue most likely to stage the final.
- Morocco’s main international gateway: Mohammed V Airport has the widest long-haul connectivity in the country.
- Home of the Hassan II Mosque, the second-largest mosque in Africa, built out over the Atlantic.
- The most cosmopolitan Moroccan city — art-deco heritage, beach clubs on the Corniche, and a serious dining scene.
Host stadium
Grand Stade Hassan II (Benslimane)
Capacity
115,000 seats
Region
Atlantic Coast
Nearby host cities
Rabat, Marrakech
The stadium
Grand Stade Hassan II (Benslimane)
Capacity
115,000 seats
Location
Benslimane, ~40 km north of central Casablanca, between the Atlantic and the foothills
Matches · The world’s largest football stadium — in line to host the biggest fixtures, potentially a semi-final or the final.
Getting there
Getting to Casablanca & match-day transfers
Most international fans land at Mohammed V International Airport (CMN), ~30 km south of the centre, connected by train and road. The Grand Stade Hassan II sits in Benslimane, ~40 km north of the city, so plan transport for match days well ahead — a private transfer removes the stress of tournament-day crowds and surge pricing.
Skip the queues
Private transfers, on your schedule
Tournament days mean surge pricing, scarce taxis and gridlock around the ground. Pre-book a private car or van with an English-speaking driver and travel airport-to-riad and riad-to-stadium without the stress.
Arrange private transfersWhere to stay
Where to stay in Casablanca
The right neighbourhood makes the tournament. Here is how the best fan bases break down — we can book any of them, from riads to seafront hotels, around your fixtures.
Neighbourhood
Downtown / art-deco centre
Walkable to nightlife, restaurants and the tram; best for first-timers.
Neighbourhood
Corniche / Ain Diab
Beachfront hotels and clubs near the Hassan II Mosque — relaxed sea-air base.
Neighbourhood
Gauthier / Maarif
Stylish, residential and full of cafés — quieter but central.
Between the matches
What to do between matches in Casablanca
You will have full days between kick-offs. Here is how to spend them — the sights, flavours and corners of Casablanca that make the trip more than ninety minutes.
Old Medina & Habous
Wander the original walled town and the elegant 1930s "new medina" of Quartier Habous.
Corniche & Rick’s Café
Sunset on the Ain Diab seafront and a drink at the bar inspired by the film.
Make it a Morocco trip
Turn your fixtures into a Morocco journey
You have come this far — see the country beyond the stadium. Add a few days either side of your matches, all fully private and tailored to your dates.
Add-on
Rabat (host city, ~1 hr)
The capital and another 2030 venue — easy by train for a second stadium.
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Marrakech (host city)
Add the Red City and the Sahara beyond it once the group stage ends.
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El Jadida (~1.5 hrs)
A UNESCO Portuguese seaport and cistern for a calm coastal day.
ExploreFan tips
Casablanca fan tips
- Book Benslimane stadium transfers before you fly — match-day demand will spike.
- Casablanca is a base, not a beach resort: use it for the airport, the mosque and connections, then move on.
- Trains link Casablanca, Rabat and Tangier fast and cheaply — ideal for stadium-hopping.
Good to know
Casablanca World Cup 2030 FAQs
Which stadium hosts the World Cup 2030 in Casablanca?
Matches are played at the new Grand Stade Hassan II in Benslimane, ~40 km north of Casablanca. At 115,000 seats it is the largest football stadium in the world and is in line to host the final.
How far is the stadium from Casablanca city centre?
The Grand Stade Hassan II is in Benslimane, roughly 40 km north of central Casablanca. Allow extra time on match days and pre-book a private transfer.
What airport do I fly into for Casablanca?
Mohammed V International Airport (CMN), about 30 km south of the city, is Morocco’s main hub with the most long-haul routes.
Can I combine the World Cup with a Morocco tour?
Yes — Casablanca connects by fast train to Rabat, Marrakech and Tangier, so most fans add a few days in the imperial cities or the Sahara around their matches. We tailor private tours and transfers around your fixtures.
Plan your World Cup trip
Heading to Casablanca for 2030?
Tell us your match dates and what matters most. A travel designer will reply within 24 hours with a tailored plan — riads, airport and stadium transfers, and private tours between games.
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