Can you wear a swimsuit in Casablanca?

If you're headed to the beach and plan to wear a bikini know that there is nothing that makes this wrong. You MIGHT get more looks than if you were wearing a one-piece but truthfully most Moroccan beach communities are really laid back and open-minded. Wearing a bikini off the beach however will be more frowned upon.



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The answer is that there is no official dress code in Morocco, and you can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you are planning to visit cities like Marrakech or Casablanca, you will see locals and tourists dressed in a variety of styles.

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While female travellers aren't expected to dress as conservatively as local women, it's still a good idea to pack clothing options that will allow you to cover up. In the main cities, you can get away with wearing pants or a skirt that reaches below the knee, and a short-sleeved t-shirt.

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For men shorts and trunks are fine, but speedos (as is generally the rule everywhere) can leave little to the imagination, so unless you're Tom Daly we'd suggest leaving them at home.

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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.

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Yes, there is no problem with wearing shorts in Morocco. You will see this just about everywhere. However, in rural Morocco, you might want to stick with longer shorts, capri length or full length pants.

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Jeans and pants You can wear skinny jeans, just make sure you have a long top to cover up your bottoms if you know you will be visiting villages and popular areas.

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The laws says that all couples (Moroccan couple, Tourist couple or Mixed) are not permitted to share an hotel room without being married not only Moroccan with tourist. Some hotels turn a blind eye for tourists couples, even some Riads for all but to be honest not Respectable Riads as you said.

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Walking around at night can be dangerous in Casablanca, especially in deserted areas. Petty crimes are rampant, and tourists who are unaware of the city's layout and how locals live can easily become targets. Women walking alone at night are at a higher risk of being followed, harassed, or even groped.

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Things to avoid doing when in Casablanca There are certain things that tourists should avoid doing in Casablanca, including disrespecting Islam, using the left hand while eating, walking around in beachwear outside of the beach, and walking alone at night, especially for women.

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In more conservative areas, such as rural villages or religious sites, it's important to cover up even more. Women should consider wearing a headscarf and covering their arms and legs. Men should avoid wearing shorts and tank tops. It's also important to consider the weather when choosing what to wear in Morocco.

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Think Loose and Flowy All things lightweight and full coverage is ideal—loose trousers or maxi skirts are perfect. A tunic dress or shirt with leggings or a full kaftan is great too. Not only does full coverage allow you to dress conservatively in Morocco, but it will also protect you from the sun.

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Do you have to cover up in Morocco? Legally speaking, no, but for “respect' and your own personal comfort, I would suggest covering up when you're walking around in public in Morocco. You don't need to wear a hijab as a female or anything, but making sure your arms, legs and curves are covered is a good idea.

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Another tip is to wear shoes that cover your feet and not flip-flops / thongs or sandals. The streets are not fantastically clean and the sewerage system was non-existent and so wearing shoes that protected your feet from manure are essential.

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If you are a foreign couple visiting and you kiss no one is likely going to say anything to you – kissing in Morocco is not illegal. However if one partner is Moroccan you may face additional scrutiny. While you might not get in trouble, it is highly frowned on to kiss or fondle each other in public.

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As long as the couple is an adult, they can stay in a hotel together, unless the hotel owner does not want them to share the room. Normally, unmarried foreign couples have no issue without showing proof of marriage. The law prohibits sexual relations outside marriage (Article 490), but this law is rarely enforced.

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Public displays of affection While you may often see people of the same sex hugging and holding hands in Morocco, this is only a sign of friendship. Public displays of affection between opposite sexes such as kissing are not allowed, while homosexuality is illegal in Morocco.

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Hygiene. In Morocco it is very common to find squat toilets, which are flushed with a bucket of water. Moroccan toilets almost always do not contain toilet paper and it is a necessity to carry toilet paper and/or hygiene wipes if you will be away from the hotel for an extended period of time.

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Particularly against tourists, petty crime is prevalent in this area. Valuables should not be carried & jewelry that sparkle should be avoided. Leave your hotel with only the essentials, because pickpockets and muggings do happen. Leave your passport at the hotel and don't take it with you!

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