Settat Travel Guide
City City located near Casablanca, Morocco
A sleepy market town south of Casablanca, Settat draws visitors to its weekly souk, roadside bakeries and tajine stalls, and serves as a low-key base for trips into surrounding farms and the Atlas foothills.
Why Visit Settat? #
Located between Casablanca and Marrakech, Settat appeals to travelers curious about Morocco’s agricultural heart and everyday market life. A busy weekly souk and neighborhood cafés reveal regional specialties-tagine, couscous and freshly baked khobz-while low-lying plains and local kasbahs invite short countryside excursions. Visits here feel less tourist-driven, offering a window onto provincial Moroccan customs, equestrian fairs and seasonal produce that complement the more famous nearby cities.
Top Things to Do in Settat
- Marché central de Settat - Authentic central market selling produce, spices, and daily Moroccan life.
- Parc Municipal de Settat - Green municipal park with shaded paths, fountains, and weekend family gatherings.
- Grande Mosquée de Settat - Historic mosque near the old medina with notable minaret and community gatherings.
- Marché aux bestiaux de Settat - Lively livestock market held weekly, showcasing rural trade and cultural interactions.
- Sidi Allal El Haj Mausoleum - Small mausoleum with tilework and local pilgrimage traditions off main streets.
- Old French-era boulevards - Tree-lined avenues with period architecture reflecting Settat's early 20th-century growth.
- Casablanca - Hassan II Mosque, Corniche, and modern shopping districts about one-hour drive.
- Marrakech - Historic medina, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, and palaces reachable within two to three hours.
Best Time to Visit Settat #
Settat is best visited in spring (April-May) or autumn when temperatures are mild and dry. Summers can be very hot, while winters are cooler with most of the rainfall.
Best Time to Visit Settat #
Settat's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain.
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How to Get to Settat
Settat lies on Morocco's ONCF rail corridor between Casablanca and Marrakech and is straightforward to reach by train from Casablanca. Mohammed V Airport (CMN) is the main air gateway for international travellers; onward travel by train or private transfer works well.
Mohammed V International Airport, Casablanca (CMN): Casablanca’s CMN is the main international gateway for Settat. From CMN you can take a direct ONCF regional train from Casa Voyageurs (transfer required from the airport) or a taxi/private transfer; the airport is about 70-90 km from Settat. A private taxi or transfer typically takes 45-75 minutes depending on traffic and costs roughly 500-800 MAD; renting a car is also common.
Benslimane / Rabat-Salé (RBA): Rabat-Salé airport is farther away but sometimes used; road transfers from Rabat take around 1-1.5 hours to Settat depending on route and traffic.
Train: Settat is on Morocco’s ONCF rail network with regular trains linking Settat station to Casablanca (Casa Voyageurs/Casa Port) and Marrakech. The Casablanca-Settat run takes about 30-50 minutes depending on service; prices are modest (typically a few dozen MAD for standard class). Trains are practical, frequent and the recommended way to commute to Casablanca.
Bus: Interurban buses and grand taxis serve Settat for routes not covered by rail; CTM and Supratours-type operators and local buses connect Settat to nearby towns. Buses are often slower than trains but cover more routes; fares vary by operator and distance.
How to Get Around Settat #
Settat’s downtown is compact enough for short walks around the medina and main streets. For longer trips use petit taxis for in-town travel and grand taxis or buses for intercity journeys to Casablanca and Rabat. Taxis are the most practical option; fares are modest but should be confirmed with the driver or meter. If you plan to explore the region, consider arranging a hired car or intercity bus for convenience.
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Where to Eat in Settat #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Settat's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Settat #
Nightlife in Settat is low-key and largely local: cafés, tea houses and small restaurants where people gather in the evening. There are few dedicated bars or clubs, so social life often happens in family-friendly venues and cafés. If you want a livelier after-dark scene, Casablanca is the nearest city with a wider selection of bars and late-night options.
Shopping in Settat #
Shopping in Settat is typical of a regional Moroccan town: small souk areas, textiles and everyday goods sold by independent vendors. You’ll find local produce markets and shops offering clothing, shoes and household items. If you’re looking for larger malls or specialty boutiques, those are more common in Casablanca; in Settat expect practical markets and traditional goods.
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