Twin Center

The Twin Center is a pair of landmark towers at the junction of Boulevard Zerktouni and Boulevard Al Massira Al Khadra in the Maârif district of Casablanca, Morocco. Completed in the late 1990s, the towers are among the best-known features of the city skyline, and they combine offices and a hotel with a retail and dining base. As a shopping destination it is modest compared with the large malls: the retail podium holds a selection of fashion and lifestyle boutiques, services, pharmacies and cafes, so it suits visitors who are already in the Maârif business and shopping district and want a quick, air-conditioned stop. Goods are mainly branded clothing, accessories and everyday items rather than crafts, and authentic Moroccan handmade products are scarce. Prices are fixed and displayed, so bargaining is not expected, and cards are widely accepted, with cash machines nearby. Visitors can ask retailers about Morocco's VAT refund scheme for qualifying purchases, although the range of stores is limited. The atmosphere is that of a working business hub, with office workers at lunchtime, quieter evenings and fewer tourists than at the coastal malls. Eating options include cafes, bakeries and restaurants in the complex, and the wider Maârif neighbourhood around Boulevard Zerktouni has many more restaurants, patisseries and shops within walking distance, including the pedestrian-friendly streets near Place Zerktouni. Opening hours are typically around 10am to 9pm daily, but they vary by tenant, so visitors should verify them before a special trip. For orientation, the towers are easy to spot from many parts of the city, and the location is convenient by taxi or tram. Visitors looking for a broad range of brands or entertainment generally head to Morocco Mall or Anfa Place, while the Twin Center works best as a stop combined with a walk around Maârif.