5th ISA Forum of Sociology

How to Get to the Forum Venues?

Faculty of Educational Sciences (FSE)
Tramway: Line 1 – Stop “Ibn Rochd” → 7-min walk
Small Cabs: Ask for "Faculty of Educational Sciences, Madinat Al Irfane"
Buses: L34 or L30 (Regragui area)

Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences (SJES)
5-min walk from FSE
Tramway: Stop “Cité Universitaire Souissi” → 6-min walk
Small Cabs / Bus L30 (Stop: Cité Universitaire)

ASJE Annex
16-min walk from FSE
Tramway: Same stop as SJES → 7-min walk
Cabs: “Souissi Law Faculty Annex, near Children’s Hospital”
Bus L30 → Stop: Cité Universitaire

Getting Around in Rabat

Tramway (Recommended!)
6 MAD per ticket, operates from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Free transfers between lines with re-validation.
Small Blue Cabs
Always use official taxis with a meter. Carry small change.
Bus Network
Less intuitive, but Line L30 is useful for Forum routes.
Ride-hailing app
Use the Careem app to easily book private rides in Rabat, with cash or card payment options.

Transport Tips

• Validate your tram tickets once.
• Show drivers locations on Google Maps if needed.
• Keep your tram ticket for inspections.
• Follow directions for correct tramway transfers.

Emergency Contacts

Police: 19
Ambulance: 150
Fire: 15

Useful Phrases

Hello: Salam Alaikum / Bonjour
Thank you: Shukran / Merci
Yes / No: Na’am / Laa – Oui / Non
How much?: Kam taman? / C’est combien?

Accessibility Notes

• Tram: Step-free, central door access, space for wheelchairs
• Cabs: Not ideal for non-foldable wheelchairs

Additional Practical Info

• Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Use ATMs or carry small cash.
• Languages spoken: Official languages are Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and Berber. French is widely spoken, although it is not an official language.
• Internet: Wi-Fi available at restaurants and cafés. Local SIM cards can be purchased as another option.
• Navigation Apps: Google Maps, Waze
• Ask for Help: Locals are happy to assist!