15 Things You Must Buy In The Marrakech Souks

The souks of Marrakech seem endless and can be overwhelming, so here we've compiled a list of our top things to buy in Marrakech. Just make sure you haggle with gusto! The market stall owners of Marrakech are persistent and will drive a hard bargain - but you mustn't accept anything without bringing the price down (try by half!).  

 

1. Rugs

Berber rugs have lots of different weaves because there are over 40 tribes in Morocco each making their own style of carpet with unique embroidery.

 

2. Lamps

Moroccan lamps can be bought in the UK but they are very expensive! Cheap Moroccan lamps can be bought in the souks, but make sure they are wrapped up well for the journey home.

 

3. Silver jewellery and trinkets

Check that they're real silver though! Don't get ripped off.

4. Leathers

You can visit the leather tanneries and see where the magic happens... 

The souks are just one reason to visit Morocco - we've got nine more here: 10 Reasons To Go To Morocco

5. Slippers

Eeny, meeny, miny...

 

6. Olives

 

7. Spices

If the thought of these aromatic spices is making you hungry, just wait until you read about the incredible food you can eat in Morocco!

8. Freshly-squeezed orange juice

The best you'll ever taste. 

  

9. Colourful Tagine pots

So you can have a go at cooking Morocco's signature dish at home.

 

10. Glassware

 

11. Harem pants

Harem trousers are so comfortable and airy, it's like wearing nothing at all! 

 

12. Cashmere scarves

 

13. Fez hats

Always a handy one to have ready for fancy dress.

   

14. Teapots

... so you can continue drinking that famous Moroccan mint tea when you get home!

 

15. Henna tattoos

 

You might also be interested in how to get to the beautiful seaside town of Essaouira from Marrakech, find a villa in Morocco or read the 5 reasons why you should go to Marrakech.