Shopping in Marrakech is a world-famous travel experience. From the bustling labyrinth of the souks (an area of market stalls) to hand-crafted pottery, contemporary art, couture kaftans and priceless antiques, Marrakech is a treasure-trove of exotic goods.
From the souks, shoppers can purchase anything from traditional belgha (leather slippers) to magical potions; La Porte d'Or is home to some invaluable antiques. The biggest souk in Marrakech is adjacent to the Djemaa El-Fna, while in Gueliz, Intensite Nomade sells trendy kaftans, while contemporary art is available from Matisse Art Gallery. The Gueliz area also hosts some very upmarket, boutique-style outlets. Akkal, in Sidi Ghanem, is renowned for its beautiful, hand-crafted pottery. Other popular souvenirs from Marrakech include 'cactus silk', spices, camel leather goods, and cashmere shawls.
In the souks, bargaining is essential (asking prices may be 5 times what the salesman will take) and the attention of shop owners or staff can be overwhelming. When shopping in the médina with a tourist guide, his commission will be added to the price of goods purchased. Most small shops are closed on Friday afternoon and Sunday; big bazaars are open every day. Many shops close in August. There is no provision for tourists to reclaim any sales tax or VAT from goods purchased in Morocco.
If you want to enjoy the shopping fever of Marrakech, you have to stay at least a couple of days here. You can stay in one of the Marrakech hotels or some other kind of accommodation in Marrakech. There are either cheap or luxurious hotels in Marrakech– it depends on your savings and wants. The quality of the service in all places of accommodation in Marrakech is excellent and for sure it will meet your expectations.
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