Must-see shopping in Morocco

  • Coopérative Artisanale des Marqueteurs

    Essaouira

    Come to this cooperative in an impasse (dead-end lane) off Place Moulay Hassan to watch the woodworkers in action, hand-turning the thuja wood with a…

  • Coopérative Tamounte

    Essaouira

    Two cooperatives for the price of one, where the men make thuja-wood items and the women make top-quality argan-oil lotions and potions. It's down a dingy…

  • Le Comptoir Oriental

    Essaouira

    Describing itself as an 'oriental vintage chic bazar', this stylish homeware shop sells a carefully curated range of textiles, glassware, ceramics and…

  • KM Couleurs

    Tangier

    Franco-Senegalese artist Karim LeGros sells beautiful handmade African-style textiles in this tiny boutique near the kasbah. There's bright clothing,…

  • Laura Welfling

    Tangier

    Next to the Kasbah Museum, this is a beautiful shop with some superb one-of-a-kind pieces designed by French artist Laura Welfling. You'll find eccentric…

  • Bazar Atlas

    Asilah

    There's a fine selection of carpets on offer at this two-storey shop, with piles of shaggy Beni Ouarain, tightly woven kilim and colourful Azilal upstairs…

  • Boheme of Morocco

    Essaouira

    This wardrobe-sized, self-proclaimed 'Berber Concept Store' stocks a covetable collection of Moroccan-made homeware, from macramé wall hangings to raffia…

  • Souq Ableuh

    Marrakesh

    Swerve off Djemaa El Fna to this tiny souq dedicated to olives. Green olives, black olives, purple olives, and olives marinated in harissa (hot chilli…

  • Au Petit Bonhomme La Chance

    Essaouira

    Stock up on everything you need for a DIY hammam visit – black soap, mineral-rich ghassoul clay, scrubbing mitts – alongside herbal tea blends, natural…

  • Au Coin des Nomades

    Tafraoute

    Amazigh (Berber) handiwork and local souvenirs at reasonable prices. Hours are sporadic, but adjacent shopkeepers usually phone owner Houssine Laroussi if…

  • Atlas Extreme

    Imlil

    This small shop carries an impressive variety of trekking and climbing equipment, including hard-to-find butane canisters for camping stoves and a small…

  • Ensemble Artisanat

    Tetouan

    This government-sponsored emporium is a hive of activity, with carpet weavers, leatherworkers, jewellers and woodworkers all plying their trades. Prices…

  • Corallo

    Essaouira

    At his bijoux store, Stefano from Naples handcrafts one-of-a-kind pieces of jewellery from silver and natural stones, including pearl, topaz and turquoise.

  • Cooperative Tikniouine

    High Atlas Mountains

    This cooperative was formed in 2005 by plucky young women who secured EU funding to start cultivating organic walnuts, collecting mountain wildflower…

  • Skoura Cultural Centre

    Skoura

    At this small space, Skoura residents sell items made with palm fronds, sustainably harvested without harming the trees. For travellers who’ve admired one…

  • Produits Agricoles Naturelles

    High Atlas Mountains

    Honey that’s considered rare elsewhere abounds in the hills around Demnate, and this shop across from the O'Libya petrol station on the road towards…

  • Spice Souq

    Essaouira

    You’ll find all manner of potions, powders and pyramids of freshly ground spices in this aromatic souq, including ras el hanout (top of the shop: a…

  • Complexe Artisanal

    Ouarzazate

    Opposite the kasbah, this sprawling complex of state-run showrooms (only of few of which seem to be open at any given time) features elaborately woven…

  • Anfa Place

    Casablanca

    On the waterfront in Aïn Diab, this Norman Foster–designed shopping mall is a good place to stock up on provisions, with a supermarket, a pharmacy and…

  • Abdelhak Ezzouak

    Meknes

    Mr Ezzouak's little damascene metalwork shop is the northernmost of several in this strip, interspersed with more functional metal crafts such as bike…

  • Al Kawtar

    Marrakesh

    This nonprofit female collective not only trains women with disabilities in embroidery craft, but it also sells fine homewares that combine traditional…

  • Marina Shopping

    Casablanca

    In the traditionally no-shop zone between Casa Port train station and the Hassan II Mosque, this new mall is part of the regeneration of the port area,…

  • Jewellery Souq

    Essaouira

    Essaouira has long been a centre of jewellery making and trade; this bijoux collection of shops sells everything from heavy Berber jewellery to glittering…

  • Tafoukt Souq

    Agadir

    A touristy but well-located blue-and-white bazaar with everything from pottery to football tops and pool toys. In the centre are some surprisingly…

  • Jamade

    Marrakesh

    This French-owned shop stands out from the souq stalls around it, with quality Moroccan homewares including thuja-wood jewellery boxes, posh Heritage…

  • Brassware Shop

    Moulay Idriss Zerhoun

    Delve into this treasure trove of brass antiques left over from French Protectorate times – lamps, kettles, jugs, trays, candlesticks and all sorts of…

  • Boutique Riyaad Al Ward

    Dadès Valley

    The rose-infused lotions and potions at this small shop are certified organic, with roses purchased directly from local farmers. You'll find everything…

  • Pâtisserie Dounia

    Marrakesh

    Sweet-tooth treats ahoy. The traditional Moroccan delicacies here are all about sesame, almond and sticky syrup, and make a great gift for gourmet friends…

  • Marilyn Bottero

    Rabat

    You can buy Italian painter and ceramicist Marilyn Bottero’s vibrant work at her small shop on the Rue des Consuls.

  • Sunday Morning Souq

    Taroudant

    This large market, held outside Bab El Khemis north of the kasbah, brings in people from the whole region. It's worth a visit for local flavour, and to…

  • Sunday Souq

    High Atlas Mountains

    The weekly Sunday souq, south of the bus station, is an opportunity to taste-test local olives, olive oils and almonds and browse Demnate’s local woodwork…

  • Grand Bijouterie

    Marrakesh

    This tiny jewellers' souq is a legacy of the Jewish artisans. Gold is still sold by weight, and some shops specialise in locally made fine filigree work,…

  • Miel Afoulki

    Sidi Ifni

    The shop of Miel Afoulki, a honey cooperative, sells some extraordinary local flavours, including orange and euphorbia. Hours are flexible, but someone…

  • Pottery Stalls

    Meknes

    In front of the covered market, pottery dealers present literal piles of wares. It's a no-pressure place to browse for functional pottery such as simple…

  • Maison Tuareg

    Tafraoute

    Stocks Berber and Tuareg carpets, jewellery and souvenirs from the Atlas, Rif and Sahara. Shopkeep Saïd is a shrewd salesman: we dare you to leave his…

  • Manar Marbre

    Erfoud

    Watch fossilised marble being cut into prehistoric-looking tables and sinks at this showroom; they also sell some portable items such as bookends and…

  • Tafyoucht Cooperative

    Sidi Ifni

    This women’s cooperative produces oil and cosmetic products from the versatile argan tree. Opening hours are flexible, but visitors are made to feel…

  • Ensemble Artisanal

    Meknes

    This is the place to go if you want to get an idea of what to look for and how much to spend. Quality is high and prices are fixed.

  • Souq

    Al Hoceima

    Stock up on produce, spices, dates and other snacks at Al Hoceima's bustling street market. Fish is freshest in the mornings.

  • Basketware Shop

    Moulay Idriss Zerhoun

    This tiny hole-in-the-wall shop sells well-made flat baskets of all sizes, mats for the terrace, table mats and hats.

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