Babouche slippers
USD 10–50 · From Marrakech-Safi
Soft, backless leather slippers designed for comfort and local style.
J.Ligero & I.Barrios (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Where to buy: Souk Smata, where rows of slippers hang from every wall.
What to Buy in Morocco
Local goods and souvenirs worth bringing home — with photos, typical prices, and where to buy them.
Argan oil
USD 15–40 · From Souss-Massa
This region is the heart of production for pure, cold-pressed culinary and cosmetic oil.
Arnaud 25 (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Where to buy: Cooperatives along the road to Essaouira or Souk El Had.
Ras el Hanout Spice Blend
USD 5–15
Complex mix of thirty or more spices that captures the true flavor of local tagines.
Sarefo (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Rahba Kedima (Spice Square) vendors; look for stalls with high turnover.
Leather Babouche Slippers
USD 8–25 · From Souss-Massa
Look for goatskin versions with stitched soles that soften comfortably over time.
J.Ligero & I.Barrios (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Where to buy: Souk El Had craft section.
Hand-woven Berber rug
USD 100–800 · From Souss-Massa
Heavy wool weaves display patterns unique to the local Anti Atlas tribal groups.
Chiswick Chap (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Souk El Had galleries.
Amlou spread
USD 8–20 · From Souss-Massa
This rich mixture of almonds, argan oil, and honey is a local breakfast staple.
محمد بوعلام عصامي *«Simo.Boualam» (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Specialty stalls in Souk El Had.
Ceramic tagine
USD 10–50 · From Souss-Massa
Glazed earthenware pots impart an earthiness that makes Moroccan stews taste truly distinct.
Bawdeep2010 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Souk El Had central pottery section.
Saffron
USD 15–60 · From Souss-Massa
Taliouine saffron from the nearby mountains is among the most potent in the world.
Hubertl (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Spices stalls in Souk El Had.
Ras el hanout
USD 5–20 · From Marrakech-Safi
This aromatic mixture of thirty or more spices anchors every Moroccan tagine.
Slick (CC0)
Where to buy: Rahba Kedima, the vibrant spice square near the center.
Ceramic tagine pot
USD 15–100 · From Marrakech-Safi
The conical lid design is essential for slow-cooking moisture-rich stews at home.
Bawdeep2010 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Souk Fekharine
Zellij Ceramic Tiles
USD 10–100 · From Souss-Massa
These geometric hand-cut tiles bring traditional Moroccan patterns into your home design.
إيان (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Pottery stalls in Souk El Had.
Hand-Beaten Brass Lantern
USD 30–200 · From Marrakech-Safi
The intricate shadow patterns cast by hand-pierced metal reflect local craftsmanship.
Margaret Stottlemeyer (CC0)
Where to buy: Souk Haddadine, where you can watch the blacksmiths working in their workshops.
Hand-Painted Zellige Ceramic Tajine
USD 15–60 · From Marrakech-Safi
These conical clay pots are designed for slow-cooking stews directly over charcoal.
Bawdeep2010 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Souk Fekharine, home to the local pottery artisans.
Rose Water
USD 5–15 · From Fes-Meknes
Potent floral essence distilled from Damask roses harvested in the nearby Dades Valley.
E4024 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Attarine Souq, where spice merchants display large glass vials of essence.
Dates
USD 5–15 · From Draa-Tafilalet
The Tafilalt oasis produces the freshest, softest dates you will ever taste.
Mauro Cateb (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Rissani Sunday market
Berber Handwoven Rug (Kilim)
USD 100–800 · From Marrakech-Safi
Each rug features distinct tribal motifs telling a story unique to the Atlas mountains.
Chiswick Chap (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where to buy: Ensemble Artisanal or smaller stalls in Souk Cherifia.
Fes-made babouche slippers
USD 10–40 · From Fes-Meknes
Hand-stitched goat leather lasts for years and molds perfectly to your feet.
J.Ligero & I.Barrios (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Where to buy: Souq el-Bali, specifically the specialized leather sections.
Leather Satchels
USD 40–150 · From Marrakech-Safi
The local tanneries produce thick, durable goatskin bags that age beautifully with daily use.
Tx-re (CC BY-SA 3.0 it)
Where to buy: Souk Cherratine
Sahara Dates
USD 5–20 · From Draa-Tafilalet
Plump organic dates grown in the Tafilalt oasis region surrounding the dunes.
Dan Sloan (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Where to buy: Rissani Central Market
Silver Berber Jewelry
USD 30–200 · From Draa-Tafilalet
Heavy silver pieces often inlaid with semi-precious stones like amazonite or amber.
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Where to buy: Silversmith stalls in Rissani Souq
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