History and Markets in Marrakesh

Souk Semmarine

This place is a must. You probably have seen a million pictures of this market but you will still be amazed when you see it in person. It's big, it's loud and it's colorful. This market is full of spices and fabrics on the east side and on the west side it's fresh fruits, juices, proteins and veggies. I recommend getting a tasty ,fresh pressed, fruit smoothy and walk around the market. The streets intertwine and you can easily get lost so make sure your phone is charged so you can navigate out. I recommend buying some of the small rose bud pgotpotrie, some tanginess spices, some of the soaps, argan oil and anything else that suits your fancy. Also make sure to ask the local to explain some of the medical spices that the locals still use.Make sure to negotiate here. They will always come down. And if they don't their neighbor is listening and will match his price. So always feel comfortable to walk away. Also, the prices here are the same prices that you will find in the outer villages. There isn't much of a difference so don't hold out unless you don't feel like carrying things around.The market is even more magical at night with live bands, people eating at the outdoor markets and tourists still stopping. But it's a bit more dangerous so just be on guard.