Morocco · MARKETS
The 15 best souks & markets you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Learn Moroccan cooking in Marrakech with a souk visit, mint tea ritual, local chefs, fresh ingredients, shared meal, and recipes to take home.
“Food was so good and then women running our class were great!”
Shop Marrakech’s Medina souk, learn Moroccan recipes with Chef Khmisa, and share a three-course meal in a traditional home kitchen.
“The experience was wonderful. Everyone was involved in preparing the meal that we shared. New friends were made and cooking experience was delightful.”
Learn Moroccan cooking in Marrakech with a market visit, hands-on recipes, local chefs, and a shared meal for $57.
“Everything was so well organised and informative, thanks to Leyla, who shared so much insight into Moroccan culture, food, and cuisine. She created a fun, educational cultural experience, especially during the market visit and the cooking itself. The class size was perfect, just the right number of people, which made the experience very hands-on and engaging. The staff were incredibly helpful and genuinely kind throughout. My group was full of lovely people, which made it even more enjoyable. This is an absolute must-do if you’re visiting Marrakech. The location is great and very central, and it was honestly one of the best experiences I had in the city.”
Explore Marrakech by foot with spice markets, local tastings, snail soup, souks, and dinner in Djemaa El Fna on a small-group evening tour.
“Enjoyed a great walk around the market trying different foods and learning about their history. Our guide Atika was extremely knowledgeable. Great introduction to Marrakech.”
Explore Essaouira’s Medina, ramparts, Mellah, port, fish market, crafts, Jewish heritage, and Gnaoua culture on a guided 3-hour walk.
“We were lucky to have a guide for just the two of us. He was friendly and knowledgable and met us at our hotel and walked with us for over four hours telling us about the history and culture of the city. He found us a fabulous table on a roof to terrace for our lunch. He showed us what interested us, helped us to buy water, change money and showed us places we would never have found on our own. Such a good start to our visit here.”
Agadir city tour review covering Oufella Kasbah, Souk El Had, mosque, argan oil stop, guides, value, timing, and practical tips.
“Very good, would definitely recommend to others. I had a great time!”
Shop Fez’s Medina market, cook a traditional Moroccan meal in a family home, and share a feast for $56 per person.
“Marvelous! We went to a fabulous local farmers' market to pick out everything. The host and her daughter explained the whole cooking process clearly, and we learned about their family and their daily lives. The food was terrific, and I now know how to make great couscous!”
Review of Agadir’s 3-hour city tour, with the kasbah, Corniche, beach, souk, hotel pickup, private vehicle, price, and booking tips.
“Tour guide has limited knowledge of history and culture. We were disappointed with his command of English.”
Shop a Casablanca souk, cook Moroccan dishes with Inas and her family, and share tea, sweets, and a homemade meal for $59.
“The time we spent with Inas was amazing! The communication was excellent and the directions to her home were so easy. We took the tram and got off right at her home. We met and visited with her parents, they are absolutely delightful, Read more”
Review of Essaouira’s 3-hour walking tour, covering the Sqala, citadel, Mellah, fish market, Medina, and practical booking tips.
“Zaid was full of knowledge and symbolism. We learned so much more than just walking on our own.”
Cook in a private Fez home, shop the local market, choose your menu, and enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal with tea.
Explore Casablanca’s market with Chamsi, shop for fresh ingredients, and cook a Moroccan meal in her home with dessert and wine.
“The tour in the market was a lot of fun and knowledge. We had lunch in the market and then went home to cook. Food came out delicious, company was great. Chamsis family excepted me as a family member and it was fun. Best way to see Casablanca.”
Visit Had Draa’s Sunday market from Essaouira for rural Moroccan culture, local tastings, grilled dromedary, mint tea, and expert guiding.
“Abdul was our tour guide . He was kind knowledgeable friendly and caring. This a local livestock market and treatment of animals is very different to the uk . So judgement needs to be left at the door. The market is incredibly interesting and we had a great meal at the market. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend to others”
Review of House of Fusion Marrakech’s private eight-dish cooking class, from Arabic market shopping to Moroccan fusion recipes and spice buying.
“Edwina was an excellent host and food mentor. After a consultation of what I wanted to get out of the day we put together a lovely menu and cooked up a culinary storm. If you are looking for traditional Morrocan then Edwina can certainly do this. We went off piste, however, and did some more adventurous dishes using a wider range of Moroccan ingredients, combining them in creative ways and using a range of cooking techniques. Edwina was helpful in understanding the ingredients and how to use them. With chef Hesna providing essential support and Rosie as an helpful assistant I had a great time during my day at the…”
Shop Casablanca’s local market, cook Moroccan classics with Maria, and share a home meal in this private five-and-a-half-hour experience.
“This class with Maria and her family was like spending time with an aunty - they were so welcoming and no detail was overlooked. Her knowledge of Morocco, it’s culture and of course the food was second to none. We’ve learned a tonne of techniques to try in our own hoRead more”
Desert nights, mountain lunches and medina mornings, with the best of each.
