Souks of the Marrakech medina

North of Jemaa el-Fnaa, the medina is a remarkable maze of covered souks, each lane devoted to a craft: leather, spices, lanterns, carpets, babouche slippers, jewellery and the clanging metalworkers' souk. You'll get lost, which is half the fun; the main spine is Souk Semmarine, and signs point back to the square.

Haggle for everything. A guide (hire an official one through your riad) can help you navigate and explain the crafts, but be aware that guides and helpful strangers often take you to shops where they earn commission, such as carpet showrooms and Berber pharmacies. It's fine to look and leave without buying.