Farmers Market

San Ignacio


Saturday is the big market day in San Ignacio when traders come from all over Cayo to sell fresh produce, handicrafts and clothing. The dozen or so food stalls set up in the middle of the action serve quick-fire street food – cheap and tasty. Smaller versions of the market happen most other days of the week.


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