Monterrey
On Sundays, Calle Mina in the Barrio Antiguo becomes the Corredor del Arte, a wonderful combination of antiques, arts and crafts, and a flea market. The…
Must-see shopping in Copper Canyon & Northern Mexico
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The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
A group of Tarahumaras from nearby San Ignacio sell their folk art, clothing and musical instruments at this small shop. The quality is excellent and the…
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Monterrey
This shop is in a whole other class, and is Monterrey’s best outlet for artesanías (crafts). The genial English-speaking owner, who is full of advice…
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Monterrey
For high-end gifts and souvenirs, the gift shop at the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo is a good option. An extensive shop, it features everything from…
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Sonora
This fabulous gallery in the Old Port area sells exquisite pottery, wood carvings and textiles made by artisans from across Mexico.
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Sonora
A fun place to browse for gift ideas is along this mural-lined street around 4km north of the old port. Also known as 'Rodeo Drive', Calle 32 has numerous…
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Sonora
Despite it's name, this family-owned shop doesn't produce any tequila on site, but it does offer informative and fun presentations on tequila production…
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Northeast Mexico
Next to Plaza Acuña, a section of this bustling market is jam packed with artesanías (arts and crafts), sarapes (blankets with a head opening, worn as a…
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Northeast Mexico
With rooms upon rooms, this seemingly endless shop sells fine quality, colorful sarapes (blankets with an opening for the head) and other Mexican arts and…
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The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Facing the main plaza, this sizable shop has a traditional selection of handicrafts. All of the store’s earnings go to support Creel’s Catholic mission…
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Unión de Artesanos de Nuevo León
Monterrey
This mini-mall on the east end of the Zona Rosa has the usual selection of folk art, souvenirs and schlock.
