Ensenada
A pair of old brick and stone buildings, set on a plaza and filled with delightful restaurants, cafes, shops and cozy spaces to relax. The anchor is an…
Must-see shopping in Baja California
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San José del Cabo
The community (including plenty of gringos, mind you) gathers at this organic market every high-season Saturday (November to May) for a smorgasbord of…
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Tijuana
El Popo is the most colorful downtown market, with stacks of fresh cheeses, sweets, wooden spoons, piles of dried chilies, kitchenware, herbs, incense,…
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Ensenada
The Irish-Mexican owner is passionate about tequila, but you won't find any of the more commercial brands here; these 300-plus tequilas are sourced from…
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Todos Santos
Duck into the warren of dark rooms here to discover an extraordinary collection of masks, sculpture, ethnic art, antique baubles and plenty of somber Día…
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San José del Cabo
Grab a seat on the patio of this adorable coffee and art corner, housed in a former gas station at the heart of the Gallery District. The coffee's strong,…
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Tijuana
Tijuana's most well-known market is also one of the biggest and most visited by tourists. It's still a great place to peruse everything from exotic fruits…
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San José del Cabo
This multigallery space showcases art and crafts from throughout Mexico. Don't miss the rainbow-colored beaded animal sculptures made by the mainland…
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La Paz
This small organic market is fun for a browse and sells all kinds of locally produced gourmet goodies, as well as local cheeses, homemade cakes and bread.
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Loreto
Probably the most comprehensive collection of books on Baja in the region, plus maps, art materials, pottery and a bottomless coffee pot for browsers.
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Loreto
Sells good-quality Taxco sterling-silver jewelry. There’s a second outlet at Magdalena de Kino 4.
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Loreto
One of two branches of this superb jewelry shop which specialises in quality silver pieces and contemporary, as well as classic, designs.
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San José del Cabo
Duck into this gallery to view the distinct different styles of seven Canadian artists, most of whom are local residents.
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La Paz
English-language bookstore with a good selection of books on the Baja Peninsula and mainland Mexico. There's coffee, too.
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Todos Santos
The gold, silver and copper jewelry here is made by local artisans and well priced with some stunning, unusual designs.
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La Paz
See potters at work at this ceramics workshop and store that dates to 1958 – it is famed throughout Baja.
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Todos Santos
A wonderful boutique fashion shop with apparel and accessories inspired by the owner's far-flung travels.
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Tijuana
This big market is a good stop for loading up on souvenirs with better prices than you'll find downtown. Find shopping bags, ceramics, art from around…
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Cabo San Lucas
This bright, colorful shop will get you in the holiday mood. Stocking reasonably priced resort wear made of natural fibers, as well as great handbags,…
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Cabo San Lucas
A sprawling arts and crafts flea market with Baja souvenirs galore: skulls, ceramics, crosses, hats, clothing, you name it. Avoid this place when there's…
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Tijuana
This place has fair silver prices that are already marked, plus the English-speaking owner is knowledgeable and not too pushy.
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La Paz
This dusty shops has the same 'ole T-shirts and trinkets as every other shop in La Paz plus some crafts from around Mexico in creepy, unlit rooms towards…
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Tijuana
This department store chain has a decent selection of newspapers and magazines from the USA and Mexico. Note the extended opening hours.
