Puerto Vallarta
If you only visit one art store in Vallarta, make it this one. The Huichol beadwork pieces here are mostly one of a kind, there are some fine Huichol yarn…
Must-see shopping in Central Pacific Coast
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Zihuatanejo
Devils, angels, jaguars and other fantastic creatures peer down at you from the walls of this shop. Masks are well-known traditional handicrafts of…
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Puerto Vallarta
On display at this fantastic gallery are one-of-a-kind items acquired by owner Gloria on her road trips around Mexico, sourced directly from individual…
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Puerto Vallarta
If you don't have time to travel all the way to the village of Mata Ortiz in Chihuahua, don't miss a visit to this gallery that showcases the exquisite,…
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Sayulita
This co-op shop gives an excellent introduction to the Huicholes' colorful beadwork sculptures, sold at fair prices. There are some spectacular pieces…
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Mazatlán
This wonderful gallery specialises in handmade leather masks by artists Rak Garcia and Loa Molina, plus sculptures and ceramics from its in-house studio…
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Mazatlán
Family-run Casa Etnika offers a tasteful inventory of unique objects made by Mexican artisans, from Huichol beadwork and psychedelic weavings and tiny,…
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Zihuatanejo
If you're interested in handwoven anything – sarapes (blankets with an opening for the head), rugs or hammocks (it has some great ones) – find this…
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Puerto Vallarta
This place has been making brightly colored Talavera tiles and ceramics for decades. On the walls you'll find photos of celebrities who've patronized the…
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Puerto Vallarta
Sells Huichol beadwork and yarn art of excellent quality, jewelry, Day of the Dead crafts and wood carvings from the southern state of Oaxaca. Money spent…
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Puerto Vallarta
Come here for commercial but high-quality Huichol beadwork pieces, including some wonderful large works – toucans, parrots, jaguars. Also sells beautiful…
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Puerto Vallarta
For delicate, brightly painted wooden figures of animals and mythical beasts from Oaxaca, fine ceramics from Chihuahua, skeletal figurines, hand-woven…
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Central Pacific Coast
North of the city center, this store is well worth seeking out for its excellent selection of Huichol beadwork art, from small souvenirs to larger items:…
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Zihuatanejo
This shop with four branches sells three different types of delicious organic coffee from the village of Atoyac de Álvarez in Guerrero state, as well as…
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Puerto Vallarta
Among the Mexican wrestling masks, Huichol beadwork of vastly varying quality, and t-shirts bearing slogans such as 'Puerto Vallarta Hooter Inspector',…
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Mazatlán
Cross this creeper-choked courtyard gallery and jump from stone to stone across the little moat to check out colorful Mexican masks and dolls made from…
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Sayulita
Specializes in silk-screened t-shirts and hipster beach bags – how about the revolutionary Emiliano Zapata holding a bouquet of flowers/surfboard…
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Mazatlán
This sizable gallery-shop with entrances on two streets (the other one being on Belisario Dominguez) has striking ceramics, painted wood objects,…
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Mercado de Artesanías El Parazal
Acapulco
Bargaining is the standard at this leafy and laid-back craft market, one of several handicraft markets around town. Here you’ll find better deals on…
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Acapulco
This sprawling indoor-outdoor bazaar has everything from atoles (corn-based drinks) to zapatos (shoes), plus produce, hot food and souvenirs. Any…
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Puerto Vallarta
The Vallarta branch of this concept store that originated in Sayulita sells mostly Mexican-made ceramics, stylish linen wear, funky glasses, Mollusc Hemp…
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Puerto Vallarta
If you have a sweet tooth, stop by this cute tienda (shop) packed with temptation. It sells everything from tamarind chews and exquisite caramels to any…
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Zihuatanejo
A few shops along Cuauhtémoc sell silver from Taxco, a town famous for its quality craftwork. This jeweler has some of the finest and most original pieces.
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Puerto Vallarta
In business since 1978, this excellent little shop stocks authentic Mexican dance masks, folk art and rural antiques for genuine collectors.
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Acapulco
Stocks a good selection of mezcals and tequilas, such as Pierde Almas and 7 Leguas.
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Puerto Vallarta
If you're hankering after novelty t-shirts, boob-shaped mugs, mirror-studded ceramic skulls and other assorted tat, head to this sprawling market that…
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Zihuatanejo
This large craft market sells mostly mass-produced tat, such as t-shirts emblazoned with 'Eat My Burrito' and other low-brow slogans, but you can also…
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Central Pacific Coast
The Centro Huichol is a handicrafts center where indigenous Huichol learn skills to create and sell their distinctive arts and crafts as well as market…
