go to content go to search box go to global site navigation

Central America

Gift shopping in Central America

  1. Tourist Office Gift Shop

    A corner of this city office houses a gift shop with a small selection of quality crafts from around the country.

    reviewed

  2. Souvenir el Buen Amigo #3

    Although somewhat out of the way (near the eastern end of Calle 12), you’ll find a great selection of Honduran artesanía (handicrafts) here.

    reviewed

  3. Las Tejedoras Manuales de León

    Pick up an all-cotton, vegetable-dyed tapestry at this women's collective, which makes all manner of woven goods on big wooden looms, some dating from the Spanish colonial era.

    reviewed

  4. A

    Mayan Gifts Artesanías

    Not the classiest of gift shops, but once you dig through the shiny key chains and loud T-shirts, you'll find a decent assortment of black clay pottery and colorful artesanías.

    reviewed

  5. Proarmo

    This cooperative specializes in artesanías made in Morazán. You'll find a wide assortment of crocheted items (hats, belts, bags, jewelry); there is also a smattering of wood, clay and henequen crafts. It's all kind of kitschy but it's got a lot of heart.

    reviewed

  6. B

    Nahanché

    Hands down, this boutique offers the best selection of Salvadoran artesanías (handicrafts) in town; you'll find everything from brilliant indigo place mats to intricate miniature figurines. Items are pricey but the craftsmanship can't be beat. A sister store is located in Metrocentro, although the quality simply isn't the same.

    reviewed