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
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…
Tijuana
El Popo is the most colorful downtown market, with stacks of fresh cheeses, sweets, wooden spoons, piles of dried chilies, kitchenware, herbs, incense,…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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.
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.
Loreto
Sells good-quality Taxco sterling-silver jewelry. There’s a second outlet at Magdalena de Kino 4.
Loreto
One of two branches of this superb jewelry shop which specialises in quality silver pieces and contemporary, as well as classic, designs.
San José del Cabo
Duck into this gallery to view the distinct different styles of seven Canadian artists, most of whom are local residents.
La Paz
English-language bookstore with a good selection of books on the Baja Peninsula and mainland Mexico. There's coffee, too.
Todos Santos
The gold, silver and copper jewelry here is made by local artisans and well priced with some stunning, unusual designs.
La Paz
See potters at work at this ceramics workshop and store that dates to 1958 – it is famed throughout Baja.
Todos Santos
A wonderful boutique fashion shop with apparel and accessories inspired by the owner's far-flung travels.
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…
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,…
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…
Tijuana
This place has fair silver prices that are already marked, plus the English-speaking owner is knowledgeable and not too pushy.
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…
Tijuana
This department store chain has a decent selection of newspapers and magazines from the USA and Mexico. Note the extended opening hours.
