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
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…
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…
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,…
Sayulita
This co-op shop gives an excellent introduction to the Huicholes' colorful beadwork sculptures, sold at fair prices. There are some spectacular pieces…
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…
Mazatlán
Family-run Casa Etnika offers a tasteful inventory of unique objects made by Mexican artisans, from Huichol beadwork and psychedelic weavings and tiny,…
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…
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…
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…
Puerto Vallarta
Come here for commercial but high-quality Huichol beadwork pieces, including some wonderful large works – toucans, parrots, jaguars. Also sells beautiful…
Puerto Vallarta
For delicate, brightly painted wooden figures of animals and mythical beasts from Oaxaca, fine ceramics from Chihuahua, skeletal figurines, hand-woven…
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:…
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…
Puerto Vallarta
Among the Mexican wrestling masks, Huichol beadwork of vastly varying quality, and t-shirts bearing slogans such as 'Puerto Vallarta Hooter Inspector',…
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…
Sayulita
Specializes in silk-screened t-shirts and hipster beach bags – how about the revolutionary Emiliano Zapata holding a bouquet of flowers/surfboard…
Mazatlán
This sizable gallery-shop with entrances on two streets (the other one being on Belisario Dominguez) has striking ceramics, painted wood objects,…
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…
Acapulco
This sprawling indoor-outdoor bazaar has everything from atoles (corn-based drinks) to zapatos (shoes), plus produce, hot food and souvenirs. Any…
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…
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…
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.
Puerto Vallarta
In business since 1978, this excellent little shop stocks authentic Mexican dance masks, folk art and rural antiques for genuine collectors.
Acapulco
Stocks a good selection of mezcals and tequilas, such as Pierde Almas and 7 Leguas.
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…
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…
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…
