Shopping in Oaxaca

Oaxaca is famous for its traditional arts and crafts, and its markets are the perfect place to find unique and authentic souvenirs. Here are some of the best places to shop in Oaxaca:
    Benito Juárez Market: This is the largest and most famous market in Oaxaca, offering a wide variety of products, from fresh produce and meats to textiles, pottery, and handicrafts.
    20 de Noviembre Market: Known for its food section, this market is a great place to try traditional Oaxacan dishes such as tlayudas, mole, and chapulines (fried grasshoppers).
    Mercado de Artesanías: This market specializes in handicrafts and souvenirs, such as embroidered textiles, pottery, carved wooden figurines, and colorful alebrijes (fantastical creatures).
    La Casa de las Artesanías de Oaxaca: This government-run shop features high-quality handicrafts from all over the state, including textiles, pottery, and metalwork.
    Centro de las Artes de San Agustín: Located in the nearby town of San Agustín Etla, this cultural center and gallery showcases the work of local artisans, including textiles, ceramics, and glasswork.
    Taller Alfonso Castillo: This workshop and gallery in the village of San Martín Tilcajete specializes in the production of alebrijes, carved and painted wooden animals and monsters.
    La Cosecha Oaxaca: This stylish boutique features a curated selection of modern and traditional Oaxacan crafts, including clothing, jewelry, and home décor.
    Pueblos Mancomunados: If you're looking for a more immersive shopping experience, consider taking a tour of the Pueblos Mancomunados, a group of remote villages in the mountains of Oaxaca that are known for their unique handicrafts and ecotourism activities.