05/19/2018 Second stop is getting outside of the city. The…read moreprecursor to our main objective. But first, you must see what we have in store to show all of you tourists. Mainly all of the different rocks gathered from nearby lava rocks. When I say nearby, it's really more than 150km away. Just the different color variations is amazing. Carving from giant pieces to create works of art is not priceless. It's a collection you could bring home as a souvenir depending on the size. The first thing we saw is this plant that the core is hollowed out to see this liquid called something like, ma-gey (spelling?). I'm sure in some process, it becomes fermented to our samples of tequila. What tour in Mexico that doesn't include tequila tasting. We get to sample the ma-gey which is a bit sour like citrus fruit then not so much. Also not something you would order at a bar. We are shown different pieces with amazing natural color. Gold, orange, mixed in with the black color. One of the pieces you can see through if you were to look at an eclipse of the sun. Why didn't we know about this much earlier. After walking around the gift shop, waiting on everyone else in our group. There is a guy who showed up and started up the loom. As if he is continuing the light blue woven fabric. Interesting how he incorporates the color for the design. Then it was time to load up the van.

This is basically a tourist trap. Don't get me wrong, they do have pretty good stuff. I mean its…read morenice artwork pieces that they sell but it is pricier than if you brought from vendors at the sun and moon pyramids. They claim that their things are genuine. I am sure because it is a store. I would say for silver and stuff like that buy from them. In terms of stone carve artwork, I would browse around. I know the stone carved artwork are real no matter where you buy it because you can't have fake rocks. I do like how the storekeeper goes and explains their products/artworks. Also you get to sample their Tequila and Poche. If you join a tour, there is a high chance you end up coming here.

Gorgeous artistic crafts. Plan to spend time during all my visits to CDMX. Not cheap for sure,…read moreaccording to quality and taste

From the owner: Un sinfín de experiencias emergieron cuando una mujer de origen francés viajo a una comunidad de…read morePuebla, enamorándose de sus artesanías. De la preocupación de rescatar e impulsar la esencia del país, expresada en el arte popular mexicano nace Hilos en Nogada. Los orígenes de nuestras artesanías provienen de comunidades rurales de los municipios de Tenango de Doria, San Felipe Jalapa de Díaz, Pahúatlan, San Martin Tilcajete, Xalitla, Santo Tomás Jalienza entre otros, que pertenecen a diferentes estados de la república. Gracias a técnicas milenarias, utilizan diferentes recursos naturales de su región, como el barro, madera, textiles, talavera, cobre, entre otros para crear sus piezas. Nuestra misión es promover este bello arte, ayudando a los maestros artesanos a comercializar sus piezas únicas innovando el concepto y respetando la identidad cultural de cada región y comunidad

Incredible ceramics of every variety, from contemporary and minimal to angel wings rising over the…read moresun and massive raku pots. Come and spend a pay check or two here, for the beautiful life.

Cozy small shop with art supplies, people were nice. Prices were reasonable. Got my traveling…read morewatercolor supplies...no problem

From the owner: Venta de oleos, acrílicos pinceles, bastidores, lienzos y materiales para artistas en las mejores…read moremarcas y a los mejores precios

If your travels take you to Mexico City, and you won't get the opportunity to visit other regions…read moreof this wonderfully diverse country, be sure to take some time out of your busy touring schedule (I'd say at least 2-3 hours or more) to explore every nook and cranny of this awesome crafts market. Even if you don't buy a thing (impossible!!) you'll feel like you've taken a whirlwind tour of some of the most beautiful and artistically productive areas of the country... I love the colors, the feel of "discovering" a great bargain or a unique piece of craftwork. It may seem like there's a lot of repetition here (and there is...) but if you take the time, and really check out all the hidden nooks and crannies, you're bound to find a true, one of a kind gem (or twelve...)!! I could spend a week in here!! There's a cafe mid way through the market, and restrooms toward the back. Don't miss the non-craft (foods, spices, etc.) vendors around the perimeter, don't waste too much time trying to bargain/heckle, as most of the prices are super reasonable (though some vendors will give you great deals for volume buying) and one of your purchases before leaving CDMX might just be another suitcase (or three!) to bring home all your WONDERFUL finds here at the Ciudadela Market!! ANIMO!!! Shop here, DON'T wait til you're leaving at the airport, and see lesser-quality work for 3x the price!!

You know the drill... you tell family and friends where you're jetting off to and all of a sudden…read moreEVERYONE needs you to bring them back a souvenir. In Mexico City you can get all your tías, tíos, primos, vecinos what they asked for at La Ciudadela. This art market is huge! Once you walk in through the front gates you will notice that the layout is just like a little city. You have about 8-10 "streets" which have multiple stores on each one. I was soooo amazed at all of the high quality pottery, jewelry, sculptures, hand embroidered Oaxacan dresses that met my eye. At this point, I had a big problem since I knew I wanted more than I could hold in my luggage. I found beautiful hand embroidered table clothes from Hidalgo and Oaxaca that were priced very well considering the intricate work. I also bought 2 hand painted pieces -- a pitcher and a vase -- that cost me less than $20USD for both. The vendors are open to haggling with you, but keep in mind that these people are artisans and should get paid at market value. I didn't feel comfortable haggling with them since the prices were already more than reasonable. On the outskirts of La Ciudadela you'll find additional stores that sell iron works, hand blown glass work, and more. I wish I had more time to comb through the whole area but shame on me for leaving my visit to the morning I was flying out. I can easily see spending 2-3 hours here checking out all they have to offer. Note that you need to bring Mexican pesos when shopping here. If you get hungry or thirsty there's a cool little food stand near the front gate where you can get yummy quesadillas and gorditas. There's a really neat park across the street as well where you can take a breather and recharge for more shopping. This place is a must for all that are visiting MX City. You not only have a one stop shop for your cool souvenirs but you support local artists and their crafts.

I recently purchased a condo in downtown, and I soon realized that I have very few items like…read more furniture, kitchenware, or anything to make the place nice. I wanted to get a couple of nice things so I began to search for stores that carried furniture and other types of cool things like perhaps even artwork. I found this store online and the actually have a couple of locations. This one was the closest to me. The first things that I saw was the dining set that was handmade from Patambanán Michoacán. The set of four plates of three sizes, bowls, and cups came to be around $8,000. They looked absolutely beautiful. The service here wasn't the best considering the high-end items that they sell. The lady at the register barely even acknowledge d my existence. She was preoccupied with some sales slips and seemed to have trouble getting up out of her chair, to help out another customer. However the one gentleman wasnice and helpful. I would definitely recommend this store for their great products, bit less like to recommend for their service.

This outlet on the Paseo de la Reforma exhibits the finest craftspeople in Mexico. Some of the…read moreobjects can be very expensive. All of them are unique and beautiful. The sales staff is bilingual, and they take credit cards. They can explain what it is you're looking at, so you know what you are purchasing. If you decide whether or not to do so. They don't mind window shopper's. You can find many of the things they carry at the various markets and tanguis scattered around Mexico City for less money. But, none are as stunning as they are here. Why do people shop at Tiffany's? I think for the same reasons.