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El Mercado

The guide was updated: 2021-07-28

Located at the Historic Market Square, El Mercado is the largest Mexican market outside of Mexico. Indulge yourself in the flavors of old Mexico at Mi Tierra and La Margarita and discover quirky handcrafted works of art and curiosities around the plazas.

Useful Information

Address: 514 West Commerce Street - San Antonio, TX
Opening hours: Open daily from 10h - 18h
Website: www.getcreativesanantonio.com/Explore-San-Antonio/Market-Square
Phone: +1 210 207 8600
Email: marketsquare@sanantonio.gov

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Market Square

Market Square

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Pearl Farmers Market

Pearl Farmers Market

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La Villita Historic Arts Village

La Villita Historic Arts Village

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Shops at Rivercenter

Shops at Rivercenter

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North Star Mall

North Star Mall

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The Shops at La Cantera

The Shops at La Cantera

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The Alley On Bitters

The Alley On Bitters

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Buckhorn Curio Store & Gift Shop

Buckhorn Curio Store & Gift Shop

Albert Friedrich opened the curio store back in 1920. Since then, next to the Buckhorn museum it offers Bowie knives, cowboy hats, games and t-shirts as well as funny and unique items that could only exist in Texas.

Alamo Quarry Market

Alamo Quarry Market

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El Mercado

El Mercado

Located at the Historic Market Square, El Mercado is the largest Mexican market outside of Mexico. Indulge yourself in the flavors of old Mexico at Mi Tierra and La Margarita and discover quirky handcrafted works of art and curiosities around the plazas.

Blue Star Arts Complex

Blue Star Arts Complex

The Blue Star Arts Complex is a compound of art galleries, studios, shops, as well as eateries, bars and the Blue Star Brewing Company. A nice place to hang out during the weekend. You can see the artists working while taking a stroll next to the riverside.

The Rim

The Rim

The Rim is an outdoor shopping complex with lots of shops and restaurants and numerous fountains and landscaping. It includes Target, Lane Bryant, Hobby Lobby, Michaels and Bas Pro. The complex is huge, so going by car is a good idea.

Garcia Art Glass Inc

Garcia Art Glass Inc

Considered the local version of Dale Chihuly, Garcia Art Glass sells and produces beautiful glass decorative items. Drop by and watch the glassblowers create unique pieces.

Cavender's Boot City

Cavender's Boot City

You cannot visit Texas without taking home a pair of authentic cowboy boots. The only thing you'll have to worry about is the difficulty to choose among the huge selection of western attire and boots, but the helpful staff will be more than glad to assist you.

San Angel Folk Art

San Angel Folk Art

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Traders Village

Traders Village

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Mercado Rita's

Mercado Rita's

Located near the River Walk, this colorful store sells from quirky Mexican curios and unique souvenirs to everything in between.

Shetler Wade Jewelers

Shetler Wade Jewelers

A real jewel of a shop where you can find exquisite jewelry from the most exclusive designers and a top-notch service that will make your shopping experience even more memorable.

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