Shopping - Mexico City | ArrivalGuides.com

ShoppingGuide was updated: 18 giugno 2025

While big department stores and shopping centers have settled in Mexico City, there is also a large number of small craft shops, art galleries, curious markets and beautiful souvenir shops to be found in the city center. Along the big streets you can find many lovely places ideal for a spontaneous shopping spree.

Mercado de Coyoacán

Take in the colors and flavors of Mexico City as you stroll through this beautiful market area. Located near Frida Kahlo's museum, it is an easy stop on a sightseeing tour. Do grab some delicious finger food nearby. It's an ideal spot for people-watching and shopping for all kinds of local goods.

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Dulcería de Celaya

Located in the heart of Mexico City and housed in a historic building, the Dulcería de Celaya has been serving the locals since 1874. Offering a wide selection of colorful, creamy and handmade sweet delights wherever you look. A real paradise for those with a sweet tooth. Do try the coconut-stuffed limes (reportedly, Frida Kahlo's favorites).

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FONART – Galeria Reforma

If you prefer a fixed price to the intensity of market haggling, try the government-run FONART, a shop that stocks folk crafts and traditional clothing sourced from all across Mexico. Prices are fixed and reasonable, and creators are treated and paid fairly.

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Tianguis Cultural del Chopo

Known amongst locals as "El Chopo", this local flea market is a cultural gathering of major scale, with dozens of vendors setting up shops selling all sorts of things, from clothing to various knick knacks. Its specialty is music, mostly rock and punk. Live music acts by upcoming local bands accompany the event.

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Sanborns

This department store is one of the largest chains in the area, and holds everything from fashion to accessories, sporting goods, cosmetics, electronics, books, and much more. Whatever it is you may need on your trip, including souvenirs, you will surely find it here.

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Sonora Market

Established to revive local crafts and trades, this market has evolved into a curious sight within Mexico City. Along with art and pottery you can buy all kinds of herbal medicine, witchery paraphernalia and all things occult. Want to know the cost of dried skunk innards or starfish blood? The answer lies at Mercado Sonora.

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Liverpool

Do you need a new charger for your phone, comfy shoes for sightseeing or just want to get a new dress for that party tonight? No matter what it is you need, Liverpool has got it all. Drop in and make sure to bring your credit card, because you won't leave this department store empty-handed. The top floor of this particular branch is excellent for a buffet lunch with a view over Mexico City.

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Centro Santa Fe

One of the largest shopping centers in not just the Mexican capital, but all of Latin America, is located just outside the city. The assortment of stores and boutiques is staggering, and dining and entertainment options abound (there is even an ice-skating rink on site!).

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Ciudadela Market

Colorful knick knacks, lovely gifts and local crafts can be found at this city market. From traditional skull figures to necklaces, bracelets, and plenty of folk art and souvenir material, it is certainly easy to find the perfect item to bring back home. Do not hesitate to haggle, and pick up some street food to snack on.

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Samara Shops

This modern shopping center houses not only high-end fashion stores, but also a multitude of restaurants and cafes, a VIP cinema, supermarket, and a number of local corporate offices. It is one of the best hangout and shopping locations in the Santa Fe area.

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Shopping a Mexico City

Mercado de Coyoacán

Dulcería de Celaya

FONART – Galeria Reforma

Tianguis Cultural del Chopo

Sanborns

Sonora Market

Liverpool

Centro Santa Fe

Ciudadela Market

Samara Shops