About
Largest market in Central America, filled with vibrant textiles, locally grown produce, and meats. Worth getting a guide to maximize your time and not get lost.
Why go
- One of the wildest and biggest markets in central america
- Epicentre of guatemalan culture you need to visit
- A vibrant indigenous market selling textiles, crafts, and local produce
Must try
- Vibrant textiles
- Locally grown produce
- Souvenir shopping
- Handmade goods
- Custom rings
Pro tips
- Get a guide to maximize your time
- Market starts to wrap up around 2pm
- It’s around a 2 hour drive from panajachel
- Head into panajachel and shuttles will be offering rides
- Negotiate prices
Good to know
- You’ll need cash
- Haggling is the norm
- Relentless street hustlers
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Rating
4.3 / 5 (677 reviews)
Price: Q 50–100
Phone: +502 4518 7726