Handpicked by a Peru Local Expert, we bring you our guide to 'Artisan and Craft Markets in Peru'.
Peru is a country known for its rich culture and vibrant traditions. One of the best ways to experience the unique artistic heritage of Peru is by visiting its artisan and craft markets. These markets are scattered throughout the country, offering a wide variety of handmade goods that showcase the talent and creativity of local artisans.
One of the most famous artisan markets in Peru is the Pisac Market, located in the Sacred Valley near Cusco. This market is a bustling hub of activity, with vendors selling everything from colorful textiles and traditional clothing to intricate pottery and beautiful jewelry. Visitors can browse the stalls, chat with the artisans, and purchase one-of-a-kind treasures to take home as souvenirs.
Another must-visit market in Peru is the San Pedro Market in Cusco. This vibrant market is a feast for the senses, with stalls overflowing with fresh produce, fragrant flowers, and delicious local delicacies. In addition to food items, visitors can also find handmade crafts such as alpaca wool sweaters, hand-painted ceramics, and woven tapestries.
For those looking to explore the bustling streets of Lima, the Miraflores Market is a must-visit destination. This market is a treasure trove of Peruvian handicrafts, with vendors selling everything from intricate textiles and brightly colored paintings to unique pottery and handmade jewelry. Visitors can stroll through the market, pick up some souvenirs, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city.
Whether you're looking for a beautiful piece of jewelry, a colorful tapestry, or a delicious local delicacy, Peru's artisan and craft markets have something for everyone. So next time you find yourself in this diverse and culturally rich country, be sure to set aside some time to explore the vibrant markets and discover the unique treasures they have to offer.
Indian Market Miraflores
Indian Market Miraflores Just one block from the roundabout at the big park in Miraflores you find Av. Petit Thouars. On block 52 to 55 are many artisan markets selling nearly everything what Peruvian craftsmanship has to offer. You get the typical souvenirs, nice artisan craftworks, beautiful silver jewelry and other silverware, clothes made of Peru's famous alpaca, funny T-Shirts, pottery, pa...
Alpaca 111
Alpaca 111 They are leaders in the exportation of alpaca products. Knitted garments, coats, jackets, baby alpaca scarf, crossed cape, gold of the Andes, the shade of the Andes. South American Camelids Produce traditional handicrafts from Peru, all handmade, the Incas culture. Rugs, tapestries, blankets, alpaca bedspreads, blankets, gourds. The Peruvian Handicrafts are well known around the worl...
Common Product Prices
Common Product Prices As a result of a good economic management, Peru still remains as one of the Latin American countries with the lowest inflation rate. Its free-floating exchange rate, determined by market forces, is among the most stable ones in Latin America. This stability is directly reflected in the consumer prices. To give you some sort of idea what product prices in Peru are ...
Arts & Crafts Fair Pueblo Libre
Arts & Crafts Fair Pueblo Libre The artisan markets along Av. La Marina are less touristy than the markets in Miraflores and less convenient located. Anyhow even if the area suffered from the growing markets in Miraflores you can still find the one or other 'market' selling a good variety of handicrafts from all over Peru. Arts & Crafts Fair Pueblo Libre The two bigger mar...
'El Molino I'
'El Molino I' Shopping Center In 2004, and intending to respond to the commercial needs of a dense population, approximately 600 thousand inhabitants, a group of companies with great experience in commercial and urban projects, HOUSING AND PROJECTS, WALLS AND CEILINGS and LONDOÑO GÓMEZ, started the planning of an important work that will positively impact the lifestyle of people and the devel...
Gamarra
Gamarra Located in the heart of La Victoria is Gamarra, Lima's clothes district. Approx 20,000 small to middle size shops are spread over 20 blocks. The main shopping area can be found at block 6 to 10 of Jiron Agustin Gamarra, which is closed for traffic and the surrounding smaller streets. Gamarra Gamarra combines a cluster of small stores with modern shopping malls. Here you can ...
Polvos Azules
Polvos Azules - 'Blue Powder' Commercial Center Polvos Azules 'shopping center' started back in the 1980s when informal street merchants took over a parking lot behind the Post Office in the city center next to the Government Palace. The place owed his name to Colonial times, when it was the block where powdered indigo was sold. So very soon the rag-bag of stalls was only known as Polvos Azules...
