San Miguel de Allende and the Heartland
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1. Fábrica La Aurora
El CentroA 10-minute walk from the center of town, Fábrica La Aurora, which was established in 1902, was the principal source of fine-quality muslin in the region until competition forced its closing. It reopened in 1990 as exhibition spaces for dozens of art galleries and antique- and modern-furniture showrooms; also, many local artists have opened studios here. The concentration of art galleries draws visitors in huge numbers, especially during the monthly art walk, Friday beginning at 5 pm. If you're shopped out and hungry, head for the Food Factory, with its old-world character and comfortable sofas under a covered patio. Or pick up a snack at the outdoor Café de la Aurora coffee shop.
Calzada de la Aurora s/n, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico -
2. Galería Atotonilco
El CortijoCeramicist Mayer Shacter and his wife Susan Page have an amazing collection of decorative and utilitarian folk-art pieces from all over Mexico in several showrooms. On the way to several hot springs, the pilgrimage center at Atotonilco, and the town of Dolores Hidalgo, the 5,000-square-foot gallery is a destination in itself, and not just a must for avid shoppers. In 2014 the editor of the art magazine series Artes en Mexico called the shop "without a doubt the finest exhibition and sale of Mexican popular art in the country." It's open by appointment only. If you are serious about high-quality folk-art pieces, make an appointment.
Camino Antiguo Estacion Ferrocarril 14, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico415-185–2225 -
3. Abrazos
El CentroAlthough Abrazos also has napkins, place mats, pot holders, and baby bibs, the small shop is primarily known for dresses, blouses, men's shirts, and women's aprons in the store's outstanding cotton fabric, printed exclusively for the shop in Day of the Dead skulls and other iconic figures. The fabric is sold by the meter as well.
Zacateros 24, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-154–8580 -
4. Artes de México
El CentroArtes de México has a huge selection of Mexican crafts, including ceramics, tin, paper, iron, and wooden items, at reasonable prices.
Calzada de la Aurora 47, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-152–0764Shop Details
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5. Camino Silvestre
El CentroAt Camino Silvestre ("wild road"), an eclectic and slightly eccentric selection of gifts and home furnishings delights the eye, all arranged as if in a home or garden rather than a store. Bird and nature themes predominate: choose among hummingbird feeders, birdhouses, framed prints, fine linens, wool rugs, art prints and paintings, and much more. Adjacent is a pricey but pretty tea room. There's a second location at Zacateros 46 (Tel.415/121–3359).
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6. Casa Michoacana
El CentroCasa Michoacana, located near Fábrica La Aurora, offers gorgeous, high-quality handicrafts from the state of Michoacán, one of Mexico's most prolific producers of popular art.
Calzada de la Aurora 23, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-154–5008 -
7. Cerro Blanco Joyería
El CentroCerro Blanco Joyería creates and crafts its own silver and gold jewelry, with clean lines and a modern look.
Calzada de la Aurora, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-154–9501 -
8. Diva
El CentroDirectly across the street from Bellas Artes, Diva has an excellently curated collection of stylish women's clothing, with a small section for the guys. The jewelry as well is tasteful yet fun and unusual. It's the first shop within an old colonial plaza, across the passageway from La Victoriana herbal concoctions shop. If shopping has sapped your strength, head to the back of the little mall for a delicious bakery treat at La Buena Vida, open until midday only.
Hernandez Macias 72–4, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-152–4980 -
9. Galeria 15
El CentroPainter Daniel Rueffert paints landscapes and Mexican scenes with bold brushstrokes and bright colors that capture the essence of Pozos, where he lives, and the surrounding countryside.
Sollano 15, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico442-459–8707 -
10. Guajuye
Guajuye, on the road to the railroad station, is the local glass factory, where you can pick up all sorts of handblown glassware. There's a "seconds" outlet directly across the street, behind the Immigration Office. It also has a shop in town at Correo 11.
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11. Joyería David
El CentroEstablished in 1963, Joyería David has an extensive selection of silver jewelry, much of it made on the premises. Jewelers on-site can help customers design their own pieces containing Mexican opals, amethysts, topazes, malachite, turquoise, or other stones.
Zacateros 53, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-152–0056 -
12. Juan Ezcurdia Gallery
El CentroThe simple figurative acrylic paintings of Juan Ezcurdia, who can often be found working in his gallery in Fábrica La Aurora, are playful yet powerful, and often feature humans and animals. Look for iguanas drinking beverages through a straw, stylized humans riding bikes, and other fun and cheerful images.
Camino Fábrica la Aurora s/n, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-154–8286 -
13. Mercado de Artesanías
El CentroSpilling out for several blocks behind the Mercado Ignacio Ramírez is the Mercado de Artesanías. You'll find vendors of local work at this artisans' market—glass, tin, and papier-mâché—as well as silver jewelry at bargain prices, Huichol beaded jewelry, and woven wool rugs from Oaxaca.
Andador Lucas Balderas, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico -
14. Mixta
El CentroAs its name implies, this shop has an eclectic mix of tasteful items (as well as piquaresque greeting cards for women of a certain age). Pretty, hip jewelry, a smattering of ceramic pieces from different parts of Mexico, and other potential gifts share space—in a gorgeous old house surrounding a central courtyard—with blouses, dresses, and other clothing with clean lines and a distinctive, modern look.
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15. Ono
El CentroA few doors down from the tourism office, Ono offers a pleasing assortment of textiles and a wide range of traditional clothing—including blouses, shawls, stoles, and scarves—as well as jewelry, mostly in traditional designs.
Plaza Principal 20, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-152–1366 -
16. San Miguel Shoe
El CentroSan Miguel Shoe features a delightful selection of locally crafted shoes and sandals in a rainbow of colors, all designed for walking on cobblestones. Look for them in other boutiques throughout town as well.
Reloj 27, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, 37700, Mexico415-121–2333 -
17. Santiago Corral Gallery
El CentroMake a sharp right just inside the entrance to Fábrica La Aurora to find one of San Miguel's most intriguing galleries. The oil paintings, including hyper-realistic still lifes, landscapes, and unusual portraits, as well as charming sculptures and modern art pieces are always fresh and innovative, often provoking contemplation. There's a couch in a long, narrow lobby overlooking the sculptures for tired or crabby spouses.
Calzada de la Aurora s/n, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico415-120–0944 -
18. Skot Foreman Gallery
El CentroOpen daily, Skot Foreman sells the work of Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Peter Max, M.C. Escher, Ansel Adams, and other lesser known but collectible artists.
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19. Tianguis Organico
El CentroAlthough everyone calls it the "Organic Market," only some of the stands sell organic produce. Nonetheless, there's plenty of healthful, regionally grown raw food and honey plus organic coffee, wonderful breads and baked goods, cheeses, and desserts. About half the stands sell handicrafts or other nice gifts, including plant-based cosmetics, incense, wool rugs, cotton blouses, and hooked-rug pieces made by a women's co-op. Hot food stands do a brisk business selling quesadillas, gorditas, and regional snacks, and it's easy to strike up a conversation at the long outdoor picnic tables.
Ancha de San Antontio 32, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico -
20. Tutto Bianco
El CentroA small shop in a diverse little plaza (with an art gallery, sports bar, puzzle shop, and creperie, among other businesses) across from Bellas Artes, "Everything White" actually represents the full spectrum of colors and styles in dresses, scarves, hats, purses, blouses, and jewelry for women. Many of the unique pieces are designed by the owner; a few come from outside Mexico, such as blouses from India and kimono-style coats from Japan.
Canal 21, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico415-152–0741
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