5 Best Places to Shop in The Cayo District, Belize

This gallery has one of the best selections of Belizean and Guatemalan crafts in Belize. It has an especially good selection of wood items from tropical hardwoods, including bowls, small pieces of furniture, and carvings. It's a great place to get an authentic, high-quality souvenir. There's also a small restaurant and guesthouse here.

On Saturday morning, San Ignacio Market comes alive with farmers selling local fruits and vegetables. Stop in and pick up a Belizean specialty like soursop or guaya. Vendors also hawk crafts, clothing, and household goods. Some vendors show up on other days as well, but Saturday has by far the largest market. A smaller vegetable and fruit market is open weekdays near Burns Avenue, closer to town.

With one of the largest selections of arts and crafts in Belize, Art Box is the place to go if you're looking for handcrafted gifts, books, jewelry, or souvenirs. Upstairs is a gallery featuring Belizean artists including Carolyn Carr.

The friendliest little grocery in the Cayo is Celina's Superstore, which has almost anything you'll need, including groceries, picnic supplies, toiletries, snacks, booze, and more.

Check out the home gallery of noted artist Walter Castillo, a San Pedro native. His highly collectible, colorful paintings are among the best-known contemporary works on Belizean life. You can also buy prints, postcards, and shirts with his paintings. Call ahead for directions to the gallery and to arrange a time to visit.