Mercado 28 is a favorite among Brazilians who love to shop during their vacations. And it's no wonder, as Mercado 28 offers a wide variety of items at excellent prices. It's definitely worth haggling and leaving with lots of bags and gifts for everyone.
Buying souvenirs and typical Mayan objects is one of the best things to do in Cancun.
Located just a few meters from Plaza Bonita, it has numerous cheap clothing and jewelry stores, temporary tattoo studios, hair braiding shops and, above all, many craft shops, souvenir shops and gift shops made by locals, most of whom are descendants of the Mayan culture. In short, it is a great way to support the local economy and return home with authentic and affordable items.
Another advantage of Mercado 28 is that you can try authentic Mexican cuisine in the various restaurants on site. A good option is to have a Mexican breakfast and the dish I recommend is Chilaquiles (you will have to try it and share your experience).
Remember, if you are not used to chili peppers, ask for your dishes “sin chile, por favor”, as in Mexico most traditional dishes contain chili peppers.
To get to Mercado 28 from the Hotel Zone, you can take the R2 bus. It will usually say “Market 28” on the bus. A great alternative is to take a Shopping Tour that starts at Mercado 28 and passes through the best shopping areas in the city, all with a local guide who will give you lots of tips.
It is open every day from 9:00 to 20:00.
Address: Av. Xel-ha s/n, Mz. 13, SM 28
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