Shopping in Mexico City: from handicrafts to luxury stores

Sprawling Mexico City is a smorgasbord of shopping options where luxury and tradition go hand in hand to offer something for every taste. Let us show you some of the top-rated locations where you can flex those shopping muscles in the vibrant Mexican capital.

Álvaro Barush Sanchez Gamiño

All under one roof in Mexico City’s malls

If you’re tempted by floor upon floor of brands and designer names, spend a day browsing the stores in a shopping mall, ubiquitous in Mexico City’s many districts. For example, to the north of the city there are well-known options such as Liverpool Satélite and Mundo E, while the Punta Norte Outlet is a must for incredible savings on the best brand names.

Luxury shopping options: Polanco and Santa Fe

If you’re in search of luxury labels, heading further downtown to the high-class neighborhood of Polanco is a must: here you’ll find the city’s answer to New York’s Fifth Avenue, Avenida Presidente Masaryk, which features top designer names such as Gucci, Hugo Boss, and Cartier as well as an array of restaurants for a pause between purchases.
Then, continue your quest for the hottest labels in cosmetics, fashion, and homeware in Polanco’s stylishly upscale Palacio de Hierro shopping mall, a short stroll away. Just ten minutes from here you’ll also find the exclusive Zona Rosa, which definitely holds its own as a luxury shopping location.
The contemporary neighborhood and business district of Santa Fe, to the west of Mexico City, is also right up there on the list for high-end shopping. Among other options, it’s actually home to Latin America’s largest mall, Centro Santa Fe, whose three floors of designer names and high street labels are sure to impress.

Discover Mexico’s artisan style in traditional markets

For those who prefer individual artisan charm, Mexico City’s secrets are revealed in its many markets. Why not start at the bustling Mercado de Artesanias La Ciudadela? In this unique and colorful handicraft market, artisan products will catch your eye at every turn. From traditional art, to jewelry, to fabrics, you’re sure to find a unique piece to recreate that feeling of Mexico once you return home.
Or, if you’re tempted by quirky boutiques and independent stores, a 20-minute trip from the city center by public transport will have you in the fashionable districts of La Condesa and Roma, where you can browse for some one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. While you’re here, don’t miss the chance to feast on delicious dishes in the Mercado Roma market!
Finally, for those who crave that arty atmosphere, the neighborhood of Coyoacán is sure to be a hit. Head over to spend an afternoon browsing the vibrant Mercado de Coyoacán or the Mercado Artesanal Mexicano for some traditional products with a uniquely Mexican flair.

Author: Álvaro Barush Sanchez Gamiño

General Manager at NH Collection Mexico City Reforma

I have had the fortune of living in the three main cities of Mexico over the last 9 years, full of culture and irreplaceable tradition, each with its impressive unique architecture and extraordinary people who make it even better. My name is Álvaro Barush and I was the General Manager of NH Collection Guadalajara Providencia, in the beautiful "Pearl of the West", Guadalajara, Mexico, and NH Collection Mexico City Centro Histórico. Currently developing as General Manager at NH Collection Mexico City Reforma. Both experiences have been unique and extraordinary, enriching me both personally and professionally, and I hope to continue meeting extraordinary people and unique cultures, creating memorable experiences for each one.

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