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El Parazal Arts & Crafts Market

El Parazal Arts & Crafts Market
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Type of Attraction
Markets & Bazaars
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Shopping, Art, Local Culture
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Price: Free
Although enjoying the atmosphere of this tourist's market is free, the arts and crafts sold here are not. Prices will vary according to vendor.
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
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El Parazal Arts & Crafts Market

El Parazal / Flea Market

Daily Outdoor Handicrafts Market


Family Time

Address:
Calle Cinco de Mayo & Calle Vásquez de León
(Old Acapulco)
Acapulco, Guerrero 39300

Description

El Parazal Arts & Crafts Market, also known simply as the Flea Market, is the place to go if you are looking for Mexican souvenirs and handicrafts. Stalls at the daily outdoor market offer everything from hand carved wooden ceremonial masks to hand embroidered dresses to chessboards carved from onyx and alabaster. If you really want to recreate that Mexican siesta atmosphere back at home, pick up a hammock at El Parazal.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9am-9pm, daily
Visit Time: 1hr-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Price Notes: Although enjoying the atmosphere of this tourist's market is free, the arts and crafts sold here are not. Prices will vary according to vendor.

Exposure

Indoor with no climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Taxi Walking
Parking Availability: Limited
Notes: Parking in Old Acapulco is limited. Public transportation or traveling on foot is advised.


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