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Benito Juarez Market (Mercado de Benito Juarez)

the corner of Flores Magon and Colon, two blocks f, Oaxaca, Mexico
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Ranked #13 of 49 attractions in Oaxaca
Type: Flea/ Street Markets, Historic Sites
Activities: Shopping
Description: Visitors to this marketplace are advised to bargain with vendors to get low prices.
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Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

They say bargain for the best prices. Don't be a jerk! The vendors are not out to screw tourists. The prices are consistent, and everything is very inexpensive. At the front entrance of the market is a collective of women who make baskets. They're beautiful and very very affordable! A giant handmade basket is MAYBE $10... if I ever saw... More

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tularosa, NM
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Something for everyone here. Prices are good but don't forget to bargain for the best prices. Seems clean and all the vendors are friendly, even if you don't spend money with them.

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The market has everything from fruits and vegetables, to textiles for tourists, to mole, to pinatas, to aquarium supplies, to brooms. It is small and cramped but easily accessible from downtown and not too crowded inside. This isn't necessarily the best shopping in town, but a fun cultural experience with a lot to see. There are a few places to... More

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Peachland, B.C.
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Mexican markets are great places to wander through. Lots of things to look at and buy, fabulous flowers, but just didn't want to try the local specialty of crickets.

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Monterrey, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

If you really want to know what is Oaxaca, what they eat, and how they dress. You have to go. Best prices in town.

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Wilmington, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

A visit to Oaxaca without seeing this market would be sad indeed. Clothing, souvenirs, produce - you name it. And the comedores offer great food at very reasonable prices. Don't miss the tlyudas - sort of a Mexican style pizza and more than one person can possibly eat.

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Oaxaca, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

Try eating in one of the various comedors - you will not be disappointed. I haven't got up the nerve to eat a grasshopper yet, but maybe soon...

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victoria bc
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Picked up souvenirs, mescal and fabulous bags that I plan to use for lunch bags. There were some great leather bags here too. Lucky for us outside the market were Potato Chip Stands served with hot sauce. The best !Senor Cara de Papa I think.

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sydney
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

This is the perfect place to buy a few knick-knacks at a fraction of the cost compared to more posh shops. Grab your souvenirs from here!

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Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

Great selection of artisans and food booths. The larger Abastos market is on the Periferico Rd 10 blocks north but this small market has a good sampling of Oaxaca delights.

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