Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Hidalgo
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This famous market was constructed in 1910 on account of Mexico's 100-year anniversary of independence.
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- Ariel1634Montevideo, Uruguay485 contributionsold marketLet's keep in mind that it was inaugurated in 1903. Today it has stores on the ground floor selling fruit, vegetables, and meats in general. On the upper floor, crafts are sold. When I visited, more or less half of the stalls were closed, according to what they told me, because it was low season.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten May 28, 2024
- BSBrendaGuanajuato, Mexico210 contributionsNice market, enjoy the buildingVery good place to know typical things of the city, plus the building is impressive. Look for original crafts, especially at the top (entering the main staircase, I recommend going left). At the bottom are foods, the smoothies are delicious, seafood and carnitas. In general, economical, look in various positions for what they like, there are different prices in the positions.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 11, 2024
- Ruben BBogota, Colombia106 contributionsNothing from the other worldReally, it's nothing special. It is the same, they are obtained throughout Mexico City. While typical dishes for breakfast or lunch are quaint, it is the same as you get in any restaurant and at the same price. I mean, I recommend you go to a good restaurant for breakfast and you will be more comfortable clean. In the market, you won't save anythingVisited November 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten November 7, 2024
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@luxandlan
Bogota, Colombia47 contributions
Nov 2023 • Business
The best thing is to see so much leather production with a proposal and adjusted to the latest trends. There are beautiful pieces on the second floor whose maximum price is 800 MXN. They have to go. They take away something beautiful.

Written December 12, 2023
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retired and traveling
Chapala, Mexico163 contributions
Aug 2022
We headed to the mercado after hours of exploring Guanajuato and many steps of walking made us hungry. We ate at one the outer outside restaurants. I had chile rellenos and my husband had chicken posole, There were several strolling musicians, mainly kids trying to sell candy and trinkets, people walking by. It was bright and colorful.
Written August 21, 2022
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Sundncr
Washington DC, DC1,128 contributions
Jan 2021
It is a very good cultural experience to visit this market. It has plenty of eating places and to shop for local goods. The place is pretty clean. While having something to eat in one of the restaurant, Mariachi bands serenade you with classic songs. It is a pleasant experience. You can bargain for souvenirs at one of the many stalls. It is located pretty close to the main historic center. Where as the historic center is touristy, this place is to experience the local culture.
Written February 19, 2021
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TravelingLily2014
Niskayuna, NY458 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We have traveled all over Mexico (except the border areas) and always visit the markets. Although this is a lovely building, it has very little of interest as markets go in Mexico. Most of the merchandise seems repetitive and far less interesting than one would find in Chiapas, the Yucatan, Oaxaca or Mexico City. I recommend a visit to see the building, but I do not recommend shopping here.
Written January 14, 2020
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RS81_12
Bogota, Colombia52 contributions
Mar 2021
Nothing to write home about. The market has a number of low cost touristy stalls which all sell the same cheap items. Do not expect high quality artisanal items, it is very much aimed at those looking for cheap toys etc.
Written March 15, 2021
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Paul
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico131 contributions
Feb 2020
About the best thing you can say about Mercado Hildago is that the building is actually quite interesting. Once inside, however, there is not much of any real interest. There is no cute place to sit, relax, and have a drink. The food is nothing special, unique, or varied. And the merchandise offered for sale did not appeal to us very much. We walked around for a bit, got bored, and left within fifteen minutes. Now mind you, I am not saying it's a bad place. It isn't. If you are passing by, it's worth checking out. But I wouldn't walk too far out of my way to go there if I were you.
Written March 25, 2020
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vagabondginger
Alicante, Spain1,237 contributions
Feb 2020
The building itself is impressive on the outside but inside was not worth more than just a walk through. There's really nothing too interesting at all in this part of the city.
I couldn't even find a place to just go relax and have a beer as the cantinas in this area were pretty bad. Unlike up in the main square there were not any cafes with outside tables. I did go into the church across from the market, otherwise just had to kill some time before our group was meeting up to go back to the hotel so this was kind of a boring stop.
I couldn't even find a place to just go relax and have a beer as the cantinas in this area were pretty bad. Unlike up in the main square there were not any cafes with outside tables. I did go into the church across from the market, otherwise just had to kill some time before our group was meeting up to go back to the hotel so this was kind of a boring stop.
Written March 10, 2020
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Alohagm
San Francisco, CA153 contributions
Nov 2020 • Friends
Not a particularly great market unless you want to hit the food stalls. Much better shopping is available from street vendors and shops. There was one cool leather bag stall right at the entrance (though we questioned whether they were actually leather) where we considered purchasing some items but that was it. We went to ensure we didn’t miss anything... and wish we had spent our time elsewhere!
Written November 23, 2020
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zendograilseeker
Saint Louis115 contributions
I first visited the Mercado Hidalgo on my honey moon, Luna de miel in spanish, and WOW .First, it was designed by Eiffel. As a Union Ironworker it is a great thrill for me to see such a grand and majestic aplication of steel,iron and rivets.
As you walk up to the Mercado Hidalgo from any approach it is swirling in activity. Anything you might be able to carry home after buying you can find...at a bargain. Tools,produce,flowers,pets,fresh cooked foods,movies,household goods,souvenirs,fresh meat and fish. All around are fresh food stands where you can buy an authentic Guanajuato lunch at a bargain price .From the Fondas [small lunch stands] outside where the women running the fondas motion you to come sit down by extending there arms straight and making a motion like a pantomime of an alligator's mouth opening and closing...the first couple times my wife and I saw this we were clueless but it was a great lesson in the difference in cultures.The food at the outside Fonda stands is simple and economical specializing in typical regional food.This is the working persons fare...the Mexicano equavalant of steak and potatoes.You can have a small multi-course meal with a refresco [soda] for $3.50...
On the inside of the Mercado Hidalgo there are many other great food stands.One of our favorites,a stand my wife and i come back to year after year is the stand of the Hermanos Rodriquez,Juan and Lalo.We were told about Hermanos Rodriquez on our second trip to Guanajuato.We never miss a chance to have a sandwich there for lunch or a snack.I do believe we have successfully tried everything on the menu and can report it is all GREAT.The portians are ample and everything is fresh fresh fresh..you ARE in the middle of the Mercado Hidalgo after all. Maybe $7.50 U.S. for a sanwich,soft drink and "papas fritos" french fries....for two.Learn your spanish words for the meats you like [ham,sausage,chicken] and you are in for a real treat.Say hey to Juan [curley hair] and Lalo.
Many days we have loaded up for a picnic early at the Mercado [everything gets opened up by about 8:00 a.m.Oh,early in the morning there is a lady that sells fresh tamales..TRY THEM!
If nothing else the Mercado is a great diversion or place to rest.You can park yourself on the stairs outside and watch Guanajuato move by...
As you walk up to the Mercado Hidalgo from any approach it is swirling in activity. Anything you might be able to carry home after buying you can find...at a bargain. Tools,produce,flowers,pets,fresh cooked foods,movies,household goods,souvenirs,fresh meat and fish. All around are fresh food stands where you can buy an authentic Guanajuato lunch at a bargain price .From the Fondas [small lunch stands] outside where the women running the fondas motion you to come sit down by extending there arms straight and making a motion like a pantomime of an alligator's mouth opening and closing...the first couple times my wife and I saw this we were clueless but it was a great lesson in the difference in cultures.The food at the outside Fonda stands is simple and economical specializing in typical regional food.This is the working persons fare...the Mexicano equavalant of steak and potatoes.You can have a small multi-course meal with a refresco [soda] for $3.50...
On the inside of the Mercado Hidalgo there are many other great food stands.One of our favorites,a stand my wife and i come back to year after year is the stand of the Hermanos Rodriquez,Juan and Lalo.We were told about Hermanos Rodriquez on our second trip to Guanajuato.We never miss a chance to have a sandwich there for lunch or a snack.I do believe we have successfully tried everything on the menu and can report it is all GREAT.The portians are ample and everything is fresh fresh fresh..you ARE in the middle of the Mercado Hidalgo after all. Maybe $7.50 U.S. for a sanwich,soft drink and "papas fritos" french fries....for two.Learn your spanish words for the meats you like [ham,sausage,chicken] and you are in for a real treat.Say hey to Juan [curley hair] and Lalo.
Many days we have loaded up for a picnic early at the Mercado [everything gets opened up by about 8:00 a.m.Oh,early in the morning there is a lady that sells fresh tamales..TRY THEM!
If nothing else the Mercado is a great diversion or place to rest.You can park yourself on the stairs outside and watch Guanajuato move by...
Written November 19, 2007
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Cherry_Wonderdog
New England4,999 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
Pretty nice market, with many food stands downstairs and more gift shops upstairs. We found trinkets, handbags, and t-shirts here, but there wasn’t the sense of incredible bargains that I had experienced at other markets in South America. Mercado Hidalgo offered variety, but its vendors didn’t allow for negotiations, and it didn’t seem too different than shops on the street.
Written August 12, 2018
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Maria Fernanda J
Aserri, Costa Rica
Me pueden recomendar un buen lugar para comer en el mercado? Y más o menos un rango de precios? Asimismo, que otros restaurantes creen que es mejor en cuanto a precio-calidad en comparación con el mercado? Gracias!
Written February 18, 2020
Hola, la verdad no como en el mercado.:(
Written February 19, 2020
Good question. According to our private tour guide the Eiffel brothers designed this building. I'm not certain if they designed before or after the Eiffel Tower in Paris. I can attest that the building is a photographer's dream. Past all the junky tourist stuff up front, the place starts humming with local flavor and authenticity. Go. It's an incredible experience for 10 or 2 hours.
Written July 1, 2017
cual es la direccion del mercado? de donde queda cerca??? alguien me puede ubicar? gracias de antemano!!
Written June 22, 2016
Esta en el centro de Guanajuato a un pasito del Guanajuato colonial de hecho no tiene pierde es el más famoso que encontrarás asà que sólo pregunta y llegas facilmente
Written June 22, 2016
?What are the average food prices in pesos
Written April 27, 2015
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