Plaza San Jacinto
Plaza San Jacinto
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Selected artists gather at this city square to display and sell their works.
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Theresa H
7 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
The plaza itself is a nice resting place for people watching but it's the surrounding shops, restaurants and accommodations that get 5-stars! Saks restaurant food & service are 5☆, and the tequileria is an homage to this favoured drink. The galleries and fine shopping in the white marble hotel across from Saks, highlights Mexican artists and designers. Shops line the street at the top of the plaza supporting rural Mexican artisans still handmaking clothing, other textiles & products to beautify your home.
Written March 12, 2020
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Chinapjs
Washington DC, DC3,626 contributions
Feb 2020
Saturday there is a giant market here. Other days it's quiet and a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of normal city life. Restaurants close by as is an old church and a museum. Quiet tourism
Written February 16, 2020
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Irishfx
Guadalajara, Mexico51 contributions
Aug 2010
Besides being a lovely plaza, this is also the site of the hanging of several members of the Irish Battalion called the San Patricios (after St. Patrick) who fought on the Mexican side in the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. Their story is in the book The Irish Soldiers of Mexico, along with maps, photos and a host of anecdotal information. The book is on Kindle. In the plaza a plaque commemorates the sacrifice of the Irish volunteers. This August the Irish Ambassador also dedicated a bust of Maj. John Riley who was the commander.
Written January 12, 2011
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Grousedoctor
Plattsburgh, NY600 contributions
Mar 2012 • Solo
Tired of the hustle and bustle of DF? Well, after a week in the capital, I was ready for a small vacation without leaving the city. I jumped on the Metrobus and headed south to the La Bombilla station where I ended up only a couple short blocks from San Jacinto Plaza. In fact, in this part of San Angel, there are three small plazas in close proximity where on Saturdays artists and craftspeople come out and sell their creations. The entire neighborhood, starting near this plaza and ending up at Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera Y Frida Kahlo, is a great walk. Cobblestone streets, two-hundred year old homes (Casa de los Delphines), and the charm of old Mexico permeate the area. In additional to the art around the plaza, many good eateries can also be found (including El Cardinal) where one can take a leisurely brunch. Another great relaxing spot are the gardens of the San Jacinto Monestary. On a Saturday, you might be lucky enough to catch a wedding in the small church. I spent a whole afternoon strolling around this neighborhood. Upon my return to the Districto Historico, I was recharged and ready to take on the crowds and energy of downtown. See more of my strolls on my DF travel blog at http://searchingfordiego.blogspot.com.
Written March 30, 2012
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L2travellers
Edmonton, Alberta33 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
We are very experienced travellers and security conscious. We stopped in at new upscale Santa Clara Coffee shop on the San Jacinto Plaza / Saturday art market -- very slick and skilled theive(s) took purse from adjacent chair.
Be very careful and never let your gurard down; keep everything teathered, even when in a seemingly respectable place. Now I know why the Starbucks in Condessa had *2* ! security guards - the hypervigilance required in Mexcico City detracts from the overall experience.
I hope the merchants in San Jacinto Plaza (and the Police, who did not seem overly interested in the theft) do something to deal with the crime in their market, otherwise I would not recommend shopping there.
Be very careful and never let your gurard down; keep everything teathered, even when in a seemingly respectable place. Now I know why the Starbucks in Condessa had *2* ! security guards - the hypervigilance required in Mexcico City detracts from the overall experience.
I hope the merchants in San Jacinto Plaza (and the Police, who did not seem overly interested in the theft) do something to deal with the crime in their market, otherwise I would not recommend shopping there.
Written July 30, 2012
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KestasKS
Vilnius, Lithuania3,820 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Very cool area for a Saturday walk. Plenty of artisanal shops, souvenirs, and just nice handicrafts. Plenty of bars and cafes to get a bite if tired.
Written May 1, 2021
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Traveler2504
Los Angeles, CA217 contributions
Nov 2016
On Saturdays the square is taken over by artists displaying their work. Despite some interesting highlights I have rarely seen a larger collection of badly painted horses and production line tourist crap.
I'm certain at some point, this was a great find but that day has gone and unless you are very keen to purchase a piece here, I wouldn't waste your time.
I'm certain at some point, this was a great find but that day has gone and unless you are very keen to purchase a piece here, I wouldn't waste your time.
Written November 30, 2016
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TravelMexicoOK
Mexico City108 contributions
May 2013 • Solo
A great place to spend weekends watching artistic performances and getting original presents when visiting town. Across the street there is a superb shopping area calles Bazaar Sabado for selected Mexican arts and crafts as a big open market. Just avoid the dining area.
Written June 5, 2013
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GVancouver
Vancouver, Canada971 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
I've seen there review dissing the quality of the arts and crafts for sale around Plaza San Jacinto. There is some truth. Some of the art is underwhelming. Don't let that deter you.
The square and adjacent indoor markets are vibrant, crowded and fun. There are a lot of colourful and interesting pieces. Mostly it is just for walking around soaking up the atmosphere. Who knows. Maybe the atmosphere will prompt you to buy some exotic piece of art. When you get home you'll wonder what the heck you were thinking, but you'll have a good story to tell your friends.
The square and adjacent indoor markets are vibrant, crowded and fun. There are a lot of colourful and interesting pieces. Mostly it is just for walking around soaking up the atmosphere. Who knows. Maybe the atmosphere will prompt you to buy some exotic piece of art. When you get home you'll wonder what the heck you were thinking, but you'll have a good story to tell your friends.
Written April 28, 2017
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BBleich
Columbus, OH13 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
This is a great place to visit on Saturday - Art set up in the plaza and street vendors all around mostly selling arts and crafts. Definitely worth a few hours.
Written July 22, 2016
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Como llegar desde Av. Florencia Nº41 , es un viaje corto en taxi? la zona es segura?
Gracias.
Written February 20, 2019
Si esta ubicado en la Calle de Florencia Zona Rosa, tomar metrobus en Reforma y bajarse en Av Insurgentes, y Transbordar a otro metro Bus que lo deje en Av, la Paz en San Angel, En Taxi si esta alejado ya que es muy al sur, evitar Horas Pico, y precauciones de no llevar ni mucho dinero y muchos valores.-Tiene que ser en Sabado y eso es una ventaja ya que no hay tanto trafico.-
Written February 20, 2019
Hi all. Can anyone please advise me of best way to get to San Jacinto from Mexico City ( hotel Marlowe) .....by public transport.
Thank you,
Written June 4, 2015
The Marlow Hotel is near to Av Insurgentes Centro, you have to take Metrobus (Public Transport) to Sout Direccion and weak up in Av La Paz, y walk about three bloks cross Av Revolucion and you are in San Jacinto Bazar, you have to go in Saturday.Saludos
Written February 21, 2019
Hi! Does anyone know if San Jacinto's Saturday bazaar is usually active and open on April 4, the Saturday before Easter? Do vendors usually participate on "Holy Saturday"?
Written January 20, 2015
Hola April 4 is nor holiday in México no Easter and not Holy Saturday, you will can go to the Bazar that day.-Saludos
Written February 21, 2019
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