The market is one of the most important markets in Guatemala. It takes place every Thursday and Sunday. Many locals come from near and far to sell and buy their produced and manufactured products. The market is very diverse, offering vegetables, spices, fruits, woven fabrics, carpets, wood and pottery, jewelry and everything else you need for life. It is worth a visit, because here you can experience something cultural and culinary.
Every Thursday and Sunday, the market on and along the steps of the Santo Tomás Church in Chichicastenango, the largest in Central America, attracts many tourists, as well as Guatemalan merchants and buyers - native Quiché as well as Mam, Ixil, Cakchiquel and others , After visiting the market and the church you should still take a little refreshment at the hotel.
Translated by Google •
In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!
We use cookies that are essential for the app and website to function correctly or are used to produce aggregated statistics. With your consent, we and our third-party partners will also use tracking technologies to improve the in-app and navigation experience, and to provide you with personalized services and content. To give your consent, tap Accept all cookies.
Alternatively, you can customize your privacy settings by tapping Customize Preferences, or by going to Cookie Preferences at any time. If you don’t want us to use non-technical tracking technologies, tap Refuse.
For more information about how we process your personal data through cookies, take a look at our Privacy Policy.
We value your privacy ⛰️
We use cookies that are essential for the app and website to function correctly or are used to produce aggregated statistics. With your consent, we and our third-party partners will also use tracking technologies to improve the in-app and navigation experience, and to provide you with personalized services and content. To give your consent, tap Accept all cookies.
Alternatively, you can customize your privacy settings by tapping Customize Preferences, or by going to Cookie Preferences at any time. If you don’t want us to use non-technical tracking technologies, tap Refuse.
For more information about how we process your personal data through cookies, take a look at our Privacy Policy.