What can I buy at artisan markets in the Canary Islands?

Artisan markets sell handmade crafts including pottery, jewelry, leather goods, local cheeses, honey, wines, mojo sauces, aloe vera products, and traditional Canarian embroidery. They're great places to find unique souvenirs.

Which days do artisan markets operate?

Market days vary by location. Popular markets include Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sundays), Las Palmas (Saturdays), and Puerto de la Cruz (Tuesdays). Many tourist resorts also have regular evening markets during peak season.

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Artisan Markets in Port Antonio

Port Antonio, Jamaica

⏱ 90 minutes

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About this experience

Artisan Markets in Port Antonio is a cluster of open-air stalls along the harbourfront in Portland Parish, Jamaica. It showcases local crafts, wood carvings, woven baskets, and spices sold directly by makers. The market operates daily from mid-morning until sunset, with prices negotiable and cash preferred.

What to expect

Browse 20 to 30 vendor stalls offering hand-carved mahogany figurines, straw hats, and blue Mountain coffee beans
Watch artisans demonstrate woodturning and basket weaving on-site during peak hours (10am to 2pm)
Taste fresh coconut water and jerk corn from food carts adjacent to the craft area
Expect to spend 45 to 90 minutes walking the compact, shaded lanes between the market and the nearby cruise pier
Suitable for souvenir hunters and cultural travellers who prefer direct bargaining with makers over fixed-price shops
Carry small denominations of Jamaican dollars, as most stalls do not accept cards or foreign currency change