Mercado Artesanía
Handcrafted Arts & Crafts — San José, Costa Rica
In the heart of San José, Costa Rica, the Mercado Artesanía brings together local artists and craftspeople under one roof. Browse handmade jewelry carved from tagua palm nuts, painted macaw feathers, watercolor paintings, wood carvings, traditional oxcarts, and much more — all made by the artists who sell them.
Every purchase supports a Costa Rican artisan directly.
The Market
What You’ll Find
The market features a wide range of handmade goods from dozens of independent artisans:
- Jewelry — Tagua palm nut, cowrie shell, silver, semi-precious stones, coconut
- Feather Art — Painted macaw tail feathers, framed works
- Ceramics & Pottery — Hand-painted ceramics, pre-Columbian pottery
- Wood Products — Boxes, dishes, personalized items, keychains, painted wood
- Mixed Media Art — Cuadros en Relieve, wall hangings
- Textiles — Embroidered clothing, handbags, sweaters, scarves
- Traditional Crafts — Miniature oxcarts, Costa Rican coffee, leather goods, masks
A Sample of the Crafts
Artists — Join the Market Online
Are you an artisan at the Mercado Artesanía? We’re building an online presence for the market so that visitors can discover your work before they arrive — and stay connected after they leave.
As a registered artist you’ll get:
- Your own page with photos and a description of your craft
- Direct visibility to tourists planning trips to Costa Rica
- Control over your content — update your photos and descriptions anytime
Ready to get started? Sign up for an account and begin building your page:
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Visit Us
The Mercado Artesanía is located in San José, Costa Rica. The market is open during the day and is easily accessible from the city center. Come see the artists at work and take home something truly handmade.
This site has been serving the Mercado Artesanía community since 2007.