Interior View of Mercado Sonora

Mercado Sonora

Tourist attraction Market

One of the Most Revieweds in Mexico City


Address

Fray Servando Teresa de Mier 419, Merced Balbuena, Venustiano Carranza, 15810 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Website

mercadosonora.com.mx

Rating on Google Maps

4.30
(498115.6K reviews)


Working Hours

  • Monday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 5 PM

Why you should visit Mercado Sonora

Mercado Sonora offers a fascinating, albeit sometimes overwhelming, cultural experience. Be prepared for crowds, navigate with caution, and be aware of the ethical implications of the animal section. Those interested in Mexican traditions, spiritual items, and unique finds will find it rewarding.

  1. Experience authentic Mexican culture, find unique religious and spiritual items, purchase costumes and party supplies, explore traditional crafts, and discover a diverse range of goods at affordable prices. It is a very unique Mexican shopping experience.

Things you should know before visiting

The market is very busy, especially during holidays like Christmas. Be mindful of your belongings due to the crowds. Consider visiting with a guide to understand the cultural and religious significance of the items sold, especially in the 'witchcraft' area. The animal section can be disturbing.

Cons & Pros

  • Authentic cultural experience
  • Wide variety of products
  • Good prices
  • Unique and interesting items
  • Religious and spiritual items available
  • Overcrowded and overwhelming layout
  • Ethical concerns regarding live animal sales and conditions
  • Narrow alleyways can be difficult to navigate
  • Potential safety concerns for solo tourists
  • Some sections may be unorganized

Highlighted Reviews

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A piece of the real authentic Mexico ❤️ Safe for tourists!

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It’s full of awesome culture, food and crazy happenings. One must be careful while visiting alone.

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I always find what I need and at a good price.

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It is an interesting experience with a mixed of everything

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Known as the 'witch' or 'witchcraft market' because there is a section in the back dedicated to herbs, candles, masks, and bottles used in bruja ceremonies

Visitor Reviews


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  • 5/5 Cinebelgicano P. 7 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Very good market!! A piece of the real authentic Mexico ❤️ Safe for tourists!

  • 4/5 Jaime C. 1 month ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    Se encuentra variedad de productos desde recuerdos de ceremonias religiosas hasta animales

  • 5/5 R P. 1 month ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    Encontré todo por lo que fui a buscar.

  • 5/5 K. Mehert K. S. 10 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    Wow, everything spiritual. I went for instant burners and holders..

  • 5/5 Director I. 5 months ago on Google • 90 reviews
    First time visiting Mercado Sonora while visiting Mexico City. It’s full of awesome culture, food and crazy happenings. One must be careful while visiting alone. This can be a not so pleasant experience if you’re not careful.

  • 5/5 Kitty 1 year ago on Google • 100 reviews
    Large market that sells everything and the prices are very good. Easy to get to by metro. There are many different sections, witchcraft, religious, toys, home decor, souvenirs, and so much more. Trigger warning - There is also an area inside selling a variety of live animals. They are kept in small cages, and there is a strong smell. Most of the market is indoors with more stalls outside. There are many entrances to the front and back. There are many places to eat whether you want something sweet or savoury. I've been to this market many times as I always find what I need and at a good price.

  • 5/5 carlos a. 1 month ago on Google • 130 reviews New
    Encuentras todo en adornos para tus fiestas, disfraces a un excelente precio.

  • 3/5 Tim J. 6 months ago on Google • 173 reviews
    I didn’t go .. I’m giving it a 3 on general principal. I’ve been to Mercado de la Brujas in La Paz several times on a few occasions + already know it’s better in terms of what this place advertises, but people seem to like it. I love Mexico City like no other , Centro especially. Very not keen on caged animals anywhere

  • 5/5 Al 4 months ago on Google • 202 reviews
    It's a crazy crazy market, that's very busy during Christmas for cheap items and a wide selection to choose from. Has lots of themed outfits, candy, wallets, toys, ornaments, paintings, it has just about anything you can think of. Also a few areas you can relax and buy some food.

  • 4/5 Nael Yasin CPA, C. 3 months ago on Google • 314 reviews New
    A fascinating market with a unique variety of items! Mercado Sonora is a vibrant and culturally rich marketplace offering everything from traditional herbs, folk remedies, and handmade crafts to toys and household goods. It’s a great place to explore if you're looking for something unique. The atmosphere is lively, and the vendors are knowledgeable and friendly. However, the layout can feel a bit overwhelming, and navigating through the market requires patience. Some sections could also be better organized to improve the shopping experience. Overall, it’s a great place to visit for those interested in traditional and specialty items, but be prepared for the hustle and bustle of a busy market. Worth a visit!

  • 4/5 wanson l. 3 months ago on Google • 330 reviews New
    It is an interesting experience with a mixed of everything I went there with a guide so it is good to understand the black magic area more Like why they are worshipping the drug dealer and the skeleton and the satan The animal section is where we were warned many times not to take photos I could understand why they are all pathetic and I saw a few dead chicken and pigeons in the cages I simply couldn’t stay there longer Despite of that I still think this Mercado is special

  • 5/5 Muhammad Mahfuzur R. 1 year ago on Google • 956 reviews
    This is a historic, wonderful and unique market of Mexico City. It is a one-storied market with tiny stalls and narrow corridor. The most interesting and unique portion is situated at its rear end where the stalls are selling elements of witchcraft, small religious figures, figurine of deities, demi Gods, potion etc. in one corner and various herbs, pet animals on the other side. The other parts of the market are also frequented by local people, as well as some foreigners. The stores sell cheap household items, souvenir and clothes.

  • 3/5 James 1 year ago on Google • 1207 reviews
    Known as the "witch" or "witchcraft market" because there is a section in the back dedicated to herbs, candles, masks, and bottles used in bruja ceremonies, this is quite a bustling market that isn't really a good place for tourists. The alleyways are narrow, there's a whole section filled with caged animals, and the first section are mostly costumes and knock-off souvenirs.


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