Mercado Indio Av. Petit Thouars 5245, Miraflores
Open Mon-Sat 9am-8pm Credit V MC Di AmEx (though this varies from
stand to stand)
One
of the best handicraft markets, Mercado Indio aggregates
some 100 stands that offer products from almost every
corner of the country. Although most of the jewelry,
textiles, home accessories, ceramics, furniture, and
other crafts are mass-produced, you can find some unique
pieces.
It
is located in the centre of Miraflores, a few blocks
away from Kennedy park and next to another handicraft
market.
Indeed,
Petit Thouars avenue is lined with handicraft markets.
The biggest is probably the Indian Market (Petit Thouars
5321), 130 stands with enough possibilities to shop
till you drop, while the Portada del Sol (Petit Thouars
5419) is a small 21-stand market that comprises a nice
English-style bar where you can taste infusions of native
curative plants, such as cat's claw, maca, and chuchuwasi.
Most
markets have private parking and security guards for
your peace of mind.