However, it s the farthest bay from Santa Cruz, so you may want to limit your time in San Agustin if you intend to see much else in Huatulco. Be aware that on some beaches you may be approached by vendors selling baskets, jewelry and handmade hammocks. Just across the plaza is the Mercado de Artesanias , where you ll find shops selling silver, souvenirs, pottery, clothing and other Mexican goods. For a better selection of goods, head to La Crucecita. Near the plaza, on the corner of Bugambilias and Guamuchil, you ll find a larger market that also sells silver, pottery, souvenirs, clothing and crafts.
Most stall vendors accept cash only.
In addition to the market, there are stores around the plaza that sell similar merchandise. We urge you to comparison shop for the best quality and price. Among the shops are El Arte Mexicano , a silver store at Guamuchil 210, where you ll find original designs in silver and gold, as well as indigenous crafts, masks and leather goods. In addition to selling handmade items, the shop has displays describing how the items are made, the history behind the process and biographies of some of the craftspeople. The shop specializes in masks, leather, embroidered textiles and other items found only in Oaxaca.