Feria Artesanal

Though much of Castro’s feria artesanal has the same wood trinkets that seem to be offered at every fair in Chile, the main hall also has a nice selection of wool socks, scarves, hats and jackets, some of which may serve you well if you haven’t prepared adequately for Chiloé’s weather. There’s also some seafood (smoked mussels, anyone?); this is the place in town to stock up on the island’s famed liquors, from liquor de oro to chocolate-, coffee-, and raspberry-inspired concoctions, though you’ll get better deals in Chonchi Be sure to ask for samples. Don’t waste much time in the market’s periphery, which is geared more toward locals on the prowl for a pair of jeans or a Bob Marley t-shirt. The market opens around 10 a.m. and closes around 9 p.m.

Location:
Av. Pedro Montt, along the waterfront

Castro, Chile

Market

Travel Tips: The market sometimes sets up in the town plaza instead.

Relative price: Budget

Open Hours from:10 — 11 a.m.

Open Hours to:8 — 9 p.m.

Travel Skills: None

By Kevin Funk

Originally from the U.S., and now living in wondrously unique Valparaíso, Chile, I've traveled extensively in Latin...

Created: 10 Jan 2009

Updated: 21 Aug 2009

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