Top Things to do in Otavalo
Things to do in Otavalo, Imbabura Province: The Best Shopping
Discover the best top things to do in Otavalo, Ecuador including Tahuantinsuyo Weaving Workshop, El Gran Condor, JJ Leathersmith, Peguche Wasi, Etnia Gallery, GALERIA LOS ANDES, Plaza De Los Ponchos Mercado, Otavalo Market, Mercado 24 de Mayo, Ecomontes Tour.
Restaurants in Otavalo
1. Tahuantinsuyo Weaving Workshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
NOTE: WE ARE CURRENTLY ATTENDING DURING COVID, ASKING ALL CLIENTS TO WEAR MASKS and SOCIALLY DISTANCE. Miguel Andrango and his family demonstrate the fascinating traditional yarn spinning and backstrap-loom weaving process for visitors. After the demonstration, visit their gallery where you can purchase beautiful weavings to remind you of your Ecuadorian experience. DIRECTIONS TO THE WORKSHOP: Option 1, from Cascada de Peguche: take the road from Cascada de Peguche (waterfall) to Lago San Pablo. At the top of the first hill, take a left toward Agato. At the first intersection (Agato's main street), turn left. The workshop is one and a half blocks down on the left. Option 2, from Quito: turn right at the Espejo stoplight. After you cross a bridge, take your first left toward Cascada de Peguche. At the top of the hill, turn right toward Agato. At the first intersection (Agato's main street), turn left. The workshop is one and a half blocks down on the left.
Reviewed By carola1707
what an authentic & interesting tour of this traditional weaving workshop. we learned so much about these traditional work. the local guide showed & explained us every single step from the raw material to the finished product in great detail. and the family was so warm & friendly.
2. El Gran Condor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By christophergG7168EY - Oxted, United Kingdom
Loved this local artesian craft shop,the lovely lady owner showed us how they take the alpaca and lama wool and spin & weave the yarn, no pressure to buy anything. Hood quality local scarves,sweaters, hats etc at reasonable prices
3. JJ Leathersmith
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Handmade leather working classes. Wallets Leather bound journals Purses Backpacks. Informational leather working tours
4. Peguche Wasi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Taller Artesanal Peguche Wasi invites you to enjoy the art and fabric of the area and an excellent cultural gastronomy ready to taste
5. Etnia Gallery
6. GALERIA LOS ANDES
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Plaza De Los Ponchos Mercado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By mimic767 - Drummond, United States
A huge town square filled with stalls and a myriad of Ecuadorean arts and crafts adits you. Open 9 to 6. Went on a Wednesday afternoon. You can bargain...stayed just one hour . Long enough to find beautiful things, not too long to get overwhelmed.
8. Otavalo Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,128 reviews
This colorful Indian market takes place each Saturday and features some of the finest woven products in the region including ponchos, sweaters, wall hangings and shawls.
Reviewed By christophergG7168EY - Oxted, United Kingdom
Really enjoyed walking around this lovely local crafts market, fully of clourful traditional clothing, bags, belts along with nicely designed t-shirts, all at reasonable prices.
9. Mercado 24 de Mayo
10. Ecomontes Tour
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 23 reviews
We are a private company with over 17 years experience in the tourism market, our company make specialists in the tourism and environmental area, and our main objective is to create an unforgettable experience within the beautiful landscapes of Ecuador. Offers economic, cultural and environmentally sustainable circuits between our services are: development and operation of tourist programs
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