Colorful tables and benches under white canopies in the food area of Parque de las Palapas, with people behind.

Parque de las Palapas

A meeting square downtown, with street food, crafts and a changing cultural program; a good stop to end the day with corn and a marquesita.

  • Markets and squares
  • Suggested time:1 to 2 hours in the early evening
  • Area:Downtown

About Parque de las Palapas

In the early evening, head to the Palapas ready to snack. Food and crafts surround the square, while the cultural program may take over the stage. Among the snacks are prepared corn and marquesitas; save room after lunch at the market.

Sit for a while, watch the crowd and choose where to eat. Check the schedule if you want a performance, but don't count on it for dinner to work. After El Meco and downtown, take the chance to stop ticking off the itinerary.

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  • Colorful tables and repeated canopies in the food area of Parque de las Palapas: the break already has an address.Photo: Shinya Suzuki · CC BY 2.0 · original

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