Shopping in Taos New Mexico


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“Art center of the Southwest”. Taos has inspired vast numbers of artists, using every imaginable medium. With a population of 6,000 (30,000 countywide), Taos boasts 100 plus Galleries, along with studios and even outdoor garden galleries. Art festivals in spring and fall offer even more occasions to acquire pieces from long-established to up-and-coming artists. Check our Events Calendar for dates and a list of festivals and happenings during your visit.

A trade center for centuries the tradition continues today with incredible shopping opportunities. You’ll find Southwestern jewelry, antiques, furnishings, clothing, native pottery, baskets and foods to take with you or ship home. Art and crafts fairs such as the Wool Festival are held throughout the year in Kit Carson Park, Taos Plaza and in the Civic Center in winter, where you’ll find the Yuletide Arts & Craft Fair, guarantee to challenge even the “extreme shopper”.

Collecting art or shopping for that perfect turquoise necklace, be sure bring comfortable shoes. The best that Taos has to offer will be discovered within steps of our red doors at Hotel La Fonda de Taos.