19 Coolest Souvenirs from Mexico to Remember Your Trip By
Here are the best Mexican souvenirs to choose between – I love my Lucha Libre mask!
Mexicans love putting their culture on display (and who wouldn’t?), but it doesn’t end with clothes and music. There is an entire world of artsy crafts that us visitors will definitely appreciate once they get back home, knowing they got something more than just another trinket.
Here are 19 Mexican souvenirs to put on your shopping list before leaving this amazing country.
1. Carved wood
Mexico has one of the oldest civilisations in the world, so it’s only fitting that many of their souvenirs are carved out of wood. Carved into various shapes, sizes, and colours, you can find anything from human skulls to entire ships.
2. Bags
Bags from Mexico come in all different colours and sizes – these sturdy Mexican satchels are perfect for carrying your essentials around with you on your trip.
3. Coin purses
If you’re looking for something a little more decorative than functional in your Mexico souvenir, then look no further than the coin purse. Made out of leather and shaped like various animals to show off your love for Mexico!
4. Wax candles
A relatively new addition to the world of souvenirs is wax candles. These colourful pieces are produced by melting down old crayons, then moulding them into different shapes, colours, and sizes. Perfect as decorations or gifts, they are kind tokens that anybody would be happy to receive.
If you’re looking for things to do in Bacalar, or Oaxaca, or Mexico City – or anywhere in fact, shopping for Mexican souvenirs is always fun, and sometimes enlightening.
5. Tin art
One of the more traditional forms of Mexican souvenirs is tin art pieces. Usually depicting various landscapes, buildings, or even random objects, these little masterpieces are perfect for decorating your house.
6. Rubber ducks
Another relatively new form of Mexican souvenir is the rubber duck. Featuring many different designs and shades, they’re really one-of-a-kind items that can brighten up just about any room you put them in.
7. Furry friends
These fur-covered animals made out of suede and shaped like various forest creatures, are an awesome sight to behold. And with so many different colour options to choose from, you’ll probably end up buying one even if you don’t want to!
8. Painting
Whether large or small, abstract or realistic, Mexico has some distinct artwork to choose between. Pick up one depicting your favourite local landmark if you want something personal to you.
9. Mexican textile souvenirs
Textiles can range from bandanas to shawls and everywhere in between. Everything goes, and expect them to be bright and colourful, as is the Mexico way.
10. Taxco Silver
Taxco silver pieces can range in size, shape, and colour, but they (should all be) made out of pure silver. These are a great little token of appreciation for anyone who’s been looking after things while you’ve been gone.
11. Pottery
One of Mexico’s oldest forms of souvenirs is pottery. From statues to ashtrays to even candy dishes, there’s a wide variety for you to choose from when buying something in this style. In fact, it’ll probably be harder trying not to find the perfect piece for your collection rather than actually picking one!
If you want to pick up a few souvenirs from Mexico to build a collection, these would be a great idea.
12. Molinillo Souvenir
Usually made out of wood and featuring a yoke for you to add cream or chocolate to, these are great decorative pieces that will add something unique to your home. In fact, Molinillos might even bring you some good luck if you keep one nearby.
13. Handmade Mexican hammock
One of the most interesting pieces to come out of Mexico is the handmade Mexican hammock. Made from twisted pieces of recycled fabric, they’re truly one-of-a-kind items that are hard to put into words, so you’ll just have to look at them in person to understand!
14. Sombreros
Sombreros aren’t just for show; they’re worn to root for your favourite team or just have a new fashion accessory. Either way, they definitely make a great addition to any collection of trinkets and treasures from around the world.
15. A bottle of tequila
In addition to being a really tasty drink, tequila also makes for great decoration and can even be used in cooking, or used as a medicine. From 100% blue agave to a margarita mix, you can find just about anything related to this great drink.
If you really want to go all out Mexican souvenir though, reach for the Mezcal!
16. Lucha Libre masks
Whether it’s for yourself or somebody else, these unique items will make for an interesting addition to any collection! However, it might be best not to wear them around town unless you want police officers chasing after you…
17. Mexican chocolate
Mexican chocolate is usually made into different shapes. Whether it’s tiny rockets or diamonds and hearts, there’s a wide variety, but they’re all sure to make for some tasty treats.
18. Frida Kahlo Souvenirs
Anything related to Frida Khalo makes for a great souvenir. From paintings to postcards, you’ll be able to find just about anything with her face on it, so it might be best not to buy too much, or you’ll risk taking up half of your baggage. Her self-portraits will never go out of style, which you can find everywhere from hats to t-shirts or even on sheets!
19. Mexican wrestling figures
Imagine these on your mantelpiece!