Mercado Coral Negro (Coral Negro Flea Market), Cancun

Mercado Coral Negro, also known as Coral Negro Flea Market, is a long-running open-air market located along Kukulcán Boulevard in Cancún’s Hotel Zone, close to Forum by the Sea Shopping Center and the ferry terminal to Isla Mujeres. It’s a well-known stop for visitors looking to browse beyond modern malls and explore a more traditional side of the city’s shopping scene.

The market is arranged as a network of narrow walkways lined with dozens of small stalls. Vendors sell a wide variety of items, including embroidered cotton clothing, T-shirts, hats, hammocks, charro-style accessories, masks, and decorative crafts. You’ll also find stalls offering Mexican sweets, souvenir items, and locally inspired gifts. Bargaining is common, and prices are often quoted informally, so short exchanges with vendors are part of the experience.

As you move deeper into the market, the selection shifts. Several air-conditioned shops specialize in jewelry, displaying silver pieces and colorful stones in glass cases. Other stalls focus on personal souvenirs, offering hair braiding and temporary henna tattoos, which are especially popular with visitors looking for something quick and visual to take away from their trip.

Coral Negro Flea Market has a busy, informal atmosphere shaped by its location and layout. With steady foot traffic from nearby beaches, ferry arrivals, and bus stops, it’s easy to include as a short visit while exploring the Hotel Zone. The market offers a contrast to polished shopping centers, centered on variety, direct interaction, and traditional souvenir shopping.