As you explore the restored marketplace, you can shop for fine art, imports and crafts made by hundreds of local and regional artists in six distinctive shops and art galleries. La Cocina’s Spanish-style courtyard offers a relaxing place to enjoy a snack or lunch.
Shopping
Art House Centro
Explore the work of Tucson artists in Art House Centro, boasting a memorable collection of paintings, pottery, glass and metal works. Additionally, Art House Centro carries locally made jewelry and designer, vintage and contemporary clothing.
Pink Door Gallery
Run by Larry Fitzpatrick, Esther Rogoway and Diane Dennen, the Pink Door Gallery offers the unusual in art, sculpture and jewelry. You can shop for gourd art by Bonnie Gibson, bronze sculpture and jewelry by Diane Dennen and juniper furniture with turquoise and copper by Benny Goodman.
La Zia
Browse handmade Native American merchandise at La Zia. La Zia features a collection of Navajo rugs and sand paintings, kachina dolls and traditional handmade Pueblo pottery including Acoma, Jemez and Santo Domingo.
Shelago's Artwerks USA
From sterling and stone jewelry to baskets, gourds and wood creations, wall art, paintings and prints to metal and glass art, Shelago’s Artwerks USA boasts unique fine arts and crafts made by art show artists and crafters throughout the nation. In addition to shopping, let owners Jim and Mini Shelago take you on a tour of the art in their gallery or watch Jim at work in his lapidary and silversmith shop on site.
Tolteca Tlacuilo
Tolteca Tlacuilo is stocked with unique treasures from artists of the Americas and the world. As you explore the shop you will find pottery, Oaxacan wood carvings, judaica and masks.
The Gypsy’s Emporium
From vintage treasures to unique collectibles, the Gypsy’s Emporium is run by a group of local Tucsonans who strive to bring fun, vintage, hip, kitschy, weird, unique, intriguing and one-of-a-kind treasures to the Presidio Historic District.
Dining at La Cocina
Tucked inside the walls of the Old Town Artisans is La Cocina, a beautiful courtyard restaurant featuring an eclectic mix of Mexican food, sandwiches and salads a well as other globally inspired eats like the lemongrass coconut curry. Inside, La Cocina’s Cantina features Arizona craft beers on tap, a full bar and house infused spirits.
- The Old Town Artisans is ADA compliant.
- Do not forget your camera, there will be exciting photo opportunities during your visit to Old Town Artisans.