Experience Traditional Alebrije Painting

Join a hands-on Alebrije painting workshop in the Mexican Caribbean. Create your own masterpiece with skilled artisans. Discover tradition, craftsmanship, and vibrant art.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • BARRIECITO - Embark on a Magical Journey in the Mexican Caribbean! Discover the brand new Barriecito location, your gateway to a captivating experience of tradition, craftsmanship, and beauty. Immerse yourself in a hands-on carving painting workshop led by a knowledgeable local guide.
    Unveil the secrets of Mexico’s unique handcraft, the “Alebrije,”…
What's Included
  • All painting materials
  • A unique Alebrije piece to take home
  • Barriecito entrance fee
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Embark on a Magical Journey in the Mexican Caribbean! Discover the brand new Barriecito location, your gateway to a captivating experience of tradition, craftsmanship, and beauty. Immerse yourself in a hands-on carving painting workshop led by a knowledgeable local guide.
Unveil the secrets of Mexico’s unique handcraft, the “Alebrije,” as you embark on a…

Location
BARRIECITO
Barriecito is located at Carretera Costera Sur Km. 4.8 S/N, at 5 minutes walking from Puerta Maya Pier and 10 minutes from International Pier, you will see a big pink Coati Alebrije at the entrance.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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588jenellel
Mar 14, 2025
Wonderful experience! - Xiomara was an amazing host and the whole excursion was a great experience. Two adults and three kids all had a great time. Very safe and easy. I just wish we’d had more time.
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Curious32010
Mar 11, 2025
Artsy fun in Cozumel - Xiomara, our guide, was fabulous and explained the history of Alebrije very well! The Barrio was very cute as well. Bring your own water bottle.
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Archangelgift
Jan 13, 2025
Beautiful, fun, and educational! - This was a very fun experience painting our own alibrijes, and our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the subject and the origin of alibrijes.
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Climber20459724434
Apr 13, 2024
Great day painting Alebrijes at the Barriecito! - We absolutely LOVED our experience painting Alebrijes. Eric was a terrific and engaging instructor and educator. He taught us all about the history of the Alebrijes. When it came time to paint them he let us free to do whatever we felt called to do by our Alebrije. He did give me a couple tips of how to make my colors pop- and he was exactly right! The Barriecito is an incredibly cool facility too, and next time we're in town I can't wait to look at more of their options.
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R2204yvmikeh
Feb 10, 2025
Alebrije painting - Meet at the place at 9:00am and sat around waiting for the cruise people to arrive. Finally meet instructor around 10:00am. He explained a little about painting the figures. Then were given about a hour to paint. The choice of figures was slim. Either cats or dogs, not much else. Finished our figures, but some would have liked more time. Then they lead us over to the courtyard where you could shop at their store, have a beer and taco. This was all extra and each person asked for a tip. We did enjoy the tour but the price was not worth it. Maybe 50.00USD PP., not the 113.00USD they ask. So we came home with small figue in a bag and nothing else. Oh, and entrance fee, for what!
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