Many people ask about shopping in Cancun. Usually the main question is where are the best places to spend the dollars you are taking to the Mexican Caribbean.
If you are a fan of shopping, Cancun's excellent shopping malls, shops and markets will not disappoint you.
As one of the most important tourist destinations in Mexico, it is an ideal place to buy clothes and souvenirs, a real treat.
Among the many activities to do during your trip to Cancun, I recommend that you set aside some time to do your shopping. You will find everything from simple stores with very affordable items for all budgets to more exclusive places with famous brands, imported perfumes, jewelry and fine accessories.
An interesting fact is that everything you find in Cancun is tax-free, so it is quite easy to find very low prices on cosmetics and fine jewelry.
Without a doubt, the markets and squares in Cancun are very attractive, and it will be very easy to find souvenirs and lots of cool things to take home as gifts.
Where to shop in Cancun?
There are many markets in Cancun (especially in the city center), as well as shops and malls where you can find a variety of products at all prices.
Wooden crafts, folk art objects, ceramics, jewelry, electronic items and clothing are some of the things you can find on the streets, bazaars and shops in Cancun. There are also great shopping malls and galleries with stylish cafes, beauty salons, clothing stores, etc.
On the other hand, there are fabulous places like Mercado 28 where you can get beautiful souvenirs and gifts. Here you can find everything at practically half the price compared to the other markets in Cancun.
Shopping malls in Cancun
Of course, on your vacation you want to enjoy the sun and the most beautiful beaches in Cancun, but if you like shopping, don't miss Cancun's excellent shopping malls, with stores of the most prestigious local and international brands, jewelry stores, perfumeries and other items for all types of shoppers.
To help you on this journey, the Mexico Guide has created this shopping guide in Cancun so that you can choose and plan to visit the one that best suits you.
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8 places to shop in Cancun
1 – Plaza Las Américas Cancun
For many, it is the most famous shopping mall outside of Cancun's Hotel Zone. Plaza Las Americas welcomes prestigious national and international brands and also offers many services to its customers: a hospital, pharmacies, a food court, entertainment venues with play areas for children, several cinemas and a luxury casino.
Address: Dialogo Norte-Sur, Av. Tulum Sur, 7, 77500 Cancun, QR, Mexico. Open from 10am to 23pm
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2 – Cancun Outlet Plaza
When it comes to Outlets, we usually imagine something huge like the famous American outlets. That’s not quite right! Outlet Cancun is smaller, but it has a wide variety of offers.
If you're the kind of person who likes to explore, it's definitely worth it, as you can find great deals on clothes and perfumes. You just have to look hard enough.
Here you can also find local brands, bars, restaurants, cafes and cinemas. What makes this attractive space stand out are the incredible deals and discounts offered throughout the year.
Address: Avenida Andrés Quintana Roo, Block 10, Lot 1. Open from 10am to 22pm.
3 – Plaza Kukulcan Cancun
Plaza Kukulcán or Luxury Avenue Boutique Mall is the most exclusive shopping mall in the city, located very close to the best hotels in Cancun. It offers a wide variety of items ranging from traditional Mexican products at affordable prices to the most prestigious and expensive brand stores in the world.
It is the place to find the latest trends, such as Cartier, Montblanc, Louis Vuitton, Hermenegildo Zegna, among others. You can also find here many places to eat, currency exchange offices, valet parking, bars, cafes and recreation areas.
Address: Boulevard Kukulcán KM 13, Hotel Zone. Open from 10am to 22pm.
4 – Plaza Caracol Cancun
Plaza Caracol has a large number of different shops. It offers design, fashion, art and entertainment. Among its stained glass windows filled with items, you can also see exhibitions by famous Mexican artists. In its galleries, they combine traditional local items with prestigious brands, as well as many restaurants and fast food outlets.
Address: Blvd. Kukulcan 7500, Punta Cancun, Hotel Zone
5 – Plaza La Isla Cancun
This is definitely the coolest shopping mall in Cancun. La Isla is the most beautiful and attractive, one of the places you can't miss when traveling to the Mexican Caribbean.
La Isla Cancun shopping center features spectacular water channels that connect to the Nichupté Lagoon, as well as a picturesque pier overlooking the lagoon.
It is located near the best hotels in Cancun. If you like movies, you can't miss Cinemex Plaza La Isla Cancun, one of the best in the area. It has a lot of shops, cafes, jewelry stores, restaurants and an aquarium where you can watch dolphin shows.
Address: Boulevard Kukulcán km 12.5, Hotel Zone
6 – Plaza Forum Cancun
Located on the oceanfront in the heart of the hotel zone and close to the beach, Forum by the Sea has three floors that offer a wide range of bars, restaurants, crafts, local souvenirs and clothing stores in Cancun. It is also home to famous venues such as the Hard Rock Café, Rainforest Café and Coco Bongo (one of the best nightclubs in Cancun).
Address: Blvd. Kukulcán km 9, Hotel Zone
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7 – Market 28
If you don't know what to buy in Cancun, head straight to Mercado 28, as you'll definitely find everything you need there. And the best part? It's worth haggling! Plus, this market is one of the best tourist attractions in Cancun.
You can also find many seafood restaurants, shoe stores, jewelry stores, clothing stores, herbal shops, cafes, banks, post offices and many more stores to buy various Cancun souvenirs at excellent prices.
Mercado 28 is located in the heart of the city and there is a very good public transport service, with high frequency, that will take you there easily.
Address: Xel-ha M 2 13 SMZ 28, 77501 Cancun
8 – Walmart Cancun
Many tourists shop at Walmart Cancun, as there is a wide variety of items and the prices are usually very advantageous. It is a very well-known place for Brazilians as well and is great for your shopping in Cancun: In the region you will find 3 units, but the largest of them is in downtown Cancun.
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Address: Coba Avenue, 21, 77500 Cancun
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