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Shopping in Puerto Rico offers something for every style and budget. Browse international brands at modern shopping malls, hunt for bargains at outlet centers, or explore the colorful streets of Old San Juan for handcrafted jewelry, artwork, cigars, coffee, and authentic Puerto Rican souvenirs. Whether you're looking for luxury fashion, local artisan gifts, or everyday shopping, the island has plenty of places to discover.

Shopping Malls

Modern shopping centers featuring international brands, department stores, restaurants, entertainment, and family attractions.

Top Malls
Plaza Las Américas
The Mall of San Juan
Plaza Carolina
Plaza del Caribe
Mayagüez Mall

Puerto Rican Souvenirs

Find authentic gifts including coffee, rum, artisan crafts, Taíno-inspired artwork, handmade jewelry, embroidered clothing, and locally produced foods.

Best places
Old San Juan
Ponce
Rincón
Local plazas
Artisan fairs

Fashion & Boutiques

Puerto Rico offers everything from luxury boutiques to locally designed fashion.

Best areas:
Condado
Old San Juan
Santurce
Miramar
Plaza Las Américas

Insider Tip

Shopping in Puerto Rico is more than visiting malls. Some of my favorite finds have come from roadside kiosks, artisan markets, local bakeries, and small family-owned shops tucked away in town plazas. If you're looking for something uniquely Puerto Rican, skip the chain stores for an afternoon and explore a local downtown.

Explore by Region: Metro · North · East · Central · South · West

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Metro Region

  1. Plaza del Sol
    Shopping center with over 120 stores. Open Mon-Sat 9-9, Sun 11-5.
    Rt 22, Exit 10
    Bayamon
  2. Plaza Rio Hondo
    Regional shopping mall with department stores, fashion retailers, restaurants, services, and entertainment conveniently located in Bayamon.
    PR-2 Km. 14.1
    Bayamon, 00961
    (787) 779-7070
  3. Isla Verde Mall
    Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
    Los Gobernadores Ave.
    Carolina
    (787) 748-0150
  4. Plaza Carolina
    Located east of airport, Fragoso Ave. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
    Rt 26
    Carolina
    (787) 768-0514
  5. Plaza Escorial
    Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
    Rt 3, Km 6.1
    Carolina
    (787) 701-0225
  6. Plaza Caparra
    Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm Sun 11am-5pm.
    F.D. Roosevelt Av.
    Guaynabo
    (787) 277-9600
  7. San Patricio Plaza
    150 specialty stores, Big K-mart, a food court, four family restaurants and a movie theater. Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm Sun 11am-5pm.
    Road 22
    Guaynabo
    (787) 792-1255
  8. San Patricio Plaza
    One of Puerto Rico's largest shopping centers with over 120 stores, restaurants, a movie theater, supermarkets, and national retailers serving the San Juan metropolitan area.
    100 San Patricio Ave.
    Guaynabo, 00968
    (787) 792-8989
  9. Calle Fortaleza Shopping District
    Historic shopping street lined with boutiques, souvenir stores, local designers, art galleries, cafes, jewelry shops, and specialty retailers in the heart of Old San Juan.
    Calle Fortaleza
    Old San Juan, 00901
  10. Paseo de la Princesa Artisans
    Outdoor artisan market featuring handmade jewelry, paintings, wood carvings, ceramics, leather goods, and authentic Puerto Rican crafts from local artists.
    Paseo de la Princesa
    Old San Juan, 00901
  11. Barrachina, Inc.
    Located just one block from the La Fortaleza (the Governor's Mansion), Barrachina is the largest and oldest store of its kind in Puerto Rico. Barrachina has over 10,000 square feet of retail space dedicated to the sale of fine jewelry, fragrances, gifts, liquor, souvenirs, Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, serigraphs, lithographs, and hand carved santos. Open Mon through Sat, 9am - 6pm.
    104 Fortaleza St.
    San Juan, 00901
    (787) 725-7912
  12. Chroma Local
    Curated marketplace inside Mall of San Juan showcasing locally designed Puerto Rican fashion, jewelry, artwork, gourmet foods, and handcrafted gifts.
    1000 Mall of San Juan Blvd.
    San Juan, 00924
  13. Condado Shopping Center
    An upscale mini-mall boasting exclusive shops such as Louis Vuitton and Cartier.
    1054 Ashford Ave.
    San Juan
  14. Distrito T-Mobile Shops
    Entertainment district featuring specialty shops, Puerto Rican merchandise, restaurants, nightlife, live music, and family attractions next to the Convention Center.
    250 Convention Blvd.
    San Juan, 00907
    (787) 592-6196
  15. El Alcazar
    This antiques shop has a fine collection of old handmade santos figurines.
    103 San Jose St., Old San Juan
    San Juan
    (787) 723-1229
  16. Galeria Coabey
    The gallery specializes in appraisals and exhibits of international art. Open Monday-Friday 11am - 4:30pm, Saturday 11am - 5pm.
    San Jose St., Old San Juan
    San Juan
    (787) 723-1018
  17. Mall of San Juan
    Puerto Rico's premier luxury shopping destination featuring Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Ferragamo, local boutiques, fine dining, and upscale services.
    1000 Mall of San Juan Blvd.
    San Juan, 00924
    (787) 303-2400
  18. Mercado de Santurce
    Popular urban marketplace featuring local vendors, artisan products, Puerto Rican foods, fresh produce, crafts, and cultural events.
    1250 Avenida Juan Ponce de León
    San Juan, 00907
  19. Ole
    You will find a wide variety of crafts like gourd masks and watercolors.
    San Juan
    (787) 724-2445
  20. Paseo Caribe
    Waterfront shopping and dining district overlooking San Juan Bay featuring boutiques, restaurants, cafes, luxury residences, and marina views.
    1 Avenida Luis Munoz Marin
    San Juan, 00907
    (787) 977-3285
  21. Plaza Las Americas
    The Caribbean's largest shopping mall featuring more than 300 stores, over 50 restaurants, luxury and department stores, a movie theater, entertainment venues, and one of Puerto Rico's premier shopping experiences.
    525 Ave. Franklin Delano Roosevelt
    San Juan, 00918
    (787) 767-5202
  22. Spicy Caribbee
    You will find a wide selection of Caribbean spices, Puerto Rican coffee and cookbooks of local cuisine.
    San Juan
    (787) 725-4690

North Region

  1. Pequeno Corazon Hand made dolls
    Arecibo
    (787) 880-1044
  2. Plaza del Atlantico
    Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm. 50 Stores.
    Rt 2, Km 80.1
    Arecibo
    (787) 878-0886
  3. Puerto Rico Premium Outlets
    Over 50 brand-name stores. Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 9pm. Just 35 minutes from San Juan in a convenient location off the De Diego Expressway Route 227, Barceloneta Exit 55.
    1 Prime Outlets Blvd. KM 54.8
    Barceloneta, 00617
    (787) 846-5300
  4. Plaza Caribe
    Located in Vega Alta, the mall houses more than 50 stores. Highway 2 at Km 29.7.
    Vega Alta

East Region

  1. The Outlet 66 Mall
    Modern outlet shopping center offering brand-name stores, restaurants, entertainment, and discounted merchandise from leading retailers.
    PR-3 Km. 18.9
    Canovanas, 00729

Central Region

  1. Plaza Centro
    Regional shopping center featuring fashion retailers, restaurants, entertainment, banks, and family-friendly shopping in downtown Caguas.
    200 Rafael Cordero Ave.
    Caguas, 00725
    (787) 745-4100
  2. The Shops at Caguas
    Over 100 stores and a food court.
    52 Luis A. Ferre Expressway
    Caguas
    (787) 745-4105
  3. Plaza del Mercado
    Palmer St. @ Paseo de Laroma
    Ciales
    (787) 871-3500

South Region

  1. Centro Comercial Plaza del Caribe
    Plaza del Caribe is the most elegant shopping mall in Ponce. You will find over 100 shops as well as six theaters and a restaurant area to satisfy their entertainment and gastronomic needs. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 11am-5pm.
    Ponce
    (787) 259-8989

West Region

  1. Aguadilla Mall
    Aguadilla Mall features anchor stores like Kmart, Capri, and Amigo, plus more than 70 stores. Open Mon-Thu 9am-7pm, Fri-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
    Rt. 2, Km. 126.5
    Aguadilla, 00603
    (787) 882-0014
  2. Alicia Sotomayor Art Home Studio
    Original watercolors and prints.
    Carr. 107 Interior Km 3.5
    Aguadilla, 00603
    (787) 997-4877
  3. Mayaguez Mall
    Road 2
    Mayaguez
    (787) 834-2760

Why I Love Shopping in Puerto Rico

Having grown up in Puerto Rico, I've learned that some of the island's best shopping experiences aren't found inside a mall. They're tucked away in small artisan workshops, roadside fruit stands, neighborhood panaderías, and local festivals where artists proudly sell their work. Every time I return, I find something new—a handcrafted souvenir, a local coffee I've never tried, or a painting inspired by the island's landscapes. Shopping here isn't just about buying things; it's about discovering Puerto Rico's creativity, traditions, and the people behind them. That's why I always encourage visitors to mix the big shopping centers with local markets—you'll leave with far more meaningful memories than souvenirs alone.

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Did You Know?

A species can be native without being endemic. Native species occur naturally in a region but may also be found elsewhere. Endemic species, however, exist naturally only in one specific place. Of Puerto Rico's 17 native coquí species, 13 are endemic, meaning they are found nowhere else on Earth.