Shopping in Cancun

The centros comerciales (malls) for Shopping in Cancun are fully air-conditioned and reminiscent of similar ones in USA and Canada. Like those malls, the ones in Cancun also sell a variety of (tourist-friendly) merchandise: designer clothing, beachwear (including raunchy T-shirts aimed at the spring break crowd), sportswear, jewelry, music, video games, household items, shoes, and books. Some even have the same mall food that’s standard north of the border. Prices for Shopping in Cancun are fixed in shops. They’re also generally—but not always—higher than in the markets, where bargaining is a given. Perfumes in Cancun are considerably less pricey than at home, and even the duty-free prices at the airport. No doubt, tequila is a bargain here as well, but make sure you buy at the supermarket rather than at a souvenir shop. Overall, Shopping in Cancun is a pleasant experience both for prices & to relax away from the sun.