| Think of shopping in Cancun as two sides of a coin. Many of the modern shopping malls with well-known international brand names are found in the hotel zone, while the colorful local markets are more often found in the downtown area.
No matter which area you pick, shopping for a bargain is a breeze in Cancun!
Hotel Zone: The malls offer clothing from world-renowned designers, fine jewelry, duty-free shops and fine arts and crafts. Find famous brand names at a great price or a truly unique piece of art or gift that makes a great Cancun memory. The major malls are air conditioned for comfort. Make a point of visiting Kukulcan Plaza with over 400 stores or visit the Forum by the Sea in the heart of the Hotel Zone. Plaza La Fiesta is a must for those seeking handicrafts and souvenirs to take home. La Isla Shopping Village is an entirely new concept that combines shopping and entertainment that should be high on your list of places to shop, and let's not forget the beautiful Plaza Caracol which is one of the most popular shopping emporiums. Credit cards and US dollars are readily accepted in malls and major stores.
Downtown: the markets, you will find many one-of-a-kind Mexican goods, including ceramics, textiles, baskets and colorful jewelry. Tulum Avenue, with markets such as Ki-Huic, and Yaxchilan Avenue are the centers of downtown shopping. The busiest market is the popular Mercado 28. Plaza Las Americas is a large , modern shopping mall that offeres you a Sears, JC Penny, Liverpool department store as well as many other stores and services. You will also find a state of the art movie theatre, night club and a choice of restaurants.
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