43 Best Places to Shop in Los Cabos and the Baja Peninsula, Mexico

If you need protection from the sun and surf (sunscreen should be avoided when swimming near coral reefs), MAJA has you covered. They sell UPF, water-resistant clothing for men and women, some in sweet, locally inspired designs, like the pattern of a whale shark's skin. You can get high-quality swim trunks, caps, sunglasses, towels, and more here, too.

Manos Mexicanas is a treasure trove of fine Mexican crafts, jewelry, decorative objects, and work by local potter Rubén Gutiérrez. Owner Alejandra Brilanti has amassed an incredible collection of affordable pieces. You are not likely to leave empty-handed.

The romance of travel influences Nomad Chic’s stock of apparel, accessories, and furnishings. Curated by designer Linda Hamilton, the collections are inspired by Mexico (naturally), along with Greece, Peru, Spain, Turkey, and beyond.

Beautiful, handmade T-shirts, accessories, soaps, and more are available for purchase from this pop-up shop located next to Tacos & Beer.

Owner Pepita Nelson creates beautiful, original resortwear designs for mature women, including hand-painted silk dresses, blouses and skirts. With a selection of fabrics and patterns that are flattering for all figures, she can custom fit to your exact measurements.

Though you probably didn't come on vacation to go to the mall, it's quite nice to have one as conveniently located as Puerto Paraíso, which sits pretty right on the marina. There are some practical stores that may come in handy in a pinch (like an AT&T and MacStore for electronics), as well as many places to buy beachwear and accessories. There's also a bank (Scotiabank), which is a safe place to withdraw cash in pesos, and a grocery store (Selecto Súper Chedraui), should your place have a kitchen that you'd like to stock up. Or if you just need to catch your breath after disembarking a boat, the mall is ready and waiting with its refreshing air conditioning and public restrooms.

Everything in this eco-boutique is locally sourced, from stylish beach clothing to notebooks shot and bound by a local photographer.

Located across from the posh One& Only Palmilla Resort, here you'll find a smattering of shops and galleries, a couple of restaurants, a coffee shop, a nice terrace with a peaceful fountain, and a view of the Palmilla development with the Sea of Cortez beyond. Pez Gordo Art Gallery is artist Dana Leib's second location and offers her pieces, as well as those by other artists. If you need to fuel up during your time here, there's an outpost of the popular Nicksan franchise as well as the Cream Cafe. These days, even a U.S. Consulate can be found here. 

Local artist Karla Antuna designs compelling ink prints of Baja-theme flora and fauna, like cactus, octopus, whales, and donkeys.

Tierra Madre ("Mother Earth") is one part store, one part outlet for unique experiences—both of which are focused exclusively on Mexico's traditions. Whether you're purchasing handwoven apparel or attending a cacao ceremony, you'll walk away enriched from having experienced and supported a special part of the country's ancient culture.

Perhaps the most iconic gift you could buy for yourself or another while in La Paz is a beautiful pearl. You would be in good company, as Queen Elizabeth II had one found in these very waters on her crown. The Velvet Box designs and creates lovely pieces (perhaps just a tad more modest than the monarch's!) for you to try on and take home.

Associated with the funky Cabo Wabo bar, Waboutique sells memorabilia, excellent tequila, and souvenirs such as baseball hats, shot glasses, and mugs with the Cabo Wabo logo.

This friendly shop carries a seemingly limitless supply of traditional masks, figurines, and other pieces of Mexican folk art, like amate (paper made of tree bark). You'll see a lot of iconic cultural imagery, like the sagrado corazón (flaming sacred heart) and calavera (Day of the Dead skull). Owner Manuel Martínez, who passionately took the reins from his father, founder Zenon Martínez (hence the name), has a particular penchant for masks and travels the country finding the most interesting ones to stock. There's something for everyone, with prices starting at around $5 and, based on size and rarity, going up into the hundreds.