Shopping for souvenirs and pasalubongs is expected, especially if one wants a keepsake from a cherished, memorable trip. When visiting Boracay for the first time, one should not go home without taking home an item bought from the island to remember how the vacation went. More than the memories you made on the tranquil beaches and pictures taken in tourist spots, there should be some form of physical memoir to commemorate the trip. 

Luckily, there are various shopping areas, centers, stores, and malls on the island where tourists can browse and shop for souvenirs and pasalubongs for loved ones back home. To know where to get the best souvenir deals in Boracay, check out our list of best shopping locations: 

D’Mall

Located between the main road and White Beach in Station 2, D’Mall has three segments for tourists, foodies, and shoppers. Tourists can find souvenirs or pasalubong items and take photos of famous spots within the Mall premises. Foodies can enjoy a wide range of dishes and sumptuous seafood. Shoppers can stroll and get things to their hearts’ delight for affordable prices.

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AT IZ Boracay Co.

This store sells dried products such as fruits like bananas and sweet and sour mangoes, seafood such as fish and squid, and other sweet pasalubong food items. They also sell organic hygiene products and supplements. AT IZ Boracay Co. also provides currency exchange in case someone runs out of Philippine Peso cash.

Bamboo Market

The Bamboo Market consists of many small shops that sell a variety of souvenir items by different sellers and artisans. It is easily spotted through its large bamboo sign in a row of establishments on Station 2’s beachfront. Inside the store are keychains, accessories, dreamcatchers of different sizes, and other trinkets – all made out of local island bamboo. Prices at Bamboo Market are also more affordable compared to shops inside D’Mall.

Fiesta Souvenir Shop

Fiesta Souvenir Shop is known for its colorful shirts and accessories. Its clothing and wearable collection reflect Boracay’s festive vibe inspired by the vibrant Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo City, as the shop owner is an Ilonggo. Apart from its store in D’Mall, Fiesta Souvenir Shop also has a kiosk at the entrance of City Mall and a branch in Boracay Holiday Resort. 

MABOVEN Beachfront Stalls in Station 3

The Malay Boracay Vendors, Peddlers, Masseurs, and Manicurists Association, also known as MABOVEN, stalls offer budget-friendly yet island-specific products that will surely satisfy your shopping goals. Their products are primarily handcrafted, giving them a rarity and unique quality. 

One of MABOVEN’s bestsellers is the anklet made from Puka shells. Other products include ornaments, trinkets, and ornaments made from Puka shells and other local materials. The stalls also offer clothing, coin purses, and bracelets with the option of having the buyer’s name painted or engraved in the products. 

E Mall

Like its sibling, D’Mall, E Mall is a smaller shopping area where tourists can find souvenir items at a lower price. Products in this mall are similar across several stores, both an advantage and disadvantage to the buyer looking for a particular item. Shoppers can also haggle for the best prices, especially if items are bought in bulk with the sellers.

City Mall

This one-story mall is the only air-conditioned mall in Boracay with well-known retail stores and fast-food joints in the country. Aside from souvenir items, shoppers can buy their essentials need here, which are somewhat harder to find on the beach.

Overall, Boracay’s shopping experience is an adventure on its own. Hence, browsing through the stores above and purchasing a trinket or two will leave you with a sensation that’s distinct in the Boracay shopping vibe. Additionally, it is always best to bring in your best smile and friendly chat to get the sellers’ charm and warm service every time.

For more info on what to do while in Boracay, visit this page: Boracay Travel Guide

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