Best Souvenir Shops & Shopping in Tamarindo (2026)

Updated October 2026

These souvenir shops in Tamarindo are ranked by the most 4- and 5-star Google reviews this year. The top three are Petra Mohs, Reina’s Chocolate and Artesanías Bliss, and the list covers shopping in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, from handmade jewelry to local art.

The list mixes classic souvenir stores with handmade jewelry, local art galleries, a craft chocolate maker, a family cigar factory and gift shops that sell Costa Rican coffee. All of them are in Tamarindo.

How we ranked these

These are the souvenir shops in Tamarindo with the most 4- and 5-star Google reviews this year. Recent reviews tell you what visitors think right now, not years ago. Every business here fits the category, is in or near Tamarindo and shows recent signs of being open.

Petra Mohs also appears in our jewelry list; here we focus on it as a place for gifts.

Every business in Tamarindo is listed free on Tamarindo Guide. Featured businesses, the ones that support the guide, are usually included when they fit the category, and we always label them.

1. Petra Mohs

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65 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

Everything at Petra Mohs is jewelry made by hand in Costa Rica by the couple who run the shop. Reviewers love the wide choice of bracelets, necklaces and anklets, including a sloth necklace, and they say the materials are good quality and the prices are fair. Many also mention how friendly and welcoming the owners are.

It’s a good stop if you want a small, personal gift that’s easy to pack. Reviewers say you can try on anything without pressure, and one says the pieces won’t fade in the summer sun. There are fun extras like stickers too, and many visitors like supporting a local family business.

2. Reina’s Chocolate

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61 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 4.9 average

You can taste before you buy at Reina’s Chocolate, a craft chocolate maker in Tamarindo. Drop in for a tasting flight, a bit like wine tasting, or book the 2-hour tour, where guides show how chocolate is made, let you taste it at each stage and walk you through a garden of local fruit. Sipping chocolate is on the menu too.

It’s a fun stop for families, couples and anyone who loves chocolate, and a cool break from the midday heat. Many guests left with bars to take home. The tour space is small, so reviewers say to book it ahead, especially in high season. One visitor found a salesperson unhelpful, but most reviews praise the staff.

3. Artesanías Bliss

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27 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

A family of three artists makes the resin art, wall pieces and jewelry sold at Artesanías Bliss in Plaza Conchal. Reviewers say every piece is handmade and full of detail, and prices are fair for the work. The family can also photograph your eye and turn the picture of your iris into a piece of art.

It’s the place for a real piece of local art, not mass-produced souvenirs. The family also sells at Tamarindo’s night markets, but reviewers say the shop has a much bigger selection. One reviewer says staff explained how the art is made. Give yourself time to browse, since one couple took a long while to choose.

4. The Lazy Sloth

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19 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

Souvenirs that say Tamarindo, not only Costa Rica, are the draw at The Lazy Sloth in Plaza Via Condotti. The owners print custom T-shirts and make magnets behind the counter, and one couple had a design printed on a different shirt at no extra charge. There’s also a big wall of organic coffee and craft chocolate.

It’s a quick, easy stop if you’re short on time. Reviewers say prices are fair compared with other shops, you can try things on without feeling watched, and staff often offer free coffee or hot chocolate. Several mention the friendly shop dog, Manteca, and a free magnet with your purchase.

5. Don Enrique Cigars

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Featured · 11 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

At Don Enrique Cigars, a family-run cigar factory and shop in Plaza Conchal, you can learn to roll your own cigar by hand. Reviewers loved the rolling lesson and say the family’s passion for the craft shows from the moment you walk in. Cigars are hand-rolled in the shop, and smokers praise the draw and the quality for the price.

It suits cigar lovers, couples and anyone who wants a hands-on activity in town, and you leave with cigars you rolled yourself. One group had help from a translator during the lesson. A reviewer says the shop takes a little effort to find, so look for Módulo 6 in Plaza Conchal. Don Enrique Cigars is a featured business on Tamarindo Guide.

6. Art Gallery Academy Lindsay Méndez

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10 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

Instead of buying a souvenir, you can paint one at Art Gallery Academy Lindsay Méndez, a gallery and painting studio in Tamarindo Plaza Garden. Reviewers praise Lindsay as a kind, patient teacher who shows many different techniques, and they describe a clean, beautiful gallery. Classes are for kids, teens and adults.

It’s a great idea for families with creative kids, even toddlers, and for birthday parties. Many local families send their children for weekly lessons, so ask about one-time sessions if you’re only visiting. The gallery also sells paintings and does framing, which one reviewer used for their own artwork.

7. Animal Soul Gift Shop

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6 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

Animal-print bags, sandals and crochet tops sit next to local handicrafts and specialty coffee at Animal Soul Gift Shop. It’s in the Galerías del Mar shopping center, about 200 meters south of Hotel Diria, close to the beach. Reviewers say many items are handmade and locally sourced.

It’s a good place to shop for several people at once. Reviewers say the mix of clothing, jewelry, art, T-shirts, mugs and hats feels chosen with care, and prices are reasonable for a tourist town. Staff are helpful, and one shopper wished for an extra suitcase to bring more home.

8. Souvenirs Sea Shop

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6 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 4.8 average

Beach gear and souvenirs share the shelves at Souvenirs Sea Shop, on the main road through Tamarindo. It has only a few written reviews, but they’re positive. Reviewers mention good prices and promotions, and above all friendly, helpful staff.

It’s a handy stop if you need a gift and something for the beach on the same walk. With so few reviews, there’s less detail on what it stocks, so stop in as you pass through town and see what’s on the shelves.

9. Tamarindo Art Gallery

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6 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 4.2 average

Original paintings for your walls, many with raised texture, fill Tamarindo Art Gallery on Avenida de las Palmas. The work comes from local artists, including a husband-and-wife team. Reviewers mention colorful tropical scenes and textured wave pieces at reasonable prices, and one couple has visited three times.

Choose it if you want a larger piece of art for your home rather than a small souvenir. If you’re flying home, ask how a piece can be packed. One visitor arrived during posted hours and found it closed, so message the gallery before you go.

10. Con Mucho Gusto

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5 4- and 5-star Google reviews in 2026 · 5.0 average

Con Mucho Gusto’s owner fills her shop in the Gran Boulevard Mall with handmade work by local artists, including bracelets she makes herself. Reviewers say she’s kind and passionate about representing local makers, and that the pieces feel authentic, good quality and reasonably priced.

It’s perfect if you’re tired of mass-produced souvenirs and want something made locally. Several reviewers went back many times during their stay, and one couple staying at Hotel Diria liked it more than any other shop they tried. One shopper even got a free chocolate bar with their purchase.

Tips for Shopping in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

If you want something truly local, look for handmade pieces. Reviewers on this list often say they were tired of generic Costa Rica souvenirs, and they loved shops like Artesanías Bliss and Con Mucho Gusto that sell work by local artists. Some artisans also sell at Tamarindo’s night markets, which reviewers mention on Thursday and Saturday evenings.

Coffee, chocolate and cigars make easy gifts to pack. Reina’s Chocolate sells craft chocolate bars, The Lazy Sloth and Animal Soul Gift Shop both carry Costa Rican coffee, and Don Enrique Cigars rolls its cigars by hand in the shop. Several shops let you try things on or taste before you buy.

Hours can change in the green season (rainy season), roughly May to November, when some shops keep shorter hours. If you’re heading out for one special place, send a message first.

Quick comparison

#	Business	4- and 5-star reviews in 2026	Average rating	Best for
1	Petra Mohs	65	5.0	Handmade jewelry gifts
2	Reina’s Chocolate	61	4.9	Chocolate gifts and tastings
3	Artesanías Bliss	27	5.0	Local handmade art
4	The Lazy Sloth	19	5.0	Custom T-shirts and Tamarindo gifts
5	Don Enrique Cigars	11	5.0	Cigar lovers and hands-on fun
6	Art Gallery Academy Lindsay Méndez	10	5.0	Painting classes for kids
7	Animal Soul Gift Shop	6	5.0	Gifts for the whole family
8	Souvenirs Sea Shop	6	4.8	Souvenirs and beach gear
9	Tamarindo Art Gallery	6	4.2	Original art for your home
10	Con Mucho Gusto	5	5.0	Authentic local crafts

Frequently asked questions

What is shopping like in Tamarindo, Costa Rica?

Shopping in Tamarindo is mostly small, locally owned shops in town, close to the beach. You’ll find souvenir stores, handmade jewelry, local art galleries, a craft chocolate maker, a cigar factory and gift shops with Costa Rican coffee. Many are in small shopping plazas around town.

What are good souvenirs to buy in Tamarindo?

Popular choices are handmade jewelry from Petra Mohs, craft chocolate from Reina’s Chocolate, local art from Artesanías Bliss and custom Tamarindo T-shirts from The Lazy Sloth. Costa Rican coffee and hand-rolled cigars are other easy gifts to pack.

Where can I buy handmade local crafts in Tamarindo?

Artesanías Bliss, Con Mucho Gusto and Petra Mohs all sell handmade work by local artists. Tamarindo Art Gallery sells original paintings, and some artisans also sell at the night markets in town.

Can you buy Costa Rican chocolate and coffee in Tamarindo?

Yes. Reina’s Chocolate makes its own chocolate and offers tastings, and The Lazy Sloth and Animal Soul Gift Shop both sell Costa Rican coffee. The Lazy Sloth also carries craft chocolate.

Find more souvenir in Tamarindo

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Best Souvenir Shops in Tamarindo in 2026