When they want a break from the beach, many visitors go shopping in Barbados. Barbados has a wide variety of shops, from small private craft shops to large multinational duty-free retailers, informal open-air markets and stylish air-conditioned plazas.
Jewelry, watches, crystals, cameras, audio and video equipment and fine fragrances are available duty-free with prices up to 50% off. When making a duty-free purchase, you must present your passport or travel documents and then take your purchase with you or have it delivered to the airport for pickup when you leave the country. Visitors to Barbados can also shop duty-free for up to one year after their visit if they purchase by mail order.
Harrison’s and Cave Shepherd are the two major department store destinations for shopping in Barbados. Harrison’s has nine locations, including Broad Street, Hastings Plaza, the airport and several hotels. Cave Shepherd has locations in Bridgetown, DaCostas Mall, Sunset Crest, the Bridgetown Cruise Terminal and the airport.
Jewelry and gemstones can also be purchased duty-free at Columbian Emeralds, Columbian Jewel, The Royal Shop, Correia’s Jewellery, Jewelers Warehouse, Diamonds International and Little Switzerland.
Columbian Emeralds has locations in Bridgetown, the Bridgetown Airport and the Bridgetown Cruise Terminal. They offer a full warranty on all of their products, plus free 90-day insurance against damage, loss or theft, and certified jewelry and gemstone appraisals.
Visit the Royal Watch Store; Manufacturers include Omega, Cartier, etc. They also have a selection of jewelry, silver and precious stones.
Correira’s Jewelery specializes in loose diamonds, gemstones and gold and each stone comes with an appraisal certificate issued by one of the certified gemologists on staff.
Jewelers Warehouse is a unique store with a traditional atmosphere and friendly service. All purchases are guaranteed and certified.
When shopping for fashion and accessories in Barbados, visit Colors of De Caribbean at Bridgetownwhile Gatsby, with nine boutiques along the west coast and in Bridgetown, is the place to shop for designer clothing, shoes, swimwear, jewelry and accessories.
One of the joys of shopping in Barbados is finding unique items handcrafted by island artisans. Island artisans sell fine art and collectibles at craft fairs held throughout the year and at Daphne’s Sea Shell Studio, Earthworks Pottery, Fairfield Pottery and Gallery, Iron Gardens, and Pelican Village.
Many hotels are also home to small shops selling a wide range of local crafts and designer fashion, and many towns and cities have shops selling unique island crafts, as well as cigars, spirits and collectibles.
Shopping in Barbados is not limited to Bridgetown. Several smaller towns, such as Holetown in St. James and Speightstown in St. Peter, have craft and gift shops. Several shopping centers and plazas are also located outside of Bridgetown. Chattel Village shopping areas are becoming increasingly popular in Barbados. They have shops located in the traditional style of chattel houses and sell souvenirs, gift items, clothing and local crafts. You can find these townhouse villages in Holetown, St. James and St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church.
Shopping hours
When shopping in Barbados, stores are generally open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. 00 pm on Saturdays. Most shops are closed on Sundays.
The beaches are beautiful, but shopping in Barbados offers a unique and interesting alternative.
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