Castries Market

Soak up the local life and take a trip to the market in Castries, where you’ll encounter some very tropical produce and have a chance to mingle with the locals. Stock up on fruit and veg or simply roam around and take in the atmosphere.

• Address:

  Castries, Saint Lucia

Diamonds International

A piece of fine jewelry is surely the most classy and sophisticated of all types of souvenirs, if you can call it that. What better memory can you treasure than that of your loved one gifting you a beautiful diamond ring on a romantic trip to the Caribbean? If you’re starting to think this might be a nice idea you’ll want to head over to Diamonds International. The wonderful staff will be able to help you with your choice of purchase, as they are friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. So if you’re convinced that your significant other deserves a special treat, don’t hesitate – this is the place to go.

• Address:

  Pointe Seraphine, Saint Lucia

Eudovic's Art Studio (Castries)

If you're looking to bag that special item that will take you back to the splendid time you had at the island of Saint Lucia, look no further than Eudovic’s humble establishment. Eudovic is the island’s first wood sculptor. Visitors are offered a free tour of the studio where he creates his artworks. Here you will get to learn about everything from the tools he uses to the artistic and technical processes he employs to arrive at the results of his wonderful creations. All of this will leave you eager to take home a little piece of his artistry from the gift shop for a very moderate price.

• Address:

  Goodlands, Castries, Saint Lucia

Island Mix (Rodney Bay)

By the port of Rodney Bay is a reasonably sized shop that is home to more than 60 local Saint Lucian artisans. Here you’ll find everything from art to home decor, clothes, wood carvings, pottery and jewelry. You never know, browsing around you might just find the perfect souvenir to take back home with you. A menu of snacks is available and a range of beverages are served on the shop patio by the marina.

• Address:

  Seagrape Road, Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia

• Opening hours:

  Mon - Wed 9.30 - 18.00. Thu 9.30 - 20.00. Fri 9.30 - 18.00. Sat 10.00 - 18.00.

Zaka Art Café (Soufriere)

Visit this typically Saint Lucian establishment, where amazingly tasty artisan coffee made from locally grown beans meets art. The handmade zaka masks on sale at the café are now one of the island's classics. With their stretched and pointy faces, the colourful masks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, making for a perfectly Caribbean souvenir. Meals are also available at the café, but make sure you book in advance if you want to stop by for a traditional creole lunch or dinner.

• Address:

  Maurice Mason Street, Soufrière, Saint Lucia

• Opening hours:

  Mon - Sat 8.30 - 17.00. Sun 8.30 - 13.00.