Shopping in Samaná is limited. Although there are three sections of town listed as a shopping mall, they will hardly match your expectations. Most merchandise consists of souvenirs, beach-related items plus arts and crafts. If you like jewelry, consider those made with Larimar. This pale-blue mineral – mined only in the Dominican Republic – is also called Stefilia’s Stone. It is typically crafted into a silver setting. You will also see lots of jewelry made from coral. Another popular purchase is Dominican Republic cigars. Many aficionados prefer these smokes over those made in Cuba. The local currency is the Dominican Republic peso. Often retailers will not take credit cards yet they will accept the United States dollar. But do not expect a good rate of exchange.
