Shopping in Old San Juan

Quick q - what is the fastest way to get from the pier (where Carnival docks) to the shopping district in old san juan? Is it within walking distance? Looking for cheap clothing/shoes etc.

You will be around 2-3 blocks away from stores. There will be souvenir stores closer. There are 2 main shopping streets in OSJ.

The ship docks right in the center of downtown Old San Juan.

Come out of the terminal and cross the street and you can start at Ralph Lauren's new (a few years) Polo store and move along from there. Keep going up the hills and will come to many stores. Lots are trinkets and souvenirs, plenty of jewelry stores, Coach, Dooney & Bourke.........

Have fun.

The CVS store is across the street from the cruise terminal and has some t shirts and beach clothing last time I was there.

If you're looking for clothes for your cruise or for summer events at home, head to the Marshall's store. Usually lots of good clothing bargains.

Just walk around Old San Juan and buy what suits your fancy!

Lots of souvenir stores, too, but can't remember name of the one I'm picturing in my mind.

Thanks to all so much for suggestions and directions!

As you specified "cheap clothing/shoes", I'm thinking you mean something like Marshall's - it is located at

154 Calle Rafael Cordero (on Plaza de Armas) – tram stop #8

Is there anything to be gained from shopping at Marshalls in SJ vs. home?

Is there anything to be gained from shopping at Marshalls in SJ vs. home?

Have never been there so can't answer directly.

However I've read many cruisers shop there for forgotten items etc.