Shopping for Diapers, Formula, Groceries, and Other Essentials in Tulum

*Updated Dec 2025*

Tulum is a wonderful place with tons to explore. But sometimes finding the basics can be a challenge. Here we will breakdown the best tips for shopping for essentials in Tulum.

First we will talk chain grocery stores where you can find diapers, formula, even swimsuits! Then we will talk about locally owned places we love that are great for groceries and produce.

There are two main parts of Tulum- the town center and the hotel zone. In the town center you will find more variety and larger chain stores, as well as amazing locally owned shops. In the hotel zone you will find more boutiques and luxury items.

If you are staying at a private house or would like to buy some more toys and supplies for your kiddos a trip into town is our best recommendation.

Here we will provide options in Town. Your best options to get these products is to hail a cab or call on Tomato. A delivery service here in Tulum that will deliver for a small fee.

Important note on milk.

In Mexico it is very very difficult to find 2% milk. The milk we have is processed so it can be stocked at room temperature (it comes in tetrapack containers) and can taste differently to kiddos . Sometimes the big chain stores will have Lala brand milk that has to be refrigerated (comes in plastic container) and that will taste the most similar.

Town

Big Stores

Comer Mexicana

The Comer Mexicana opened in November 2025. It is a huge chain store where you will be able to find most everything. Think diapers, formula, general grocery store items. Like the other big stores in Tulum, some days it will have what you are looking for, some days it will not. Also has ATMS.

Chedraui

Chedraui is our oldest chain grocery store here in Tulum. It is where you will be able to find everything ranging from diapers and soccer balls to cous cous and imported wines. Since the store tailors so much to tourists and expats you’ll be able to find similar products to the ones you find at home. If possible try to go to the Chedraui in the morning/early afternoon. After 6pm many people get off work and the store becomes very crowded and can add extra stress to your vacation.

The Chedraui also has multiple ATMs available for all sorts of different banks (HSBC, BBVA, Santander etc).

Soriana

Soriana is located near Rivera Tulum and is great for anyone staying in that area of Tulum. It is most similar to a Walmart style feel. Has ATMs.

Organic Market in Tulum

Chan Selvita: An amazing place where you can find organic and seasonal produce, locally sourced meat, homemade cheese yogurt and much more. It is owned by a wonderful woman who takes great care to ensure all of her products support the community.

Gypsy Market Place: This is like Tulum’s Wholefoods. It offers lots of wellness products that might be challenging to find elsewhere.

Local Shops

Our favorite local shop to buy products is Co Con. Amor. They have a great selection of products that use 0 plastic. Co Con. Amor prides itself on being one of the most sustainable places in Here you’ll be able to get your bamboo toothbrushes, peanut butter, organic shampoo and conditioners, and more!

The only stores for essential in the hotel zone are pharmacies or places like Gomart that are like gas station stories. If you have time, we recommend going to the bigger stores if you need more things, or ordering from them as many have delivery or pick up.