Shopping and Artisanal Boutiques
Buena Voluntad Tienda Americana

Nonprofit thrift store of Iglesia de la Costa in Uvita. Proceeds are used by our Hands of Mercy program to provide rice and beans, or clothing to needy families in the area.
Donations are gratefully received.
Tuesday to Friday: 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Monday and Sunday: closed
Contact: 2201 5962
Uvita Community Library and Bookstore

Directions: Puntarenas, Uvita, 60504
Facebook Page: Uvita Community Library
El Mercado Bahia Ballena

El Mercado offers a wide variety of top-quality fruits and vegetables, handicrafts, meals, and much more in support of rural entrepreneurship.
Direction: Uvita, Provincia de Puntarenas
Phone Number:+506 8411 8807
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