How Many Starbucks “Been There Series” Mugs Exist? A Deep Dive for Collectors

If you’ve ever wandered into a Starbucks while traveling — or even just scrolled through collector groups online — you’ve probably seen the iconic Been There Series mugs. Bright, graphic, and packed with local references, they’ve become a global scavenger hunt for fans. But one question pops up again and again:

How many different Starbucks Been There Series mugs are there?

The short answer: Starbucks has never released an official total.  But that doesn’t mean we can’t piece together a realistic picture of just how massive this collection has become.

A Quick History of the Been There Series

Launched in 2018, the Been There Series replaced the beloved You Are Here line. The new designs leaned more heavily into illustration, with bold colors and playful icons representing the culture, food, landmarks, and quirks of each location.

Since then, Starbucks has expanded the series across:

• All 50 U.S. states
• Dozens of major U.S. cities
• National parks
• International countries and cities
• Campus collection mugs
• Mini mugs (espresso-size versions)
• Occasional special editions

And Starbucks hasn’t slowed down. New mugs continued to appear through 2024, including releases for places like Montana, Kansas City, Cebu, Chile, and more.

Why There’s No Official Count

Starbucks doesn’t maintain a public master list of Been There Series mugs. That means collectors rely on:

• Store sightings
• Social media groups
• Online marketplaces
• Starbucks partners sharing updates
• Community‑built checklists

Because of this, the exact number is always shifting — especially as new international mugs quietly appear without fanfare.

A Reasonable Estimate: 300–500+ Unique Designs

When you add up:

• 50 U.S. states
• 60+ U.S. cities
• 20+ national parks
• 40+ countries
• Dozens of international cities
• Campus editions
• Mini versions
• Special releases

…it becomes clear that the Been There Series easily reaches 300–500+ unique mugs.

For collectors, that’s part of the fun — there’s always another mug to discover.

Why Collectors Love This Series

Beyond the thrill of the hunt, the Been There Series resonates because each mug feels like a snapshot of a place. The illustrations capture:

• Local foods
• Landmarks
• Wildlife
• Cultural icons
• Regional humor

It’s travel, nostalgia, and art — all wrapped around a coffee mug.