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Shopping in Buenos Aires - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Congreso Nacional In Buenos Aires, there are lots of interesting markets, large shopping centers and specialized shops. Abasto is the largest and most beautiful city's shopping center. It is located in a spectacular historic building. Many tourists visit it not for purchasing, but for admiring its spectacular interior design. Here, there are dozens of shops of various specializations, where you can find clothes, perfumes and souvenirs for every taste. In the center there is a large food court and many interesting attractions are equipped for kids. There is even a small Ferris wheel inside.
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Galerias Pacifico is the second most popular shopping center in the city. It is located on the main pedestrian street and occupies a building with a century-long history. You should definitely visit it to purchase stylish designer clothing and accessories. It presents a huge choice of fashion boutiques. Yet, some of the most popular city's restaurants are situated here. On the top floor there are art galleries, which you can enjoy free of charge. At night, fans of tango are gathering in the galleries, so, you can relax until late at night here.
La Boca pedestrian street is any shoppers paradise. This is where experienced tourists go to find souvenirs. Dozens of sellers offer their goods directly on the open shelves. Here, you can buy the bulk of incredible items and handmade crafts, including one of the most popular national souvenirs - mate cups. This street is full of artists who are pleased to paint a portrait. And, of course, there are a lot of popular restaurants and cafes. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Those who are accustomed to visiting the most exquisite and expensive shops, should go to Palermo Viejo district. Here, you will find chic salons, that offer fashionable designer clothes, as well as the most prestigious lingerie stores. In this area there is a large choice of jewelry stores where you can buy articles from ready sketches to individual designs.
Buenos Aires Argentina Las Canitas area is an ideal place for gastronomic shopping. In local stores, customers are offered the most popular locally produced food and drinks. Gourmets from all over the world flock here. This area is extremely popular for its street food. Even frugal tourists will be interested in doing a little shopping.
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On one of the days off you should definitely go for a walk around the antique market, which is in San Telmo neighbourhood. Here, in addition to antiques and works of art, they sell original jewelry and costume jewelery, as well as the most famous national souvenirs. In the central square fun fairs and entertainment events are often held. It is especially interesting to visit these places on the eve of one of the national holidays.
Buenos Aires Argentina Travellers who want to bring truly exclusive souvenirs from Buenos Aires should go to the Sheraton Hotel. This fashionable hotel houses one of the most famous jewelry stores in the city - Cousiño. Absolutely everyone can visit it. This store specializes in the production of jewelry and crafts made of rare mineral rhodochrosite, which is mined in Argentina. Deposits of this mineral are very few, but it looks so effective that it conquered the hearts of thousands of fashionistas long time ago. Men will also be able to choose something appropriate for themselves. And still you can buy smart souvenirs here.
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♥   Shopping area ' Córdoba Avenue' Buenos Aires, 8.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Avenida Santa Fe' Buenos Aires, 9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Puerto Madero' Buenos Aires, 9.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Recoleta' Buenos Aires, 9.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Avenida Alvear' Buenos Aires, 10.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Palermo' Buenos Aires, 10.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Shopping in Argentina

The Abasto Shopping, which is open in the neighborhood of Balvanera, is one more large shopping center in the capital of Argentina. In the past, there was a market on the site of this shopping center. Nowadays, it is a large and very beautiful building. It is very interesting to visit this shopping center with children because of numerous attractions that include a real Ferris wheel. In Abasto Shopping, visitors can see a small but very precise copy of the city, and children are welcome to try different professions. Needless to say, it is also a wonderful place to shop, eat, and simply have fun. … Open
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Shopping advices for the whole region around Buenos Aires

Montevideo
In the city, there are also attractive outlets, the most famous of which is Vaiven Outlet. It is not so big but offers a worthy choice of clothes and accessories. Here, you can buy inexpensive and discounted high-quality outfits, bags and accessories. In the outlet, there are many pavilions of American and Brazilian brands. Punta Carretas Shopping can boldly be called ... Open »
Mendoza
La Cabaña Chocolates offers its customers products of the eponymous chocolate production company. The store shares a building with a factory, so tours are held here regularly. Visitors will be amazed by its unusual design. Far from every store would allow you to see huge containers filled with candies and other sweets. Customers can choose from packages or sweets by weight. ... Open »
Florianopolis
There is the most modern cinema in the city with seven halls and about two hundred shops in Iguatemi Florianópolis. You can also visit the new Floripa shopping center. About 160 stores are open here. In general, you can find products from the world's leading brands here. However, their prices are not much lower than in any other part of the world. So it may be worth focusing ... Open »
Valparaíso
If you want to buy jewelry in the Chilean style, then you should look for earrings, rings or pendants sold in the Valparaíso shops. These things are made of silver using lapis lazuli, which is very popular in the local area. Bluestone is sometimes combined with gold, but much less often. Silver jewelry is also quite inexpensive. You can find them for seven thousand pesos. If ... Open »
San Carlos de Bariloche
A small container for drinking mate called calabaza is considered the most Argentine and inexpensive souvenir. You can also buy it as an interior decoration. You don’t have to buy a special bombilla tube in this case. Traditionally, calabaza is made from pumpkin. The simplest variations of this vessel are sold on the local market. They are inexpensive. If you want, you can ... Open »
Ilha Grande
Another popular thing people usually buy here is a hammock. You can find it in any colours, from pastel to bright yellow or red. All the hammocks here are made of organic cotton. Concerning women, pareo is a perfect purchase. This accessory is decorated in so many ways: Brazilian flag, view of the island, black-and-white or color abstract pictures, plants, animals, etc. can ... Open »
Shopping advices for Buenos Aires. The best spots for buying designer clothes and local delicacies from Argentina - shops, galleries, boutiques and outlets. We provide you with the shopping streets map, so you can plan your efficient shopping routes, while hunting for authentic souvenirs, goods, drinks, shoes and clothes in Buenos Aires.
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