Shopping in Buenos Aires
Ever since the economic crisis of 2001 made fundamental changes in the exchange rate and the economy, shopping in Buenos Aires has become an excellent opportunity for visitors from abroad. A combination of major shopping malls, pedestrian boulevards, and even flea markets offers a broad range of options in terms of prices and quality.
The major shopping centers are in and around downtown Buenos Aires. For high-end shopping you can take a walk down Av. Alvear, and find major international brands such as Louis Vuitton, Armani, and Polo Ralph Lauren. Other brands, including sports, are found at malls like Patio Bullrich, Paseo Alcorta, and the beautifully decorated Galerías Pacifico.
A Buenos Aires shopping experience would be incomplete without a visit to Calle Florida, a bustling pedestrian boulevard that runs through the heart of the dowtown financial district. If you´re in the city on a Sunday, you´ll find unique items at the San Telmo flea market and a vast selection of antique stores in the sorrounding streets.
Other places to check out:
El Abasto Shopping Center: www.abasto-shopping.com.ar/
Interior Design and Furniture: www.designrecoleta.com.ar/
