Monday December 13, 2010 at 2:56PM from Sabine K.
Shopping in Buenos Aires, Alto Palermo

Shopping Malls, such as Alto Palermo, Paseo Alcorta and Caballito Shopping Center, have become increasingly popular as a convenient shopping location and most include restaurants, cafes, movie theaters and arcade.

If you’re after leather goods, there are a large number of stores that sell clothing, bags and souvenirs located near the Plaza San Martín or Villa Crespo, near Palermo.

Head for the lively and entertaining markets on Sunday, where you can purchase artisan goods at Recoleta Market and shop for antiques at San Telmo Market. Off the tourist track, on the city outskirts, visit Mataderos Fair where you can pick up sheepskins, ponchos and other gaucho goods.