Location: El Centro (Downtown)
Top Things to do in El Centro (Downtown)
What to do and see in El Centro (Downtown), Capital Federal District: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
The birthplace of the tango is, like the dance itself, captivating, seductive and bustling with excited energy. Atmospheric old neighborhoods are rife with romantic restaurants and thumping nightlife, and Buenos Aires' European heritage is evident in its architecture, boulevards and parks. Cafe Tortoni, the city's oldest bar, will transport you back to 1858, and the spectacular Teatro Colon impresses just as it did in 1908. Latin America's shopping capital offers the promise of premium retail therapy along its grand, wide boulevards.
Restaurants in Buenos Aires
1. Silvia y Mario Shop Florida
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 205 reviews
We are a leather factory and shop, with 30 years of experience. You can buy any of our wide selection leather jackets, have it altered for you or have a new jacket made. For special orders, 24-48 hours are needed. No need to schedule appointment, any of our salesladies will help you in the process of tailoring.
Reviewed By kitkat1222
Saw good reviews about this shop and decided to visit it during my stay in Buenos Aires. Staff are nice but would like to specifically mention Sophie - she was very friendly and offered great advise which helped me in my decisions on the jacket! I also met Silvia, the owner and she was the sweetest!! She made sure that I was going to be happy with my jacket She accommodated all my requests as great quality and service are more important to her than just sales - which makes for a great shopping experience! Went back home with a fine customized lambskin black leather jacket! Thanks a lot Silvia! More success to you! :) Will visit you again when I am in BA next time! Gracias!!
2. Dos Semillas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Dos Semillas concept store opened its doors in 2008 in San Telmo neighborhood, Buenos Aires and in 2019 the argentinian firm opened a new store in Marbella Old Town, Spain. Due to the COVID.19 situation, both stores are closed but you can find their products on the web shop www.liboreirostore.com. La tienda conceptual argentina Dos Semillas abrio sus puertas en el 2008 en el barrio de San Telmo, Buenos Aires y en el 2019 inauguraron nuevo espacio en el casco antiguo de Marbella, Espana. Debido a la situacion relacionada con el COVID.19,
Reviewed By kathylulu - Calabash, United States
I walked by the window of this shop and the purses stuck out! They were each like a work of art. I purchased one and had my picture taken with the shop owner who actually made each purse and hand signed. If you pay in Argentinian Purses you got a discount. I paid with my credit card since most of the ATM's were out of money on a Sunday when it was market day in San Telmo. Great shop...highly recommend it. I would have loved to have shopped for the jewelry the owner's wife made, but just ran out of time!!!
3. Studio Fotin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Studio Fotin is an ambrotype photograph portrait studio located in San Telmo. Here we revisit one of the first photographic processes, developed in the 1850s. Ambrotypes are one of a kind photographs, "instantly" developed on a glass plate. This is the perfect unique activity for art and photography lovers. Reserve your appointment to have your portrait taken via email.
4. Quorum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Quorum arises under the idea that art should be accessible to everyone. The art world is inaccessible to the public and to the artists themselves. After years surrounded by artists, in own and others exhibitions, we noticed the lack of a daily circulation space where you don't need to be a collector to buy art. In this shop you can buy works from different disciplines, techniques and formats (photography, engraving, painting, ceramics, silk screen, sculpture and more) and art and design products, all at affordable prices.
5. Karina Chavin Espacio De Arte
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Karina Chavin Art Space art Gallery permanent exhibition Painting, sculpture, design, unique pieces Open Monday to Monday from 11 am to 20 pm
Reviewed By ElenaP2205 - Romania, null
The shop is very beautiful and very colorful. The people working there are very ptofessional and nice.
6. La Casa del Dulce de Leche
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 299 reviews
Visit to the only house dedicated to dulce de leche; you will find an inexplicable combination of sensations that offers us the true flavor of homemade Dulce de Leche along with the best brands of Alfajores and 100% Argentinian chocolates. We offer tasting of all our products so that you can decide for which you like. waiting for you!
Reviewed By joanac44
Shop staff was really helpful especially Rafael who was so friendly and guide us to pick the most delicious Dulce de leche!
7. La casa del dulce de leche - MAFALDA
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 136 reviews
Visit to the only house dedicated to dulce de leche; you will find an inexplicable combination of sensations that offers us the true flavor of homemade Dulce de Leche along with the best brands of Alfajores and 100% Argentinian chocolates. We offer tasting of all our products so that you can decide for which you like. waiting for you!
8. Manu Lizarralde Joyas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By patriciasI1321NI
Visiting Buenos Aires has this must stop, otherwise it wouldn’t be complete. It is candy to my eyes and of course a smile in my heart once I make a new piece mine. From the moment you walk in you have all these exquisite pieces of art (the jewelry) in so many beautiful shapes and incredible colors. I call it the Candy store because the temptation is so big! Make it your Candy store, you will forever have the best memories of the whole experience including dealing w Alejandro who shows to be so knowledgeable and passionate about his unique pieces. In Love w Manu!!!
9. La Vaca Lechera de San Telmo
10. Compay Vinos
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
We are a wine store located in San Telmo. Great selection from all over Argentina's wine territories.
