Shopping in Buenos Aires means moving between neighbourhoods that are not close to each other and ending up with your hands full. With a vehicle and driver at your disposal, you set the order of the stops and your purchases stay in the boot as you go.
Areas people usually include
- Villa Crespo: the outlet district, on Calle Aguirre and the streets around it, with clothing and footwear brands.
- Calle Murillo: also in Villa Crespo, known for its leather shops.
- Palermo Soho: independent design, clothes and homeware.
- City shopping centres: Galerías Pacífico in the centre, Alto Palermo and Patio Bullrich.
- Unicenter: a large shopping centre in Martínez, in the northern suburbs, for those who want everything under one roof.
How it works
- You tell us what you are after: clothes, leather, design, gifts, things for children.
- We suggest a sensible order so you do not cross the city more than necessary.
- The driver drops you in each area and waits; on the shopping streets you walk and the driver stays close by.
- At the end you are taken back to your accommodation, or to the airport if you fly that day.
Worth knowing
The service covers the vehicle and the driver for the agreed time, as with a driver by the hour. It does not include shopping advice or a guide; if you would like someone who knows the shops to come along, ask us and we tell you whether that can be arranged.
Shop opening times vary by day, so check them with each place beforehand. If you expect bulky purchases or are more than 3 people, ask for a minivan.
Frequently asked questions
Can our purchases stay in the vehicle?
Yes. They stay in the boot while you carry on, with the driver in the vehicle.
Can we combine the outlets with a shopping centre?
Yes. Tell us which places interest you and we arrange the order to make good use of the time.
Does the driver know where to shop?
The driver knows the city and its shopping areas but is not a shopping adviser. The choice of shops is yours.