Must-see shopping in Salta & the Andean Northwest

  • Ruta del Artesano

    Salta & the Andean Northwest

    Tafi's main diversion, aside from walks in the countryside, is this driving route to the home studios of area artisans, whose work includes ceramics,…

  • Mercado Artesanal

    Salta

    Good for souvenirs, this provincially sponsored market is set in a centuries-old complex that was once Salta's main flour mill. Within it are a collection…

  • Cafayate Artesenal

    Cafayate

    This is a mall of brick stalls piled with goods made from llama wool, leather and cactus wood. Here, handicrafts include artisanal journals, mate (a tea…

  • Mercado Artesanal y Fábrica de Alfombras

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    For Catamarca’s characteristic hand-tied rugs, visit this artisans market, which also sells ponchos, blankets, jewelry, red onyx sculptures, musical…

  • CUM

    Salta

    The unfortunate English acronym should not keep you away from this charming boutique that trades in top-quality wool sweaters, shawls, blankets, throw…

  • Santeria San Jose

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    A mystical art shop with a rocky altar encrusted on its rooftop, dealing in both new and vintage iconic Christian art. Peruse the shelves of Virgin…

  • El Colmado

    Cafayate

    A stylish, casual clothing boutique steps from Cafayate's plaza with playsuits and dresses, scarves and jewelry, all of it well curated. The trick, as…

  • Mercado Artesanal de La Rioja

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    La Rioja crafts are exhibited and sold here, as are other popular artworks at prices lower than most souvenir shops. It closes in the early afternoon…

  • Familia Avar Saracho

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    For upmarket woven goods, this familiy operation has reasonable prices, and arranges shipping as well.

  • Manos Andinas

    Quebrada de Humahuaca

    Near Humahuaca's plaza, Manos Andinas sells fair-trade artesanía.

  • Espacio Urbano

    Salta

    Espacio Urbano is a gorgeous courtyard boutique trading in hip styles from international brands. Think Bensimon swimwear, Bolivia chinos and much more…

  • Jorge Barraco

    Cafayate

    For sculpture, jewelry, and other knickknacks crafted from silver and alloy, check out this evocative shop attached to the studio of craftsman Jorge…

  • Mercado Artesanal

    Cafayate

    The Mercado Artesanal cooperative features quality local work at more-than-fair prices.