Shopping in Asuncion - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

The highest concentration of shops and malls in Asuncion is on Palma Street. Here you can visit the most modern shopping malls, designer boutiques, jewelry salons, and grocery stores full of popular delicacies. Stores located on the main street offer quite high prices, but the quality of goods they sell here is just as high.

In search of memorable gifts, go to the handicraft market located in Plaza de los Heroes. Pay special attention to attractively priced leather goods presented here. The market offers a large selection of ceramics, and all kinds of wood crafts are among the best affordable souvenirs available for customers. If you're looking for some original folk crafts, handmade lace is the best choice. Ladies will also like beautiful fashion jewelry.

Be sure to check out one of the city's main markets - Mercado Cuatro. The market is very large. Besides groceries, it sells inexpensive clothes and shoes, as well as various home accessories. Tourists are especially attracted by exotic fruit and colorful T-shirts. At the same market, you can buy football paraphernalia with symbols of Paraguayan clubs. Right at the market, there are several restaurants where you can taste inexpensive regional dishes. Souvenir stalls are usually open in Plaza de la Libertad where you can also buy interesting handicrafts. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you prefer shopping centers, head to Shopping Mall Excelsior. This one is very large and beautiful. Besides dozens of shops, it houses popular restaurants and cafes. On the ground floor, you'll find stores offering expensive and affordable jewelry. The shopping center is also famous for a large selection of clothing and footwear stores of Latin American brands.

Paseo La Galería is no less attractive. There is not enough time in the day to explore all of its shops. Ladies should pay attention to shops selling swimwear and underwear from famous brands. The gallery also has a number of large sportswear and accessory stores. Also, pay special attention to regional cosmetics and perfume shops, many of which offer excellent handmade organic products.

Shopping Del Sol is one of the most original malls in town. It is designed in a way that it looks more like a charming covered market. In addition to clothing and footwear stores, some great gastronomic pavilions are available for its visitors. Here you can find the best meat delicacies, choose popular local sweets, and taste fresh pastries. Among the center's attractive features, it is worth noting a variety of clothing and jewelry stores, most of which are not expensive at all.

A beautiful modern building houses another mall called Multiplaza. It is located at some distance from the central streets of Asuncion. The bulk of the center's visitors are local residents. They come here to check many clothing and footwear stores of a variety of styles, as well as children's clothing and accessory stores. In search of popular local products, go to a large supermarket on the ground floor. And do not ignore the pavilions selling jewelry and headwear, where you can pick some original stuff in a regional style.

Many interesting products can be found in Asunción Super Centro. It is relatively small, but still offers a variety of shops. This shopping center would be a good option for budget travelers. It houses affordable clothing and footwear shops and has several gastronomic sections full of popular local products. At small stalls, you can choose electronic accessories, jewelry, and cosmetics. Several nice cafes serve visitors on the ground floor.

One of the best stores to go to for exclusive and expensive souvenirs is Paseo Via Allegra. It sells incredibly beautiful gift sets of cosmetics, food, and sweets. The store is also famous for its large selection of wines. You'll have a chance to check its interesting jewelry and watch section, as well as choose the finest crafts from local artisans and artists. And don't forget about the home decoration and designer accessories section. Paseo Via Allegra offers its customers the finest local products.