Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SHOPPING
Congreso is where the city's politicos hang out and it's not really known as a shopping
destination. That said, Av Corrientes has many of the city's discount bookstores, and
despite most books being in Spanish, it's fun to wander through them. And if you're
looking for jewelry or electronics like used cameras, check out Calle Libertad between
Lavalle and Rivadavia.
ZIVAL'S
(
www.zivals.com
;
Av Callao 395; 9:30am-9:30pm Mon-Sat)
This is one of the better music stores
in town, especially when it comes to tango, jazz and classical music. Listening stations are
a big plus, and many books are also for sale. There's also a branch in
Palermo Viejo
(Serrano
1445)
.
MUSIC
WILDLIFE
( 4381-1040; Hipólito Yrigoyen 1133; 10am-8pm Mon-Fri, to 1pm Sat)
If you're looking to buy
(or sell) all manner of outdoor and camping equipment before traveling on from Buenos
Aires, this is the place to do it. Crampons, knives, tents, backpacks, climbing ropes, foul-
weather clothing, military gear and even the occasional mule saddle can be found at this
somewhat offbeat and musty shop.
CAMPING & OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT
