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"Guide to Shops & Markets in La Paz, Bolivia"
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Shopping in La Paz, Bolivia is definitely an experience you'll never forget. La Paz is like one big shopping market where you'll find numerous markets, street vendors and shops that sell everything you can imagine throughout the city.
Along Calle Sagarnaga and the surrounding streets you'll find a street dotted with shops and street stalls that sell many handmade or handicraft items and souvenirs. You can find items such as textiles, leather clothing, alpaca sweaters, panchos and many other items.
Around Plaza San Francisco there is a market area. Such as the market in the gallery next to the church on Plaza San Francisco, where you can find many good handicraft items. Also near Plaza San Francisco is a food market called Mercado Lanza that sell fresh fruits, vegetables and other foods.
See Also: Top Markets in La Paz, Bolivia
Shops
Below is a list of shops that are worth a look in La Paz
There are so many great shops to choose from in La Paz that it is hard to list them all. We need your help, if you been to La Paz and found a shop that other travelers should take a look at, share it below.
LAM 100% Alpaca
Located along the popular street Calle Sagarnaga, they sell good quality alpaca sweaters, ponchos and other items.
Location: Calle Sagarnaga #295
Ayni Bolivia
This is a Fair Trade shop, offering an incredible selection of high quality artisan goods, including beautiful alpaca knitwear, scarves, hats, wraps; as well as lovely jewelry pouches, jewelry, ceramic crafts, gorgeous handwoven table runners, handwoven baskets, and so much more. Being fair trade means every purchase benefits the artisans and their families because the artisans are paid a fair wage. Ayni Bolivia's work has alleviated poverty and helped artisans meet their families basic needs. Open Mon-Sat 9:30 to 18:30.
Location: Av. Illampu #704, Phone: +591 2 2457487
Artesanias Quechua
Located along the popular street Calle Sagarnaga, they sell wood products, masks, games, children clothes, and indigenous items.
Location: Calle Sagarnaga #340
Military Look
If you are planning to go to Salar de Uyuni or on a jungle trip, this shop could come in handy. Here they sell recycled ex-military gear at great prices. You can find backpacks, hats, camping gear, waterproof items and more.
Location: Calle Almirante Grau #165
Los Amigas del Libro
Located in the city center, this shop has a great selection of books in English & Spanish, including travel guides to Bolivia and other South American countries, maps, international magazines, etc.
Location: Calle Mercado #1315
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