An extensive collection of over thirty stands have turned this neighborhood warehouse into a lively flea market. Its dusty aisles are lined with costume jewelry, custom-made furniture, antique light fixtures, and original artwork. Be sure to visit to the antique stand run by Tony, one of the most established and charismatic vendors at the Mercado de las Pulgas. His antiques and, more notably, his custom-made wacky hats (decorated with all kinds of nostalgic bric-a-brac) have been attracting publicity for the past many years. The market’s wide variety of antique goods and its winding layout make this an excellent, if off-beat, way to spend an afternoon.
Surrounded by traditional artifact shops, Gabriel del Campo Anticuario, is one of the most visited shops for its antique collection. The store looks like a set of a period film, showcasing vintage statues, woodwork, chandeliers, period furniture and a lot more, that will effortlessly charm any art admirer. So when you are in the city, make Gabriel del Campo Anticuario one of your ten must visit places, you won’t regret it.
Shop from a wide range of products like kitchen toys, vintage suitcases, china tea sets, crystal glassware and lots more at the Gil Antiguedades, which has lasted for over 35 years. This antique store is owned by Hector Horacio and Maria Ines Gil. Here you will also find unique wedding and party dresses that are inspired from older antique ones. Shop for a piece of history from the eye catching Gil Antiguedades, in San Telmo.
Located in the heart of San Telmo, the antiquing Mecca of South America, Duggan Krause Antiques & Design has been a leader in the antique market with over 20 years in the industry. Well known on a local and international level, this three-floor building is filled with a wide array of artwork and home décor, including European paintings, antique furniture, chandeliers, glass sculptures, silver kitchenware, and much more. A destination store for antique lovers, the company is dedicated to both the buying and selling of art. - Alexandra Lazar
Nel 1871, quando ci fu lo scoppio della febbre gialla, le ville di questo quartiere, abbandonate dai loro ricchi padroni, furono occupate da povere famiglie, e divennero gli storici conventillos della città. Non fu fino al 1970 che un editto fu stipulato per proteggere la proprietà privata. Oggi il quartiere di San Telmo è un importante e popolare sito storico della città. I turisti si mescolano ai locali, in Plaza Dorrego, una delle più antiche della città, per il mercato dell'antiquariato e gli spettacoli di tango che hanno luogo la Domenica dalle 10 alle 18. All'angolo delle strade Independencia e Balcarce troverete il El Viejo Almacén, un locale tipico di tango.