Buenos Aires has its own rhythm when it comes to shopping hours, and Sundays can be a bit tricky depending on what kind of shop you’re after. Here’s the breakdown:
🛍️ Shops in Buenos Aires on Sundays #
1. Shopping Malls #
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Open daily, including Sundays, usually from 10 AM or 12 PM until 8–10 PM.
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Popular malls: Alto Palermo, Abasto Shopping, Patio Bullrich, Galerías Pacífico.
👉 Best bet if you want guaranteed shopping on a Sunday.
2. Supermarkets #
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Large chains (Carrefour, Disco, Coto, Jumbo, Día): open on Sundays, often until 8 or 9 PM.
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Smaller neighborhood almacenes (convenience shops) may close earlier or open half-day.
3. Street Markets (Ferias) #
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San Telmo Market (Feria de San Telmo): Sunday highlight – antiques, crafts, street performers.
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Recoleta Artisan Market: weekends, especially lively Sundays.
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Mataderos Fair: Sundays only (folklore, crafts, traditional food).
4. Regular Shops (Clothing, Boutiques, Small Businesses) #
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Many independent shops close Sundays, or open just half-day.
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Tourist-heavy areas (Florida Street, Palermo Soho boutiques) → more likely to open on Sundays, especially in the afternoon.
5. Pharmacies #
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Open on Sundays, but:
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Some keep limited hours.
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There’s always at least one 24-hour “farmacia de turno” per neighborhood.
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✅ Quick Takeaway #
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Yes: Malls, supermarkets, tourist markets, pharmacies.
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Maybe: Independent boutiques (depends on area).
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No: Many local businesses and offices.
👉 On a Sunday, the best shopping options are malls + ferias (markets).
