The Southern Andes and Lake Titicaca

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  • 1. Alvaro Valdivia antiques

    Antiques & Collectibles

    Set next to Las Gringas and the Chaqchao Chocolates factory, the boutique of collector Alvaro Valdivia is filled with orderly stacks that are a mix of old goods and new, including vintage photo replicas, brass antiques, locks, old cameras, coins, Peruvian rugs, and Pucará bulls. It's open from 9 am to 10 pm everyday and can ship everywhere in six days via DHL.

    Santa Catalina 204, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    959-205–699
  • 2. Andesgear

    Sporting Goods

    If you get caught without the right layer of outdoor wear, your hiking boots are falling apart, you need a new backpack, or you just feel the need for a new fleece, this is the place to go.

    Calle Santa Catalina 210, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-418–644
  • 3. Arte Colonial

    Antiques & Collectibles

    The two rooms of this shop are packed with a staggering array of dusty, authentic antiques that includes colonial furniture, paintings, jewelry, carvings, and more.

    Santa Catalina 312 int.4, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054- 214–887
  • 4. Claustros de la Compañia

    Shopping Centers/Malls

    One of the best things about shopping in colonial cities is you get to do it in beautiful historic buildings. As you wander through the connected courtyards of the Claustros de la Compañia you'll find a variety of small shops with unique wares. Some of these will also have larger outlets located a little outside of the center so be sure to ask if you find pieces that you really like.

    General Morán 118, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
  • 5. Galeria artes del Colca

    Souvenirs

    This colorful shop sells a wide range of cool local souvenirs—including postcards,wood engravings, handmade books, fabrics, and jewelry—all produced by many talented local artists.

    Salaverry 129, Chivay, Arequipa, Peru
    51-959–224–570
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  • 6. Kuna

    Clothing

    With shops in Lima, Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco, this is one of the go-to destinations in Peru for alpaca scarves, gloves, socks, sweaters, and jackets.

    Santa Catalina 210, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-282–485
  • 7. La Casona Parodi

    Clothing

    In this colonial building, a few small, high-end shops sell alpaca sweaters, jewelry, and handicrafts.

    Jr. Lima 394, Puno, Puno, Peru
  • 8. Mallkini Alpaca Sanctuary

    Clothing

    Mallkini has a mission: to sell fine alpaca products and give 5% of each purchase to the Mirasol boarding school for disadvantaged Andean children.

    Santa Catalina 118, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-202–525
  • 9. Mercado Artesanal

    Crafts

    Model reed boats, small stone carvings, and alpaca-wool articles are among the local crafts sold near the Port at Puno's Mercado Artesanal. If you find you aren't dressed for Puno's chilly evenings, it's the place to buy inexpensive woolen goods but the cheaper they are, the more likely they are a blend with synthetics, though they will still keep you warm. Open 8–6. Make sure you know where your wallet or purse is while you're snapping a photo of the colorful market.

    Av. Simon Bolivar and Jr. El Puerto, Puno, Puno, Peru
  • 10. Mercado Central

    Market

    If you're looking for some fresh produce, Andean cheeses, flowers, or bulk food, stroll through the Mercado Central. Keep a close guard on your belongings.

    Jr. Tacna between Jr. F. Arbulu and Jr. Oquendo., Puno, Puno, Peru
  • 11. Mundo Alpaca

    Crafts

    The Michell Group, the umbrella company of Sol Alpaca, also owns this tourist-friendly upscale boutique. In addition to an inventory of high-quality fabrics and clothes, there's a petting zoo with alpacas and llamas, an art gallery, and a textile museum.

    Alameda San Lázaro 101, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-202–525
  • 12. Patio del Ekeko

    Shopping Centers/Malls

    If you're looking for good-quality gifts and souvenirs, head to this shopping complex, which has a branch of alpaca store Kuna, Illaria silver, an artisanal foodstuff shop, and more.

    Mercaderes 141, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-215–861
  • 13. Sol Alpaca

    Clothing

    The Michell Group's Sol Alpaca has gone haute couture, constructing fine-quality knits and helping Peru make its mark on the international fashion scene.

    Santa Catalina 120 A, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-221–454
  • 14. Alpa Wool

    Textiles/Sewing
    Closed Permanently

    If you're looking for baby alpaca yarn, this store carries a small selection that's high-quality at a low price.

    Santa Catalina 120-B, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-220–992
  • 15. Casa de la Mujer Artesano

    Crafts
    Closed Permanently

    Unique, artisan-made handicrafts that you won't find anywhere else are the focus of this women's cooperative store that employs several hundred women living in poverty in the provinces of Puno, Lampa, and San Roman. Using high-quality alpaca fibers, they knit scarves, shawls, gloves, and toys.

    Jr. Puno 645, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-364–196
  • 16. Jenny Duarte

    Clothing
    Closed Permanently

    Come here for fine dresses from a French-trained local designer who doesn't shy away from using alpaca and other regional fibers. Her designs are now being sold in Lima, Paris, and Monaco.

    Claustros de la Compañia, General Morán 118, Tienda 20-A, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-241–448
  • 17. Kuna

    Clothing
    Closed Permanently

    For upscale alpaca clothing head to this branch of the Peruvian retail chain.

    Jr. Lima 401, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-366–050
  • 18. L. Paulet

    Clothing
    Closed Permanently

    Stop here for high-quality, reasonably priced jewelry and alpaca clothing. They also have a larger showroom in the Cayma neighborhood.

    Claustros de la Compañia, General Morán 118, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-287–786
  • 19. Q'ori Ch'aska

    Closed Permanently

    At this small store you'll find ceramics and jewelry.

    Jr. Lima 435, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-364–148

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