It is a fact that one of the greatest pleasures of life is shopping, even more when you are on holiday. Who does not want to go back home after their holidays with beautiful gifts that best depict the culture of the place visited, or with original or uncommon souvenirs. You can have it all in Mendoza. The province has a really attractive commercial offer, spread over a wide area that goes from the most modern shopping centers to the most charming craft fairs. So, what’s best than to stay in one of Mendoza 5 stars hotel, and go back home, perhaps with a case of the finest wines of world, got at ridiculous low prices.

In the capital city, there is a shopping neighborhood, where you will find many shops that sell Argentine typical products, mainly wood and leather crafted, as traditional "mates" (recipient to drink this infusion).Though you might not be much of a fan of mate yourself, they are still nice object to posses: there are some pieces which are real pieces of art, made of carved wood, silver and even gold. If you feel like going to a big mall, the Mendoza Palmares Open Mall and the Shopping Plaza are the places to visit. There, you will not only find great souvenirs to buy, but also dining and entertainment. You will also find all major brands of clothing, decor and electronics.

Apart from these big malls proposal, the main galleries of the downtown area competing to offer the latest products. Popular fairs are another place that must be visited. The street stalls abound in the capital and in big city such as San Rafael.

Another highlight of Mendoza city is the Central Market, a place not to be missed. It will most certainly appeal to anyone willing to be fascinated by the incredible range of regional products from Mendoza, Argentina and even abroad. Local delicacies, spirits, chocolates, preserved olives and many other Argentine treats can be found in the many small shops that crowd the commercial area.

If you want to find the best handicraft objects, Plaza Independencia fair is the place to go. The popular craft market, however, especially folk crafts, is the ideal place to stock up on handmade blankets, ponchos, leather goods and the famous La Laguna Huanacache baskets. Finally, nothing beats a stroll through the concentration of Guaymallén fairs and Godoy Cruz, important points of agricultural trade in the area to ensure the acquisition of craft products such as fresh and natural. Spend you next vacations at the Diplomatic Hotel and get ready to go home as a true "Gaucho".