A gorgeous old mansion and courtyard serve as the setting for impeccably curated books, perfumes, homewares, and kitchen goods — not to mention a bar, patisserie, library, and florist. 

A 70-year-old family business has been revamped and modernized by the younger generation. Brightly colored artisan soaps come in a range of contemporary scents including green tea and chocolate.

A tiny kitchen shop carrying handmade ceramics, enamelware, and their own line, which includes a darling selection of French-inspired hand towels.

A sweet stationery and gift shop that mixes classic and modern design. Nab a few of the vegetable soaps from Tintha’s eponymous spa line and a notebook to remind you of your travels.

Down a hidden passageway lined with potted topiaries and nickel lanterns lies one of the city’s most charming home goods stores. Stock up on scented candles and stop for a pot of tea at nearby Tealosophy.

Every Sunday morning through late afternoon, Plaza Dorrego fills with stalls of antiques and bric-a-brac. Head to the main hall for less touristy goods and stick around after closing for tango in the square and a cafe cortado at Bar Plaza Dorrego.

A luxury chocolatier named for the female heroine of a Russian fairytale and run by third-generation chocolate makers. Flavors include pirámide de papúa, made with a velvety ganache, and 71-percent cocoa Peruvian truffles. It’s hard to leave with only a few, especially when you see their exquisite red toile wrapping.

For a splurge-worthy souvenir, pick up an exquisite perfume tucked in a handmade wooden box wrapped in a historic map of Patagonia. Scents range from glaciers and ice to the imagined smell of Darwin's cabin as he began writing Origin of Species.

A truly special bookstore inside a 1914 performing arts theater. Cozy up with a book in a theater box and marvel at the original balconies and frescoed ceilings.