Located in the Coquimbo region, in summer it usually receives around 800,000 Argentine tourists, which greatly boosts sales.
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Despite the fluctuations of the Argentine economy. Chile remains a shopping hotspot for Argentine touristsand area Coquimbo It has been consolidated as one of the favorite destinations. During peak season, you receive around 800 thousand Argentine visitorsIts shopping centers are already preparing for a new wave of buyers.
“the The Argentines who came in January broke all records. “We have seen an impressive sales shock, especially in technology, clothing and white goods,” said Hernan Crespo, manager of Vivo Mall, in the heart of Coquimbo.
The shopping center is located in a strategic area that is ideal for spending a full day of walking and shopping. “Here you are in the center of CoquimboClose by are pirate ship tours that run along the coast English Quarter – with its attractive circle of bars – and imposition Cross of the third millenniumThe monument is 93 meters high and has unique views,” explained Crespo. The mall’s food court has free access to the terrace with stunning sea views.
The no less important fact is that the shopping center has Free access to the dining hall on the terrace, which enjoys stunning views of the coast. “They can arrive by bus without problem from the coast or La Serena. Although we don’t have any Security problemIt is very safe, you have to take care obviously as in any big city. But here, inside the mall, we have a lot of security,” said the shopping manager.
Shopping: Exclusive promotions and prices that motivate Argentines
Coquimbo has a great commercial offer, with… Shopping malls and top brand outletsAnd each space designs its own strategy. “For January 2026, we hope that the 2025 scenario will be repeated and even improved. We are preparing a sales campaign of up to 45% in supermarkets, which starts in December“Crespo said.
“Besides, we’ll get going Exclusive coupon book for Argentinianswith additional discounts, as part of the campaign “full bag”“Which targets products that we know are not readily available in Argentina,” he added.
To understand price differences, you have to take into account Exchange rate. In Chile, the dollar exists 940 Chilean pesoswhile in Argentina The official dollar of Banco Nación quotes in $1,445. To know the real prices that exist in Chilean territory, we must first know what change the prices will bring about. The most convenient thing is to use a credit card so that consumption is translated into Official dollarwhich must then be paid in Argentina in actual dollars or from our account in that currency to avoid taxes on purchases abroad.
For example, a product of 10,000 Chilean pesos, divided by 940 of that country’s dollar. It will be 10.63 USD. This is multiplied by $1,445 The official dollar in Argentinayou’ll end up paying $15,372.
Mobile phone prices in Chile
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Galaxy A56 5G: 360,000 Chilean pesos (Argentinean: $553,400)
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Galaxy A36 5G: 280,000 Chilean pesos (Argentinean: $430,425)
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iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB: 1,550,000 Chileans (2,380,000 Argentine dollars)
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iPhone 17 Pro Max 512GB: 1,820,000 Chileans (2,800,000 Argentine dollars)
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iPhone 17 Pro Max 1TB: 2,080,000 Chileans (3,200,000 Argentine dollars)
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iPhone 13 (most in demand among Argentines): 540,000 Chileans (830 thousand Argentine dollars)
Prices of sports shoes and clothing
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Classic Converse shoes: 80,000 Chileans (123,000 Argentine dollars)
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Adidas Duramo RC2 (Running): 65,000 Chileans (99,900 Argentine dollars)
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adidas flip flop: 20,000 Chileans (30,600 Argentine dollars)
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adidas sports shirts: 17,000 Chileans (26,100 Argentine dollars)
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adidas urban jerseys: 25,000 Chileans (38,400 Argentine dollars)
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Puma cotton t-shirts: 15,000 Chileans (23,000 Argentine dollars)
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Jeans: 21,000 Chileans (32,200 Argentine dollars)
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Shirts: 20,000 Chileans (30,600 Argentine dollars)
Prices at H&M, one of the most sought after stores
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Women’s shirts: 17,000 Chileans (26,100 Argentine dollars)
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Short sleeve top: From 9000 Chileans (13,800 Argentine dollars)
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Women’s blazer (for sale): 12,000 Chileans (18,400 Argentine dollars)
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Women’s shirts for sale: 10,000 Chileans (15,372 Argentine dollars)
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jean woman: 12,000 Chileans (18,400 Argentine dollars)
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pull over: From 7000 Chileans (10,700 Argentine dollars)
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embroidered top: From 9000 Chileans (13,800 Argentine dollars)
Offers at Coquimbo outlets
The area also has Two large outlets from top brandslocated in the central region, is one of the most desired options by Argentine tourists.
he Director Peñuelas’ courtyardLocated between Coquimbo and La Serena, it is one of the most visited areas. There they were found Stores like Cannon, Rosen, Levi’s, O’Neill, Dockers, and Reebok.
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Levi Divers with 50% discount: 22,000 Chileans (33,800 Argentine dollars)
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3×2 offers on jeans: Average 40,000 Chileans (61 thousand Argentine dollars)
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Levi’s Short Sleeve T-Shirts (40% off): 18,000 Chileans (27,100 Argentine dollars)
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Volcom shirts: 13,000 Chileans (19,400 Argentine dollars)
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Best Jeans Brands (For Sale): From 8000 Chileans (12,000 Argentine dollars)
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Basic shirts: 4000 Chileans (6,100 Argentine dollars)
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1.5 seater jackets: 23,000 Chileans (33,200 Argentine dollars)
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2.5 seater jackets: 34,000 Chileans (49,000 Argentine dollars)
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1.5 seat gun sheets: 27,000 Chileans (41,500 Argentine dollars)
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2.5 seater cannon sheets: 39,000 Chileans (60 thousand Argentine dollars)
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Stanley limited edition thermos: 50,000 Chileans (76,800 Argentine dollars)