Puerto de Frutos
About
Puerto de Frutos is a popular and historically significant large marketplace located close to the main hub of the Tigre area. Visitors to the market can enjoy an abundance of affordable goods for sale, including handcrafted furniture, ornaments, leather goods, clothing, homemade produce, traditional handcrafts, antiques, and jewellery.
Why visit Puerto de Frutos Market?
During the week, not all stalls are open, but it's still worth a visit. The market truly comes to life on weekends when it has a vibrant atmosphere and is ideal for bargain hunting. Within the market, there are several eateries and waterside restaurants, providing a pleasant spot to relax and watch boats cruise by on sunny days.
Puerto de Frutos Market is open 9:00am to 7:00pm daily. But it is on the weekend afternoons that the market is in full flow with the majority of stall and shops open for trade.
Whilst in the area of Tigre, you may want to consider a day trip into the beautiful Tigre Delta.
Did You Know?
Puerto de Frutos was once a bustling port where fruit was brought and sold, hence its name which means "Port of Fruits."
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How to get to Puerto de Frutos Market:
By Train:
Take the Mitre Line from Retiro and disembark at Tigre Station. Puerto de Frutos Market is a 10-15 minute walk away.
Alternatively, take the Tren de la Costa from Maipu or Olivos Stations and get off at Delta Station. The market is within a 5-minute walk from the station.
By Bus:
Route 60.
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Address:
Calle Sarmiento 55, Tigre.
