Puerto AyoraShopping

Shopping in Puerto Ayora

  1. Shopping

    Every imaginable item has been covered with a Galápagos logo and is on sale in Puerto Ayora. Cute and kitschy T-shirts are available everywhere. The profits from gifts and clothes sold at the Charles Darwin Research Station go to support the institution, and the national park boutique is the only place to get things emblazoned with its logo.

    Avoid buying objects made from black coral, turtle and tortoise shell. These threatened species are protected, and it is illegal to use these animal products for the manufacture of novelties.

    Stock up on sunblock, insect repellent, toiletries, film and medications on the mainland. These are available in Puerto Ayora, but selection is …

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  2. Galería Aymara

    Galería Aymara is a high-end artists’ boutique selling uniquely designed handicrafts, jewelry and ceramics. Avoid buying objects made from black coral, turtle and tortoise shell – these threatened species are protected and it is illegal to use these animal products for the manufacture of novelties.

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  3. Proinsular Supermarket

    Food, beer, wine, toiletries, sun block and other necessities are available at the Proinsular Supermarket near the water-taxi pier.

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