Shopping in South Africa will be full of fun and excitement. Shopping in South Africa is infact one of the main things to do while you are on your trip to South Africa. The people of South Africa love to shop, so you will find many shopping arcades ranging from boutiques to giant chain stores located in here.
Shopping in South Africa include purchasing articles like designer clothes, perfume, electronic device or local handicrafts products. Some of the local craft products which can purchased while shopping in South Africa include embroidery works, basket ware, fantastic pots and intricate carvings.
While you are touring South Africa, you can purchase clothing ranging from designer clothing to sports wear. In the designer clothes of South Africa you can find a fusion of European trends as well African trends. You can also purchase electronic clothes in South Africa. If you are purchasing something from the street hawkers then it is advisable to bargain.
Shopping in South Africa also include purchasing platinum, diamonds and gold ornaments. Some of the popular jewelers in South Africa include:
- Uwe Koetter Jewelers
- Schwartz Jewelers
- Jenna Clifford Jewelers
South Africa boasts of numerous shopping plazas located in every nook and corner of the country. In Umhlanga close to Durban, there is the Gateway Shopping Center. This Gateway Shopping Centre is one of the largest shopping area of South Africa which covers a total area of 37 acres.
Shopping malls in Johannesburg, Gauteng include:
- Cresta Shopping Center
- Eastgate
- Killarney Mall
- Fourways Mall
- Melrose Arch
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Sandton City
- Montecasino
Shopping malls in Pretoria, Gauteng include:
- Hatfield Plaza
- Woodlands Boulevard
Shopping malls in Cape Town, Western Cape include:
- Canal Walk
- Cavendish Square
- Tyger Valley
- Bayside Centre
Shopping malls in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal include:
- Durban's Waterfront
- Midlands Mall
- The Pavillion
Shopping in South Africa also include paying a visit to the Flea markets.
The popular Flea Markets of South Africa include:
- Panorama Flea Market
- Rosebank Rooftop Markets
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