What is the "'End of the world' souvenir overpricing" scam in Ushuaia?

Generic souvenirs and 'fin del mundo' or penguin-themed goods are sold at marked-up prices near the port and main street. Compare prices away from the port and buy from established shops.

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Other Tourist Scams in Ushuaia

Timeshares, fake police, charity fraud, and miscellaneous scams targeting visitors. 1 documented other scams scams in Ushuaia — how they work and how to avoid them.

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