Must-see shopping in Nicosia (Lefkosia)

  • Diachroniki Gallery

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    This collection of paintings, sculpture, etchings, antique maps and prints has been lovingly collected by owner Chris Kikas, who used to run a gallery in…

  • Collective

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Secondhand bliss. This is the number-one stop in Nicosia for lovers of vintage fashion, accessories and homewares. From funky industrial lighting and…

  • Ayios Antonios Municipal Market

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    This municipal market in the New City sports a small but select array of stalls selling fruit, veg, spices, bakery goods, cheeses and similar. There's…

  • Phaneromenis 70

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    The owner of this fascinating shop, Kyriaki, is an artist – and it shows in the quirky and quality crafts, textiles and artwork on sale here, including…

  • Chrysaliniotissa Crafts Centre

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    This small arts centre is worth dropping into for its display of Cypriot arts and crafts. Several workshops surround a central courtyard in a building…

  • Atelier D’Art

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Prepare to be impressed by the highly original pottery, including homewares, colourful mobiles and jewellery, created by master ceramicist Stavros. He…

  • Gatapou

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    With one of the more colourful shop windows you’ll find anywhere, Gatapou sells accessories, handmade kids’ toys and decorations, including slippers,…

  • Antiques

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    There's no actual name for this store crammed with retro tin trays, old vinyl, funky 1970s ceramics and ornaments, and more. If you love nothing more than…

  • Moufflon Bookshop

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Dating back to 1967, this bookshop has the largest selection of English-language books in Cyprus. There are loads of secondhand books, as well as hard-to…

  • Bakali

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Foodie treats ahoy. Head here for homemade and locally produced preserves, honey, olive oil, sweets, nougat, carob products and so much more, sourced from…

  • Ochi Market

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Get your five-plus a day here on Wednesdays when local farmers set up their fruit and vegetable stalls on Constanza Bastion.

  • Workshop Kalliroi

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    This tiny shop sells quirky, individual handcrafted pendant necklaces, earrings, chunky stone rings and funky bracelets.

  • Etsi Ki Allios

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Geometric Moroccan-style wall tiles and colourful, abstract teapots and homewares, all handmade and hand-painted.

  • Bomba

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Funky screen-printed clothes, homewares and accessories, plus some quirky and cute T-shirts and gifts for kids.

  • Cyprus Handicrafts Centre

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Get your Cypriot lace and embroidery at decent prices, as well as leatherwear, mosaics, ceramics and pottery. Even better, watch these products being made…

  • Astor

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Locally produced handmade sandals and boots with simple designs and quality leather are the standout items here, with prices starting from just €25. The…

  • Green Tree Supermarket

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    The best-stocked supermarket in the Old City area, with two floors of stock that includes both local and international brands.