AlgheroShopping

Shopping in Alghero

  1. A

    Marogna

    Agostino Marogna has been working in the business for years and now owns the finest coral shop in Alghero, at Palazzo d'Albis.

    Their signature necklaces composed of big, round coral beads often take years to create. As there is only a certain amount of coral for sale each year, they often have to put these necklaces aside until the new season, when they have to hunt for exactly the same shade and quality of coral. One such necklace with beads measuring 11mm in diameter will set you back a cool around €11,000, rising to around €30,000 for beads measuring 13mm.

    Not everything in the shop is this expensive, and it's certainly worth a visit to see the sheer artistry of som…

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  2. B

    Salumeria del Centro

    This place is a veritable treasure chest of Sardinian goodies, ranging from typical foods through to a selection of wines and handicrafts.

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  3. Fresh Produce Market

    If you want to put your own meals together you can stock up on fresh produce at the market between Via Sassari and Via Cagliari.

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  4. C

    Market

    Self-caterers can stock up at Alghero’s weekday market between Via Sassari and Via Cagliari.

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  5. D

    Il Labrinto

    Has a good range of books (mostly in Italian) on all things Sardinian. Stocks English novels.

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  6. E

    Supermarket

    There’s a supermarket near the Giardini Pubblici.

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  7. F

    Libreria Ex Libris

    Has a nice selection of art books. Stocks English novels.

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  8. G

    3° Fuoco

    A broad range of pottery and ceramics is available here.

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