Turin
Inside the modern Lingotto building, 8 Gallery has some 90 stores, plus a multi-screen cinema, supermarket, eclectic eateries and a post office.
Must-see shopping in Italy
Verona
Verona's main modern shopping mall boasts 100 shops and around 20 eateries. Take bus 61 to Viale delle Nazioni stop, or the 62 to Largo Perlar.
The Veneto
By the river in Este, this is one of the oldest ceramics factories in Europe, producing elaborate pieces and brightly coloured dinner services.
Cagliari
Head to this pocket-sized covered market to brush up on your italiano at stalls laden with fresh fruit, cheese, wine, meat and bread.
Riviera di Ponente
Outlet of large olive-oil producer that sells the staples of the Ligurian kitchen: olive oil, pesto, artichoke paste and olives themselves.
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Admire some of the world’s finest jewellery in the sumptuous windows of this luxury Italian jewel house and then enter if you dare.
Udine
This elegant 1940s covered shopping arcade links the market on Via Zanon with the historic centre and is lined with big-brand shops.
Verona
Italian bookshop with some books in English, maps of Verona, a stock of interesting posters and Lonely Planet guides in Italian.
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
For traditional handmade Italian women's shoes head to Barrilà, in business since 1954 and known for its classic designs.
Siena
Sells touristy ceramics and the wooden balls used in the Palio-inspired barberi, a uniquely Sienese child's game.
Sassari
Has a good selection of books on Sardinia as well as novels and non-fiction, mostly in Italian, and music on vinyl.
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
One of Italy's iconic menswear brands, Canali is knowns for its beautifully tailored suits and business shirts.
Santa Maria Novella
Established in Florence in 1970, Il Bisonte's handmade leather bags are now sold in stores across the world.
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
This gourmet shop sells foodstuffs from all over the world and also has cafe.
Duomo & Piazza della Signoria
Tourist kitsch and cheap leather in Florence's 16th-century market place.
Bay of Naples
Stocks great books and information on the area and has internet access.
Riomaggiore
One of several small grocers in Riomaggiore, the tiny Alimentari Franca has slightly better options than elsewhere. You'll find cheeses, nuts, antipasti,…
Ischia
This little shop has a small but sparkling range of exquisite jewellery, incorporating turquoise, amethyst, amber and coral. Prices are slightly lower…
Praiano
Sells cheese and cold cuts, as well as fruit and drinks; a useful place to stock up before embarking on the Sentiero degli Dei hiking trail.
Turin
This huge vintage shop has both high-end collectable pieces and good quality everyday finds if you're willing to put in the leg work.
