Shopping in Slovenia
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Katarina Silk
Silk scarves so fine they'll pass through a ring and unique costume jewellery.
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Čipka Art 2000
Idrija lace is among the finest in the world, and a small piece makes a great gift or souvenir. There are two places almost side by side in the main square worth a look, including Studio Koder, a very stylish shop diagonally across the lace-making school, and Čipka Art 2000 , a larger place but with a smaller selection of lace.
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Studio Koder
Idrija lace is among the finest in the world, and a small piece makes a great gift or souvenir. There are two places almost side by side in the main square worth a look, including Studio Koder, a very stylish shop diagonally across the lace-making school, and Čipka Art 2000, a larger place but with a smaller selection of lace.
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Skrina
This is the best shop - bar none - for distinctly Slovenian (and affordable) folk craft, like Prekmurje black pottery, Idrija lace, beehive panels with folk motifs, decorated heart-shaped honey cakes, painted Easter eggs, Rogaška glassware, colourful bridal chests and colourful stepped stools.
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Ptujska Vinska Klet
One of the largest cellars in Slovenia, this is the place to go if you want to buy wine, especially local tipple such as Haloze Chardonnay, Šipon or Laški Rizling. The cellar also stocks Zlata Trta, the 'Golden Vine' sweet wine dating from 1917 and the oldest vintage in Slovenia.
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Darila Rokus
Rokus Gifts - This stunning shop is the main outlet for a company manufacturing high-end glassware and crockery designed by the likes of Oskar Kagoj and Zora Stančič, reproductions of Plečnik's sketches and Trubar's original catechism, fine folk art and vintage wines.
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Wine Cellars of Slovenia
Wine Cellars of Slovenia (Vinske Kleti Slovenije) If you're serious about wine this enormous wine cellar and restaurant north of Centre is for you. It has a selection of 800 wines, most of which are Slovenian.
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Ljubljanček
This small souvenir shop in the Grand Hotel Union Executive specialises in products and souvenirs with distinct Ljubljana motifs. It also stocks local guides and English-language newspapers and periodicals.
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Vino Boutique
This small wine boutique located in a narrow passageway may not have as much choice as the Wine Cellars of Slovenia but it's more central, and the owners are well informed and helpful.
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Musikalje
Musikalje is an atmospheric shop near the Križanke is the place in Ljubljana for classical music, scores and instruments. Don't buy a piano - it will be hard to get on the plane.
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Covered Market
To the west of the open-air markets opposite the cathedral, the covered market on the ground floor of the Seminary has a superb range of meats, charcuterie, fish and dairy products.
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Galerija Fortuna
Packed into this lovely shop are some really beautiful antiques, especially glassware from the 1920s and other delightful Art Nouveau treasures. Prices are pretty reasonable too.
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Mercator Supermarket
You'll find a large Mercator Supermarket almost opposite the Banka Celje to the northeast. There's a more central Mercator at Prešernova ulica 1, next to the Hotel Evropa.
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Torbice Grošelj
Located in the Old Town where there is a growing number of designer shops, Torbice Grošelj sells handbags by designer Marjeta Grošelj in top-quality leather.
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ArtGlass Atelje
ArtGlass Atelje specialises in stunning functional and glass pieces by master craftsman Tomaž Miletič. The only dilemma is getting it home in one piece!
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Piranske Soline
Piranske Soline: An interesting shop in the Old Town selling bath sea salts to relax the weary traveller. Sells other locally made products from Sečovlje.
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Studio Irma Vončina
This gallery studio nestled in the Old Town stocks some of the finest lace you'll find in Slovenia outside Idrija. A great nook for seekers of local crafts.
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Spin Vinyl
A sizeable collection of old vinyl and CDs complements the newer stuff, which is a mix of alternative rock and dance music, both local and international.
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Almira Sadar
On offer at Almira Sadar are uniquely patterned women's foundation pieces and accessories in natural materials from one of Slovenia's leading designers.
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Annapurna
If you've forgotten your sleeping bag, ski poles, hiking boots, climbing gear or rucksack, this shop in Krakovo can supply you with most (or all) of it.
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Rustika
This attractive gallery and shop, with wooden floors and a really 'rustic' feel, is conveniently located in Ljubljana Castle and is good for folk art.
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Kamen Gallery
This shop specialises in quality Slovenian folk craft of ceramics, wood and glass. The selection of beehive panel reproductions is phenomenal.
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Butanoga
Now we've seen shoes and we've worn shoes but we've never - ever - seen anything like these beauties by Matjaž Vlah. Judge for yourself.
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Akultura
Akultura retails skirts, jackets and gloves in beautiful multicoloured, butter-soft leathers. In summer, silk apparel makes an appearance.
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Mercator Supermarket
In the Imam shopping centre west of the centre. There is a smaller Mercator at Cesta 4 Maja 50, diagonally opposite the tourist office.
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