Must-see shopping in Chişinău

  • Fantezie

    Chişinău

    With a prime central location in the marvellous city hall building, this is the best all-around place for souvenirs. In addition to the standard maps,…

  • Carpe Diem

    Chişinău

    This small, private wine shop and bar is one of the best places in town to purchase and taste Moldovan wine. Specialises in smaller wineries, and the late…

  • Mândria

    Chişinău

    At once traditional and contemporary, Mândria represents the best of national-inspired fashion in Chişinău. Embroidered men's shirts and women's dresses…

  • Kishinǒsky Arbat

    Chişinău

    Chişinău's own 'Arbat' is a row of souvenir vendors next to the Organ Hall. You'll find the usual Soviet trinkets, traditional textiles, bags, Putin T…

  • Mileştii Mici

    Chişinău

    The outlet store for the Mileştii Mici wine cellars. Table wine is sold from a tap; a 1L refill is 13 lei.

  • Galeria L

    Chişinău

    Galeria L is a treasure trove of paintings by local artists and hosts occasional exhibitions. Also has a few souvenirs crafted by local artists.

  • Cricova Shop

    Chişinău

    The venerable winery sells good bottles of wine for as little as 35 lei, plus Bessarabia sparkling wine.

  • Librarius

    Chişinău

    Carries a good range of maps, postcards, a few souvenirs, plus excellent picture books of Moldova.

  • Flower Market

    Chişinău

    Delightful open-air flower market that runs along the northwestern edge of Parcul Catedralei.