Must-see shopping in Bucharest

  • Cărtureşti Carusel

    Bucharest

    This impressive branch of the Cărtureşti chain of books and gifts is located in an opulent, restored early-20th-century shopping emporium in the Historic…

  • Museum of the Romanian Peasant Gift Shop

    Bucharest

    For beautifully woven rugs, table runners, national Romanian costumes, ceramics and other local crafts, don’t miss the excellent folk-art shop at the…

  • Cărturești & Friends

    Bucharest

    This delightful cafe-cum-art-gallery hosts the microgallery of Studio Receptor, showcasing original Romanian illustrations, and the Cărturești bookstore…

  • Vinexpert

    Bucharest

    Beautiful, well-stocked wine shop with a comprehensive selection of Romanian and foreign wines, plus knowledgable salespeople to help you sort it out. In…

  • Cărtureşti Verona

    Bucharest

    This bookshop, music store, tearoom and funky backyard garden is a must-visit. Amazing collection of design, art and architecture books, as well as…

  • AFI Palace Cotroceni

    Bucharest

    The city's biggest and nicest mall, with lots of top-end shops and brands, plus an indoor skating rink, children's playground and IMAX cinema.

  • Târgul Vitan-Bârzești

    Bucharest

    A sprawling flea market operates here, southeast of the centre, on Sundays till 4pm. Come early to get the best deals on everything from antique jewellery…

  • Strada Hanul cu Tei

    Bucharest

    The little courtyard Strada Hanul cu Tei is a hidden passageway in the Historic Centre with a few art galleries and art supply and antique shops. Enter…

  • Piața Obor

    Bucharest

    For an authentic Romanian experience, head to Piața Obor, the biggest market in Bucharest. It’s the best place to shop for fruits and vegetables, as well…

  • Ethic Wine

    Bucharest

    Impressive wine shop and tasting room, featuring some of the best Romanian wines as well as a carefully chosen list of international producers. Labels…

  • Madison

    Bucharest

    Madison is an upscale perfume shop selling high-end personal-care products and made-to-measure scents.

  • Unirea Shopping Centre

    Bucharest

    This sprawling shopping centre has a handy location just as you exit the Piaţa Unirii metro station. There's a grocery store in the basement, and ground…

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