Must-see shopping in Western European Russia

Alkon Distillery

Veliky Novgorod

The Alkon distillery has been in operation for over 100 years, producing a range of infused vodka (honey, thyme, rosemary) and high-quality sadko vodka,…

Pryanik Museum & Shop

Western European Russia

Tula is renowned Russia-wide for its pryaniki (inscribed ginger cakes) and locals pack out this tiny bakery store-cum-cafe, stocking up on blocks of…

Salden's Beer Shop

Western European Russia

Tula's Salden's Brewery is one of provincial Russia's most respected craft-beer brewers and this tiny takeaway store is a great spot to pick up a couple…

Beer Logic

Western European Russia

Pop into this small takeaway shop by the river to get a plastic bottle filled with your choice of a range of Russian craft beer on tap (1L from R180). It…

Na Torgu

Veliky Novgorod

Small store selling Novgorod’s best selection of local arts and craft souvenirs, including woolen hats, jewellery and matryoshki. It has an art gallery…

Smolenskaya Izba

Western European Russia

Not only does this great little place sell souvenirs and craftwork, the likes of which you won't find elsewhere, but it allows visitors to have a go at…

Zadneprovsky Market

Western European Russia

Pick up fresh food and ogle the bustle at Smolensk’s main market.