Lappeenranta
Popular with Russians stocking up on cross-border shopping, this central mall has with over 60 stores and eateries, and also houses the main tourist…
Must-see shopping in Scandinavia
Bergen
Statisify your inner troll at this eccentric gem and crystal merchant, that stocks some stunning geological specimens from around Norway and further…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
Nostalgic Wanha Naantali Kauppa sells old-fashioned Finnish sweets, as well as magnets, signs, key chains, knick-knacks and all manner of silly souvenirs.
Copenhagen
Many locals avoid the touristy bars lining Nyhavn, instead buying their liquor from this small, seasonal convenience store and drinking it by the canal.
Häme
Iittala's outlet shop is huge. Most prices are the same as retail shops across the country, but there are a few bargain tables that are worth browsing.
Central Norway
Per Sverre creates ceramic sculptures and wall decorations, which range across themes as diverse as trolls and modern saxophone-bearing musicians.
Western Finnmark
This is the only place in Hammerfest where you can buy take-home wine and spirits. It's inside the Nissen Senter shopping complex.
Uppsala
Stop by this friendly corner store to stock up on new releases and get recommendations on a huge selection of books in English.
Oslo
Features designer clothing and beautiful glassware, stationery and watches within a stone's throw of the National Theatre.
Oslo
The largest bookshop in Norway stocks a good range of foreign-language titles as well as numerous travel guides and maps.
Oslo
A Skovveien stalwart, this shop has clothing, shoes and jewellery produced by Scandinavian and international designers.
Trondheim
Norway's largest bookshop chain has a downtown store with a terrific selection of books in English on the 2nd floor.
Glasmagasinet Department Store
Oslo
This iconic city department store dates back to 1899 and has a good range of Scandinavian brands you know you want.
Icelandic Handcraft & Wool Shop
The South
Features a vast array of handmade Icelandic wool items, from baby socks and mittens to cardigans, hats and scarves.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Family-made pottery with a distinctive Viking flair. It's open until around 3pm on some summer Saturdays.
The Golden Circle
Groceries, camping supplies and a fast-food counter serving hot dogs and burgers. ATM outside.
Akureyri
Forget your long johns? Here's the shop for outfitting for backcountry travel and sport.
Helsinki
This record shop buys and sells secondhand CDs and vinyl in every imaginable genre.
Reykjavík
This family-run design shop focuses on housewares, souvenirs and women's fashion.
Sofienberg, Grønland & Tøyen
A mostly Middle Eastern shopping centre, with a food court.
