Interlaken
One of the best chocolatiers in town. You'll find delectable bars, pralines and truffles, all attractively packaged.
Must-see shopping in Switzerland
Librairie-Galerie Bernard Letu
Geneva
Distinguished Old Town bookseller with a superb collection of large-format art books and other treasures.
Zürich
The Rosenhof crafts market springs to life at the beginning of March, transforming this charming and bright Old Town square into a bohemian trash and…
Zürich
An offshoot of the graphic-design shop next door, this quirky boutique is as much about fun as functionality. You'll find everything from art supplies to…
Zürich
As reflected in its German name (rough translation: 'one-of-a-kind pieces'), Einzelstück specialises in artsy objects imported from 30 countries around…
Geneva
This convivial Thursday-night food market hawks the likes of bread, wine and cheese for you to enjoy in a nearby park or on the banks of the lake. It's…
Geneva
Just south of Gare CFF de Cornavin, you'll find one of Geneva's best-known department stores, with its très popular in-house cafeteria, Manora.
Zürich
Aficionados of Italian- and Spanish-designed footwear (men's and women's) will love the carefully chosen selection at this stylish boutique near the…
Lausanne
On the first Friday of the month, the Place de la Palud fills with the stalls of local artisans and craftspeople selling original handmade arts and crafts…
Zürich
For over half a century, this independently run shop has devoted itself to procuring exquisite fossils and gemstones from Switzerland and elsewhere around…
Geneva
Geneva's main department store is also home to a top-notch food hall, packed out midweek with business suits and other working Genevans at lunchtime and…
Lausanne
Every Tuesday and Thursday, Lausanne's popular flea market hosts up to twelve large stalls hawking all manner of antiques, bric-a-brac and retro treasures.
Bern
Bursting with fresh produce and flowers, this colourful bi-weekly market fills the large square in front of Bern's parliament building.
Locarno
A wonderful collection of antiques, including jewellery, makes this place a great spot for collectors and the curious alike.
Zürich
Zürich's best travel bookshop carries everything from Lonely Planet guides (some in English) to Alpine hiking maps.
Geneva
Showcases an attractive collection of women's clothing from young designers in Switzerland, France and elsewhere.
Zürich
Good-quality, if touristy, souvenirs are found here, including fondue pots, forks, toys and classy handbags.
Zürich
This small gallery of contemporary jewellery displays works by a number of Swiss and international artists.
Chur
Check out the bright pottery at this hobbit-sized shop – from hand-thrown pots to polka-dotty teapots.
Mittelland
Langnau's special festive markets are held six times a year. Check the website for this year's dates.
Geneva
This colourful, creative kids' bookshop offers a small selection of English-language titles.
Geneva
Art-deco lamps, furniture and other 19th- and 20th-century objets d'art and curiosities.
