8 Best Places to Shop in Santa Croce, Florence

Candles, soaps, and other heavenly products for the body and house may be found in this shop, which is set in a Renaissance palace.

It's possible to strike gold at this lively market, where clothing stalls abut those with fruits and vegetables.

Leatherworkers ply their trade at Scuola del Cuoio (Leather School), a consortium in the former dormitory of the convent of Santa Croce. High-quality, fairly priced jackets, belts, and purses are sold here.

This salumeria shrink-wraps its own high-quality pork products, making it a snap to take home some salame di cinghiale (wild boar salami). It's also known for its exceptional prosciutto.

One of Florence's best art-book shops has an outstanding selection.

The two women who run Oreria create divine designs using silver and semiprecious stones.

Stop in here for exquisite (and exquisitely crafted) leather picture frames, jewelry boxes, and desk accessories.

Traditional Tuscan terra-cotta and ceramic vases, pots, and cups and saucers are on offer at this shop.