548 Best Places to Shop in Italy

The most stylish of Venetians and visitors alike come here for women's and men's designer labels for every taste. Brands include Burberry, Fendi, Givenchy, Lanvin, Loewe, Moncler, and many others; be prepared to be wowed.

You'll find an extensive line of Florentine papers and paper products in this shop, where artisans also rebind and restore books.

Angela Caputi wows Florentine cognoscenti with her highly creative, often outsize, acrylic jewelry. A small but equally creative collection of women's clothing made of fine fabrics is also on offer.

Stop by this shop for top-quality local food products, including farro, dried porcini mushrooms, olive oil, and wine.

Bonajuto is the oldest chocolate producer in town, dating from 1880. This busy shop on Modica Bassa's main street lets you sample many varieties of their delightful product before you buy, and also makes renowned cannoli and candied orange peel. 

One of the oldest ceramics factories in Sicily, La Giara sells a bit of everything from souvenirs to more substantial pieces of art. In their impressive showroom, you will find every possible style of Sicilian ceramics, from basic terra-cotta to elaborate hand-painted Baroque designs as well as large pieces of furniture. Still run by the same family that originally founded the factory, the quality and artistry of the pieces are guaranteed by many generations of experience. They also ship worldwide.

Young artisans have taken over from renowned ebrù master Alberto Valese, a Turkish word meaning "cloudy" that refers to a technique used to decorate paper. They produce beautiful and one-of-a-kind marbled papers used to decorate books, baskets, folders, and other objects.

This just might be the world's most dramatic butcher shop. Here, amid classical music and lively conversation, owner Dario Cecchini holds court: while quoting Dante, he serves samples of his very fine sushi di Chianina (raw slices of Chianina beef gently salted and peppered). He has researched recipes from the 15th century, and sells pâtés and herb concoctions found nowhere else. Serious food enthusiasts should not miss the place.

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

All the one-of-a-kind clothes and bags on sale at this vintage-inspired boutique were designed and created by residents of the women's prison on Giudecca island.

Scarves and shawls for all come in myriad colors, textures, designs, and shapes. They've been a perennial favorite of Venetians and travelers alike since they opened in 1945.

Come here for men's trousers, cashmere sweaters, and shirts with details like mother-of-pearl buttons.

Specialty food stores and delicatessens abound in central Turin, but for a truly spectacular array of cheeses and other delicacies, this should be your first stop.

Founded in 1945, Brioni is hailed for its impeccably crafted menswear. Italy's best tailors create bespoke suits to exacting standards, measured to the millimeter and completely personalized from a selection of more than 5,000 spectacular fabrics. A single made-to-measure wool suit will take a minimum of 32 hours to make. The brand's prêt-à-porter line is also praised for peerless cutting and stitching. Past and present clients include Clark Gable, Barack Obama, and, of course, James Bond.

This retailer of modern and contemporary art, along with photography, puts together windows representative of the whole gallery.

If you love sweets then you'll be pleased with the selection of artisanal chocolates, marzipan delights, and gorgeous cakes. Creations become even more fanciful during Christmas and Easter.

Instead of sending a postcard home, why not send a letter written on sumptuous handmade Amalfi paper purchased from this shop? It also sells hand-bound leather journals in an extraordinary array of colors and sizes. There is a second location on Piazza Navona.

Opening its flagship shop near the Vatican in 1932, this gastronomic paradise has long been Rome's port of call for decadent delicacies from around the globe; there are now 13 locations throughout the city. Jonesing expats and study-abroad students pop in for local sweets, 300 types of tea, and even good old-fashioned Betty Crocker red velvet cake mix. If you need a pick-me-up, try the house-roasted espresso, which is some of the best coffee in Rome.

Contemporary visual artists who employ glass as their medium are featured by Caterina in her marvelous art gallery.

The store ships its Vietri-made and other hand-painted ceramics all over the world. Bargaining might result in a discount of 10% or even more if you have a talent for it. There are also opportunities for gaining hands-on experience at the showroom and workshop, a three-minute walk away in a courtyard at Via Roma 20.

At this shop opened in 1995, you can buy a bottle of colatura di alici (achovy sauce) and various types of tuna sott'olio amid a cornucopia of quality products sourced locally and from father reaches of the Mezzogiorno.

Husband-and-wife duo Andrea Ferolla and Daria Reina (he's a fashion illustrator, she's a photographer) curate a selection of clothes, bags, vintage jewelry, books, home decor, and anything else you might need in this cult favorite lifestyle-concept shop. Their signature fabric bags are designed to go from the plane straight to the beach club, and they regularly release collectible items featuring Ferolla's whimsical illustrations.

The official store of the Eurochocolate festival sells bars, truffles, dipped fruits, and more chocolate goodies year-round. There's also a second store at Corso Vannucci 2, as well as a location devoted to Perugina products at Piazza IV Novembre 26/28.

Sister shop of the nearby restaurant, this place is well worth visiting for its selection of vibrant house wares—stripy mugs, majolica ceramics, aprons, dishcloths—and stylish utensils including solid-wood chopping boards.

Here, you can grab a light lunch, piece of fruit, or some picnic supplies on a relatively light budget before or after shopping for limoncello, vino, and biscotti. Ask for a panino farcito, pick up a roll and choose a filling, and they'll fix you one on the spot.

This store has some of the best prices in the area for luxury items, such as Prada, Gucci, Lanvin, and Cavalli. DMAG has two other locations, at Via Forcella 13 and Via Bigli 4.

This fabulous duo has created an empire based on sultry designs for men and women. The gorgeous three-story flagship store features clothing for both, plus accessories.