548 Best Places to Shop in Italy

Although based in Florence, Ferragamo is also beloved by Neapolitans who appreciate fine Italian taste and craftsmanship when it comes to footwear, bags, and belts, as well as clothing.

Fans of the brand will think they have died and followed the white light when they enter the Ferragamo stores, where shoes and handbags are displayed on pillars like jewels. The Florentine design house also has ready-to-wear clothes, scarves, and ties. Men's styles are found at Via dei Condotti 65, women's at 73/74. Its splendid luxury Portrait Suites Hotel is on the upper floors.

The area around the Gothic church of Sant'Anastasia has a smattering of antiques shops, some catering to serious collectors. Head to San Zeno on the first Sunday of the month for the Mercato dell'Antiquariato fair on the piazza.

The second Sunday of every month brings the Oltrarno Arts and Crafts Market in Piazza Santo Spirito with clothing, antiques, and homewares. On the third Sunday of the month, vendors at the La Fierucola in the piazza sell such delectables as honeys, jams, spice mixes, and fresh vegetables.

Drop into this shop opposite the port for Sardinian food products, including local wines, artisanal biscuits, pecorino cheeses, carasau flatbread, honey, and olives. There's a great range of items, and the English-speaking staff are always willing to help you out.

Here you can find anything it's conceivably possible to make that smells and tastes of the venerable limone—be sure to ask if the product you want really contains the bulbous sfusato amalfitano.

This California girl, a long-term resident of Florence, crafts one-of-a-kind jewelry in an atelier.

Here you'll find a fully stocked selection of religious gifts: everything from rosaries and crosses to religious artwork and Pope memorabilia. Founded in 1898, this family business provides a place for pilgrims to pick up a souvenir from the Holy See and also specializes in mosaics. There's another location at the Self-Service Restaurant in Piazza del Sant'Uffizio, 6/7. Both locations are closed on Sunday afternoon.

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

SBU stands for Strategic Business Unit, a hip menswear label created by the Perfetti brothers in 1993. Just as their last name suggests, the jeans, casual clothing, shoes, and other sportswear sold here are just plain perfetti. Set in a 19th-century former draper's workshop, this is the store where Rome's VIPs buy their soft and supple vintage Japanese denim. The label also does well among A-listers in Paris, London, and Los Angeles.

Friendly owners run this down-to-earth midsize wine store.

What distinguishes family-owned and -operated Scheggi di Arlecchino is that many of their masks are inspired by the works of famous painters, including Picasso, Klimt, and de Chirico, to name but a few.

Whether you're looking for fancy opera gloves or for a fashionable but warm pair to get you through the winter, Sermoneta has a vast selection. Browse through stacks of hand-stitched nappa leather, deerskin, and cashmere-lined capybara gloves in all colors. You can also head upstairs for a custom fitting and then have your gloves personalized with your own initials, logos, or other designs.

This little shop is known for jewelry crafted from authentic ancient Roman coins. There are also unique items like micro-mosaics from the Vatican school and small silver figurines inspired by Rome's many fountains, among other home decor pieces.

Siena has been famous for centuries for its fine embroidery work, and Bruna Brizza continues the tradition in her tiny shop. Hand stitching, usually on simple white and cream-color linen, adorns lamp shades, tablecloths, and other housewares.

Solid, large-piece jigsaw puzzles (painted or in natural wood colors) depict animals, views of Venice, and trompe l'oeil scenes. Ideal for toddlers, the puzzles also look nice hanging on a wall.

A Procida institution since 1967, this store stocks electronics and ceramics.

Have decorator envy? Head to the flagship store for Limonta, one of Italy's most prestigious and historical textile brands. Here, everything from table linens to duvet covers is made using the rarest and most sought-after fabrics in soft, calming colors. Look for comfy robes and other loungewear as well.

Mere steps from the Accademia, stocked with elegant yet understated fashion, this small shop will dress you for virtually any occasion. A coat, some slippers, a dress, a silk blouse, even a simple piece of jewelry or scarf from here will make your ordinary outfits sing. It's like having your own personal stylist.

Sperlari and parent company Fieschi have grown into a confectionery empire, but it all started at this handsome shop, which has been selling Cremona's famous nougat and its best mostarda (a spicy-sweet condiment made of candied fruit in a syrup with mustard mixed in) since 1836. While shopping for these items—as well as teas, marmalades, and other Italian delights—be sure to check out the historical product display at the back of the store.

This gallery, along with its branch in Capri, exhibits a mixed bag of eye-popping contemporary art by Italian and international artists.

For exquisite, vibrantly colored handmade glass and a meeting with the artist Stefano and his wife, Nicoletta, seek out the serene convent cloister of the Santi Cosma e Damiano. Call in advance to make sure the studio is open.

This kiln and painting studio, 5 km (3 miles) south of Radda in Chianti, produces exquisite (and expensive) hand-painted ceramic objects, including plates, bowls, and candlesticks. The firm ships anywhere in the world and keeps its customers' information on file. If you break a plate or want to buy more, they'll know exactly what your pattern is.

Part concept store, part luxury boutique, Sugar brings the latest offerings from Italian and international designers to Arezzo's sleepy streets in one of the city's most beautiful Baroque palazzi. 

In business for more than 100 years and beloved by many Italians, Superga sells timeless sneakers in classic white or a rainbow of colors. The 2750 model has been worn by everyone from Kelly Brook to the Princess of Wales. There is another location on Via di Campo Marzio.

For all your caftan needs—the effortlessly stylish uniform of summer—the team at Tacchi Dadi e Datteri has you covered. Breezy linen dresses form the heart of their offerings, but you'll also find breathable button-downs, men's seersucker swim trunks, and colorful alpargatas that are Sicily's chic answer to Tom's slip-ons. There are also branches in Filicudi and Stromboli.

First opened in 1867 and listed with the Associazione Negozi Storici di Roma (Association of Historic Shops of Rome), Tebro is a classic Roman department store that specializes in high-quality linens and sleepwear. You can even find those 100% cotton, waffle-weave bath sheets that are synonymous with luxe Italian hotels.

At her eponymous shop, Danish designer Tina Sondergaard creates beautiful dresses, skirts, and other clothes with 1950s-inspired silhouettes and bold, colorful prints in premium fabrics. She will personally tailor her designs to fit you like a glove.

This dressmaker creates beautiful bespoke clothing.

This leather-goods leader sells luxury handbags as well as a variety of shoes for men and women. It also offers men's and women's clothing.