As in any significant city in Italy, the streets of Venice are full of shop signs, and luring travelers inside. And how can one resist here, when sparkling jewelry, masks, shoes and impeccably dressed mannequins flaunt on each shop window? In general, Venice cannot be called the best place for shopping in Italy; there are cities that are much more attractive for this purpose. But if you are here, then BlogoItaliano tried to find places that are definitely useful to you.
Shopping areas in Venice
In the historical part of Venice, there are mostly single boutiques, family shops and workshop shops. Large shopping centers and outlets are located outside the archipelago - on the mainland. Therefore, if you are very serious about shopping in Venice, it is better to go there.
The focus of outlets of all stripes and calibers in old Venice is the so-called Mercury district, which stretches from Piazza San Marco to the Rialto Bridge. Here you can find literally everything: from clothes and shoes to interior items and unique designer products. Well, there’s nothing to even say about souvenirs: they are just mountains here.
In the historical part of Venice there are boutiques, family shops and shops
Clothing and shoe stores
The most fashionable streets of the city are Calle Larga XXII Marzo and Calle Seconda de l'ascension. Brands that do not need to be presented are holding their stores on them: Chanel, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Prada, Valentino, Hermes, Max Mara and others.
Fratelli Rossetti produces shoes, bags and outerwear in leather and fur
More affordable brands can be found on Strada Nova. Some shops and boutiques worth paying attention to.
Segalin
Shoe boutique owned by the Segalin family. Their workshop has been shoeing the townspeople and visitors for over 70 years. The store is located on the mainland - in the satellite city of Venice - Mestre at Via S. Pio X, 30
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 9: 00-12: 30, 15: 30-19: 30, Sat: 9: 00-12: 30, 15: 00-18: 00
How to get there: to the Mestre Centro B1 stop (4L bus) or to the Mestre Centro B4 stop (6E bus)
Bottega Venetta shoes and bags are known and valued around the world.
Fratelli rossetti
The store is a well-known Italian brand that produces fine shoes, bags and outerwear made of leather and fur. Located in Venice at 1477 S. Marco
Bottega Veneta
Shoes and bags of this brand have long been known and appreciated throughout the world. Store address in Venice: Salizada S. Moisè, 1473, not far from Piazza San Marco.
Shopping centers in Venice
T fondaco dei tedeschi
One of the few shopping centers in the old city. It is located in the palace of Fondaco dei Tedeschi on the banks of the Grand Canal, near the Rialto Bridge. It is worth visiting if not for shopping, then at least for the atmosphere of this historical place. By the way, there is also an observation deck on the roof of the building.
Address: Calle del Fontego dei Tedeschi, Rialto Bridge
Opening hours: daily 10: 00-20: 00
Fondaco dei Tedeschi Shopping Center is located in the palace of the same name
Coin excelsior
Another fairly large shopping center in historic Venice is near the Rialto Bridge. On several floors are located both expensive brands and the middle price category. In addition to the wardrobe, you can update both the cosmetic bag and the interior of the house: there are many shops for every taste. A very nice and necessary option is an instant VAT refund, the item is located directly in the shopping center.
Address: Cannaregio 5787
Opening hours: daily 10: 00-20: 00
Coin mestre
Another shopping center of the Coin network, but already on the mainland, is in the satellite city of Mestre. Here, shopping can even be more successful, since there are even more boutiques of various brands inside, including the beloved democratic brands. The assortment of goods is wide enough: shoes, clothes, bags, home textiles, dishes, jewelry and perfumes.
Address: Piazza XXVII Ottobre Ang. C.C. Le Barche, Via Antonio Lazzari, 4
Opening hours: daily 10: 00-20: 00
How to get there: to the Mestre Centro B1 stop (4L bus), to the Pascoli stop (7E bus), to the Sarpi stop (7 bus), to the Mestre Centro stop (T1 and T2 tram)
In Coin Mestre you can find many favorite democratic brands
Valecenter
A large classic shopping center located in Marcon - approximately 15 km from Venice and 8 km from Marco Polo Airport.
About 130 stores of budget brands and the middle category are represented here, including Zara, Bershka, United colors of Benetton, H&M, Pull & Bear, Tezenis, Intimissimi, Calzedonia and others.
Address: Via Enrico Mattei, 1 / C
Opening hours: daily 9: 00-21: 00
How to get there:
- Option 1: From Piazzale Roma by bus number 19 to Piazza a Favaro, and then by bus number 9 to the stop Centro Commerciale
- Option 2: By train from Venice Santa Lucia Station to Gaggio Porta Est Station. A shopping center is within walking distance of the station.
Markets
Rialto Market (Mercati di Rialto)
It is located near the bridge of the same name, and it is the oldest and most famous market in Venice. Trade has been going on since the Middle Ages. Rialto is divided into two territories: a fish market and a fruit and vegetable market. Fresher products than here, only at sea and on branches. By the way, on its territory there is also an excellent cheese shop, which sells almost the best parmesan in the city.
Trading in the Rialto market has been going on since the Middle Ages
Address:
- Fruit & Vegetable - San Polo, Casaria - Campo della Pescaria
- Fish - San Polo, Campo de le Becarie - Loggia Grande e Loggia Piccola
Working hours:
- fruit and vegetable - Mon-Sat: 7: 30-13: 00
- fish - Tue-Sat: 7: 30-13: 00
Mercantino dell'Antiquariato
Pretty famous antique market. It works only five months a year for three days (Fri-Sun). The assortment standard for such a place: paintings, figurines, Murano glass and other trinkets. Here it is quite possible to find something interesting in memory of Venice.
Address: Campo San Maurizio
Working hours: March, June, August, September, October, December (specific days and working hours are best specified on the official website of the market.
The Mercantino dell'Antiquariato Antique Market is open for only five months a year.
Mercato Santa Maria dei Miracoli
A flea market is next to the church by whose name it is named. Here, locals bring everything that they no longer need, and throwing up a hand does not rise. The choice of different gizmos is quite extensive: here are some interior items, and paintings, and jewelry, and dishes, and books. A great place to find a trivial souvenir for yourself or friends.
Address: Cannaregio, Campo Santa Maria Nova, 30121
Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 10: 00-17: 00
Santa Maria dei Miracoli offers unique souvenirs
Judecca Women's Prison Market
It sounds a little frightening, but in fact, everything is very peaceful. The local prison participates in a social program through which women serving time there can work and benefit others. There are even their own laboratories in which they make cosmetics (by the way, natural and high quality).
In this market you can find what “local residents” produce and grow: vegetables and fruits, clothes, books, etc. Prices for everything, by the way, are much lower than in the center of Venice.
Address: Calle Convertite, opposite the prison
Opening hours: Thu: 9: 00-12: 00
Outlets around Venice
Outlets are shops where you can buy things of famous brands at more affordable prices. As a rule, outlets present collections of past years, which explains discounts from 30 to 70%. It is especially successful to make purchases at outlets during periods of sales, when additional ones are often applied to basic discounts on goods. There are no large outlets in Venice itself, but they are in neighboring cities.
Noventa di Piave Designer Outlet
Outlet village of the famous European chain McArthurGlen, which hosted many boutiques of both expensive brands and the middle price category.
The outlet itself is built in the form of a village, taking into account the style typical of Venice, and regular discounts in stores are on average from 30 to 70%. Among the brands represented in the outlet are Armani, Fendi, Sergio Rossi, Prada, Valentino and many others.
Noventa di Piave Designer Outlet Built in Venetian Village Style
The outlet is located in Noventa di Piave, 40 km from Venice, at Via Marco Polo, 1.
Opening hours: daily 10: 00-20: 00
How to get there: regular shuttles from Venice to the outlet depart from Tronchetto (in front of the People Mover). There are 2 flights per day from the city to the outlet (at 10:00 and 14:00) and back (at 15:00 and 19:00). A round-trip ticket will cost 15 Euros.
Diffusione tessile
Another outlet in Noventa di Piave, next door to the Noventa di Piave Designer Outlet. Clothing, shoes and bags are available here at discounts of 30-40% all year round.
All year round at Diffusione Tessile outlet discounts on all products 30-40%
Address: Via Rialto, 14
Opening hours: daily 10: 00-20: 00
How to get there: Diffusione Tessile is located in the neighborhood of Noventa di Piave Designer Outlet. Therefore, you can get to it in the same way. You can walk from one center to another in a few minutes.
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