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Recommended Shopping Tour in Florence
- Workshop Walk in Florence`s Oltrarno District (3 hours) – Guided stroll through the charming Oltrarno neighborhood visiting traditional craftspeople. Stops can feature a shoemaker, jeweler, mosaic artist, etcher, and printer. This is a favorite.”
The Best Shops & Markets in Florence
1. Via de Tornabuoni • City Center
Florence`s prestigious lineup of high-end brands starts at the Ferragamo flagship and museum along the river. Many prominent names, particularly Italian designers, have establishments in the area.
2. Borgo San Jacopo • Santo Spirito
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3. Angela Caputi Giuggiù • Santo Spirito and City Center
+39 055 216276
Renowned artisan known for creating exquisite fashion jewelry in Florence since 1975. Her forte is statement necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more crafted in retroinspired styles using substantial materials. The flagship atelier is in Santo Spirito along with a second boutique downtown.
4. Via della Spada • Sants Maria Novella
A street filled with high-end and fashionable boutiques. Check out peculiar accessories and home items at Mio Concept, vintage designer products at Marie Antoinette, and the chicest of hats at Grevi.
5. La Pelle • Santo Spirito
+39 055 292031
Across two floors, this Florence establishment handcrafts high-quality leathers goods and apparel for men and women utilizing soft Italian hides. Run with passion for over three decades by an Italian couple who remain actively involved, the business employs local artisanal techniques
6. Via dei Fossi • Santa Maria Novella
Another superb location in Santa Maria Novella renowned for its artistic boutiques and antique retailers. Find vintage elegance at Epoca, exquisite dresses and bags at Atelier C, and impeccably tailored suits at Sartoria Vanni.
7. Via di San Niccolò • San Niccolò
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8. Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella • Santa Maria Novella
+39 055 216276
Historic apothecary established centuries ago continues providing herbal remedies and luxurious skincare. Unique products appeal to visitors. Shop offers ideal gifts reflecting local traditions.
9. Luisaviaroma • City Center
+39 055 906 4116
Swish, eye-catching boutique showcasing men’s and women’s designers, including more niche brands. There’s a cool 1st-floor café if you need a break from all the shopping.
10. Bartolucci • City Center
+39 055 211773
This shop has a magical quality due to its handcrafted wooden toys and decorations ranging from cuckoo clocks to marionettes. It is particularly renowned for its figurines depicting Pinocchio.
11. Flow Store • City Center
+39 055 215504
Luxury and vintage attire for men and women in a profoundly cool exposed-brick setting. Flow also sells books and music and hosts events.
12. Bjork • Santo Spirito
+39 333 979 5939
Nordic-style concept store carried in a light, airy decor selling an assortment of stylish apparel, art, photographs and literature in the Oltrarno district.
13. Benheart • City Center
+39 055 239 9483
>Exquisite handcrafted leather shoes, jackets, and accessories for men and women from local star Ben, who launched the company after a heart transplant.
14. Boutique Nadine • City Center
+39 055 287851
Stylish vintage apparel and nice accessories, mainly for women, near the Ponte Vecchio, with a loyal local following.
15. Mercato Centrale
+39 055 239 9798
Also referred to as Mercato Centrale di San Lorenzo, the longstanding Florence marketplace contains an array of fresh harvest on its ground level while tradesmen operate snack shops upstairs. Visitors can sample anything from gourmet burgers at La Toraia to chocolate and frozen desserts by Cristian Beduschi. There is even a cooking instruction facility located above. Accessible daily until midnightfall.
16. Mercato di Sant’Ambrogio
+39 055 248 0778
Authentic, much loved local market in Santa Croce, open every morning. Fresh produce and fruits, vintage clothing, and shoes are outside; meats, cheeses, and breads are inside. Stop for a quick meaty snack at Terrazza Menoni or traditional Tuscan greasy spoon at Trattoria Da Rocco.
17. La Bottega del Chianti • City Center
+39 055 283410
Densely packed with specialty wares, this tiny establishment functions as a one-stop destination for renowned Italian-made cookery and edibles. Highlights encompass Tuscan vintages, olive oils, balsamic vinegars, artisanal cheeses accompanied by generous samples, in addition to kitchen tools, tablewares and cooking vessels crafted from local materials like olive wood, copper and ceramics. It proves a treasure trove for meaningful souvenirs reflective of the region.
18. Santo Spirito Flea Market
Piazza Santo Spirito is home to a couple of excellent markets on Sundays. On the second Sunday of each month, it’s the turn of the flea market, a great place to browse antique clothing, household products, accessories, paintings, and more.
19. Fierucola di Santo Spirito
+39 055 697 747
On the third Sunday of the month, the Fierucola comes to Piazza Santo Spirito, welcoming artisanal nutrition producers and craftspeople. It’s an exceptional support of goods made locally and purely, by hand, whether it’s cheese, wine, loaf of bread, or leather shoes.
