Warsaw
This large, bright gallery space specialises in the works of established Polish artists such as Edward Dwurnik, as well as up-and-coming talents like…
Must-see shopping in Europe
Handknitting Association of Iceland
Greater Reykjavík
Piles of handmade hats, socks and sweaters made from pure Icelandic wool. It has a flagship store in downtown Reykjavík that sells wool, patterns and…
Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog
Over the road from the parent store, this specialist branch of Addyman Books has a body outline on the floor, monsters on the ceiling and stacks of…
Trieste
Five times a year this top-notch craft market sets up in Piazza Barbacan. Stalls display the work of established and up-and-coming designers, artists and…
Staré Město
Pick up the score for Mozart’s Don Giovanni or Dvořák’s New World Symphony at this eclectic sheet-music shop. Or you might enjoy some popular music…
Epiros
This old-fashioned shop stocks a bounty of sweet and savoury preserves, all from local ingredients (including a bewitching jelly made from purple…
Vienna
The ultimate place to inspire wanderlust, Freytag & Berndt has an extensive collection of guides and maps (many in English) to Vienna, Austria (including…
Vienna
Great for picking up some picnic fixings, this low-key market exclusively sells organic produce from farmers. Find everything from wood-fired-oven bread,…
Tuscany
Find this luxury fashion designer outlet 35km from Florence; buses (adult/reduced single €7/3.50, return €13/7.50) depart every half hour from the SITA…
Óbuda & Buda Hills
This outdoor market behind a large mall in Buda is set up every Saturday morning by farmers and other growers supplying organic produce entirely grown on…
City West & Charlottenburg
With its mind-boggling assortment of traditional German Yuletide decorations and ornaments, this shop lets you celebrate Christmas year-round. It's…
Göreme
As well as being the proprietor of this mighty fine rug shop, owner Ruth is well known for her highly recommended carpet educationals (think of it as…
Moscow
Russian fashion designers are doing wonderful things with linen, crafting this potentially drab material into modern, playful clothing. Styles are…
Syntagma & Plaka
This shop has been making fine chocolates since 1928. One of its specialities is dried fruits and candied citrus peel dipped in dark chocolate.
St Petersburg
In front of this design office is a small boutique showcasing interesting gifts, accessories, books and interior-design products by local talents. Look…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Tucked away in Montmartre, this designer discount shop has some real finds from new French, Italian and Japanese designers at bargain prices. Stock…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Polka-dot swing dresses, pointed stilettos and fabulous costume jewellery are among the eye-catching pieces displayed in this secondhand shop for vintage…
Women's Agritourism Cooperative Zagora
Pelion Peninsula
The oldest women's cooperative in Greece is renowned for its delicious jams and sweet products. Stop in for a coffee and to see what's available,…
Chueca
Craft beer took quite a while to arrive in Madrid but once started, like most things, the city has embraced it as its own. Local and international beers…
Warsaw
If you're looking for contemporary streetwear courtesy of young Polish designers, you've come to the right place. Clothes and accessories feature upstairs…
Orkney
The Orkney Wine Company has handmade wines produced with berries, flowers and vegetables, all naturally fermented. Get stuck into some strawberry-rhubarb…
Stirling
Bagpipes are handmade and repaired in this combined shop and workshop, which also houses a collection of antique bagpipes and piping paraphernalia. The…
San Polo & Santa Croce
As well as selling a good range of traditional papier-mâché masks – from simple to over-the-top – this atelier sells and rents elaborate Carnevale…
South Cornwall
A bargain-lover's dream, with an ever-changing selection of vintage dresses, lumberjack shirts, used denim and designer furniture. It's worth stopping by…
Beara Peninsula
The town's market is a lively and interesting affair, with stalls selling not only fresh local produce, but all kinds of stuff including farm tools,…
Notting Hill & West London
Flogging old-school reggae, jazz, funk, soul, dance, jazz and blues vinyl to Notting Hill's musical purists since 1974, with a large volume of CDs. Check…
The West End
Plying its trade since the mid-19th century, this shop supplies the ‘well-groomed gentleman' with every sort of razor, shaving brush and scent of shaving…
Palma de Mallorca
This flagship branch of Palma's biggest department store sells clothes, cosmetics, homewares and accessories, and tickets to local shows and events. There…
Granada
Specialising in the ancient art of taracea (marquetry) since 1920, this artisan shop is a great place to pick up a small piece of Granada: handcrafted…
Menton
Limoncello, lemon-infused olive oil, lemon preserve, lemon wine and lemon syrup are just some of the delicious products you’ll be able to sample and buy…
Hydra Town
Hydra native Votsi is renowned for her original, bold jewellery designs using exquisite semiprecious stones, which sell in New York and London. She…
Bordeaux
Herbs, spices, olive oils, essential oils, honey and carefully curated tisanes (herbal teas) are the speciality of this enchanting, old-fashioned shop…
Lille
This split-level studio/boutique collaborates with local designers, artists and artisans to create furniture, lighting, stationery, cards, ceramics …
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Turin-based jeweller Valentina Laganà is known for her contemporary pieces in brass, silver, copper and bronze. Well priced, her rings, earrings,…
Glasgow
This temple to cheese is a must-visit for fans of the crumbly, pungent or creamy in life. The open counter means the aromas alone will tempt you to buy,…
Southeast Wales
Showcasing the company's range of award-winning handmade cheese, some of which is matured down in the Big Pit mine shaft, this little store also stocks a…
Ribeira
Young creatives join collective forces to thrash out the designs of the eye-catching T-shirts sold here. Independent designers put their stamp on the…
Athens
Cork fabric from Portugal and Italian leather are used for the striking range of handbags and backpacks made at this atelier by designer Maria Mavroudi…
Budapest
This is a large shop where everything Magyar – all of it made here – is available, from embroidered waistcoats and tablecloths to painted eggs and rustic…
Belfast
Attached to the excellent Reids Florist, this small, family-run homewares store sells beautiful ornaments, vases, greetings cards and fun gifts like…
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