Eastern Sardinia
For tastings and sales of the region's fine local Cannonau (and other Sardinian varietals), stop in at this wine shop in the heart of town.
Must-see shopping in Europe
Hania
Stocks travel guides and a range of books on Crete and Greece, along with a great selection of English-language novels and Greek music CDs.
Innsbruck
Swarovski’s flagship store in Innsbruck is this gallery-style boutique, crammed with sparkling crystal trinkets, ornaments and jewellery.
Ürgüp
Ürgüp's weekly market takes place every Saturday in the Migros supermarket car park. It's a hive of activity full of fresh local produce.
Galerie d’Ixelles & Galerie de la Porte de Namur
Brussels
Bolts of African fabrics, Congolese CDs and hair salons doing braids and extensions fill these interconnected shopping arcades in Matongé.
German Wine Route
Family-run for five generations, this goldsmith handcrafts beautiful rings, earrings, bracelets, brooches, necklaces and cufflinks on site.
Brussels
Secondhand bookshop with a huge and changing range of stock, a fair bit of it in English. Have a browse and a coffee at the upstairs cafe.
Madrid
The club shop of Real Madrid sells the full gamut of football memorabilia. From the shop window, you can see down onto the stadium itself.
Black Sea Coast
Amasra's small but central vegetable market is a colourful affair full of village folk selling fresh fruit and jars of assorted preserves.
Valencia
This attractive little gallery and framing shop makes for a pleasant browse and is a good spot to pick up a piece of Valencian modern art.
Warsaw
Matylda Zielińska sells her delicate, handcrafted jewellery, including rings, bracelets, earrings and necklaces, from this tiny boutique.
Paris
Among the largest and most exclusive drinks shops is this bastion of booze with a top collection of eaux-de-vie (fruit brandies).
Kotor
A treasure trove of socialist medals, Roman coins, antique jewellery, traditional garb and other interesting stuff to blow the budget on.
Aarhus
A shrine to the best of Danish (and international) design. Prepare to desire everything that couldn’t possibly fit in your suitcase…
Larnaka
The pottery here is inspired by ancient and medieval Cypriot art. The Pierides Archaeological Foundation museum replicas are a standout.
Verona
Useful bookshop where you can pick up maps of Verona, the region and Kompass maps of Lake Garda should you be heading in that direction.
Klaipėda
If you're after Lithuanian couture, this boutique stocks carefully chosen items by Lithuanian designers, from womenswear to accessories.
Budapest
For both contemporary and traditional fine eosin porcelain still manufactured in the southern city of Pécs, check out this lovely shop.
Maribor
The best bookshop in town. Head upstairs for a great selection of English-language fiction; guidebooks and maps are on the ground floor.
Vilnius
Exquisite stained-glass sculptures, wall murals and mobiles fill this creative stained-glass workshop. Daily demonstrations noon to 4pm.
Beyoğlu
One of the few interesting shops remaining on İstiklal, Denizler Kitabevi sells antique maps, books, prints, photographs and postcards.
Northern European Russia
Well-stocked gift shop selling locally produced, high-quality linen clothing, nesting dolls, clay whistles, lace parasols and much more.
Kinsale
Evocative black-and-white landscape photographs of Ireland from a master of the genre. Prints start at €20 unframed and €30 framed.
Tomar
For Knights of the Templar fanatics, this is the spot to go for everything from battle figurines to swords, both replicas and antiques.
Bastia
In season, fresh Brocciu cheese is among the many mouthwatering local delicacies stocked at this packed, pocket-size culinary boutique.
Gothenburg
This established Stockholm designer offers slick knitwear, casual shirts and those perfect autumn/winter coats for the discerning gent.
Cagliari
Three Sundays a month, Cagliaritani go bargain hunting at Cagliari Antiquaria, an antique and collectors market on Piazza del Carmine.
León
This is an excellent gourmet deli out in the newer part of town with everything from cheeses, wines and cured meats to local pastries.
Valencia
This central, well-established little music shop deals mostly in new and used vinyl, with rock predominant. A great spot for a browse.
Western Estonia & the Islands
This bright gallery contains a variety of works by Estonian artists, including covetable textiles, ceramics, sculptures and paintings.
Volterra
Distinctive pieces in 18-carat gold – many based on Etruscan designs – are handmade in this workshop on Volterra's northern walls.
Latin Quarter
This branch of Le Vieux Campeur, a couple of doors down from its flagship store, sells everything imaginable for running and cycling.
Colmar
Follow your nose to pungent Munster, Tomme and ripe Camembert. BYOB (bring your own baguette) and the staff will make you a sandwich.
Bristol
Quality pre-loved items fill the racks of this boutique second-hand store which raises funds for creative projects in the local area.
León
This marvellous little cheese shop has been around forever. The selection is outstanding and they usually let you try before you buy.
Batumi
One of Batumi's best wine shops offers tastings year-round from a huge variety of vineyards. Spend up to 7 GEL and get a free bottle.
Jersey
Over 200 years old, Jersey venerable market is a good place to browse for anything from fresh produce and local crafts to jewellery.
İzmir & the North Aegean
Stylish produce shop selling local specialities including jams, olive oil, preserves, juices and kurabiye (sweet biscuits).
Bath
A treat for pre-loved clothing aficionados, the Yellow Shop is crammed with cowboy boots, chunky-knit sweaters and faded blue jeans.
Malmö
A glorious packed-to-the-rafters shop selling everything from beaded bags to denim jackets, boas, jewellery and '50s-style crockery.
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