Must-see shopping in Greek Islands

  • B.Loose

    Oia

    Going strong for almost a decade, this is the Oia outlet of the Athens casual fashion label that specialises in comfortable, loose-fitting streetwear…

  • Olive Tree Skiathos

    Skiathos Town

    Small, inviting and earthy shop specialising in beautiful handcrafted bowls, cooking utensils, jewellery and more, all made from local olive wood, towards…

  • Achinos

    Skiathos Town

    Organic Greek food products, from unsalted pistachios (hard to find), locally sourced wines and fine olive oil to honey and herbal tea from the slopes of…

  • To Ploio

    Corfu Town

    While specialising in handcrafted contemporary jewellery, both elegant and playful, this eye-catching Old Town boutique also sells souvenir wooden ships…

  • Muse

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Pick up a fluoro Greek god, a marble figurine modelled on the blank-faced Cycladic originals or a replica of the classical art, jewellery and ceramics…

  • Diskopoleion Music Store

    Rethymno

    This pint-sized music store is run by a knowledgeable owner with good taste in Greek rock, punk, psychedelica and jazz, along with traditional Cretan…

  • Dimotiki Agora

    Kos Town

    Fragrant with spices, this lively open-arched market has a cornucopia of locally made honeys, natural soaps, bonbons, sandalwood spoons, mythological…

  • Papagiorgis

    Corfu Town

    Irresistible old-fashioned patisserie that’s an Old Town landmark thanks to its 40 flavours of ice cream, plus a mouth-watering array of homemade tarts,…

  • Vana's Gift Shop

    Rhodes Town

    Stylish boutique with an interesting mix of goods: from embroidered kaftans, beachwear and stunning one-off jewellery to fine alabaster busts of classical…

  • So Greek

    Rhodes Town

    The perfect pit stop for choice gifts, So Greek sells nicely packaged Greek wine, olive oil and a wide range of homemade honey, natural cosmetics and…

  • Kactri

    Skopelos

    Beautiful handmade, Greek-designed jewellery and island-chic dresses, kaftans and scarves created from fabrics collected in India and Indonesia. On the…

  • Mastihashop

    Chios

    Efficient and attractive shop with a range of mastic-based products such as lotions, toothpastes, soaps and condiments. Ask for a sample of pure mastic to…

  • Gallios Ceramic Art

    Rethymno Province

    Down a side road at the top of the village (look for the sign 'Ceramic Art'), Konstantinos Gallios makes some beautiful pieces, displayed in his inviting…

  • First Kiss Gallery

    Lesvos

    Canadian artist Paul Henry makes medium-sized melancholic sea-themed sculptures from papier-mâché and opens his shop-cum-gallery for a couple of hours a…

  • HEEL Athens Lab

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Ecologically friendly women's garments made from organic cotton and other sustainable fibres, as well as one-of-a-kind jewellery made from recycled…

  • Liranthos

    Rethymno

    This tiny store filled with musical instruments is the place to get that bouzouki or Cretan lyra. You can also pick up CDs of local Cretan music.

  • Genesis Pottery Shop

    Samos

    Come to watch Giorgos spinning his wheel and making beauty out of mud. The main shop is in the main street between the parking lot and the main square.

  • Archipelagos

    Skopelos

    Inviting, long-running crafts shop in a tall seafront mansion, selling handmade jewellery, icons, ceramics, carpets and artworks, all by Greek artisans.

  • Georgina Skalidi

    Hania

    This local designer, whose work is distributed internationally, creates wonderful contemporary leather bags (from €100), jewellery and accessories.

  • Ikos Traditional Products

    Alonnisos

    Open year-round, this delightful women’s cooperative is not only a bakery, but also sells nuts and island herbs, olive oil, jams and honey.

  • Ilias Spondidakis

    Rethymno

    Tiny bookstore tucked down a souk-like alley has novels in English, books on Crete, maps, CDs of Greek music and a small secondhand section.

  • Mikro Karavi

    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.

  • Blue House Art Gallery

    Skiathos Town

    Handmade jewellery, ceramics and vintage pieces stand out at this intimate and lovely shop behind blue doors on the old port.

  • Rolando’s

    Corfu Town

    Rather lovely Old Town boutique, which as well as simple gold and silver jewellery does a brisk trade in jewellery stands.

  • Women's Cooperative

    Ikaria

    This wonderful market-deli-bakery in the heart of Hristos Rahes sells jams, herbs and sweet treats made on the premises.

  • Land of Corfu Natural Products

    Corfu Town

    Specialising in wholesome and healthy natural products, this ochre-fronted shop sells locally made cosmetics and soaps.

  • Turquoise

    Hydra Town

    Local designer Dimitris creates an annual line of womenswear and accessories using intricate Indian block prints.

  • Svoura

    Hydra Town

    Carefully curated ceramics from all over Greece plus a smattering of fashion make this one of Hydra's top shops.

  • Sirens

    Hydra Town

    Charming owner Elena offers unique island-friendly, high-end fashion and Greek-designed jewellery.

  • Mythos

    Ikaria

    Small, attractive shop up from the bridge, selling local crafts, soaps, herbs, honey and sweets.

  • Mythos Gallery

    Lesvos

    Attractive high-end jewellery shop that also sells pottery. Located above the harbour.

  • Book & Art

    Lesvos

    Unusual and inviting side-street bookshop, gallery and toy store.

  • Xenos Typos

    Rethymno

    This place sells foreign press, plus books on Crete and maps.

  • Spanoioakis

    Rethymno

    Hidden away in Rethymno's labyrinth of alleys is this bakery that's been at it since 1958. As well as freshly baked spanakopita and pastries, it's most…

  • Iraklio Central Market

    Iraklio

    An Iraklio institution, if slightly touristy these days, this busy, narrow agora (market), along Odos 1866 between the Meidani crossroads and Plateia…

  • Ceramic Art

    Corfu Town

    This light, appealing Old Town gallery sells affordable pottery ranging from colourful homewares, ornaments and toys to striking wood-fired pieces made…

  • Public Market

    Corfu Town

    Forming an alleyway north of Plateia G Theotoki, between the newer part of town and the Neo Frourio, Corfu Town’s fresh-produce market sells fruit and…

  • Corfu Bookbinding

    Corfu Town

    For souvenir hunters, this old bookshop near the cathedral is of most interest for its handmade notebooks and unusual framed prints, old and new; serious…

  • Delaros Fashion D-Tales

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Gladiator sandals, handmade loom bags, menswear, wrap jumpsuits, beachwear, butterfly maxi dresses, geometric Grecian-style jewellery and more by Greek…

  • Paramythia Cheese

    Corfu Town

    Named for a village in Epirus, not far away on the mainland, that’s renowned for its hard goat's cheese, this hole-in-the-wall deli is piled high with…

    • placement: fullWidth
    • path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
    • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [300, 250], [320, 50], [1, 1],
    • targeting:
      {
        "position": "superzone"
      }