Must-see shopping in Greek Islands

  • Kedroi Ceramics

    Ikaria

    On the main road, near the entrance to Cavos Bay Hotel, this attractive shop and studio is named for the kedroi, or cedar tree. You'll find lots of…

  • Phoebus

    Rhodes Town

    If you have a leaning toward the myths and classics, you'll find quality terracotta and alabaster statues here of everyone from Aphrodite to Alexander the…

  • Aroma Coffee Shop

    Agios Nikolaos

    If you're a stickler for quality coffee, stock up on freshly roasted beans at this shoe-box-size shop that also sells biscuits, sweets and nuts as well as…

  • Kubara

    Aegina

    A lovely little shop that sells arts and crafts made by Greek artists and designers – choose from ceramics, jewellery and small paintings, tote bags and T…

  • Handiworks Hierotechnima

    Corfu Town

    Backstreet shop selling one-of-a-kind, mostly wooden ornaments and souvenirs, hand-crafted on the premises by the friendly owner. The star attractions are…

  • Ex Oriente Lux

    Corfu Town

    An absolute treasure trove of the wonders of the East, this colourful cave sells everything from Afghan jewellery to Turkish rugs and Indian pashmina…

  • Olive Oil Shop

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Going strong for more than 20 years, this cute shop specialises in all things olive oil – soap, skincare products, the oil itself, plus olivewood kitchen…

  • Nerina’s Fashion Center

    Corfu Town

    Selling elegant and light-as-a-feather women’s clothing in pale cottons and linens, the self-styled 'smallest clothes shop in Corfu' is so tiny that it…

  • Exantas Art Space

    Hania

    This high-concept store has great postcards with old photos, a small selection of rare books, handmade arts and crafts by local artists, Cretan music, and…

  • Mayonaisa Darling

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Worth buying for the designer's name alone, this collection of original handmade jewellery uses hypoallergenic materials, semiprecious stones and recycled…

  • General Market Square

    Hydra Town

    Hydra's central market square holds several vegetable and meat shops and a taverna.

  • Zea Delicatessen

    Corfu Town

    Local, largely organic food and cosmetics in this friendly backstreet deli range from fig pies to donkey-milk hand cream, plus plentiful soaps, cookies…

  • Zoom

    Hora (Naxos)

    A large, well-stocked newsagent and bookshop that has most international newspapers the day after publication and perhaps the best collection of postcards…

  • Jane's Fish Market

    Agios Nikolaos

    In business since 1925, Jane's is a handy spot for self-caterers to pick up whatever the sea has yielded that night – from shrimp to octopus, snapper to…

  • Pelekanakis

    Hania

    Sells driving and hiking maps, guidebooks in several languages and otherwise hard-to-find books about Crete, along with a few mainstream English-language…

  • Parthenis

    Hora (Mykonos)

    For something special for women and for men, find the work of Athens designer and long-time Mykonos resident Dimitris Parthenis and his daughter Orsalia.

  • Handmade Hats

    Hania

    This small shop is both an atelier and a boutique crammed with unique handmade hats – beribboned, in felt or in canvas – and printed textiles.

  • Kombos

    Corfu Town

    Busy open-fronted boutique selling an array of women’s clothing, including colourful dresses and smocks, plus assorted gifts and accessories.

  • Memorabilia

    Hania

    A good spot for gifts and souvenirs by Greek artists and designers, from handmade Lommer bags and olive-oil soaps to handcrafted ceramics.

  • Karistianis

    Hania

    Small store for outdoor clothing and hiking shoes; its more hard-core army-supply store across the road sells camping and climbing gear.

  • Sarandis Tourist Shop

    Chios

    Rambling Sarandis carries a bit of everything, from cold drinks and wine to mastic-style lotions and good maps of the island.

  • Geko

    Alonnisos

    Beautiful silver jewellery from across Greece, plus sarongs, sandals and other accessories, on the harbourfront.

  • Thalassaki

    Lesvos

    Despina Iossifelli makes the handmade ceramics and jewellery at this bright and inviting waterfront gift shop.

  • Mykonos Sandals

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Come for the sunset cocktails and stay for the handmade leather sandals from this company established in 1948.

  • Triciclo Art Shop

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Unusual handmade gifts, delicate ceiling mobiles, porcelain creations, jewellery and more.

  • Terra Verde

    Hania

    Shop for organic local products, from raki, wine and mountain tea to olive oil and honey.

  • Marieli

    Agios Nikolaos

    This quirky little boutique sells stylish ladies’ tees, dresses, shoes and beachwear.

  • Makris

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Men's and women's footwear and high-end fashion by Greek and international designers.

  • Eliza's Gallery

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Glass creations, quirky lamps, jewellery and bronze sculptures on classical themes.

  • Mediterraneo

    Rethymno

    English-language books, travel guides, international periodicals and maps.

  • TaiL/or/made

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Fashionable womenswear by local designers, funky hats, shoes and bags.

  • Ilias Lalaounis

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Fine pieces from the renowned Greek jewellery artist.

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