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…
Must-see shopping in Greece
Skopelos
Beautiful handmade, Greek-designed jewellery and island-chic dresses, kaftans and scarves created from fabrics collected in India and Indonesia. On the…
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…
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…
Anilion Women’s Agricultural Group
Pelion Peninsula
It's well worth popping into this women's cooperative, on the upper square at Pouri, to sample and buy their homemade jams, hand-picked herbs and other…
Athens
Chic silk ties, scarves and a few other accessories all with patterns and colours inspired by Greece – which translates into myriad shades of blue and…
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…
Athens
Shop for the best treats from all over Greece, from cheeses to local honeys, cold cuts, olive oil and wine, available in bulk and straight from the barrel.
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.
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.
Athens
Whether you're a skater or just want a fresh pair of Vans, head to this long-established dealer of gear and streetwear, from boards to shoes and beyond.
Skopelos
Inviting, long-running crafts shop in a tall seafront mansion, selling handmade jewellery, icons, ceramics, carpets and artworks, all by Greek artisans.
Syntagma & Plaka
Spiros Actipis designs elegant jewellery using smooth pebbles, gleaming silver and raw leather. The shop closes in summer, as Spiros decamps to Mykonos.
Hania
This local designer, whose work is distributed internationally, creates wonderful contemporary leather bags (from €100), jewellery and accessories.
Athens
Not just vinyl records, but the whole 'vinyl culture' – whatever that entails. Lots of new and interesting stuff, plus tickets to local shows.
Thessaloniki
This family-run deli is a great place to stock up on Greek produce. The owners also sell their own preserves, such as cabbage pickled in wine.
Athens
A father-daughter team designs these high-quality, supersleek clothes in natural fibres. No frills, just sharp lines. For both men and women.
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.
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.
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.
Skiathos Town
Handmade jewellery, ceramics and vintage pieces stand out at this intimate and lovely shop behind blue doors on the old port.
Corfu Town
Rather lovely Old Town boutique, which as well as simple gold and silver jewellery does a brisk trade in jewellery stands.
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.
Hydra Town
Local designer Dimitris creates an annual line of womenswear and accessories using intricate Indian block prints.
Hydra Town
Carefully curated ceramics from all over Greece plus a smattering of fashion make this one of Hydra's top shops.
Meteora & Thessaly
Charming shop with only one item for sale: loukoumi, a traditional Greek version of Turkish delight.
Hydra Town
Charming owner Elena offers unique island-friendly, high-end fashion and Greek-designed jewellery.
Ikaria
Small, attractive shop up from the bridge, selling local crafts, soaps, herbs, honey and sweets.
Lesvos
Attractive high-end jewellery shop that also sells pottery. Located above the harbour.
Syntagma & Plaka
This upmarket department store stocks the best local designers (crafted-in-Greece Zeus + Dione, for instance), and its sale racks are good for restocking…
Syntagma & Plaka
This multimedia behemoth includes phones, computers, stationery and English-language books. It's the easiest place to get a replacement plug or travel…
Syntagma & Plaka
Classic, cool fashion by a Greek designer with a preference for natural fibres. Think elegantly draped cottons and silks in natural, warm tones, and…
Athens
A delectable collection of some of Greece’s best wines and liqueurs, with knowledgeable staff to explain Greek varieties and winemakers; they also sell…
Athens
Flashy shoes and accessories for a flashy neighbourhood: top international designers and Kalogirou’s own creations.
Syntagma & Plaka
Just a wee slip of a place, it's packed with local and international wines and a range of accompanying treats.
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