Must-see shopping in Western Europe

  • Royal Mile Whiskies

    The West End

    Run by connoisseurs who are more than happy to help with selections, this classy wee shop sells whiskies from Scotland, Ireland, America and around the…

  • Brick Lane Vintage Market

    Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields

    This basement fashion emporium is a sprawling sea of vintage threads from the 1920s to the 1990s, plus a few tucked-away stands of vinyl. Stalls are hired…

  • Peter Harrington

    The West End

    Fine purveyors of first editions and rare books, Peter Harrington is a delightful and extremely well-presented shop, devoid of clutter but stocking a…

  • Ó! Galeria

    Miragaia

    Immerse yourself in the art of illustration (mostly Portuguese, with a smattering of international artists) at Ó! Galeria. Prints range from geometric…

  • L’Habilleur

    Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville

    Discount men's and women's designer wear – 50% to 70% off original prices – is the draw of this veteran boutique. It generally stocks last season’s…

  • Papersmiths

    Bristol

    This is probably the best stationery shop in Bristol. All stock – notebooks of many purposes and sizes, pencils of countless lead widths and colours, pens…

  • Andries de Jong BV

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    Since 1787, when seafarers have needed ship fittings, rope or brass lamps, they've come to Andries de Jong. Traditional clocks, bells, boats in bottles…

  • Fabrica Santo Antonio

    Funchal

    A delightfully old-fashioned shop, with its early 20th-century display cases, scales and counters still in place, from which staff offer the classic made…

  • Marrbury Smokehouse

    Dumfries & Galloway

    This has an excellent line in smoked salmon and other local produce; it's something of a local standout. There's a restaurant to try before you buy. It's…

  • Anthrop

    Coimbra

    Ceramicist Célia Guerreiro set up this welcoming shop to promote Portuguese designers. The result is a browser's delight, with a small but well-curated…

  • Alexandra Moura

    Príncipe Real, Santos & Estrela

    This all-white space is a temple to the latest collection of Portuguese designer Alexandra Moura – from imaginative, stylishly cut clothing to one-of-a…

  • Fabula Urbis

    Alfama, Castelo & Graça

    A great little bookshop that celebrates works about Portugal, both by home-grown and expat authors. All the best books by Lobo Antunes, Saramago, Pessoa,…

  • Wonderland

    Edinburgh

    Wonderland is a classic kids-with-their-noses-pressed-against-the-window toy shop that is filled with model aircraft, Lego Star Wars kits, radio…

  • Princes Square

    Glasgow

    Set in a magnificent 1841 renovated square with elaborate ironwork and an exuberant metal leaf-and-peacock facade, this place has lots of beauty and…

  • MORA

    Paris

    Both amateur and professional pastry chefs will want to stop by MORA to pick up all manner of specialist culinary items, from unique cake and pastry…

  • Vismarkt

    Bruges

    The stone slabs of the colonnaded 1821 fish market still accommodate fish stalls most mornings, along with trinket sellers later in the day. Several…

  • Antiques Market

    Northeast Belgium

    This is one of Belgium's best flea markets, with a large number of brocante stalls and some serious antique dealers.

  • Marché Beauvau

    Paris

    This historic market hall, part of Bastille's busy Marché d'Aligre street market, shelters over a dozen permanent stands selling freshly shucked oysters,…

  • Cath Kidston

    The West End

    British homewares and fashion designer, Cath Kidston's signature floral prints and vintage-inspired fashion are immediately recognisable and dotted around…

  • Dolce Vita Tejo

    Lisbon

    New in 2009, this massive shopping mall – more than 280 stores, 30 restaurants and an 11-screen cinema – is a siren song for weak-willed shop-goers and…

  • Slemish Market Garden

    County Antrim

    At the Ecos Nature Park, this food shop sells organic and biodynamic produce from the on-site gardens and local farms. Pick up seasonal fruit and fresh…

  • Le Chocolat Alain Ducasse

    St-Germain & Les Invalides

    A mouthwatering range of chocolates made from bean to bar by legendary French chef Alain Ducasse at his Bastille factory La Manufacture de Chocolat is…

  • Souffle Continu

    Paris

    Owners Bernard Ducayron and Théo Jarrier have their own record label, and their spacious, terrazzo-tiled shop specialises in vinyl, discs, books and DVDs…

  • Dior

    Paris

    Post-WWII, Christian Dior’s creations dictated style, re-establishing Paris as the world fashion capital. It's due to reopen in 2021 at its flagship…

  • La Boutique du Flacon

    Nice

    Take a trip back in time at this unique shop specialising in vintage perfume bottles with belle-époque-style spray pumps. English-speaking artist-owner…

  • Van Avezaath Beune

    Amsterdam

    Try not to drool over the cabinet of chocolates and delectable pastries here as you agonise over your selection. Otherwise opt for a box of chocolate…

  • Sloop Craft Market

    St Ives

    Just off the harbour, this little mews holds the workshops and exhibition spaces for several local artists, creating everything from driftwood furniture…

  • Ateliê das Artes

    The Beiras

    Local artisans João Robalo and Salete Afonso display their hand-crafted creations, including painted decorative tiles and objets d'art in various…

  • Oliva da Praça

    Guimarães

    Opened by a young local couple in 2017, this shop specialises in award-winning extra-virgin olive oils from the neighbouring state of Trás-os-Montes,…

  • Sissy-Boy Homeland

    Amsterdam

    A Dutch high-street clothing store stocking highly wearable, affordable clothes in appealing soft colours and fabrics. The kids' selection is particularly…

  • Retrosaria das Flores

    Ribeira

    This retro-flavoured haberdashery is a wonderful place to browse for buttons, wool, embroidery and flamboyantly printed fabrics (some of which have been…

  • La Maison du Chocolat

    St-Germain & Les Invalides

    Pralines, ganaches and fruit chocolates are the hallmark of this exquisite chocolatier. Other treats include macarons inspired by its signature chocolates…

  • Co Couture

    Belfast

    This small subterranean shop has won prizes for its hand-crafted chocolates made using raise trade (a step up from fair trade) chocolate from Madagascar…

  • Samuel Coraux

    Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville

    The stark black façade at this hybrid boutique-workshop provides a dramatic contrast to the brilliantly coloured, contemporary creations crafted inside by…

  • Guillaume Moisson

    Lille

    Streetscapes and landscapes of Lille along with landscapes of the surrounding region are painted in a contemporary realist style at northern France artist…

  • Eres

    Paris

    Women who have despaired of buying a swimsuit in the past will understand why those designed by Eres have become a must-have item. The stunning suits are…

  • Marché aux Puces de la Porte de Vanves

    Paris

    One of the friendliest in Paris, the Porte de Vanves flea market has over 380 stalls. Av Georges Lafenestre has lots of ‘curios’ that don’t quite qualify…

  • Tasting Room

    Bath

    There's a cosy, neighbourhood feel in this bijou wine shop, which also offers wine tasting by the glass. There may only be two or three vintages available…

  • Monde Ethique

    Lyon

    Monde Ethique proves that you don't have to sacrifice style when it comes to eco-friendly gear. Here you'll find messenger bags, wallets and billfolds…

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