Amsterdam
A charming little concept store selling chic accessories, jewellery and quirky yet classy homewares and gifts. It also has an on-site cafe.
Must-see shopping in Western Europe
Aljezur
Located near the bridge, the small covered market is a good place to buy fresh fruit and veggies, cured meats and locally caught seafood.
Whitby
Fascinating gift shop selling all kinds of stuff, including fossils, minerals, crystals, preserved insects, jewellery and leather goods.
Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog
A rabbit warren of a shop spread over several levels, with rooms devoted to sci-fi, myths, horror, music and art, among other subjects.
Beaune
This no-frills wine shop is where locals come to buy Burgundy AOC wines for as little as €5.50 per bottle. Tasting is free of charge.
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Silver-skinned mannequins model overly feminine but funky, femme-fatale designs at the boutique of Parisian fashion designer Kate Mack.
Marseille
Located one block south of La Canebière, this multicultural market has around 30 stalls selling fruit, veggies, fish and dried goods.
Temple Bar
Temple Bar's most famous shop is also its most incongruous: there's not a huge demand in these parts for tackle and fishing equipment.
Oxford & the Cotswolds
This group of brick Victorian warehouses is filled with bargain outlet stores, mainly devoted to major high-street fashion brands.
South Cornwall
Sleek furniture, fancy light-fittings and other designer desirables fill the rooms of this elegant homeware shop near the harbour.
Silves
On the northern banks of the river, Silves' municipal market has stalls selling fresh fish, meats, cheeses and local farm produce.
Tavira
Opposite the market building, this outlet of the Algarve liquor chain has a good selection of Portuguese wines, port and spirits.
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
A lovely little bookshop just off the village square, with lots of Provençal books and postcards. It also host literary events.
Ghent
Ghent’s best travel bookshop now has two branches. This is the main and more central; the other is at Kortrijksesteenweg 1036.
Glasgow
Up the back of the quirky Ruthven Lane complex, this arcade has several shops specialising in antiques, design and retro items.
County Clare
Lahinch Bookshop stocks hiking maps for the nearby Burren, as well as fiction and nonfiction for when the swell's not running.
Cork City
Cork's biggest selection of arts and crafts materials, for everything from knitting and crochet to sculpture and calligraphy.
Amsterdam
Stocks clothing for hip, young women along with accessories and quirky, cool homewares. There are a few branches around town.
North York Moors National Park
A butcher and deli specialising in local produce, including delicious homemade sausages. Run by the chain Thomas the Bakers.
Groningen
One of three shops selling vinyl records on Steentilstraat, Headline stands out for its selection of unique and rare albums.
Tavira
Tavira's hangar-like modern food market near the bridge at the eastern edge of town sells fruit, vegetables, meat and fish.
Glasgow
Fine photography exhibitions are allied with a program of courses and workshops here. There's also an entrance on King St.
Amsterdam
This packed-to-the-gills shop has a great range of good-quality secondhand threads, from '90s shirts to '70s maxi dresses.
Glasgow
This back-to-basics music shop has been around for years and is worth checking out for its well-priced second-hand vinyl.
Cascais
This eye-catching gallery showcases Luís Soares’ bright, abstract, fused-glass creations, from jewellery to tableware.
Sarlat-la-Canéda
This touristy covered market can be found inside the converted Église Ste-Marie.
Cork City
Lots of magazines, a decent selection of Ordnance Survey Ireland (OSI) hiking maps, and good stationery on the 2nd floor.
Lisbon
A modernist mall with over 200 stores. Take bus 758 from Cais do Sodré or walk 1km west from Praça Marquês de Pombal.
Belfast
A warren of curios and collectables including Irish silver, brass, pub memorabilia, militaria, books and light fittings.
The West End
Arguably London’s best butcher serves up lunch and picnic fare included sliced meats, pies, sausage rolls and salads.
Ullapool
Just up from the harbour, this is a good bookshop with lots of volumes on Scottish topics as well as useful local maps.
Den Haag
Entered from Spuistraat, Hofweg or Gravenstraat, this elegant, 19th-century covered arcade is home to stores and cafes.
County Clare
Independent Ennis Bookshop has a strong kids' section, general fiction and nonfiction, and a vast range of stationery.
Tralee
Tralee's farmers market sprawls along Prince's St on Saturdays, with stalls selling local produce, seafood and crafts.
Delft
A selection of colourful clothes and homewares fills this shop, which also has a cafe section with courtyard seating.
Southern Highlands & Islands
This tiny bookshop near the ferry pier in Scalasaig has an excellent range of books on Hebridean history and culture.
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Fashion, books, music and cosmetics in the heart of Chiado, plus inexpensive eating (with views) on the upper level.
Toulouse
This small antiquarian book market takes place outside the cathedral each Saturday; arrive early for the best finds.
Temple Bar
Vinyl in all genres, especially EDM, hip-hop and alternative beats. It also sells spray paint for graffiti artists.
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
This outlet of the local chain has a wide choice of 'magic truffles', pipes and bongs, along with novelty gifts.
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