Shopping in Rome

Rome is one of the best cities in the world for shopping. There are department stores and designer outlets located across the city. Rome is a cosmopolitan city that has thrived for more than two thousand years. The mix of ethnicities makes for some exciting offerings at the local venders.

One of the best streets for shopping in Rome is Via dei Condotti. One of Italy's richest streets, the Via dei Condotti is the home to the top designer shops in Italy. These shops include Prada, Dolce and Gabbana, Armani, Gucci, Versaci, and more. Shops used to charge customers just for walking in their doors on this street. With good bed and breakfasts and luxury guesthouses located very close, this is a great place for travellers who want to shop for expensive things to spend time.

Via del Corso is another great place to shop. It is a busy pedestrian street that runs between Piazza Venezia and Piazza del Popolo. This street is especially popular with Roman residents, who like to look through the flagship Ferrari shop and the Swarowski Crystal store. With nice places to stay, like the Hotel Stendhai, Hotel Tiziano, Hotel Mondai, and Hotel Delle Nazioni, in the area, this is a fantastic place for shoppers to visit while in Rome.

For the trendy, youthful crowd, Viale Marconi is the spot to hit. it s not located in the city center, but can people can reach it by taking Metro Line B. It is a good idea to check out this excellent shopping area after touring the Colosseum since it is only fifteen minutes from the landmark.

For people who want to find a bargain, the flea market at Porta Portese starts at eight in the morning every Sunday. Hotel Pyramid, Happy Holidays, and Hotel Sole al Pantheon are all impeccable places to stay close to Porta Portese.

Trastevere is a place of winding streets across the Tiber River. A great outdoor market for food is located in this area at the Piazza San Cosimato. This market, which runs from seven in the morning to two in the afternoon, is a perfect place for people watching.

Italy is a paradise for people who love to shop.