Shopping in Italy is a real delight and most cities have everything from the top designers to the shabby chic. Rome offers a myriad of good shopping streets and areas however, be aware that it is hard to find a bargain here. You will pay top dollar for most of your purchases with very little discounts given.The famous shopping strips are wonderful to browse in but, the leases are so high that the costs unfortunately are passed on to the customers. Listed below are some of the top shopping streets in Rome.
Via Condotti
This is the poshest street in Rome and is easy to find as it's at the base of the Spanish Steps. Even your fullest wallet may not be enough to purchase an outfit here, but a great place to people watch.
Via Borgognona
You will see some of the best dressed Romans in this street. If you are looking for trendy and ultra expensive this is the street that will thrill you, but maybe not your credit card.
Via Cola Di Rienzo
Close to the Vatican, this is a good street to buy fashions, shoes and accessories at reasonable prices.
Via del Corso
Located near the Piazza del Popolo, this street attracts the younger, trendier set.
Via Frattina
Another upmarket shopping strip that starts at Piazza di Spagna. This area is busy but, easier to move around as it is closed to road traffic.
Via Nationale
The place to go if you are looking for anything in leather. There are other boutiques here as well but beware, it can be extremely busy and hard to get around.
Via Sistina
This strip begins at the top of the Spanish Steps and once again the shops are stylish and chic and pricey.
Via Vittorio Veneto
More classy boutiques selling high priced fashion and designer wear, but also has lots of cafes to stop, rest and revive in.
Rome Markets
Porta Portese
This huge flea market, sells more trash than treasure, but at least you may be able to dig up a little gem that is something typically Roman. You will really have to fight the crowds and be prepared to rummage. However, it is a fun Sunday morning out, best to go early, like 7am, finishes up at 2pm. Via Portuense, Piazza Ippolito Nievo, take bus 75 or 780, tram 3 or 8
Via Sannio
A more civilized market with leather goods, cheap fashions and accessories. Held Monday to Saturday from 9am to 1pm. Off Piazzale Appio, take bus 85, 87 or 850
Mercata di Testaccio
If you want to take in the real culinary delights of Italy, this market will please all your senses. Full of locals and fresh produce, this market is a delightful display of Romans going about their daily business. Piazza Testaccio, take bus 23,75 170 or 280, tram 3
Castroni
This market not only sells the freshest produce from Italy it also has an array of foodstuffs from all over the world. Here you will see food you didn't even know existed let alone tasted. Via Cola di Rienzo (06 687 4383). take bus 32, 70 or 280.
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele
This is Rome's largest market and operates from 7am to midday, Monday to Saturday. Fresh produce and other foodstuffs are available as well as stalls of clothing, homewares and other merchandise. Santa Maria Maggiore
Campo de' Fiori
If you want to experience some Italian delicacies and enjoy magnificent aromas, this market is the place to go. The prices are higher but the food is delectable.This market starts at 6am and ends up at midday from Monday to Saturday, Piazza Campo de' Fiori, take bus 46, 62 or 64.
Department Stores and Malls
The largest of Italy's department store chains is La Rinascente, where you can find well priced clothing, underwear, jewelry, homewares, books and gift wear. There is a branch in Piazza Colonna, Via del Corso (06 679 7691), and another at Piazza Fiume. Another popular department store chain is Coin and it also has two outlets in Rome. Via Cola di Rienzo (06 708 0020), and Piazzale Appio.
If it's designer labels you want at half the price and don't mind last seasons, then head to Discount dell'Alta Moda. You will find most of the top design labels here and is great if you have the patience to work your way through the racks to find your style and size. Via Gesu e Maria 16A (06 361 3796).
Cinecitta Due
Via Palmiro Togliatti, 2
Centro Commerciale Anagnina
Via Torre di Mezzavia, 35
Forum Termini
Termini Train Station
Le Torri
Via D Cambellotti
Rocco Casa
Via Vittore Ghiliani, 40 Standa
Piazza Talenti
Upim
Largo Boccea
Rome Markets
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