Alghero
A cool independent bookshop doubling as a cafe and cultural centre. Most books are in Italian, but in summer it stocks a small range of English-language…
Must-see shopping in Sardinia
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Cagliari
Cagliari's historic morning food market is exactly what a thriving market should be: busy, noisy and packed with fresh, fabulous produce such as fish,…
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Alghero
Coral has long been harvested in the waters off the Alghero coast (the aptly named Riviera del Corallo) and transformed into jewellery. Agostino Marogna…
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Alghero
If you're looking for a souvenir, this well-stocked showroom specialises in traditional Sardinian craftwork. You'll find everything from rugs and…
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Cala Gonone
For trekking and climbing maps and guides, check out Namaste. It stocks Maurizio Oviglia's Pietra di Luna (€50), a comprehensive rock-climbing guide…
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Olbia
This shop's name translates as 'desires', and you'll understand why once you see its tempting array of Sardinian food and drink. Choose from pane carasau …
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Cagliari
For haute couture with history, search out this oh-so-stylish Castello boutique. The shop itself is a sight, set over a Punic cistern and ancient Roman…
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Northeastern Sardinia
Tempio native Anna Grindi works magic in this innovative clothing shop, which sells dresses, shoes and bags made entirely of native Sardinian cork. Using…
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Cagliari
Roberto, his brother and their enthusiastic team do a brisk trade in glorious Sardinian food at this breezy Marina emporium. Stop by for the finest…
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Cagliari
Wine buffs will enjoy exploring the racks at this specialist wine shop on Piazza Yenne. The onus is on Sardinian wines but you'll also come across Italian…
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Alghero
A local landmark near the entrance to the centro storico, this foodie shop is a gourmet's treat, selling everything from local liqueurs and island wines…
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Alghero
This is one of the oldest shops in the centro storico. It has been selling its own handmade leather belts and sandals since 1945 and still today the smell…
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Eastern Sardinia
True to Nuoro’s pastoral heritage (not to mention those dastardly bandits), Franco Piredda crafts exquisite Sardinian knives, including the famous Pattada…
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Santa Teresa di Gallura
Watch Signor Maura at work, skilfully carving traditional Sardinian carnival masks, at this tiny shop. His intricate masks include the wooden boes and…
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Alghero
With brightly coloured ceramic dishes, jaunty linens, silver teapots and leather stools strewn artfully around a vaulted stone space, Bizarre is a good…
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Cagliari
For something very special, seek out this jewellery workshop where artisan Loredana Mandas creates the exquisite gold filigree for which Sardinia is so…
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Alghero
Give free rein to your nostalgia amid the throwback fashions and vintage accessories on display at Frida. From chic sunglasses and denim jackets to…
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Oleificio Sociale Cooperativo di Seneghe
Western Sardinia
To stock up on the town's award-winning olive oil, make a beeline for the Oleificio Sociale Cooperativo di Seneghe on the Bonarcado road into town. Prices…
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Cagliari
Add a touch of Sardinian style to your wardrobe with a trip to Bistimentas. The shop is a celebration of island costumes and customs with everything from…
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Cagliari
One of Cagliari's best-stocked bottle shops, Enoteca Biondi sells wine and beer from all over the world, as well as a selection of Italian gourmet…
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Alghero
Antonio Marras is Alghero’s most famous fashion designer – he has worked as artistic director for Kenzo and is the stylist behind the I'm Isola Marras…
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Alghero
This light-filled boutique on the centre's main shopping drag carries the women's line of ready-to-wear Florentine label Tensione In. Styles change…
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Laboratorio Artigiano Maria Teresa Tangianu
Alghero
A bastion of authenticity amid the tourist shops in the centro storico, this place sells genuine handcrafted leatherware. Items range from sober satchels…
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Cantina Sociale della Vernaccia
Oristano
Oristano is famous for its fortified Vernaccia wine, and this cantina about 3km north of the city centre is the place to buy it. Most of Oristano’s local…
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Cagliari
Local designer Alice Tolu displays her vintage-inspired fashions at her chic boutique on trendy Via Sulis. Alongside her seasonal creations, you'll find a…
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Eastern Sardinia
As you cross through the spellbinding high country between Dorgali and Baunei, watch for the turnoff to Formaggi Gruthas, where you can stop to buy farm…
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Cagliari
This airy showroom is a cut above Cagliari's other souvenir shops. It showcases a range of products made by island artisans, including hand-crafted…
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Western Sardinia
Seneghe's award-winning olive oil comes in containers of every shape and size at this market in the heart of town. Grab an ultra-portable 250mL bottle (€5…
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Eastern Sardinia
For tastings and sales of the region's fine local Cannonau (and other Sardinian varietals), stop in at this wine shop in the heart of town.
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Cagliari
Three Sundays a month, Cagliaritani go bargain hunting at Cagliari Antiquaria, an antique and collectors market on Piazza del Carmine.
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Western Sardinia
On the main road through the village, this is the place to stock up on local olive oil. A litre costs between €8 and €9.
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Northwestern Sardinia
Stock up at the wine shop at Sella e Mosca, northern Sardinia's best-known wine producer.
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Su Marmuri Cooperative Tessile Artigiana
Eastern Sardinia
For rugs, towels, curtains and bedspreads bearing Maria’s naturalistic designs, head to the Su Marmuri Cooperative Tessile Artigiana. Here you’ll find a…
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Northeastern Sardinia
This atmospheric store is a one-stop shop for cork-based knick-knacks, ceramics, filigree jewellery and hand-crafted knives, as well as Sardinian…
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Eastern Sardinia
This art gallery showcases works by contemporary artists such as Antonio Corriga, Vittorio Calvi and Franco Carenti. Oils and watercolours predominate…
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Cagliari
Head to this pocket-sized covered market to brush up on your italiano at stalls laden with fresh fruit, cheese, wine, meat and bread.
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Sassari
Has a good selection of books on Sardinia as well as novels and non-fiction, mostly in Italian, and music on vinyl.
