Shopping and Gift Ideas in Venice, Italy

Pasta What should you buy in Venice? Masks? figurines? a handbag? shoes? Murano glass creations? antiques? ceramics?

It's a fact that art and craftsmanship are on offer here, perhaps even a little too... ostensibly.

So it's important to know where to find the best items and what to buy with care, otherwise you'll find yourself at home with a carnival mask. with a Venetian carnival mask made in Asia.

Rest assured, there are plenty of quality artisans in Venice and you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to bringing home an authentic and original gift.

Shop opening times in Venice

Murano Glass beads Most shops like clothes and gifts are closed on Monday morning.

On the other hand, food shops or even drugstores, will generally close on Wednesday afternoon.

Almost all shops are closed on Sundays, with the exception of some shops selling souvenirs and other tourist items.

On 26 December, the day of Santo Stefano, shops are closed.

Opening times

Antiques in Venice The most common opening times are from 9am in the morning to 7.30pm in the evening with closing for the lunch break-sieste from 1pm to sometimes until 4pm.

Good Places

So here you will find all our good addresses in Venice to unearth the pearl, the gift that will delight you or even please your friends.

And let's not forget the pleasures of the mouth, ice cream and pasta included!

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