Shopping in Rome can be a cool experience, with a few scenes that you’d struggle to find elsewhere. Behind the façade of magnificent Ancient Roman ruins and preserved Renaissance architecture, Rome is also a shopping haven – you don’t need to walk too far from piazzas or old cobbled streets to stumble upon buzzing marketplaces. Such markets are great for bargain hunting, with fresh farmers’ goods and antique trinkets that can good gifts. Of course, there’s the modern side to the Rome shopping scene, with among the best Italian boutiques and fashion designer brands around.
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12 Best Places to Go Shopping in Rome
The best places to go shopping in Rome show that there's more to Rome than ancient monuments. The historic centre is home to outdoor markets and shops selling hand-tooled leather goods. In residential Prati you'll find recognisable brands, while Italy's luxury labels...