Shopping in Isola di Ischia - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Ischia is not the best place to buy brand clotheas from world famous designers. If you want to buy not Italian products, but any other brands, then you should better consider a trip to Naples. It won’t take long, and the variety of choice of clothes, shoes, perfumes, and accessories in continental Italy is much greater than on the island. The locals themselves, for example, prefer to make large purchases there. Nevertheless, even on Ischia, you can find the quality of local production. You can also find imported products here, of course, but the prices are not the lowest.

The largest concentration of shops is on Via Roma in Ischia Port, which originates in the port. You can also find a large warehouse store in Florio. There is also an outlet on the island, though it is only one. Going shopping, keep in mind that local stores start working at 8.30 in the morning, work steadily until one in the afternoon, and then reopen only at 16.30. When the store closes for the night depends only on its owner – in summer many shops are open almost until midnight. However, it is worth remembering that the Italians are not famous for punctuality, therefore the shop you liked may be closed even when, in theory, it should be open. Keep in mind that on Sunday and Monday morning almost everything is closed, and on Thursday, the work time is usually reduced.

Those, who watch after their skin and love everything natural, should take a closer look at the products of the local company Le Terme della Bellezza. The cosmetics made from natural components with the mandatory addition of local medicinal waters in one form or another is sold in most of the island's SPA centers. Local perfume Sapori d'Ischia is also interesting. Those who want to bring good clothes and shoes from Ischia should visit such brand stores as Brunello Cucinelli, YSL, Prada, Liu Jo, Stuart Weitzman, Fendi. The products of these firms are produced in Italy, therefore the prices for it are very pleasant. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you want to buy goods for children in Ischia, then you should visit the store Cicco the commune of Barano. There is every chance of even getting a discount if you bargain well. Also, children's goods stores, Io Bimbo and Universo Bimbo, are located in Casamicciola. By the way, they sell things not only for newborns and preschoolers but also for teenagers. Besides clothing and footwear, here you can find toys, hygiene products and household chemicals for children. The ceramic factory Melella, which is obligatory for visiting for every traveler, is located in the same area. For five centuries, they have been producing here various ceramic products, and anyone can become familiar with the technique of its production. The products from the factory you can buy right there for a small price for such a unique souvenir.

Be sure to buy at least one bottle of local wine for yourself or as a gift. Pietratorcia Vigne di Chignole, Perrazzo Bianco superior, Ischia Bianco are made from grapes grown on the island. The liqueur will also be an excellent souvenir. Fortunately, the assortment of this drink is huge here: bright yellow Limoncello with lemon, in some ways, is a landmark of the island, Nocillo with nut, Rucolino with herbs, melon, strawberry, and orange – for any taste and price. You can also buy local pasta, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, coffee, and cheese. Look closely at leather products from local craftsmen and jewelry. An original present to a loved one will be a carnival mask, which there are a lot here.