Shopping in Leeuwarden - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Leeuwarden boasts many interesting specialty shops, and for the most popular gastronomic specialties, it's worth going to Priuw Friese Streekwinkel store. It sells popular cheeses and meat delicacies, as well as various teas and beers from the most popular factories around. Dessert lovers will like local honey, and besides, all sorts of canned products are presented in the store. Many travelers are attracted by a rich selection of homemade cookies and fresh pastries. This store would also be of interest to connoisseurs of upscale wines.

Panta Rei specializing in antiques is extremely popular with visitors to the city. Everyone can pick suitable souvenirs “from the past”, the store sells chic vases and chandeliers, works of art and antique tableware. Ladies will enjoy the wide selection of vintage jewelry, scarves, and wallets. Last but not least, such cute accessories can be purchased at very attractive prices.

Travelers who prefer to buy exclusive artworks as memorable souvenirs will love Galerie de Roos van Tudor. It sells paintings and sculptures by famous local artists and is housed in a beautiful historic building standing on one of the central streets. The artworks are not cheap but they are all unique and one-of-a-kind. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Emmakade Antiek store occupies another charming historical building. Its hall is designed more like the one in a historical museum. In this antique shop, you can buy luxurious antiques, from carved marble columns to vintage dinnerware sets. This store is largely aimed at wealthy customers. Those who are not ready to spend more than necessary would be interested in vases and colored glass jewelry.

De Pluymgraaff offers customers more traditional souvenirs. This gift shop sells beautiful magnets and postcards, painted plates and amazing porcelain tableware in the national style. Fans of exclusive memorable gifts will be offered handmade national costumes, the store is also famous for its luxurious handmade wooden jewelry.

Leeuwarden is not deprived of original clothing stores, the most unusual of which is Kijk Kijk. This women’s fashion store offers its customers chic designer outfits that can't be found in any other store. Ladies will be able to choose stylish, catchy clothes for different seasons, pick up new bags, shawls, belts, and other accessories. This store is also famous for its extensive range of jewelry. The boutique presents clothing and accessories from YaYa, Enjoy, Oozo, Stamps, Elvira and Gafair.

BeOne is considered to be an equally attractive women's clothing store. It is sure to appeal to ladies who prefer comfortable and at the same time trendy clothes. The store offers a large selection of jackets, blouses, scarves, and accessories that will make every outfit unique.

A real city attraction is De Treinenpassage store, which can even be mistaken for a classic toy store during a first visit. In fact, the main visitors to this store are adults who come here to buy chic models of cars, planes, and trains, as well as special assembly kits. This store is private, the manual assembly of exclusive models is the life's hobby for its owner. Many collectors from many European countries seek to visit this specialized store.

This coming Friday, be sure to go to the local market located in Wilhelminaplein. The most common farm products are presented in this place. Tourists are attracted by a rich selection of home-made cheese, wine, various medicinal herbs, and fresh pastries. You can always buy seasonal fruits and vegetables in the market.