Enthusiastic fashionistas should definitely come by Bergen's Kløverhuset shopping center, which is one of the oldest shopping complexes in Norway and occupies a very beautiful historic building. It houses the most popular designer boutiques, including Timberland and Benetton. Some shops offering more affordable prices are found for frugal customers here, as well. In addition to clothing, they sell lovely household goods and souvenirs in national style.
One more nice specialized store is located nearby the Bryggen waterfront. It is called Bryggen Husflid and is famous for its wonderful Norwegian sweaters. All the sweaters presented in the store are exclusively hand-knitted. Local craftsmen use woolen yarn of the highest quality only to create their masterpieces. Here you'll find not only sweaters but other beautiful knitted things, as well as exclusive souvenirs.
The Fish Market can be easily called one of the most picturesque city's places. Even those who are not going to cook for themselves during their rest should visit it. This market offers a chic choice of seafood from already known to all marine species to huge crabs and lobsters. If you fail to withstand the tempting delicacies, you can buy your favorite seafood and ask the local chefs to grill it. Right on the territory of the market, there are several open cafes, where sea delicacies are prepared.
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