Shopping in Ascoli Piceno - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Olives and olive oil remain the most popular products that tourists should pay attention to during a vacation in Ascoli Piceno. This popular regional product is available in canned versions. Tins with olives are sold in all grocery shops and supermarkets. Consider buying sheep milk cheese and smoked sausages – these products will remain fresh even during a long journey home.

There are several attractive shopping malls in the town, and Centro Commerciale Ascoli Piceno Al Battente is one of the largest. There is a supermarket on the first floor with a selection of the most popular regional foods and wine brought from all regions of Italy. Fans of stylish items will be pleased to see multiple clothing and shoe stores, most of which offer goods of the most famous Italian brands. Smaller shops with cosmetics, perfumes, and accessories also deserve a visit. When you are tired of your shopping spree, it is time to relax in one of the charming cafes that are open in the mall.

Although Centro Commerciale Citta' delle Stelle is located at some distance from the town center, this is a no less attractive shopping mall. It is primarily famous for its multiple clothing shops. People of different ages wearing different clothing styles will easily find something suitable here. You can see both fashionistas in search of designer outfits and people who like casual and practical clothes here. The shopping mall is targeted at families with children – there are many children’s clothing and toy stores here, as well as cute playgrounds. The supermarket on the first floor sells not only food but also inexpensive clothes, cosmetics, toys, and sports accessories. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you are searching for a place to buy organic products from nearby farms, visit Conad. It always has a stock of the best foods from all parts of the region and Italy. Tourists visit Conad to buy wine and liqueurs, meat delicacies, spices, olive oil, and canned food. By the way, delicious nougat with nuts, which is always available here, can make a great souvenir. Finally, it is possible to find affordable clothes and articles of daily necessity at Conad.

Flea markets are an interesting peculiarity of Ascoli Piceno. They are great for buying souvenirs and other interesting items. The roofed Il Mercatino Dell'Usato market is situated in the central part of the town. It resembles a shopping center. You can find various antiquities here, from porcelain tableware and artworks to collectibles and vintage clothes. It is even possible to purchase antique furniture and old jewelry here. Tourists who don’t plan to buy anything often visit Il Mercatino Dell'Usato as a museum.

Negroni CASA is one of the most famous gift and souvenir shops in the town. It is open in a gorgeous historical building with a well-preserved original décor. This shop is a great place to buy exclusive and high-quality gifts. It always has a stock of premium porcelain tableware from regional manufacturers, exquisite photo frames, and home ornaments. Pay attention to accessories made from colored glass, designer clocks, and kitchen goods. Negroni CASA is quite an expensive shop, so this is a primary destination for everyone who likes exclusive and premium souvenirs.

If you visit Ascoli Piceno with children, don’t forget to take them to Zero Pensieri. This is a popular children’s clothing store open in the center of the town. Zero Pensieri sells stylish and quality Italian clothes for children of different ages. There are cute clothes for babies and trendy outfits for teenagers. The prices become very affordable during the sale season. The located nearby Stilcasa di Carpani Teresa offers a broad range of regional foods. Tourists can buy delicious canned olives, fruit jams, marmalade, popular regional spices, and other products here.

To buy unusual and inexpensive souvenirs, visit Cartolibreria La Fortezza. This shop specializes in gifts and memorabilia but it also has a stock of children’s items. You can always buy colorful t-shirts and backpacks, interesting carnival costumes, toys, and hobby items here. If you haven’t found interesting souvenirs in the shops mentioned above, visit Rose Rosa di Ramona. This shop sells attractive vintage style accessories and many handmade ornaments. If you visit Rose Rosa di Ramona during the Christmas period, you will be able to buy fabulous home décor items made by local craftsmen.