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

Ostrava presents stores of various categories and profiles. These are large shopping malls, specialized stores, craft workshops, as well as colorful markets with a huge selection of fresh products. One of the most popular among tourists is Librex bookstore that was opened in 2001 and continues to be the largest store of its kind in town. The main feature of Librex is that here you can buy not only books in various languages of the world but also original souvenirs. This bookstore sells modern tourist guidebooks, thematic literature on the history and sights of the Czech Republic, beautiful postcard sets, and calendars. There is also a department with paintings and handmade souvenirs, inexpensive magnets and key rings.

Those who like to walk around big shopping centers should go to AVION Shopping Park Ostrava. One day wouldn't be enough for you to explore the entire shopping complex. It houses stores of the most popular global brands, including MANGO and H&M attracting customers with affordable prices and regular sales. Ladies should appreciate the variety of shops with fashionable, vibrant clothes, where you can get yourself fantastic outfits and accessories. This shopping mall is largely aimed at families. On its ground floor, there are shops with children's goods, as well as playgrounds for young visitors.

Futurum Ostrava that has gathered shops of various specializations within its walls is equally attractive. Besides clothing and footwear stores, it offers a lot of specialized shopping pavilions. Among them is one of the city's largest tobacco shops- Geco Tabák Tisk where they sell the best varieties of tobacco from around the world and all kinds of smoking accessories. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Ladies looking for original souvenirs and jewelry should certainly go check out Six store. Here you can pick chic jewelry from local manufacturers, not to mention beautiful souvenirs. For quality cosmetics and perfumes, go to Manufaktura Partner. The store is famous for its rich selection of organic cosmetics. Its customers can also choose cosmetic gift sets and lots of discounted branded products. Besides the above, the shopping center can offer a number of grocery stores selling the best regional delicacies. After shopping, its visitors can relax in one of the local restaurants or go to the cinema located in the same building.

Among local supermarkets, it is worth highlighting Tesco Stores ČR that would be of interest not only to those who prefer cooking their own meals on vacation. Most of the supermarket's space is occupied by shelves with food and drinks. Here you can buy fresh pastries, ready-made salads, and other dishes prepared directly in the store. However, tourists are more attracted to non-food departments where they can choose inexpensive clothes and shoes, children's products, various household goods and souvenirs. Besides, the supermarket has a large cosmetics & perfume zone, while many come here for popular Czech beers.

Budget-conscious guests of the city should visit Arena Morava Outlet, which offers high-quality branded products with year-round discounts of up to 80%. All year round, you can buy clothes for any season, from colorful T-shirts and sandals to warm winter jackets. The outlet presents cosmetics and perfume boutiques, as well as numerous accessories pavilions. Customers will be able to pick beautiful watches, branded sunglasses, and jewelry.

Some shops in Ostrava can surprise even seasoned shoppers. On one of the central city streets, you can discover a real Italian islet - Italia in Ostrava store. Its customers will be offered popular Italian-made products, as well as the best Italian wines. Apart from that, you can buy excellent olive oil and imported Italian cheese, while many come here for authentic spices. In search of cheap classic souvenirs, it's worth taking a walk around the railway station area. Inside the station building and around it, there are many souvenir shops selling traditional T-shirts and postcards, magnets and original beer mugs, and a host of other national souvenirs.