Shopping in Romania - outlets, shopping streets and boutiques

Before you start shopping in Romania you need to buy the local currency – Lei. Prices in some stores are also indicated in Euros but only national monetary units are accepted for calculation. Currency exchange is carried out only by Banks so it is necessary to find the nearest branch. The working schedule of stores is usually standard; from 9 am to 6 pm. Romanians however take a lunch break from 12 noon to 3 pm. The larger cities are richly equipped with places offering round-the-clock sales.

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The main advantage of shopping in Romania is the European quality of goods in combination with the affordable price policy of the country. For example, the Unirea Shopping Centre located in the center of Bucharest is famous for its large number of well-known brands and regular sales. In this shopping complex, it is recommended you pay attention to the departments of dishes and jewelry in addition to clothing and shoes. Romania is famous for its high-quality production of crystal, leather and precious stones.

As in most European countries, the biggest discounts in Romania will please buyers before Christmas. Also, international brands enjoy seasonal sales before launching new collections into stores. As for street trade, the central cities of Romania, especially their tourist areas, thrive with street jewelry stores. In the range of genuine yellow and gold, if desired, you can find things of a unique and unusual design. The best jewelry is presented in specialized stores of the Cellini brand. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

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The country is traditionally famous for its pottery skills. For those who love to decorate their homes with cute trinkets, it is recommended you visit any small town or village to get original and useful souvenirs for relatives and friends. It should be noted that the people of Romania are quite religious. Therefore, products related to this subject are widely popular in this country.

Another thing of pride for the Romanians is the high-quality clothing of leather and knitwear. You can buy clothes, shoes and bags made of genuine leather of the highest quality for a low price. Romania is similar to Italy in this regard, also offering its guests an original design of durable leather products. Warm sweaters from angora and cashmere both of industrial and handicraft production, are another option for souvenirs that can be brought from Romania.

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Shopping mall in the city of Cluj-Napoca is an outlet in which the world’s most famous brands are bought at low prices. In addition to a wide selection of clothes and shoes, the Center houses specialized accessory stores, and offers seasonal sales. Its moderate traffic will save customers from the tedious experience of standing in queues.

Palas Mall in the city of Iasi is a real palace where you can find goods of low prices, good quality and variety to choose from. An additional pleasant trifle is a huge food court with fast food joints and authentic local restaurants. Shopping in Palas Mall not only entails the acquisition of useful things, but also very tasty and varied food at affordable prices.

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The small town of Maramures can boast of being the most famous center among the Romanians in the Baia Mare region. Free from the metropolitan bustle and surcharges, this shopping center was originally created as a stock for famous brands, so everyone has the opportunity to purchase quality items at great discounts.

The AFI Cotroceni shopping mall which is located in the suburbs of Bucharest, boasts of a wide selection of original local products available in a specialized supermarket. Located near a local airport, this shopping center is an ideal place to buy typical Romanian food.

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Shopping streets in Romania
♥ Shopping area ' Bulevardul Eroilor' Cluj-Napoca. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Bulevardul Magheru' Bucharest. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Bulevardul Tomis' Constanţa. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Calea Republicii' Oradea. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Calea Victoriei' Bucharest. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Piaţa Unirii' Cluj-Napoca. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Shopping area ' Strada Ștefan cel Mare' Constanţa. On the map Show on the map

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Shopping malls, boutiques and outlets in top cities of Romania

Bucharest

Urbanesc can safely be called one of the most original shops in the city. It is located in a chic old villa. This historic building houses a popular national restaurant and some shopping pavilions. It is a really good place to purchase unusual designer handmade jewelry. Budget customers will be able to choose colorful T-shirts, and a beautiful playground awaits young visitors. In the old industrial building of Bucharest, whose walls are now adorned with bright graffiti drawings, is located an … Read more

Brasov

There are several excellent trading centers in the city. One of the largest is Coresi Shopping Mall. It houses plenty of brand clothing stores and a large grocery supermarket, in which products are sold at very attractive prices. This shopping and entertainment complex will be interesting for the whole family. Attractions and carousels are equipped here for children. Lovers of unusual jewelry should definitely come by Pebs Jewelry store. They sell exclusive jewelry with natural minerals and … Read more

Constanta

To look through all the shops of City Park Mall, you will need more than one day. Its distinctive feature is the variety of stores with children's goods where one can pick clothes for children of any age, chose interesting toys and other indispensable goods for kids. The shopping complex is also famous for the abundance of branded European fashion stores. Sweet lovers will be delighted with colorful pastry shops' windows. A cinema and other entertainment facilities operate in the shopping … Read more

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