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The 10 Best European Cities For Shopping
1) Zagreb, Croatia (Price of accommodations: $102 per weekend)
Okay, Zagreb may not be the first destination you have in mind when we talk about shopping, but with around 915 clothing and shoe stores, it’s a worthy winner on this list! In addition to the multi-national chains such as Zara, H&M, and Mango, there are also a lot of boutiques that put (emerging) Croatian designers first. Start your shopping trip on Tkalčićeva Street, where you will find small, local and unique shops. To recharge your batteries, you should visit Eli’s café for a delicious cappuccino or latte macchiato. Summer sales: Start from July 1st (can last a maximum of 60 days).
2) Turin, Italy (Price of accommodations: $145 per weekend)
3) Vienna, Austria (Price of accommodations: $175 per weekend)
4) Naples, Italy (Price of accommodations: $143 per weekend)
5) Munich, Germany (Price of accommodations: $224 per weekend)
6) Bucharest, Romania (Price of accommodations: $97 per weekend)
7) Cologne, Germany (Price of accommodations: Around $231 per weekend)
The center of Cologne is largely pedestrianized and therefore a really pleasant experience for shopping. This explains why it is ranked seventh with an average of 4.26 stars for 1800 stores. Schildergasse is the largest shopping street and the best place to find a wide array of international brands. On the other hand, for a more unique shopping experience, it is best to head towards the Belgian district. Summer sales: End of July / beginning of August.
8) Sofia, Bulgaria (Price of accommodation: $76 per weekend)
The 1600 stores in the Bulgarian capital have an average score of 4.26 on Google. The shopping streets were gradually abandoned and instead, the focus turned to shop centers after the fall of communism. These streets are now filled with beautiful cafés and markets. The most beautiful and popular shopping centers in Sofia are the Paradise Center and the Mall of Sofia. Summer sales: Usually from July until August.
9) Rome, Italy (Price of accommodation: $184 per weekend)
Whether it’s about big international brands or small local labels: you better wear comfy shoes if you want to try to visit all 8400 stores in the Italian capital. Via del Corso is probably the largest shopping street, but all the small streets in the neighborhood are just as nice to take a stroll through. Shopping aside, Rome offers undeniable beauty, making it the perfect destination for your next city destination. Summer sales: Start of July until mid-August or until inventory is gone.
10) Milan, Italy (Price of accommodation: Around $288 per weekend)
Although Milan is the epicenter for the entire fashion industry during the Fashion Weeks, the city finds itself at the very bottom of this ranking. It seems that the 5800 stores are not the most appreciated by buyers, but nevertheless still get an average score of 4.25 stars. Among the highlights: The Quadrilateral of Fashion, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. Summer sales: from 7th July, (for 30 days).