Rome Shopping Guide

From Yolo Journal's "Our Rome Black Book 2.0" — every shop in the Shopping section, with looked-up addresses. The Sun tag flags Sunday closures; the Open days column covers the rest of the week. Click a header to sort; tap the heart to save favorites.

🛍 Shopping   🍝 Eat + Drink
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Sunday closure is the common gotcha (flagged at left). The other is Monday: many Rome boutiques open Monday afternoon only — shown in the Open days column (e.g. "Tue–Sat + Mon PM"). Hours shift seasonally; confirm before a special trip.

♥ Store Category Area Sun Open days Address Description
Atelier BombaFashionTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza del PopoloClosed SunTue–SatVia dell'Oca 39, 00186 RomaLovely off-the-rack, beautifully made classics (especially the delicate knitwear), but if you want a dress or suit custom-made, this is the spot. Cristina and Michele (mother and son) who own it are the most charming, warm hosts.
Laura UrbinatiFashionTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza del PopoloSun unverifiedHours unverifiedVia dell'Oca 48, 00186 RomaFor Italian swimsuits that are divino.
Davide CenciFashionCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia di Campo Marzio 1/7, 00186 RomaAn excellent edit of clothing and accessories for men, women, and kids.
BorsalinoFashionCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–SatVia di Campo Marzio 72/A, 00186 RomaThe hat maker, near Via di Campo Marzio.
SlowearMostly for MenCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDailyVia di Campo Marzio 73, 00186 RomaBeautifully made knitwear and good seasonal basics.
MomoniFashionCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDailyVia di Campo Marzio 81/83, 00186 RomaWomen's clothing.
TebroSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via dei Prefetti 46, 00186 RomaA 6th-gen family-owned store with the most incredible linen pajamas, for the same price as the cotton ones at Schostal. Beautiful robes, smoking jackets, and anything in the bedding world you could imagine.
De Clercq & De ClercqFashionCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia dei Prefetti 10, 00186 RomaKnitwear.
Pratesi (handbag restorer)FashionCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedHours unverifiedPiazza di Firenze 22, 00186 RomaRestores and sells classic handbags. This is the handbag restorer 'Clinica della Borsa di Gianluca Pratesi,' not the linens brand.
BooktiqueSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via della Stelletta 17, 00186 RomaPrimarily a well-curated book shop, but they also have Venetian slippers and cute tote bags with Roman expressions like 'Daje' (come on).
Furia LivingHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedHours unverifiedVia della Scrofa 40, 00186 RomaA well-curated lifestyle store.
GrifoniFashionCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via della Scrofa 37, 00186 RomaElevated basics for men and women.
Lisa CortiFashionCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia dei Coronari 197, 00186 RomaA great place to pick up a perfect summer dress.
Massimo AlbaMostly for MenCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Coronari 203 (Palazzo Lancellotti), 00186 RomaBeautifully made knitwear and good seasonal basics.
Chez DedeFashionCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriOpen SunOpen exc. MonVia di Monserrato 35, 00186 RomaAlways something interesting — from Viennese pajamas and nightshirts (great summer dresses) to bags, jewelry, antiques, and books. Pair it with Caffe Peru, or lunch at Pierluigi, also on Via di Monserrato.
Le Tre SarteFashionCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriSun unverifiedHours unverifiedPiazza de' Ricci 126, 00186 RomaAtelier just off Via di Monserrato; the couple makes clothing to order, largely by appointment.
Labsolue (Perfume Laboratory)Fashion / BeautyCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunTue–SatVia di Monserrato 42, 00186 RomaPerfume laboratory; open Tue–Sat only.
GiuncartSouvenirsCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia del Pellegrino 93, 00186 RomaHas been making baskets, hats, boxes — you name it — with straw, since 1960. A hat or a small purse makes a nice, flat gift to bring back.
Non Solo OroJewelry/WatchesCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriLikely closed SunMon–SatVia del Pellegrino 193, 00186 RomaA great selection of vintage charms and rings — one of the author's favorite cameos is from here.
SchostalSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia della Fontanella di Borghese 29, 00186 RomaA Roman institution where locals have always gone for basics — t-shirts, underwear, socks, and the now-famous pajamas (a cult souvenir, helped along by Harry Styles). Can get picked over, but still worth a stop; say hi to Shirley, one of the kindest people in Rome.
Emporio CentraleSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDailyLargo del Teatro Valle 1, 00186 RomaHands-down the author's favorite place to pick up Italian souvenirs. If Rome is your last stop, you could pick up all your small gifts here. From the corno (red pepper talisman) to Venetian slippers, they've curated the very best and most surprising made-in-Italy objects.
GammarelliSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–SatVia di Santa Chiara 34, 00186 RomaFor the long Pope or cardinal socks — for both adults and little ones.
La Bottega del MarmoraroSouvenirsTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaClosed SunMon–SatVia Margutta 53B, 00187 RomaOne of the most charming ateliers in the city, where a second-generation marble carver makes custom signs. Best spot for presents for friends — though they'll weigh down your bags.
GiolittiSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDailyVia degli Uffici del Vicario 40, 00186 RomaEveryone's favorite gelato spot; lovely in the mornings with locals having cappuccino. Bring it home with an espresso cup and saucer for 10 euros, or the cappuccino set for 12.
C.u.c.i.n.aSouvenirsTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaOpen SunDailyVia Mario de' Fiori 65, 00187 RomaA kitchen store right near the Spanish Steps, with fantastic metal tins that say biscotti, cafe, te, sale.
Ibiz RomaSouvenirsCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Chiavari 39, 00186 RomaA 50-year-old family business making leather accessories — from a dog collar-and-leash combo to a beautiful woven wine bottle holder for your bicycle.
Fabindia RomaSouvenirsCentro StoricoPonte / BanchiOpen SunDailyVia del Banco di Santo Spirito 40, 00186 RomaAn Italian home, clothing and accessories store with beautiful block prints made in India. Favorite gifts: oven mitts, toiletry bags, notebooks, and an indigo bedspread.
Antica CartotecnicaSouvenirsCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMPiazza dei Caprettari 61, 00186 RomaA very old store selling deadstock notebooks, typewriters, pens, and inkwells, right near the Pantheon.
Dante Mortet (Bottega Mortet)SouvenirsCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Portoghesi 18, 00186 RomaThe atelier of a 5th-generation sculptor and chiseler who makes bronzes of hands and feet, primarily for celebrities, using the same ancient techniques as his predecessors.
Bar San CalistoSouvenirsTrastevereOpen SunDailyPiazza di San Calisto 3-4, 00153 RomaHas the best t-shirt to bring back — a superb logo.
Giuliva HeritageFashionCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriLikely closed SunMon–SatVia di Monserrato 43, 00186 RomaA beautiful clothing line for men and women, based in Rome. No store yet, but a gorgeous atelier on Via di Monserrato; make an appointment via their site if you're a serious shopper.
Maison HalabyFashionCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via di Monserrato 21, 00186 RomaBeautiful handbags; recommended alongside Chez Dede on Via di Monserrato.
L'Archivio di Monserrato (Soledad Twombly)FashionCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriLikely closed SunMon–Sat (Mon ?)Via di Monserrato 150, 00186 RomaSoledad Twombly's store; recommended alongside Chez Dede on Via di Monserrato.
Alla Giulia (allagiulia)FashionTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaOpen SunOpen exc. MonVia Borgognona 7 (Palazzo Torlonia), 00187 RomaMakes the cutest Venetian-style slipper shoes, but with fringe; you can get your initials customized, and the kids' slippers are troppo cute. (Named for founder Giulia, not Via Giulia.)
Calzature Campo MarzioFashionCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDailyVia di Campo Marzio 29/31, 00186 RomaCute velvet house-slipper slides that are very chic and perfect for a dinner party or walking around a hotel (streets and rain would ruin them), plus Mary Jane Venetian slippers not seen anywhere else.
MaxMara and Weekend MaxMaraFashionTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaOpen SunDailyVia dei Condotti 17-18-18/A, 00187 RomaA global brand worth it here because the pricing is so much better than outside Italy, plus the tax refund. The author bought a coat for 1,800 euros that was $4,000 in the US, and got the tax back.
AspesiFashionTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaOpen SunDailyVia del Babuino 144/A, 00187 RomaAn Italian brand the author adores — the best pants and shirts, elevated basics. The pants have a wide leg slim on the upper thigh, plus a forgiving wide elastic waistband. Crisp cotton in summer, nice wool for colder seasons.
BattistoniMostly for MenTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Condotti 61/A, 00187 RomaJust off Via Condotti in a quiet courtyard; opened in 1946 doing custom clothing. Now more of a multi-brand store, but always with Italian brands you didn't know, and a great art collection from famous friends who decorated it.
BrugnoliMostly for MenPrati, Borgo & VaticanPrati / VaticanClosed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia degli Scipioni 35/A, 00192 RomaA fantastic men's store near the Vatican, focused on shoes (Alden, Paraboot) but also clothes and other accessories.
DoppelgangerMostly for MenTrevi & BarberiniTritoneOpen SunDailyVia del Tritone 130, 00187 RomaWell-priced, smart-looking Italian menswear with classic cuts — long-sleeved linen shirts, polos, well-fitted Bermuda shorts, and cotton/linen blazers under $500. Great if your luggage doesn't arrive.
Boggi MilanoMostly for MenCentro StoricoVia del CorsoOpen SunDailyVia del Corso 27/28, Galleria Alberto Sordi, 00186 RomaWell-priced, smart-looking Italian menswear with classic cuts — linen shirts, polos, Bermuda shorts, and cotton/linen blazers under $500. Great if your luggage doesn't arrive.
Spada RomaMostly for MenCentro StoricoSan Lorenzo in LucinaOpen SunDailyPiazza di San Lorenzo in Lucina 20, 00186 RomaWell-priced, smart-looking Italian menswear with classic cuts — linen shirts, polos, Bermuda shorts, and cotton/linen blazers under $500. Great if your luggage doesn't arrive.
Pifebo VintageVintage ClothingMonti, Colosseo & EsquilinoMontiOpen SunDailyVia dei Serpenti 135, 00184 RomaGreat vintage shopping in the Monti area — one of the author's favorites.
King Size VintageVintage ClothingMonti, Colosseo & EsquilinoMontiOpen SunDailyVia Leonina 78, 00184 RomaGreat vintage shopping in the Monti area — one of the author's favorites.
Flamingo VintageVintage ClothingMonti, Colosseo & EsquilinoMontiSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via del Boschetto 123, 00184 RomaGreat vintage shopping in the Monti area — one of the author's favorites.
Humana VintageVintage ClothingCentro StoricoCorso VittorioOpen SunDailyCorso Vittorio Emanuele II 199, 00186 RomaIf you don't mind picking through, Humana (several shops around town) often has great stuff — Matt has scored a lot of vintage tennis kits here.
CinziaVintage ClothingCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaOpen SunDailyVia del Governo Vecchio 45, 00186 RomaGood vintage on Via del Governo Vecchio — best to wander around and discover.
Ciao VintageVintage ClothingCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaSun unverifiedHours unverifiedVia del Governo Vecchio 71, 00186 RomaGood vintage on Via del Governo Vecchio — best to wander around and discover.
Omero + CeciliaVintage ClothingCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaLikely closed SunMon–SatVia del Governo Vecchio 110, 00186 RomaGood vintage on Via del Governo Vecchio — best to wander around and discover.
MercantileVintage ClothingCentro StoricoCorso VittorioOpen SunDailyCorso Vittorio Emanuele II 190-192, 00186 RomaA big selection of men's and women's clothing, in a spacious storefront.
TwiceVintage ClothingTrastevereOpen SunDailyVia di San Francesco a Ripa 7, 00153 RomaA favorite for clothes, accessories, and jewelry in Trastevere.
31 Vintage AvenueVintage ClothingCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriOpen SunDailyVia dei Chiavari 31, 00186 RomaNear Campo de' Fiori; always has great Gucci and Ferragamo bags, plus workwear and dress-up, in pristine condition.
DispensabileHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPiazza VeneziaClosed SunMon–SatVia d'Aracoeli 37-39, 00186 RomaOne of the coolest home stores around — like an architect's office with a small retail area, then room after room upstairs, each styled inspiringly. They don't sell online but have a registry section.
Decorarte Flli PinciHome/AntiquesTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaClosed SunMon–SatVia del Babuino 128, 00187 RomaFor the best handmade brass home details — everything from doorbells and handles to lighting fixtures.
StayHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoGhetto / Campo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Falegnami 63/64, 00186 RomaMakes the most beautiful bedding and table decor — linen sheets, waffle cotton blankets, and a great palette for napkins and tablecloths. All made in Italy.
Vittorio BagagliHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPantheonOpen SunDaily; Mon PM onlyVia di Campo Marzio 42, 00186 RomaA homeware store around since 1855 — the kind of place fancy Romans would have their registry, and a good spot for special Italian glassware.
Il ParalumeHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia di Monserrato 50, 00186 RomaOne of the author's favorite lampshade shops — especially the half shade, such a revelation.
Paralumi (L.A.R. Paralumi)Home/AntiquesCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–SatVia del Leoncino 29, 00186 RomaOne of the author's favorite lampshade shops — especially the half shade.
I Paralumi di SenzacquaHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Pianellari 18, 00186 RomaOne of the author's favorite lampshade shops. (Trades as 'I Paralumi di Luigi Senzacqua' — the guide's 'Lorenzo' appears to be a name mix-up.)
Antonella PetragliaHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPantheonSun unverifiedHours unverifiedVia dell'Arancio 45, 00186 RomaA great edit of antiques from the turn of the 20th century to mid-century.
Industria Garage RomaHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Banchi Vecchi 119, 00186 RomaAn incredible selection of Thonet. (Trades as 'Industrial Garage Roma.')
Molto CollectiblesHome/AntiquesGreater RomeParioliClosed SunMon–SatViale Parioli 87, 00197 RomaA fantastic edit of mostly 20th-century furniture. The guide says Prati; current listings place the showroom in Parioli — confirm location.
Antica Libreria CascianelliHome/AntiquesCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaOpen SunDailyLargo Febo 15, 00186 RomaA bric-a-brac vibe — rare books and maps to vintage postcards and photographs; allegedly where Alessandro Michele (former Gucci creative director) likes to linger.
Piazza Borghese (Mercato delle Stampe)Flea MarketsCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–Sat marketLargo della Fontanella di Borghese, 00186 RomaLovely framed drawings and some antiques — worth a gander.
Ponte MilvioFlea MarketsGreater RomePonte MilvioOpen SunSunday onlyPiazzale di Ponte Milvio / Via Capoprati on the Tiber, 00135 RomaA flea market on Sunday along the river. Typically scheduled Sundays — check the monthly calendar.
Porta PorteseFlea MarketsTrastevereOpen SunSunday onlyStart at Piazza Ippolito Nievo, 00153 RomaThe author's Sunday-morning ritual for 3+ years. Begin at Piazza Ippolito Nievo, not Porta Portese itself. Hug the left path, loop back, then take the next road. Something for everyone — vintage glass ashtrays, travel ephemera, clothing; not great for furniture. Go before 10 in winter, before 8:30 in summer (heat/crowds by 10:30). Dress down, bring a canvas bag, learn 'quanto costa?' Best score: a green Gucci letter holder for 15 euros.
Studio Incisioni Luca VichiJewelry/WatchesCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriLikely closed SunMon–SatVia di San Paolo alla Regola 36/b, 00186 RomaMakes the most beautiful engraved rings — for popes and plebes.
Massimo Maria MelisJewelry/WatchesCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaLikely closed SunTue–Sat + Mon PMVia dell'Orso 57, 00186 RomaA former costume designer who makes incredible gold Greek/Etruscan-inspired pieces using coins and cameos.
PetochiJewelry/WatchesTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Piazza di Spagna (historic shop, left of the Spanish Steps); a related listing appears at Via Margutta 1/B, 00187 Roma — confirm current storefrontOne of the oldest jewelers (5th gen) in Rome; Matt has a custom signet ring collab with them.
BrandizziJewelry/WatchesCentro StoricoPiazza NavonaClosed SunMon–SatVia dei Coronari 10, 00186 RomaA trusted source for good vintage watches.
QuattrocoloJewelry/WatchesCentro StoricoPantheonLikely closed SunTue–SatVia della Scrofa 48, 00186 RomaA jewelry store around since 1938, selling beautiful vintage jewelry.
Il MinotauroKidsCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunMon–SatVia del Pellegrino 110/111, 00186 Roma (a newer location at Via Banco di Santo Spirito 47 is also referenced — verify)A lovely, well-curated toy store opened by a French expat — whether you need to pacify your kid on the trip or bring one back.
VippiniKidsCentro StoricoPantheonClosed SunMon–SatVia della Fontanella di Borghese 65, 00186 RomaThe sweetest smock dresses and little-boy pinafores — right across from Schostal, which also has great kids' pjs.
CIR (Corredi e Ricami a Mano)KidsTridente & Spanish StepsPiazza di SpagnaSun unverifiedOpen Mon (Sun ?)Via del Babuino 103, 00187 Roma (a second location is listed at Piazza Barberini 11)The most beautiful dresses for little girls — plus incredible hand-embroidered cocktail napkins and placemats.
RacheleKidsCentro StoricoCampo de' FioriClosed SunTue–SatVicolo del Bollo 6/7, 00186 RomaA cute kids' clothing store on a tiny alley just off Via del Pellegrino.