Walking through the streets of Rome is like exploring the world’s largest open-air museum. Every corner of the city holds centuries worth of history, and there are many treasure troves to explore. Finding the best souvenirs from Rome is a lot of fun, because there are a lot of great artisan shops to choose from. Even if you’re looking for Rome postcards, you’ll be met with hundreds of shops selling prints from local artists that make great keepsakes.
From family-run boutique shops to old artisan workshops, you’ll be spoiled for choice while looking for the best souvenirs from Rome to take home with you. The main tourist areas, where the famous ancient sites in Rome are located, are full of tacky souvenir shops, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for the more authentic shops instead. Here are several places where you can find some of the best souvenirs from Rome during your trip to the Eternal City.
Where to find the best souvenirs from Rome
La Sella
La Sella is a beautiful boutique shop in Rome that’s known for its handcrafted leather goods. We visited their shop near the Trevi Fountain, but they have another shop near the Pantheon too. The workshop specializes in leather goods such as bags, belts, and wallets, and each product is crafted using traditional techniques. Before leaving La Sella, don’t forget to get your initials stamped into whatever you buy – free of charge!
Gran Cafe Marcel
Hidden away near Piazza Navona is a small shop where you can find some of the cheapest and best souvenirs from Rome. Gran Cafe Marcel is perfect if you’re looking to bring some art home with you. The handmade prints are crafted using traditional techniques, and each piece captures the timeless beauty of the Italian capital in a unique way. You can find everything from printed tiles to framed prints, tote bags, and fabric coin purses here. The owner is happy to give you something to drink while you walk around the shop too.
Booktique
While there are a lot of fantastic traditional shops to buy souvenirs from Rome in, don’t be afraid to go in modern shops too. Booktique is a great example of a bookshop where you can also find unique gifts. This concept store has a wide variety of products for sale, including unique modern prints and posters that would look great in any household. The store is separated into two rooms, with one dedicated to books and one dedicated to selling quirky gifts and household items.
Al Sogno
Located in Piazza Navona is Al Sogno – a beautiful historic shop in Rome dedicated to all things toys. This is a very nostalgic shop that’s perfect for toy collectors as well as people looking to bring home handcrafted dolls, vintage toys, and intricately made marionettes. As soon as you step inside Al Sogno you’ll be transported back in time, as much of the toy shop still features its original decor. You’ll find a nice mixture of vintage and modern toys here, making it a good contender for where to find the best souvenirs from Rome.
Sant’Eustachio il Caffe
Sant’Eustachio il Caffe is a historic spot in Rome for coffee. It’s been open since 1938 and this cafe is known for having some of the best espresso in the city. Beyond enjoying a quick espresso here, you can also grab a few products to take with you as a souvenir. When we visited there was a very long line of people purchasing bags of coffee and other goodies at the till. You might also come across Sant’Eustachio il Caffe outside of Rome – it’s that popular!
Venchi
If you want to take something sweet home with you from Rome, your best option is to visit one of the many chocolate shops in the Italian capital. Venchi was founded in 1878 so they know a thing or two about making chocolate. It’s one of the most well known chocolate shops in Italy, and its popularity comes from its artisanal creations that are made using the finest ingredients.
I’d recommend using their pick ‘n’ mix station so you can pick out the best souvenirs from Rome for you to indulge in after you’ve left the city.
Manufactus
You’ll come across quite a lot of souvenir shops around Piazza Navona, which is good if you’re only visiting Rome for 3 days so you can use your time more effectively. Manufactus offers some of the best souvenirs from Rome if you’re interested in leather goods such as journals and notebooks. Their handmade vintage stationary is produced using high-quality leather with traditional techniques, making them the perfect gift or a good way to document your travels. You can even get them engraved to make them fully personalized.
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How long should you stay in Rome?
Figuring out how long to stay in Rome depends on what pace you want to explore the city at and what your interests are. Spending 3 days in Rome is a good amount of time to see some of the main attractions, but you’ll definitely want to stay longer if you intend to see some lesser known sites too. There’s a lot to see in the Eternal City, and even if you visit Rome on a budget, you’ll find that there are endless things to do here. Don’t forget to grab a memorable souvenir too before you leave!
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