Exploring the world's capitals means not only learning about inspiring history and cultural heritage, but also relaxed fun with delicious cuisine, good music and, of course, shopping. Browsing for unique fashion pieces or just souvenirs will delight us especially on the most popular shopping avenues and fourth world-famous cities. Get to know them in our varied selection.
1. Fifth Avenue, New York
Large department stores with a rich history, such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Macy's, as well as smaller haute couture designer boutiques such as Tiffany, Harry Winston, Versace, Gucci and Christian Dior, create a true shopping paradise.
2. Avenue Montaigne and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris
Located within the "golden triangle" between the Champs-Élysées and the Seine River, Paris' most sophisticated avenue offers luxury boutiques such as Bulgari, Louis Vuitton, Nina Ricci and Chanel. Also worth mentioning is the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré with countless antique shops and galleries, fashion houses such as Hermès, Lancôme, French Vogue, the oldest French tea house Mariage Frères Étoile and even the presidential residence called the Elysée Palace.
3. Bond Street and Oxford Street, London
Home to London's most prestigious and expensive shops, it includes designer clothing, fragrances, jewelery and artwork. The southern part, called Old Bond Street, has been known since the 1850s for exceptional brands such as Asprey and Agnew, Sotheby's and Phillips, surrounded by elegant architecture, where famous politicians, artists and writers once lived. Another shopping ecstasy nearby, Oxford Street, on the other hand, offers a wide price range and some of the biggest department stores in Europe, such as Marks & Spencer, House of Fraser, John Lewis and Debenhams.
4. Via Monte Napoleone and Via della Spiga, Milan
The fashion capital in the Duomo district offers sophisticated boutiques and cafes and department stores such as the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and La Rinascente within the romance of the Victorian buildings. In addition, we will also be able to feast our eyes on the stunning street fashion of Milanese dressed according to the latest trends.
5. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills
The avenue, which has managed to combine in one place an abundance of pomp and glitz, where Hollywood stars (or rather, their assistants) find haute couture dresses to walk the red carpet, is also known as one of the most glamorous shopping areas. Nearby we will find the lovely cobbled Two Rodeo with its European-inspired boutiques, bistros and fountains.
6. PC Hooftstraat, Amsterdam
As a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly city, the Dutch capital offers one of the most pleasant shopping experiences in the world. A collection of some of the best shops is located on a small street, conveniently located in close proximity to the most popular museums. In keeping with the prestige of the country's most expensive residences, residents are pampered by brands such as Cartier, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Hermès and Hugo Boss.
7. Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona
World-famous fashion houses, jewelers and art galleries are spread along the 5-kilometer long Avinguda Diagonal, which at the same time is characterized by an exceptional mix of Gothic and modern architecture. In addition to shopping, we will also be able to have fun in selected cafes and tapas bars.
8. Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich
On the magnificent mile-long shopping avenue surrounded by beautiful avenues, you will find leading Swiss brands of fashion clothing, footwear, handbags, fur, porcelain, jewelry and, of course, watches.
9. Strøget, Copenhagen
The urban wonder of Europe's longest pedestrian shopping zone is located in the very heart of Copenhagen and offers a variety of both luxury boutiques Prada, Max Mara and Mulberry, as well as affordable chain stores H&M, Vero Moda and Zara.
10. Laugavegur, Reykjavik
A little less known and popular shopping district in the center of the Icelandic capital comprises a set of the oldest streets with exclusive shops for clothes, leather goods, cosmetics, linen, books, music and hand knits.
11. Ginza, Tokyo
Home to some of the most expensive real estate in the world, the area consists of eight shopping streets bathed in colorful fluorescent lights at night, with sophisticated heritage department stores such as Mitsukoshi, Wako and Marion, the 9-story Hakuhinkan toy store, and the Sony Building with the latest technological surpluses.
12. Abdi Ipekçi Caddesi, Istanbul
The Grand Bazaar, better known to tourists, cannot in any way compare to the prestige of the avenue with the most expensive retail rent in Turkey. On Abdi Ipekçi Caddesi we will find two famous department stores Vakko and Beyman, high fashion boutiques such as Louis Vuitton, Prada and Cartier as well as luxury hotels and restaurants.
13. Rua Oscar Freire, São Paulo
The shopping oasis of the lively Jardins district is slightly reminiscent of Hollywood's Rodeo Drive, with its rich array of luxury stores from international designers and homegrown talent such as Carlos Miele, Havaianas, Agua de Coco and Osklen.
14. Orchard Road, Singapore
With its diverse range of supermarkets, pop-up shops and designer boutiques, the shopping boulevard has become a real tourist attraction surrounded by tropical flowers and palm trees.
