When are the best discounts in Italy? France and Italy Shopping Guide

Shopping is indispensable when traveling abroad. If you want to go shopping in Italy, you can find a suitable time to go. For example, during the Italian discount season, shopping in Italy will be cheaper at this time. The following will follow Let’s check out the specific discount information together.

The Italian discount season is divided into two seasons a year. Winter starts around January 5 and lasts for 2-3 months, and summer starts around July 5 and lasts for 2-3 months. Big brands basically have discounts. Local brands such as Gucci, Prada, and Fendi have 30-50% off, and the discounts on mid- to low-end brands will be even greater. To sum up the benefits of the discount season, a friend said: "What you can buy for 10,000 yuan in Italy costs at least 30,000 yuan in China." The discount season is roughly divided into three rounds. The first round has the best and most expensive items, and The original price is cheap; in the second round, the items are average and the price is cheaper; in the third round, the items are the worst and very cheap. So, if you want good stuff, be early! Italian discount season schedule

Turin (Piemonte): January 5 to February 28, 2019

Milan (Lombardia): January 5 to March 5, 2019

Veneto: January 5 to March 31, 2019

Genoa (Liguria): January 2019 5th to February 18th

Florence (Toscana): January 5th to March 15th, 2019

Rome (Lazio): January 5th to 2nd, 2019 January 28

Sardinia: January 5 to March 4, 2019

Sicily: January 6 to March, 2019 Milan on the 15th

Milan is a place with only a population of more than 2 million, but it can win the title of the fashion capital of the world and has profound skills. Below are the major shopping spots in Milan for your reference and collection.

Vittorio Emanuele II Arcade (Vittorio Emanuele II)

It is a landmark building in Milan. It is located on the north side of Milan Cathedral Square, facing the cross-shaped arch on the left hand side of the front of the cathedral. Corridor is a good place for tourism, shopping and leisure. The sculptures and wall decorations on the buildings on both sides look quite magnificent. Shopping here feels like shopping in a palace. Moreover, even without discounts, the prices of goods here are about half cheaper than those in China.

Business hours: 10:00-19:00 every day

Transportation: Take the subway line M1 or M3 and get off at Duomo station

Address: GalleriaVittorioEmanueleII, 20121Milano

LaRinascente Shopping Mall

LaRinascente next to Milan's landmark Duomo Square (Milan Cathedral) is the largest department store chain in Italy and can be found in all major cities. Found that from clothing to makeup, from bags to shoes, from high-luxury brands to affordable brands, it is very comprehensive.

Business hours: 10:00-19:00 every day

Transportation: Take the subway line M1 or M3 and get off at Duomo station

Address: Piazzadelduomo

Golden Four Corners

The Golden Four Corners refers to Via Montenapoleone (Via Montenapoleone), Vias.Andrea (Vias.Andrea), and Viadella Spiga. and Borgospesso, four famous streets. Most of the world's biggest brands and well-known popular brands can be found here. It also includes the flagship stores of many brands. If you are lucky, you may encounter the crew of a movie or the luxury car display, which is a feast for your eyes!

Business hours: 10:00-19:00 every day

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Transportation: Take Metro Line M3 and get off at Montenapoleone Station

Address: Near Via Montenapoleone, Viadella Spiga, Vias.Andrea

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FidenzaVillage: Discount Village

This small-town discount village is very famous in Europe, and it contains popular European and American brands. The main brands include Armani, Versace, Marni, Michael Kors, Baldini, CK, DG, Desigual, Elisabetta Franchi, Pinko, Furla, Timberland and other brands.

Business hours: 10:00-20:00 every day

Transportation:

·Train: You need to take the train to Fidenza Station, which is closest to Ole Village. Get off the bus and take Bus Navetta in front of the station to Ole Village. There is a bus every 40 minutes. The journey takes about 15-20 minutes and the one-way fare is 0.50 euros.

·Bus: There is a bus departing from Milan Central Railway Station every Monday to Sunday at 9:30 (MilanoCentrale) at the address (Piazza IV Novembreangolo Hotel Gaillia) and passing through the ancient castle at 10:00 (Castello Sforzesco) , on Wednesdays and Fridays, an additional train will be added starting from Milan Central Railway Station at 13:30 (Milano Centrale) at (Piazza IV Novembreangolo Hotel Gaillia), passing through the ancient castle at 14:00 (Castello Sforzesco), and returning to Fidenza Village (Fidenza Village) at 18: 30. Ticket price: Adults round trip 20 euros/person; teenagers aged 5-10 years old 10 euros/person; children under 5 years old are free.

Address: Via San Michele Campagna 43036 Fidenza

I believe that the first thing to do in Milan is to see the genius Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper". It's just that tickets for "The Last Supper" are difficult to buy and need to be arranged. It takes 1-2 hours to buy. Time is precious when traveling. Buying tickets on Mafengwo can save time in queues for shopping or strolling on the streets of Milan. Venice

Venice is a place where surprises are hidden in the streets and alleys. Exquisite craft shops, high-end luxury stores, in the beautiful scenery, you can buy with pleasure!!!

Viasanmoise Street

Venice The map is like a fish, with shopping and attractions relatively concentrated. St. Mark’s is a must-go place for every traveler, so all kinds of big names are gathered on Viasanmoise Street near St. Mark’s Square. After visiting St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, you can start shopping. In addition, after shopping, you can have a cup of coffee at the Café de Flore with a history of more than 400 years and enjoy slow time.

Business hours: 10:00-19:00 every day

Transportation: Walk or take the bus to Piazza San Marco to start shopping

Address : Viasanmoise

Discount Village: Noventadi Piave

A first-line brand discount village close to Venice. In this shopping village, there are not too many people buying things compared to other discount villages, and the product sizes are relatively small. Quan is a relatively reliable spot for shopping. Including ARMANI, BALLY, BOTTEGAVENETA, CALVINKLEIN, COACH, FENDI, BOSS, MICHAELKORS, MOSCHINO, PINKO, SALVATOREFERRAGAMO, VALENTINO, VERSACE and so on.

Business hours: 10:00-20:00 every day

Transportation: Since there is no direct shuttle bus, you need to take the train from Venice to SANDONà DIPIAVE and then take the shuttle bus; or from Venice Santa Lucia Station To start, take the Venezie/Trieste line and get off at Jesolo/SanDonà station. It takes about 45 minutes.

Address: ViaMarcoPolo1,30020NoventadiPiave(VE)Florence

In Florence, you can definitely choose your favorite leather goods: as small as a coin purse, as large as a suitcase. Moreover, there is a museum of the famous brand Gucci. Therefore, factory stores and discount villages of major famous brands are naturally indispensable.

Top fashion boutique: LuisaViaRoma

LuisaViaRoma is very dazzling in Europe. It is Italy's top luxury fashion boutique and a shopping treasure trove for many who like high-end goods. Its physical flagship store was established in 1930 in the center of Florence, Italy, on the Roman Road (Via Roma in Italian) next to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the fourth cathedral in the world. With a history of more than 80 years, it is still located in this place, and its status in the world has never changed.

Business hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-19:00

Transportation: Take the bus to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and start shopping

Address : Via Roma, 19/21/r, 50123 Firenze

ViaDeCalzaioli (viaDeCalzaioli)

Via Calzaioli is the core and most elegant street in Florence. This street is about 4 meters wide and has no sidewalks. It has been turned into a pedestrian area many years ago. There are many of the most elegant shops in Florence on both sides. From high-end luxury stores to affordable boutiques, this street has something for shoppers.

Business hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-19:00

Transportation: Take the bus to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and start shopping

Address ：ViaDe`Calzaioli

LuisaViaRoma is very close to viaDeCalzaioli and can be reached on foot

The most famous discount village in Florence: TheMall

This discount village is the most famous in Florence. Many people go straight here as soon as they get off the car. The main reason is that the cheapest Gucci can be bought here, and the supply is sufficient. Naturally, other brands are also abundant, such as ALEXANDER

MCQUEEN, BOTTEGAVENETA, BURBERRY, DIOR, EMILIOPUCCI, ERMENEGILDOZEGNA, FENDI, GIORGIOARMANI, ARMANIJEANS, GUCCI, ROBERTOCAVALLI, SALVATOREFERRAGAMO, STELLAMCCARTNEY, VALENTINO, YSL, etc.

Business hours: 10:00~19:00 every day (special business hours in June, July and August: 10:00-20:00)

Transportation: usually from Florence city center to Themall It takes about 35mins.

1. There is a shuttle bus service from the hotel in the center of Florence to Themall;

2. Take the train from the Santa Maria Novella train station in the center of Florence to Rignano Sull'Arno. It only takes 5 minutes to take a taxi. Arrived;

3. Depart from the west side of Florence city center train station (on the right hand side after exiting the main entrance), take a tall black bus directly to THEMALL at BUSITALIA-SITA bus terminal (Address: Via Santa Caterinada Siena 17), and buy Tickets to TheMall (direct) cost ￥7 one way and ￥13 round trip. The earliest departure in the morning is at 8:50, then at 9:10, 9:30, and thereafter basically every half hour. The journey takes about 40 minutes.

Address: ViaEuropa8,50066LeccioReggello(FI)

Discount Village: BarberinoDesignerOutlet

Barberino Discount Village, compared with several others, this is a mid-range brand Gathering place. Naturally, there are still luxury brands such as Prada and D&G here. The discount here is 30-30% off all year round. Moreover, this discount village is designed according to Renaissance architecture, so you can enjoy the scenery and shop at the same time.

Business hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-21:00

Transportation: There is a station sign with outlet sign in front of the Bata store on the east side of the square in front of FirenzeSMN train station, and there is a shuttle bus every day , the earliest shuttle bus is 9:30, the latest return shuttle bus is 21:15, the round trip is 15, and it takes about 40 minutes to arrive.

Address: LOC.Levanella, S.S.69, 52025Monterverchi

Prada factory store: TheSpace

Prada factory store (SpaceOutlet) is a Prada and Miumiu factory store, except In addition, you can also buy its secondary brands Car

Shoe and Church. It is a very worthwhile shopping place in Florence. Before entering, you need to get a shopping number. Take this number, pick out the item you like, and ask the store clerk to come over. The other person will remember your number and send the item you selected to the checkout counter. After shopping, you can check out with the number.

Business hours: Monday to Friday 10:30~19:30; Saturday 9:30~19:30; Sunday 10:30~18:30

Transportation: in Florence Take the train to the small town of Montevarchi for 10.4 euros round trip. After getting off the bus, turn left and you can see a lot of people queuing up next to a bar. That's where the carpool to The Space is. You can also take a taxi from the Montevarchi train station exit. Many drivers accept carpooling. Normally, it usually takes 1 hour from Florence city center to TheSpace.

Address: LOC. Levanella, S.S. 69, 52025 Monterverchi Rome

Piazza Spagna Famous Brand Street

Next to Plaza de Espa?a, it is the most famous luxury street in Rome. It can be said that most Italian brand clothing, shoes, makeup, and bags can be found in this area. Naturally, there are indispensable high-end brands, such as Armani, Burberry, Fendi, Prada, Sergio Rossi, Valentino, and the like. The key is this is where you must come.

Business hours: 10:00-19:30

Transportation: Spagna Station on Metro Line A, just exit the station.

Address: Piazzaspagna

Via Coladi Rienzo Via Coladi Rienzo

Via Coladi Rienzo is a well-known shopping street, although it is not as good as Plaza Espa?a. Complete, but well worth a visit! There is also Coin, a famous Italian shopping mall, on this street. On the first floor, there are major European and American cosmetics brands (all brands and colors are complete), as well as jewelry and bags, etc.; on the second floor are clothing brands. Including Armani, Coach and many other famous brands, you can find them here!

Business hours: 10:00-19:30

Transportation: Take Metro Line A to Lepanto or Ottaviano Station Get off the car and walk for a few minutes.

Address: Via Coladi Rienzo

Piazza Spagna and Via Coladi Rienzo are very close, it is recommended to walk there

CastelRomanoDesignerOutlet Discount Village

The scale of this discount village It’s okay, the brand tends to be second or third tier. The shopping environment is very good, but the big brands are Versace, BURBERRY, etc. The main brands include MK, EZ, Coach, CK, Dies, and many high street brands.

Business hours: Monday to Thursday 10:00~20:00; Friday to Sunday 10:00~21:00

Transportation: at Rome Central Station (Metro A/ Line B interchange station Termini). After entering the station, there is a bus stop on the left. You can see the taxi pick-up point. If you continue going forward, you will see many bus terminals. Diagonally opposite the specific boarding point is Hotel Royalsantina. It takes about 40-50 minutes to get to CastelRomano from Termini. Ticket price: 12 euros for adults (round trip), you can also pay for it after getting on the bus.

Address: Via Pontedi Piscina Cupa, 6400128 Castel Romano

Euroma2 large discount shopping mall

Euroma2 is located on the outskirts of the center of Rome (about 30km) and is the favorite shopping store of Romans. One of the most important places is a favorite place for Romans. You should know how cost-effective this is. This mall has three floors on the first floor. The third floor is a food court, including an ice cream shop. Coop supermarket has cheaper prices. If it is convenient, you can also bring some coffee and chocolate back. After selling luxury jewelry in the city center, you can also come here to buy affordable goods.

Business hours: 10:00-21:00

Transportation: There is no direct transportation. Taxi will arrive in about 40 minutes. If you take public transportation, you can get there from Google Check the route directly on the map, or take bus 788 (Carucci/anagrafe Tributaria) to Ribotta/delogu, then walk 750 meters to Euroma2|CentroCommerciale.

Address: Vialedell'OceanoPacifico,83,00118Roma'

Rome is a city with a very rich history. You need someone to take you around and tell you stories. After listening to the stories When I went shopping again, I felt that my trip was not in vain.

Genoa

Discount Village: Serravalle Outlet

Serravalle is the legendary largest outlet in Italy. Milan, Turin and Genoa are all accessible by train or bus. Brands include Prada, Ferragamo, LaPerla, Dolce and Gabbana and many other well-known brands, with discounts ranging from 30% to 70% off. The architecture of Serravalle Outlet belongs to the Ligurian architectural style. Therefore, in addition to being a famous shopping area, it is also a veritable tourist attraction.

Business hours: 10:00-20:00 every day

Transportation: ① Take the ZaniViaggi bus ( The departure time of the two stations is 30 minutes apart), the journey takes 1.5 hours, and the round-trip ticket is 20 euros. Departure time - the three buses every day are: 9:30 am Centrale, 10:00 Cairoli's Zani Viaggi gate; 10:30 am Centrale, 11:00 Cairoli's Zani Viaggi gate; 13:00 pm Centrale, 13:30 Cairoli's Zani Viaggi gate. There are two return buses at 17:00 pm and 20:00 pm.

② Take the train from Milan Centrale Railway Station to ArquataScrivia. ArquataScrivia has a dedicated bus connecting ArquataScrivia Railway Station and Serravalle Discount Village.

The shuttle bus from Genoa only costs about 5 euros.

Address: ViadellaModa1

Warm Tips

You can use VISA credit card, debit card, and Alipay for shopping in Italy (when the network is not good, credit cards sometimes require It takes ten minutes to swipe, but it only takes ten seconds to pay with Alipay (but not every store can use Alipay) and other payment methods are very convenient. Try to avoid bringing large amounts of cash into the country, otherwise you may be fined or even confiscated by the local customs!

Shops in Italy generally open at 10 a.m. and close at 7:30 p.m.;

Tax refunds can only be made if you purchase more than 156 euros in the same store (the tax refund rate is 12-15% ), so remember to ask for a tax refund form.

Exclusive reminder during the discount season

Please keep the payment receipt when shopping during the discount season to prevent merchants from manipulating prices. Also, don’t spend blindly just because the price has dropped.

Be sure to buy the size that suits you: Many brands have extremely low discounts, but they do not have their own size. Many people always think of "buy a smaller size and wear it after losing weight". The unrealistic idea is to buy clothes home, but ignore the fact that "losing weight" will take at least half a year or more. By the time you really lose weight, the clothes have long been forgotten in the corner of the closet.