Going on a trip, many people plan not only to get acquainted with local attractions, take part in sightseeing tours and trips, but also go shopping. The tourists who chose Crete as a place for spending their vacation are not an exception. Shopping here deserves special attention.
Special Features
Shopping in Crete is not only interesting, but also often quite profitable. The matter is that there is no import tax here, so the cost of non-food products is attractive here. There are many points of sell where you can buy everything you need, from souvenirs to clothing:
- Small shops;
- Branded boutiques;
- Large shopping centres;
- Souvenir shops;
- Colourful markets.
A large inrush of tourists, who have planned shopping in Crete, can be seen during holiday and seasonal sales. The cost of products here can fall below 50{f6532c2d18b0a20b35fec270c2f8241f2b52e88047c114c856ab1ca2d1894e32} or even 70{f6532c2d18b0a20b35fec270c2f8241f2b52e88047c114c856ab1ca2d1894e32}.
Heraklion is one of the most popular places to go shopping. The capital of the island has prepared a lot of pleasant surprises for visitors. This is where lovers of branded products will have a chance to relieve their feelings. The city has a whole “Mecca for the shoppers” – Daedalou Street. This is where the world famous brand boutiques are located.
In addition to branded products, you can buy high-quality clothing from local designers in Heraklion. Products made of fur, leather, as well as jewellery deserve your special attention. The central market of the town, which operates 7 days a week, is very popular. Here is a wide range of food and non-food products at affordable prices.
What are the places on which particular attention should be paid when going to Crete? Shopping in Chania is also not less popular than in the capital. It is worth to come here for those who want to buy precious items. Also here you can profitably buy high-quality clothing and shoes of local craftsmen. One of the most popular products among tourists is a fur coat. There are even separate so-called “fur coat tours”.
One of the most common ways to trade on the island is the markets. It is here that one can see the real Cretan life from within. In addition to products, things are sold here at low prices. Unlike shops, the masters can manage to get for themselves the goods with a good discount in the market.
In resort towns, fairs are held especially for tourists. Here you can buy handicrafts.
Shopping in Crete from Moysidis Travel
The organization of shopping in Crete is one of the activities of our company. We offer our clients a variety of tours that involve visiting well-known shopping establishments. There everyone will be able to buy first-class goods more profitable than at home.
You can learn more and sign up for a tour at any convenient time by visiting our website. Please contact our manager at: +30 699 280 0329, +49 1577 559 3278 or send an email to: moysidistravel@gmail.com.
