10 Best Places to go Shopping in Capri

Capri’s famous Via Camerelle is where fans of luxury shopping will be enthralled by the brands lining its length. To the average traveller, the prices might seem eye-watering, but the craftsmanship and quality of the goods on offer are truly top-notch. Many of the big brand names you’d expect to find on any ritzy high street can be found here. Even so, you can also find a wide range of local boutiques.

If you don’t fancy splurging on designer goods, simply take in the ambience of this famed Capri shopping district, or perhaps kick back and relax at one of the restaurants. You don’t need to have deep pockets to enjoy Via Camerelle.

Via Vittoria Emanuele is a shopping street about 200 metres long leading up towards the picturesque Carthusian Monastery in Capri. It’s where Capri’s A-listers and well-heeled go when they want to adorn themselves with designer goods.

This well-known Capri shopping district doesn’t just feature designer shops, but a host of restaurants where you can stop off for some mid-shopping refreshments. Along with Via Cameralle and the Piazzetta di Capri, Via Vittoria Emanuele forms a veritable designer trifecta of must-visit Capri shopping streets.

Via le Botteghe is a narrow alley in Capri featuring a quaint selection of handmade crafts fashioned after the spirit of this coastal Mediterranean paradise. It’s a short hop away from the ritzy Capri luxury shopping streets of Via Vittoria Emanuele and Via Camerelle.

Among the items on offer are handcrafted sandals, some of which can be made to custom specifications. There are also various bags and jewellery to check out and try. If you’re an avid shopper, then Via le Botteghe deserves a spot on your Capri itinerary.

Piazza Umberto is a central Capri meeting point and the ideal spot to unwind and take in the island’s Mediterranean ambience. Not far from the famous shopping streets, the unmistakable energy around this plaza reminds you that this is the heart and soul of Capri.

In sum, Piazza Umberto offers so much more than just a shopping experience. From the iconic clock tower looking over the piazza, to the panoramic sunset views over the cliffs, this is the ideal spot to either start or end your journey on the island. Insiders suggest waiting until after the cruise ship passengers have departed to truly enjoy this Capri attraction.

The Sea Gull Capri is the oldest ceramic shop on the Neapolitan island of Capri. You can take a piece of Capri home with you when you visit this shop. The shopfront draws you in with its colourful displays and vivid designs, showcasing a colossal range of souvenirs. Everything from kitchenware to clocks, ornaments to figurines, can all be found here.

You can find this iconic Capri store along Via Roma, not far from the central Piazzetta. The Sea Gull Capri prides itself on the highest level of handmade craftsmanship, featuring elegant designs from Italy’s finest artisans. These ceramics make the perfect Capri souvenir, so be sure to stop off before catching your ferry back to the mainland.

Carthusia Perfume Factory is Capri’s famous perfume factory that dates back to 1948. That was when the Prior of the Carthusian Monastery was said to have found perfume recipes from the 14th century. With the permission of the Pope, the Prior recreated these scents with the help of an Italian chemist. Known today as the world’s smallest fragrance laboratory, Carthusia continues this tradition by crafting all its scents by hand, from raw materials to packaging.

Carthusia can be found near Giardini di Augusto, a tranquil walk from the main Capri piazza. Whether you lean towards softer, feminine fragrances or more masculine scents, simply stepping inside this Capri fragrance shop is an olfactory treat that will linger well after you’ve left the island.

At Bottega Capri, you can find one of Capri’s most famous exports: handmade sandals. Customers can get their sandals tailored to their exact size and specifications, with options to customize the heel, sole, and straps of these stylish Capri mementoes.

If you’re not sure where to start with your very own sandal design, the store assistants will gladly provide you with some samples to give you some inspiration. Whether you opt for an elegant or more casual pair of sandals, flaunting this distinctly Caprisian footwear is a great way to remember your trip to the island.

The distinctly bejewelled Capri Watch has become something of a symbol of the Neapolitan island. Numerous adverts entice you to pop into the shop and take a peek at the different timepieces on offer. This famous Capri shop and many of its colourful designs are the creations of Silvio Staiano, a watch enthusiast who has pioneered these daring designs.

Set in the Via Delle Botteghe, a secluded alley near the main shopping lanes, Capri Watch boasts a star-studded clientele of actors, musicians and celebrities. Many of the watch designs on offer are supposed to represent the colours and symbols of the island, with select models featuring painstakingly handpainted recreations of Capri landmarks.

The jewellery at Grazia & Marica Vozza’s boutique store is filled with timeless Caprisian charms. Using organic materials and the highest quality gems, you can find a wide variety of earrings, necklaces and bracelets inside. Less of a shop and more of an institution, Grazia & Marica have sold their jewellery to Capri travellers since 1999.

As twin sisters, Grazia and Marica bring different elements to the pieces they create. Their harmonious partnership has spawned a selection of bold statement pieces which makes use of gold, turquoise, silver and pearls. Tucked away in the alleyway of Via Fuorlovado, this boutique store is easily accessible from Piazzetta di Capri.

Via Fuorlovado is a quiet alleyway set between Capri’s more famous shopping streets. Blink and you might just miss it. Linked to Capri’s swanky shopping strips of Via le Botteghe and Via Camerelle, Via Fuorlovado is far more unassuming. But that doesn’t mean that bargains can’t be found. Expect a mix of boutique outlets and select brand names, with the chance to pick up some trinkets and even stop off for a coffee while you browse.

Although distinctly more laidback, Via Fuorlovado has garnered a reputation as the home of “authentic craftsmanship.” This is certainly evident when you look at the selection of boutiques selling handmade goods, all to a standard befitting Capri’s status as a shoppers’ paradise.