The Ultimate Guide to Shopping in Sorrento: Our Tips and Best Finds in 2026

We first visited Sorrento in 2014 and fell in love with this town instantly. This was in part because of the shopping options; our home is full of things from Sorrento that we’ve purchased across the years. In this guide we’ll be sharing all our knowledge with you, including:

• A very brief introduction to Sorrento
• Key information for shopping in Sorrento
• Shopping for authentic souvenirs, including ceramics and inlaid wood
• Finding great food and drink, including limoncello
• Discovering the best fashion for women and men
• Shopping for homeware and interior decor
• Supermarkets in Sorrento
• Other shopping options near Sorrento

Chances are that if you’ve found this page you are already familiar with Sorrento, but if you’re not, let us introduce you to our favorite town in Campania.

Located between Naples and the Amalfi Coast in southern Italy, Sorrento offers visitors everything; fantastic places to eat and drink, accommodation options for every budget, lots to do in town, easy access to the rest of Campania and much more.

Getting to Sorrento from Naples is super easy; you can arrive at the main train station in around 75 minutes, or to Sorrento’s port (Marina Piccola) via ferry in around an hour.

For more travel tips about visiting Sorrento be sure to check out our dedicated guide here.

Before we set off on our shopping experience in Sorrento there are some key things I’d like to share with you:

• Sorrento is seasonal, with most of the large hotels closing in November and re-opening in March. This means there are a lot less visitors here during the winter, so many of the shops – including some of those recommended on this page – are closed also. If you have your heart set on visiting a particular store, be sure to confirm in advance of your trip that they will be open to avoid disappointment.

• You will be able to pay with your card pretty much everywhere, with all Italian businesses required to have an electronic payment option now, so you won’t need to carry large amounts of cash with you when shopping.
• On the note of cash, there are not many ATM’s in Sorrento, and the ones that are there, often run out during the busy summer months. As such, you should plan accordingly if you need some, and of course, if you travel with cash, take the relevant precautions to keep it safe.

If you are looking for an authentic souvenir from Sorrento, or the perfect gift for a family member or friend, you can’t go wrong with real Italian ceramics or Sorrento’s local speciality of inlaid wood.

Sorrento ceramics traditionally are decorated with bright colors and bold designs. Lemons are heavily featured along with other plants, in everything from small espresso cups to large vases for gardens.

The inlaid wood of Sorrento is more delicate, with intricate details and patterns in both geometric designs as well as pictures of landscapes and scenes from the area.

In both cases you’ll find many shops throughout Sorrento’s main shopping streets offering ceramic and inlaid wood products, but for us, there are a few key shops you should consider visiting and buying these types of products from.

Unfortunately many of the souvenir shops in Sorrento sell products that have been mass produced, sometimes not locally, and therefore do little to support the local economy beyond the sales tax that is collected on purchases.

For ethically sourced and locally produced items we recommend visiting:

Nicky (found at Via Fuoro 11) has all sorts of special ceramic goods, from small items such as magnets up to large homeware pieces like serving sets and platters.

Nicky’s store is not as polished as some of the other ceramic vendors in Sorrento but don’t let this put you off; his shop is full of artisan-made products, made by local craftspeople, which you’ll struggle to find elsewhere.

We’ve bought so much from Nicky over the years that he insists that we shouldn’t get something every time we visit his shop, but with an ever-changing stock, we can’t stop ourselves.

Mastellone Guiseppe at Via Torquato Tasso 19 is the place to go for inlaid wood items from chess sets to coasters.

This small but beautiful shop is run by Umberto and his brother who make everything you see for sale by hand. They follow traditional, local, craft methods to create the intricate details that make inlaid wood items truly unique.

There aren’t many places where you can eat and drink as well as you can in Sorrento, but if you’re looking for something special to take home, or enjoy in your accommodation, you have plenty of choice too.

Here are our go-to places in Sorrento when it comes to shopping for food and drink:

The first is Vivi e Sfizi at Via Fuoro 22, directly (conveniently) opposite Nicky’s ceramic shop that I talked about further up in this guide.

This store doesn’t look that big from the front, but as you enter you’ll see it goes back quite far. At the back of the store you’ll enter a foodie’s paradise. Here you’ll find everything you could want, including high-end wines, artisan pasta, beers (including my favorite beer which is produced in Sorrento by Birrificio Syrrentum who make use of the area’s iconic flavors such as lemon and orange to create unique brews) sauces, herbs, meats and much more.

Vivi e Sfizi is also a wonderful shop to find a food-based gift or souvenir as they stock a large range of quality kitchen and homeware gadgets alongside their food and drink selection.

My second recommendation, and this one is for all those wine lovers out there, is In Vino Veritas at Viale Enrico Caruso 10.

Their name translates from Latin to ‘In Wine We Trust’ and their shop honours this sentiment with a fantastic range of high-quality and artisan Italian and European bottles, all at very reasonable prices.

They have a well-stocked chilled section if you’re looking for something to enjoy at your holiday rental, and they offer delivery worldwide. They even host sommelier-led wine tastings for small groups who are looking to sample some of Campania’s delicious productions.

Let’s Talk About Limoncello

What makes for a good limoncello is somewhat subjective. Some people like it sweet, and others like it more sharp and borderline bitter (I’m absolutely the latter if you’d like to get me a bottle!).

As such, we would recommend you taste a few different types in the various stores around Sorrento, or consider booking on to a limoncello tasting experience. There are even different opportunities to taste authentic limoncello in a lemon grove, which will give you a better idea of what you like.

Because Sorrento is the home of this iconic liqueur (a claim which is contested by Capri), it is hard to find a bad limoncello here however. Take a stroll along the narrow street of Via Fuoro starting just off Piazza Tasso and stop at the many places to discover your limoncello options, or grab a bottle at Vivi e Sfizi if you’re pressed for time (the team here is always happy to help).

Whatever you do, just avoid getting the cheapest stuff you see, or anything sold in the supermarkets; these are mass produced versions of the real stuff made and sold here in Sorrento.

Corso Italia, Sorrento’s main street is full of boutiques and designer stores offering recognisable brands for everyone.

Beyond the big stores, the old town of Sorrento with the narrow street of Via Fuoro and the other side streets offers dozens of independent shops selling linen clothing, handmade footwear (including loafers and sandals) and accessories. Below you’ll find some of our favorites:

Linen clothing

There are two things to bear in mind when shopping for linen in Sorrento. One, you want to find products which are 100% pure linen, and two, they should have been manufactured in Italy.

Items that meet this criteria will have a cost that is a little higher compared to items with a lower linen percentage, or have been produced outside of Italy, but you’ll absolutely notice the difference in quality.

We have one go-to place for linen products – Vanity, located at Via Fuoro 7. This is usually one of my first stops on a stay in Sorrento because I like to treat myself to at least one new shirt on most visits. This is both a practical souvenir, but also because after years of purchases, I know I’ll still be wearing it long into the future.

Men’s shoes

Peppe & Italia – This store is located at Via Torquato Tasso 24 and offers a large selection of men’s shoes with a range of both casual and formal options, all of which are handmade.

I love this store over other shoe shops as the owner takes a huge amount of personal pride in his creations, and most pairs include a little quirky detail making them truly unique.

Women’s sandals

Balduccelli Sandali -You’ll find this store directly opposite Peppe & Italia and just around the corner from one of our favorite restaurants.

All the sandals here are handmade using high quality leather and other materials, and in the slim chance you can’t find anything you like on the shelves, the team is ready to create something unique for you.

Women’s clothing

If you are in the market for something special and distinct from this area, consider visiting Antica Sartoria. This female-focused brand has a couple of shops in Sorrento (at Corso Italia 99/101 and Via San Cesareo 39) and is one of Sara’s favorites for fun vacation-ware and accessories.

The store on Via San Cesareo looks smaller from the outside but is actually much bigger and has a wider range of products to browse. This is where Sara will go out of the two stores, and the staff there are lovely too.

Antica Sartoria are famous for their vibrant patterns and designs which feature prominently on their clothing, bags, beachwear and shoes, all at reasonable prices. If you’re visiting other parts of Campania, keep an eye out for this brand – you’ll find it in Ischia, Capri, Naples and more.

Beyond our recommended shops for ceramics and inlaid wood items, there are another couple of stores that we love when it comes to getting things for our home.

At La Feluca (Via Padre Reginaldo Giuliani 60) you’ll find a range of decorative items from vintage prints, original works of art including paintings and sculpture, and much much more.

Over the years we have accumulated a lot of things in this store and always find ourselves paying a visit to get something new whenever we’re in town.

Our second recommendation for home decor is The Sorrento Christmas Shop, which as you likely guessed from the name, specialises in Christmas-related items.

They focus on tree decorations but are open all year, meaning even if you visit during the height of summer you can grab a fun memento from your time in Sorrento.

You’ll also find homeware and kitchen accessories for sale at Vivi e Sfizi which I detailed above in the ‘Food and Drink’ section.

For something a little more eclectic, head to D’Anton Design & Bistrot, which overlooks the little piazza of Sant’Antonino. We first came here for cocktails, but discovered that as well as being a top-quality bar, they also sell the quirky, beautiful pieces of furniture, ceramics and interior decor that makes this space special.

If you’re staying in self-catering accommodation or looking for somewhere to pick up snacks and drinks for beach days, you’ll want to know where the good supermarkets are.

You’ll see plenty of mini markets or corner stores in the residential streets to the east of the train station, but the quality of these varies considerably. They’re fine for bottled water or late night snacks, but we strongly suggest going to an actual supermarket for a better choice or a larger shop.

Our Go-To Supermarkets in Sorrento

There are three grocery stores that we use when in Sorrento, all with pretty central locations.

The first is Carrefour on Via Antonino Sersale, close to the ancient walls and the place where many hotels further up the cliff run their shuttles to and from. This isn’t a huge supermarket but does have a good selection of drinks, deli items, cheeses, bread and more. It’s also open until midnight.

Next up is Dodecà on Corso Italia, close to the train station. This grocery store isn’t open as late as the Carrefour, but is bigger and has a wider range of fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, fish and freezer items. There is also a proper deli where you can get cured meats, cheeses, olives and more. One note, Dodecà is often very busy as it’s the easiest store to visit on your way to or from catching a train.

Finally, you can go to Supermercato Pollio on Via degli Aranci. This is the most local of the supermarkets listed here, as it is slightly outside of the historic center. It also has the widest selection of items, so this is where we’d recommend you go if you wanted to stock a holiday apartment for a week.

One important thing to remember about supermarkets in Sorrento, is that none of them in the town center have parking or space to wait with a car. So, you will need to carry your shopping on foot back to your accommodation, or head outside of Sorrento to the big supermarkets closer to Naples if you need to buy a lot of items.

If you’re looking to expand your shopping options while in Sorrento, consider visiting:

• Capri – This iconic island can be reached in under 30 minutes from Sorrento via ferry and is another paradise for shoppers. You’ll find the world’s most famous designers and luxury brands here, as well as smaller bespoke artisan boutiques.
• The Amalfi Coast – Towns like Amalfi and Positano are renowned for their high-end fashion and luxury goods, with many designer stores as well as local producers offering high-quality handmade ceramics. The towns along the Amalfi Coast can be reached easily from Sorrento by taking a ferry, or via a private transfer.
• La Reggia Designer Outlet, for a range of discounted fashion designer labels and branded products. To get here you’ll need to first get to Naples (via train or ferry from Sorrento) and then to Caserta to catch a dedicated bus.