Nobody goes to Rome and goes home without shopping for souvenirs, designer duds, and uniquely Italian treasures.

The best area for shopping is between via del Corso and via del Babuino in the vicinity of the Spanish Steps.

Many high fashion shops and haute couture boutiques are present in this area. Here are a few to check out:

Armani, Prada, Gucci, Ferragamo, Bulgari Jewellers, Cartier Jewellers, Swatch, and La Perla in Via Condotti; Valentino in both Via Condotti and Piazza Mignanelli; Missoni, Dolce & Gabbana, and Krizia in Piazza di Spagna; Fendi, Versace for Men, Fratelli Rossetti shoes and Diego della Valle Shoes in Via Borgognona; Versace for Women in Bocca di Leone; Etro and Emporio Armani in Via del Babuino.

Also visit Battistoni, one of the most famous shops in Rome offering classic clothing for men and women, it is in a small courtyard off the Via Condotti.

Be sure to check out many of the side streets off the Via Condotti such as Via delle Carrozze, Via della Croce and Via Frattina for more shopping options.

For more information visit Shopping in Rome