Head to these great concept shops in Chania Old Town, for some serious interior inspiration—from locally-made ceramics, handmade knives, and jewelry, to arty prints and postcards too pretty to send.
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There are many shops in the Old town of Chania, that range from bakeries and mini-markets to souvenir shops and art galleries. Pick up some locally-made accessories on your visit and take your Cretan holiday back home with you forever. By visiting and seeking Old Town shops, you‘ll also be exploring some of the city’s most eclectic neighborhoods and streets. So, pop on your walking shoes and set aside a day (or two) to discover what these labyrinthine alleys have to offer.
In Chania’s Old Town, streets are crammed with attractive, yet wonderful little shops, some selling sophisticated souvenirs and mementos, others with better merchandise such as artisan gold and silver jewelry. Stroll through and browse around – if only to acquaint yourself with local crafts.
Bear in mind that almost everything in this part of the town is special -and so are Old Town shops. Because life in Chania can’t be ordinary since you have this ambient around you. Maybe it’s the Firkas Fortress? The stairs, the cute small cafes, and bars, the winding streets? Whatever it is, it’s inevitably inspiring! Therefore, the shops in this neighborhood carry a little bit of magic.
