Shopping in Bergen - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Enthusiastic fashionistas should definitely come by Bergen's Kløverhuset shopping center, which is one of the oldest shopping complexes in Norway and occupies a very beautiful historic building. It houses the most popular designer boutiques, including Timberland and Benetton. Some shops offering more affordable prices are found for frugal customers here, as well. In addition to clothing, they sell lovely household goods and souvenirs in national style.

One more nice specialized store is located nearby the Bryggen waterfront. It is called Bryggen Husflid and is famous for its wonderful Norwegian sweaters. All the sweaters presented in the store are exclusively hand-knitted. Local craftsmen use woolen yarn of the highest quality only to create their masterpieces. Here you'll find not only sweaters but other beautiful knitted things, as well as exclusive souvenirs.

The Fish Market can be easily called one of the most picturesque city's places. Even those who are not going to cook for themselves during their rest should visit it. This market offers a chic choice of seafood from already known to all marine species to huge crabs and lobsters. If you fail to withstand the tempting delicacies, you can buy your favorite seafood and ask the local chefs to grill it. Right on the territory of the market, there are several open cafes, where sea delicacies are prepared. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

In the variety of souvenir shops in Bergen, Husfliden Handicraft is worth noting. The shop is historical and has been operating since 1895. By the design, it reminds of a national museum. Mannequins in national costumes and sweaters are arranged everywhere, in big window displays are large embroideries, the best yarn of local production and original handicrafts. The main feature of the museum-store is that you can buy all the 'exhibits' presented in it. In addition to products and souvenirs, popular goods of local production are found here, as well.

There are several excellent modern trading centers in Bergen. The largest one is Bergen Storsenter. In its walls, there are more than 70 specialized shops. You can always purchase quality men's, women's and children's clothes and footwear. Connoisseurs of elite drinks will have an opportunity to try a first-class wine boutique, whereas ladies will certainly enjoy a large number of cosmetics stores.

If it won't be enough, go straight to Xhibition center. It is pretty new and is one of the youngest in the city. This mall contains about 60 stores and a rather original grocery store that offers organic products. The shopping complex is largely focused on women and is full of women's clothing and cosmetics stores. There is also a beauty salon there.

Galleriet is Norway's largest shopping center. It sells dozens of different categories of goods and will be a perfect place for a family visit. There is an excellent pet store on the center's top floor, decorated with large glass bowls with fish inside. You can buy souvenirs here, as well, but they'll be more expensive, than in many other souvenir shops.

Those who like to bring unusual memorable gifts from their trips, should definitely visit Julehuset - Christmas souvenir Shop. All-year-round they sell original Christmas decorations, many of which are handmade. Here, you can buy wonderful snowmen figurines, miniature Christmas trees, and colorful balls, as well as magnificent handmade garlands. Lovely children's toys are always on offer here.