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

Although the capital of Seychelles couldn't boast of a variety of large shopping malls and outlets, the choice of colorful small shops and markets is really huge here. They sell all possible categories of goods, from bright beach accessories and jewelry to unique handicrafts and handmade souvenirs. In local stores, you can buy a lot of unique gizmos, the likes of which are not available in other cities of the world.

Victoria's main shopping street is Market Street concentrating the most popular shops and stalls. Here you can find clothing pavilions where they sell colorful T-shirts and beach shirts, traditional-style dresses and pareo. Since the main visitors to such stores are tourists, most of them set quite high prices. Nevertheless, experienced travelers advise being more attentive to the quality of clothing presented here.

Fashionistas should pay attention to handmade embroidered clothes. Such garments usually cost at least 50 euros, but their exclusiveness and beauty are worth the money. If you are not yet ready to pay for expensive exclusive outfits, you can choose some affordable hat - there are several hat stores on Victoria’s main shopping street. Here you can buy pretty original hats, which tourists often buy as a gift to loved ones. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Jewelry stores located on the same street will surely interest ladies. Among other products, they offer luxurious jewelry with pearls and corals. Some of the most attractive are Kreolor Jewelery stores. For those who did not expect to spend a fortune on new jewelry, Victoria has great fashion jewelry stores. People come here for handmade jewelry made from coral and mother of pearl, and one of the traditional jewelry in Seychelles is coconut-shaped pendants and earrings.

Craft shops located on the main streets sell handmade sea-inspired jewelry. Also, female customers should not ignore cosmetics stores offering local products. They sell creams, hair care products, and soaps, as well as other cosmetic products based on coconut oil. Essential oils are supplied directly to these stores, and handmade soap is the most popular souvenir among tourists. For high-quality perfumes and toilet water, go to Kreolfleurage Parfums that presents goods of various price categories.

The city has an amazing street of artisans called Francis Rachel - a walk along it can turn into a fascinating tour. On this street, you can visit craft shops of a variety of profiles. Some of them sell fashion and precious metal jewelry, while others produce original seashell souvenirs. Here you can pick up interesting wooden handicrafts, hand-painted pareos, as well as buy real works of art. The picturesque street also attracts tourists by the fact that many craft shops are happy to conduct workshops for tourists who thus have a chance to make souvenirs on their own.

The largest souvenir shop in Victoria is called Camion Hall. It presents both traditional souvenirs, which can be purchased here at the most attractive price, as well as exclusive works of art by famous local artists. The capital boasts of several attractive markets, including Sir Selwyn Clarke Market that occupies a beautiful Chinese-style building. Popular regional products are sold at this market, and tourists are especially attracted by a huge selection of sea delicacies and exotic fruits. Apart from food products, you can also buy inexpensive clothes and souvenirs.

Bazar Labrinn located in the coastal area presents the broadest choice of seafood in town. This market is largely aimed at tourists who can buy fish and seafood, as well as order them cooked. Tea lovers on vacation should certainly go check out Tea Factory specialty store. This tea factory is a historic one and is currently open for tours. Tourists are attracted here by a large store where they can buy the best varieties of tea and accessories for its brewing. The factory's store has prepared special tea gift sets, handmade tea cups and bowls for tourists.