There is nothing nicer, during a stroll, than to stop in front of a window display, full of light and colour and filled with sparkling, precious stones. It is almost inevitable that as you walk down the main street, at some point in your conversation, you will catch sight of a sparkling ring, necklace, diamond or emerald, looking enticing in the shop window. You will also find top name watches, especially Rolex, with Matranga having an exclusive concession.
For the most important anniversaries and all occasions that call for a nice cake to finish off a hearty meal, even a simple celebration, Vincenzo Misseri's Golden cake shop offers its customers sweets, flans, frozen flans, and exquisite tasting typical Palermo desserts. If neccessary, they can also organise delivery to Italy and abroad, of Sicily's most famous sweeetmeats: very rich cream horns, filled with cream cheese and melted chocolate and lovely tutti frutti.
Every morning, before dawn breaks, this historic fruit and vegetable market starts to wake up: the suppliers of agricultural goods start to arrive. These goods will then be distributed, throughout the morning to the relevant traders. The market is a spectacle of voices, colours and smells that stay fixed in the mind of anyone visiting for the first time. Commonly known as 'Scaro' this horticultural market is one of Sicily's most important, where goods are sold both wholesale and retail.
Conveniently located near the Palermo Centrale Railway Station, the Ballarò Street Market will supply you with lots souvenirs and local trinkets to remember your stay in this vibrant city. You'll find antiques, clothes and knick-knacks of all persuasions. Before or after perusing the street market, meander the easy walking distance to the historic, Baroque Casa Professa or 'Chiesa del Gesù' and the medieval San Nicolo church. Admission to the market is free.
Centro Commerciale Conca D'Oro is a busy shopping center in the heart of the capital city. Counted as one of the largest shopping centers of Palermo, it is home to nearly 100 shopping boutiques, apart from a well-stocked hypermarket and a slew of bars and restaurants. Find noted apparel boutiques like Zara, Piazza Italia, Conbipel and David Naman, apart from other popular ones. The shopping center also features an array of dining options like Old Wild West, Bar Bonida, Rossosapore and U'Bar, among others.