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Since 1895 this has been the principal outlet for alabaster artisans without a shop of their own.
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A plethora of wines, olive oils and local artisan products, including Aghiari lace, Monte San Savino ceramics and wrought iron.
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Tacky souvenir shops line the Via S. Giovanni, selling medieval-style crossbows, swords and flails of varying degrees of realism. Most of them are small and very blunt, but some are fully functional.
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Visit the shop of this local sculptor who creates original bronzes as well as replicas of works in the museum.
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Fioretta Bacci works her giant looms at the back, turning out colourful, unique knitwear.
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Come here for savings on clothes, shoes and accessories by names such as Armani, Gucci, St Laurent and Bottega Veneta. The outlet centre runs a shuttle bus from Florence (055 865 7775). The modern building is marked “café” and is 3 miles (5 km) off the main road.
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You can buy gold jewellery direct from this world-renowned manufacturer.
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This is the best café in the city, with home-baked cornetti (croissants) and outdoor tables.
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Modern Italian houseware designs, with friendly staff.
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Decent prices on a good selection of ceramics from Siena province and from Umbrian pottery centres Gubbio and Deruta.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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