San Marco and beyond

Diamonds of the highest purity from the world’s most prestigious marketplaces, exclusive jewels, great craftsmanship and the finest watches. Salvadori’s shop windows sparkle in Piazza San Marco, beneath the arcades of the Procuratie Nuove, holding half a century of history with the Pendini family. Discover the timeless collections, and let yourself be charmed by their unique design.

Just a few steps from St Mark's Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs, Libreria Studium is an international, olfactory bookshop by The Merchant of Venice. With a selection of over 10,000 titles, it focuses on the city of Venice and its history, and on the second floor, also boasts a large Organ of Perfume, with over 200 catalogued essences.

In her workshop, Daniela makes unique garments by hand: sustainable fabrics, craftsmanship, time and patience are the basis of her work. Few and affordable garments, an alternative to the consumerism of industrial fashion. In her workshop that also serves as shop, there is also space for art: every month paintings, photographs, illustrations by different artists are exhibited.

In the sestiere of Castello, a few steps from the church of San Giorgio dei Greci, there is a studio that seems to be suspended in time. At Renzo Marega's you will find traditional Venetian masks and costumes carefully handmade by this skilful master craftsman.

Alessandro Merlin's ceramics, entirely made and decorated by hand, are true works of art. The use of different techniques makes these creations unique pieces, products of the experience and creativity of a Venetian master.

The city of Venice takes on new angles through the ceramic works of Martina Purisiol. Questoequeo, in the Castello district, is her shop-laboratory, where you can admire her creations - from necklaces inspired by the geometric shapes of shells to ‘Venetian faces'.

A game of the goose in a gondola, a book about Pinocchio who loses his way in the streets of Venice, a wonderful Giocondola and even wooden toys from South Tyrol: the great classics of childhood come back to life in a Venetian key in the family-run shop near the Ponte dei Sogni, a magical place for adults and children.

Founded by the Cooperativa Il Cerchio Onlus, Banco Lotto n.10 is a tailoring workshop at the Women's Prison. All the clothes and accessories, made from colourful high-quality materials, are cut and sewn by hand, the result of precise and meticulous craftsmanship.

Founded in the immediate post-war period, La Parigina is one of the symbols of Venetian entrepreneurship in the fashion and footwear sector. Combining tradition and innovation, the boutique offers garments by big international names and its own brands, able to satisfy all styles.