Re: recommendations for avid bargain shoppers in Rome and Florence
There is a difference between 'reasonably priced' and bargain. Since
Via Venito tends to be high end expensive anywhere civilized will be
more reasonably priced.
As to VAT you will have to spend significant amounts in a shop before
that kicks in. The minimum will vary. FFM
Lil wrote:
> I will be taking a trip with someone who loves to shop--into fashion
> but a bit of a bargain hunter. All the guidebooks I've read suggests
> the Prati for more "reasonably-priced" shops in Rome, rather than the
> area around Via Veneto.
>
> Are there other areas in Rome beside the Prati? Are there places like
> the Prati in Florence, and are they easily accessible by public
> transit?
>
> Other than remembering to fill out the form claiming the VAT, are
> there any shopping related things I should be aware of? Thanks. in
> advance.
>
> Lil
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