Looking for a little Italian shopping during your holiday in Umbria?
Just across the border in Tuscany, Valdichiana Outlet Village is a great place to spend a few hours browsing Italian fashion, designer labels and international brands at outlet prices. Located near Foiano della Chiana, close to the A1 motorway, this open-air shopping village makes an easy day trip from many parts of Umbria. Whether you are looking for a new outfit, a pair of Italian shoes or simply fancy a change from sightseeing, it is worth adding to your holiday plans.
What to buy in the outlet?
There are about 140 shops with the most prestigious Italian and international brands. Apart from cloths shops, there are all types of stores: bags, suitcases, sun glasses, watches and kitchen utensils. All year long you can take advantage of discounts ranging from 30% to 70%. There also are bars and restaurants and even a playground for small children.
How to get to the Valdichiana Outlet Village
The Valdichiana Outlet Village is about 30 minutes driving from Arezzo, very close to the Valdichiana – Bettolle exit of the A1 highway. From Umbria, one can easily reach the outlet by car by taking the exit of the SP327 SI-PG Foiano della Chiana – Bettolle. This is the same exit you’d take to go to the A1.
Parking at the outlet village is free. Mind that shopping on Sunday might be very crowded with Italian families. Sunday afternoon is shopping time for many Italians. We suggest to go shopping at the outlet on a weekday or on a Saturday morning.
Extra Information
There’s free Wi-Fi. In the area around the outlet village there are many other restaurants and bars. Besides Italian food you can eat Japanese, Sushi and even McDonald’s.
An afternoon shopping in the Valdichiana Outlet is a true Italian experience and different from shopping in a city. At the outlet they sell products at lower prices and it has a friendly family-like atmosphere. You’ll love it!
Tip!
Do you like some good Italian coffee? We particularly like the Bialetti shop. It has all “Made in Italy” gadgets to make coffee. Here you can buy typical Italian percolators, different kinds of coffee cups and Bialetti kitchen utensils. Bialetti is an Italian brand and may be a good idea if you’re looking for some Italian souvenirs.
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