Extra Virgin Olive Oil
USD 12–45
Bottled harvests from Peloponnese offer a peppery, low-acidity profile unmatched by supermarket imports.
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Where to buy: Pantopoleion tis Mesogiakis Diatrofis on Sofokleous Street.
Greece
What to Buy in Greece
Local goods and souvenirs worth bringing home — with photos, typical prices, and where to buy them.
Olive wood kitchen utensil
USD 10–40
Durable and beautiful, each piece showcases the distinct grain of local olive trees.
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Where to buy: Craft shops along the waterfront
Hand-painted Ceramic Pomegranate
USD 15–40
In Greece, these symbolize prosperity and are displayed year-round in local homes.
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Where to buy: Small pottery studios scattered through the Anafiotika district.
Hand-crafted Komboloi
USD 10–80
Tactile strings of beads serve as a traditional stress-relieving ritual for locals.
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Where to buy: Kourtesis in Plaka or various workshops near Syntagma Square.
Olive wood bowl
USD 15–80
The dense grain of local olive wood makes these bowls both durable and elegant.
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Where to buy: Small workshops located along the Kastro district steps.
Olive wood kitchenware
USD 5–60
The dense, swirling grain of local olive wood makes for incredibly durable spoons.
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Where to buy: Small family shops along Agiou Spyridonos street.
Cretan dagger
USD 80–300
This traditional blade features an eagle-headed hilt and distinct engraved verses on the steel.
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Where to buy: Craft workshops along 1821 Street.
Virgin olive oil soap
USD 3–10
Local soapmakers mix cold-pressed Ionian oil with mountain herbs for gentle skincare.
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Where to buy: Patounis Soap Factory, Ioniou Street.
Kitron liqueur
USD 15–40
This potent citrus spirit made from Naxian citron leaves is unique to the island.
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Where to buy: Vallindras Distillery in Halki village.
Hand-painted ceramics
USD 15–120
Local artists often mirror the Venetian architecture and blue Ionian sea motifs.
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Where to buy: Studio galleries hidden in the Campiello neighborhood.
Wild mountain oregano
USD 3–8
Sun-dried on the slopes, this herb carries a potency you cannot find elsewhere.
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Where to buy: Central Market (Laiki Agora) near the New Fortress.
Cretan mountain herbs
USD 5–15
Locally harvested from high altitudes, these herbs provide an intense aroma for tea.
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Where to buy: Central market near Meidani square
Leather sandals
USD 40–100
Classic, sturdy leather designs are handmade on the island and soften perfectly with wear.
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Where to buy: Small workshops along the Fira caldera edge
Stivania leather boots
USD 180–450
High-cut, durable goat leather boots designed for rugged terrain and traditional dance.
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Where to buy: Specialized cobblers on Evans Street.
Komboloi
USD 15–100
These tactile bead strings are a staple of local relaxation, best found in carved wood or gemstone.
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Where to buy: Komboloi Museum shop in Plaka
Ceramic Oil Cruets
USD 15–60
These hand-thrown vessels often feature simple blue or earthy glazing inspired by the Ionian sea.
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Where to buy: Small craft workshops tucked away in the side alleys.
Hand-painted ceramic tiles
USD 15–60
Artists capture the local blue sea and white stone architecture in these vibrant, kiln-fired pieces.
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Where to buy: Small art galleries tucked into the side streets of the old town.
Corfiot ceramic pottery
USD 20–120
Rustic, hand-painted designs often featuring local flora or Venetian-influenced motifs.
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Where to buy: Studio workshops in the village of Varypatades.
Cretan thyme honey
USD 10–25
This intense, aromatic honey reflects the wild flora of the island's rocky hillsides.
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Where to buy: Specialty food shops on 1866 Street.
Cretan Herb Bundles
USD 2–10
Mountain-grown dittany and oregano add a wild flavor impossible to find elsewhere.
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Where to buy: The spice stalls lining 1866 Street.