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Traveling to Estonia for our compatriots is always an opportunity not only for sightseeing, but also for shopping. Estonia, of course, is far from France or even Germany, but for those who like to wander around the shops, there is everything here - from fashion boutiques and famous shopping centers to tiny shops and regular sales.

So, what to bring home from Estonia, and where is the best place to shop?

Where is the best place to shop in Estonia – and in Tallinn in particular?

Most of the Estonian stores are concentrated in Tartu, Narva and Tallinn.

In Narva You can check out the Rimi and Prisma supermarkets, the Fama and Astrikeskus shopping centers.
In Tartu: Shopping center Tartukaubamaja, Sisustuse, Lounakeskus, Kaubahall, Eeden.
INJõhvi: Shopping center Johvikas, Johvitsentraal.
In Rakvere: Vaala and Tsentrum shopping centers.
To Parnu: Shopping center Kaubamajakas, Portartur, Parnukeskus.
In Tallinn:

Viru street, replete with a variety of shops. Souvenirs (in a wide range - handmade and factory production) should be looked for in that part of the street that is closer to the Old Town.
Port shops . You can purchase foreign-made goods there (from the Baltic Sea countries).
Krambuda shop. Here you can buy souvenirs created according to unique designs of medieval craftsmen - from glass and leather, porcelain, wood or metal.
Designer store “hand made” Nu nordik.
Shop with products from the forge (forged metal objects for interior) - Saaremaa Sepad.
Mida kinkida(funny slippers made of dried wool, various glass souvenirs and pointed hats).
Krunnipea Butiik(textiles with Estonian patterns).

Shopping center in Estonia:

You can buy anything you want in shopping centers and department stores. The advantage of the shopping center is that it is open until late and on Sundays.

Foorum.
Melon, Estonia pst 1.
Järve Keskus, Parnu mnt 238.
Rocca al Mare keskus, Paldiski mnt 102.
Kristiine keskus, Endla 45.
Mustika keskus, A.H.Tammsaare tee 11.
Norde Centrum, Lootsi 7.
SadaMarket, Kai 5.
Sikupilli Keskus, Tartu mnt 87.
Solaris, Estonia pst 9.
Stockmann, Liivalaia 53.
Tallinna Kaubamaja, Gonsiori 2.
Telliskivi poetänav, Telliskivi 60A.
Viru Keskus, Viru Väljak 4.
WW Passaaž, Aia 3/ Vana-Viru 10.
Ülemiste Keskus, Suur-Sõjamäe 4.

Markets:

And also:

Duty free shops with the Tax Free Shopping service (look for the corresponding logo).
Fashion brand clothing stores Baltman, Ivo Nikkolo and Bastion.
Müürivahe street , where you can buy knitted items and check out the Estonian crafts market.
Katarina käik street. Here, in medieval workshops, souvenirs are created right in your presence.
Particularly famous is the glassblower's house (there is also an exhibition of works with the possibility of purchase) and a doll’s house.
Antique shops in the Old Town. It will be of interest to antique lovers and collectors.
FAMu- inexpensive and high-quality clothing.

Sales:

1st: from Christmas until the end of January.
2nd: from mid-June to the end of July.
Many stores offer discounts 4 times a year before the end of the season.
Discounts range from 15 to 75 percent.

Grocery stores (retail chains):

Maxima. Opening hours until 10 pm.
Konsum. Opening hours until 9 pm.
Prisma.
Saastumarket(until 9 pm). The cheapest.

Regular store opening hours - from 10 am to 6 pm. On Sundays, mainly shops for tourists are open. And shopping centers, department stores and supermarkets are open seven days a week - from 9 am to 9-10 pm.

As for private shops , they are usually closed on Sundays, and close very early on Saturdays (on weekdays - from 10-11 am to 6 pm).

12 types of goods most often purchased in Estonia

In the distant Soviet times, all of Estonia was a real shopping center, where people from other republics came to buy various scarce goods.

Today Estonia, unlike many EU countries, offers authentic souvenirs (not imported and not Chinese).

As a rule, people go to Tallinn, the resort town of Pärnu and other Estonian cities for the following purchases:

Juniper products. For example, spatulas and hot mats, made of wood and having a specific sweetish aroma.
Knitted items- like . These include brightly patterned thick socks and mittens, beautiful coats, ponchos and sweaters with deer. And also creative things, like a hat in the shape of a cartoon character or a scarf decorated with soft toys. The price of a cap is from 20 euros, a cardigan is from 50 euros.
Marzipan(from 2 euros per figure). It is cheaper to take marzipan in briquettes, by weight. The figures will be significantly more expensive.
Chocolate Kalev. The incomparable taste of a delicacy that can be found in all towns of the country (from 1 euro per bar). Company store located in the Rotermann quarter, at Roseni 7.
Vana Tallinn liqueur . One of the most popular souvenirs. The cost of a bottle is from 9 euros. Sold in any wine store in the country. And Pirita liqueur (from 40 types of herbs).
Amber. Everything is made from this stone here: from simple jewelry in silver to copies of royal regalia and sets. The cost of a modest piece of jewelry is from 30 euros, earrings - from 200 euros. You can buy amber in souvenir shops and special shops. For example, in Toompea and around Town Hall Square, as well as in Amber House.
Knitwear. Exclusive wardrobe items with special patterns.
Dairy products. The most popular cheeses from the island of Saaremaa, milk, kama (creamy dessert).
Textiles from the Krenholm factory. Very cozy and soft towels and terry robes for men/women.
Handmade ceramics. It is made at Atla Manor (50 km from Tallinn). You can buy ceramic souvenirs on the 1st floor of the Garden Market (for example, beer mugs and designer plates, figurines, etc.).
Antiques. Estonia is a paradise for antique lovers. Here you can sometimes find things that you won’t find in other former Soviet republics during the day. For example, artifacts from the Soviet past - from books and military uniforms to crystal and gramophone records.
Piparkooka Pepper Cookies.

Shopping rules in Estonia: how to make purchases and transport them to Russia?

As for prices in Estonia, here they are, of course, lower than in other EU countries, so it is definitely profitable to go here for shopping (as even Finns know).

How to pay? Almost throughout the country, credit/debit cards are in use, which can be used to pay even in the smallest store. It is recommended to take cards from banks that are not subject to sanctions.
Services. In most shopping centers you will be offered free parking and Internet access, currency exchange and ATMs, places for a “snack” and even the services of a teacher (to leave the baby and wander around the shops).
Currency. The euro is valid in Estonia. It is not recommended to bring rubles (the exchange rate is significantly lower than in Russia).

Tax free

Once you see the corresponding logo on the window, you can be sure that you can refund VAT on purchases.

To receive a tax refund on goods that you bought in Estonia, you should ask for the appropriate documents (special checks - Refund Check) from the seller when making the purchase. They will have to be certified (by presenting the UNUSED item itself with tags and Refund Check) when passing the border from a customs officer (you must have a special stamp placed on the check issued by the seller).

Are you traveling by plane? Look for the counter for receiving a refund (on a card or in cash) next to the Tax free counter.
Or are you traveling by train? If you have documents certified by border guards, you can return the money in Russia.

How to return tax?

The already stamped Refund Check should be presented along with your passport and credit card at the nearest Refund Office, and then request an Immediate Refund to your card. Or in cash.

Tax refund points:

Road: in Luhama, Narva and Koidula - in “exchange offices”.
In St. Petersburg: on Chapygina 6 (off. 345) and on Glinka 2 (VTB 24).
In the capital: in VTB 24 on Leninsky Prospekt, Avtozavodskaya St., on Marksistskaya St. and on Pokrovka.

Note:

VAT in Estonia is 20 percent. That is, the amount of compensation is equal to VAT minus the administrative fee.
Time limit for confirmation of Refund Check by a customs officer — 3 months from the date of purchase. That is, from the moment you bought the item, you have 3 months to get a stamp on the check at customs.
Purchase amount in Tax Free should be above 38.35 euros.

What is prohibited from being exported from Estonia to Russia?

Currency worth over 10,000 euros - only with declaration. You need to study before your trip.
Items that are of cultural, historical or artistic value . Especially those produced before 1945, or those that are more than 100 years old.
Any precious metals and gems/stones.
Animals without vaccination documents and medical certificates , issued 10 days before departure from the country.
Restrictions on the export of alcohol - no more than 2 liters once a month.
Maximum amount for duty-free export of goods - 5000 CZK.
All plants, animals and products of plant/origin must presented to quarantine service workers.

There are 55 answers to the question of what to bring from Latvia. One of these answers is Latvian knitwear.

In Russian, this phrase has an amazing property: it immediately evokes associations with quality, beauty, comfort, unusualness and... holiday. Yes, once upon a time, buying wonderful Baltic knitwear was indeed a real holiday. Therefore, a holiday in the Baltics was never complete without purchasing such wonderful knitted items.

Now new brands have appeared, and the requirements for things have changed. However, the products of Latvian craftsmen are still distinguished by their quality, beauty and extraordinary elegance.

You can see a variety of boutiques and brands, the location of which can be seen on the map. In them, everyone can choose clothes according to their mood and figure.

You can also buy souvenirs there that will remind you of your trip and exciting shopping. will help you make your choice.

Soft, flowing knitted fabrics allow you to create special, feminine designs. They hide flaws and emphasize the advantages figures, forcing men to look back after the Real Woman.

Magnolica

A company well known to Russian women. Elegant casual clothing from this manufacturer has been in demand since the company was founded.

Cloth oriented on ordinary women who go to work, go shopping, and do household chores.

High-quality fabrics and modern equipment allow you to sew perfect fit there are things on the figure, and the work of designers turns these things into exquisite masterpieces. Magnolica products are exported to the European Union and have achieved significant success.

By the way, if you have come across the brands MONTON, SIMON JEFFREY, ESSENTIAL, EVERMAN - know that these are the same Magnolica, made in Britain.

There are no trendy items in Magnolica collections. But their soft, feminine, flawless models will never lose their charm.

Magnolica brand stores in Riga are located by addresses:

st. Gertrudes, 56;
st. Audeju, 6.

Vaide

The range of this brand is extremely wide. From outerwear to underwear, every item released under this brand is distinguished by its beauty and designer style.

Vaide releases several clothing lines, including plus size models. This includes underwear, clothing for sports and leisure, business women's clothing and outerwear for men and women, products made from knitted fabric.

New collections are presented four times a year. Together with designers from Italy, a separate Vaide “Monic” collection was released, which is eye-catching and distinguished by bold elegance.

Products from Riga Vaide knitwear so diverse that every buyer is sure to find a special model for himself, as if it was specially made for him.

Store addresses:

Kr. Barona iela, 37;
Shopping center Origo;
TP Alfa.

Lissa

Bright, mood-setting Lissa products are especially popular among young women and girls.

These clothes are modern and business at the same time, carrying latest trends fashion, but not beyond the bounds of common sense. Small collections sell out instantly and are just as quickly replaced with new items.

Cheerful femininity and feminine charm– these are models of Baltic knitwear Lissa.

Lissa store addresses:

Olimpia shopping center – “Maya” store – 2nd floor;
Mols shopping center – “Maya” store – 2nd floor;
Shopping center Galleria Riga – store “Maya” – 4th floor;
Sky&More shopping center – “Fratelli fashion” store - 2nd floor;
Damme shopping center – “VEAL Plus” store.

Latvia not only has excellent knitwear, but also wonderful personal care products. For example, it will delight you with a wide selection, excellent quality and reasonable prices.

The most famous brand “Dzintars” is not inferior. Manufacturers of these natural cosmetics will be able to offer you – we’ll tell you.

And after a busy and fruitful shopping trip, you can have a snack and relax. The Lido Recreation Center always welcomes visitors.

Eiva Stils

You will like Eiva Stils products business women who want to look strict and at the same time attractive. An impeccable sense of style helps designers create memorable pieces that make you feel cozy at work and elegant in the evening.

Soft lines, pleasant colors, high quality have long won fans in Russia and European countries. A separate collection is being created for younger customers.

Eiva Stils is charming elegance for the woman you love.

Viola Stils

This brand is well known all over the world. Knitted outerwear with no seams - Viola Stils branded products.

Products made in any style, any shape, from any material - but you won’t find any not a single seam!

It should be noted that the highest quality has brought this company to first place in the world, and not a single manufacturer has yet been able to compare with Viola Stils. Together with outerwear two more lines are being developed - “spring-summer” and “exclusive”.

Although any items from this company simply cannot be mass produced due to complex technology. Fortunately for buyers, this does not affect prices.

“The best clothes are clothes without seams!” - says this brand.

Ogres Trikotaza

Or OT stils – long-time acquaintances of Russians. This brand used to be called “Ogre jersey”, under which our compatriots remember it.

If thirty years ago the quality of products from Ogre was an order of magnitude higher than others, now this quality is also recognized all over the world. The OT stils company produces products for such brands as Pierre Cardin, Marks&Spencer, Alan Paine, Brax, Ungaro, Glenmuir.

In addition, Ogres Knitwear is a member of the Woolmark Association, for which quality always comes first. Products are manufactured made from natural yarn: wool, silk, cashmere; special treatment protects them from rolling.

A large selection of stylish, comfortable, beautiful knitwear at very reasonable prices makes shopping in OT stils stores a real holiday.

Ogres Trikotaza stores have many models for men.

To the displeasure of Russian consumers, almost all of this company's exports are directed to Europe. This is another reason to visit Ogres Trikotaza stores.

"Ogres Knitwear" in Riga can be purchased at the following addresses:

st. Valnyu, 10;
st. Terbatas, 45A;
st. Dzirnavu, 84;
Shopping center Galerija centrs, st. Audeyu, 16;
Shopping center Galerija Azur, st. Rentsen, 1, store No. 3;
Shopping center Galleria Riga, st. Dzirnavu, 67;
Shopping center Domina, st. Ierikyu, 3;
Shopping center Riga Plaza, st. Mukusalas, 71;

K.A.J.

Knitwear for children. Bright, cheerful, fashionable things for babies and preschoolers are distinguished by ease of care, durability and long-lasting colors.

A number of young designers also work with knitwear in Latvia. Some brands, for example, Anna Ice, are already quite well known, and their seasonal collections receive well-deserved attention.

Prices for knitwear in Riga

Price range for knitwear from the Baltic states is quite large. They begin from 10-15EUR for tops and summer miniskirts, and rise to several hundred dollars for exclusive models.

This applies to current collections, and products from Latvian knitwear from previous seasons can be purchased for significant discounts. Such things are usually sold in outlets.

We hope you will definitely come to Riga. And as a souvenir of this elegant, stylish and beautiful capital, you will buy no less elegant, stylish and beautiful gifts for yourself and your loved ones.

If you are thinking about what to bring from Latvia, you can safely buy Riga knitwear. “Clothes from Latvia” – this phrase is associated with quality, comfort, beauty and originality. Latvian knitwear has always been valued, and despite the fact that new brands are now appearing, clothes made from Latvian knitwear are still distinguished by their quality and elegance.

Knitwear manufacturers

A variety of boutiques and brands can be seen in large shopping centers in Riga, and here you can also buy souvenirs from Latvia. Inexpensive clothing from world brands will be a memorable gift and a profitable purchase for travelers.

Eiva Stils

Eiva Stils is a brand known in Russia and European countries. The brand is known for creating elegant collections without broken lines of styles and flashy colors. This is a product for business women who want to look strict and at the same time attractive.

However, these are memorable pieces that can make you feel cozy in the workplace and elegant in a restaurant or business meeting. The brand always prepares separate clothing lines for young customers. The store can be found at 2C Skolas Str.

This dress trademark can cost about 60-90 lats, a skirt about 50-65 lats, a blouse 40-55 lats.

The company produces children's knitwear. These are bright, cheerful and fashionable things for little ones and preschoolers.

These items are distinguished by high quality tailoring, wear well, colors do not change during use, and are very easy to care for.

Clothes for children can be purchased in the store at Kalna iela 30. Children's dress for babies about 10-17 lats, summer bodysuit 3-5 lats, children's underwear 0.5-0.9 lats.

Lissa products are especially popular among young people. This is modern business clothes which answers modern trends fashion and does not contain any frills. The brand creates small collections that are instantly sold out, but just as quickly they are replaced by new items.

In Riga, you can purchase products from this brand in the following places:

Maya Store shopping mall"Olympia".
Maya store, Mols shopping center.
Shop "VEAL Plus" shopping center "Damme".
“Fratellifashion” store, “Sky&More” shopping center.
Store "Maya" shopping center "Galleria Riga".

Approximate cost of some products: blouse 40-50 lats, dress 60-75 lats.

Magnolica

Russian women are very well aware of this company for creating beautiful casual clothes. Modern equipment and fabrics high quality allow you to sew items under the Magnolica brand that fit your body perfectly. The brand's clothing is aimed at ordinary women doing everyday things: shopping, going to work, doing household chores.

These clothes have gained noticeable success in the European Union thanks to the work of designers who create real masterpieces. The collections do not contain trendy items, but they have their own charm.

The brands ESSENTIAL and MONTON are also Magnolica, only made in the UK.

In Riga, Magnolica products can be purchased in stores at the following addresses: st. Gertrudes, 56, st. Audeju, 6. The cost of clothes of different styles may fluctuate, but a dress can be purchased in the aisles for 45-60 lats, a blouse for 20-30 lats, trousers for 30 lats.

Ogres Trikotaza

The brand is also known as “OT stils” or “Orgsky knitwear”, which Soviet people still remember. Consistent quality has led to the brand being recognized throughout the world today. This company is a member of the Woolmark Association, for which quality comes first. OTstils manufactures products for Alan Paine, Ungaro, Pierre Cardini, etc.

The company's products are made from cashmere, wool, silk - natural thread. Special processing of the finished product protects it from the formation of pellets. The stores offer comfortable, stylish and fashionable knitwear, including many models for men. Today, almost all exports are directed to Europe, so while in Latvia, it is better to take care of your wardrobe.

There are stores in Riga where you can buy org knitwear:

Shopping center “Riga Plaza”, st. Mukusalas, 71.
Shopping center "Galerija Azur", st. Rentzen, 1.
Shopping center "Domina", st. Ierikyu, 3.
Shop on the street Valnyu, 10

The prices for the products are not the lowest, but if you take into account the fact that things last a very long time and do not lose their appearance, they are worth it. Men's jumper 40-70 lats, women's dress on average 63 lats, women's jumper with short sleeves about 50 lats.

The brand focuses on the designer style and beauty of each item. Here you can buy everything from underwear to outerwear, as well as large sizes. The brand produces:

Underwear.
Knitwear.
Sportswear.
Business suits.
Outerwear.

New collections are provided every season. Products made from Riga knitwear from this company are very diverse; they can be purchased in stores:

Store at Kr. Baronaiela, 37.
Shopping center "Origo".
Shopping center "Alfa"

A dress from this brand can be bought for 50-100 lats, a coat for 110-200 lats, a blouse for 35-50 lats.

Viola Stils

The brand is distinguished by the fact that it offers outerwear without seams. The manufacturer's products can be made in any style and any shape, but not a single seam can be found on them.

The brand produces clothes of the highest quality, which has allowed it to become one of the best knitwear producers in the world.

In parallel with outerwear, an exclusive and spring-summer line is being developed.

Complex production technology does not allow making models mass-produced, but this has virtually no effect on the cost.

The price of a winter warm dress can be in the range of 75-170 lats, a pullover or golf about 60 lats.

When purchasing knitwear, it is important to make sure that it is branded. There are many stores in Riga that sell goods that are by no means of the same high quality as, say, Orgsky. For example, on Stabu Street in Riga there is a store called “Orgsky Knitwear”, which has nothing to do with the manufacturer, so you need to take your purchase seriously and pay attention to prices and tags.

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