Passing through Cinque Terre, there is no doubt that Corniglia will be one of your stops. If you…read morehave heard anything about Corniglia, it is actually all true and the steps to the top lead to a reward of your own choice. Will it be gelato? Another hike to the next village? Lunch? Church? Most likely it will be gelato but while you're at it pacing your way through the narrow main street of shops, stop into Fanny Bazar. It's a typical gift shop but one with hand crafted ceramics. The saucers and cups are glossed with lovely rich shades. I couldn't carry them home in my suitcase but did have space for a magnet. The shopkeeper, who is also the ceramic artist, is really nice!

Fairly priced, beautiful hand painted items that make great souvenirs. I got a few small pieces…read moreand use them everyday. They remind me of my time in Cinque Terre everytime I use them!

This place is really amazing if your looking for outdoor antiques; statues, rusty lawn furniture…read moreand huge gates. They even have beautiful old antique Italian tiles but even the tiles are 40€ or more. Everything was outrageously expensive in my view, even small things were 100€ or more often 300 to 400€. We left without purchasing anything but if you've got loads of money and are looking for lawn ornamentation or tiles, this is your place!

There are other Geco Supermarkets in the neighboring towns of Corniglia, Manarola and Monterossa…read more The one here in Vernazza is smallish, but it shares with the rest the unique qualities of fair prices (cheap really), excellent quality products and great service with a smile. Having a place in town for a couple weeks, I was happily surprised on my first visit as to how reasonable the grocery prices are. The main reason is that the locals shop here too and having the advantage of it being a co-op, the prices of everything are kept reasonably low. The dry goods, fresh meats, cheeses, local produce are all top notch. Open everyday, but closed between 1100 and 1600.

This "Tabacchi" is located on Via Capellini and right at the City Wall entrance. I'm sure that this…read moreplace has a more formal name, but sometimes reviewing receipts and pictures after a trip doesn't tell the whole story. What struck Gayle and I about this particular establishment was the love of cats by the owner. One particular cancer-ridden feline that she owned tugged at our heart strings. Inside was some cool cat-themed trinkets, some nice cheap ceramic pieces, and postcards.