The 10 best souvenirs ideas from Italy

Made in Italy products are synonyms with quality, known for being crafted with beauty, style and duration. The care put into every product is clear to see and it’s no surprise that popular souvenirs from Italy are all made under the watchful eye of artisans and craftspeople.For this reason you can be sure to receive a product made with love. Steeped in history, legend and tradition, nothing exudes style and beauty quite like Italian made goods. Why not take a little bit of Italy home with you after your stay?

A selection of the best souvenirs from Italy, take your pick!

There are many cool souvenirs from Italy that you could take home for you or for your parents or friends. Imagine having something in your home able to transport you back to that wonderful stay in Italy for years to come. Or wearing an Italian Made leather handbag or belt and show off you newly found Italian style, while savouring some of Italy’s most delicious beverages and food products. Here we have selected some of the most emblematic products available in Italy:

Italian wines: among the finest in the world

Imagine being able to recreate that lovely al fresco dining experience on a summer night in Tuscany by taking home a bottle Chianti Classico? Take home a bottle or two of Barolo if you visit Piedmont, or the essence of those green rolling hills with a Prosecco di Valdobbiadene for Veneto for a special occasion. Each region boasts wines that reflect its specific climate and the type of grapes grown in each area, you are sure to find something you love.

Italian olive oil: the pillar of the Mediterranean diet

It’s impossible to have a trip to Italy without savouring the excellent olive oil, each region offers up a different sensation for the palette. Why not try extra virgin olive oil DOP from Tuscany for its fruitiness, the intensely flavoured oil from Puglia or a spicy and aromatic flavours of Umbria.

Italian cheese: variety and authentic taste

What better gift to take home for your loved ones than a beautiful block of Parmigiano Reggiano from Emilia-Romagna? Recreate those delicious recipes you tried while on your stay with a Pecorino Toscano from Tuscany or a Gorgonzola from Lombardy. Cheeses make a great gift for your foodie friends and maybe they’ll share!

Salami DOP e IGP

From Friuli-Venezia Giulia’ Prosciutto di San Daniele to Lombardy’ Salame di Varzi, Italian salami tells the culinary story of the regions they come from, each with distinct and beautiful flavours made my artisans for centuries. Why not taking home some Prosciutto from Modena and impress your guests with it? Cured meats also make for a delicious gift for your loved ones.

Handmade ceramics: tradition and craftsmanship

Choose pieces from Deruta in Umbria for refined decorations, colourful ceramics from Vietri sul Mare in Campania, or unique pieces from Caltagirone in Sicily, known for their geometric and floral motifs. Take home the colours and essence of the Amalfi coast with a piece of Vietri ceramic. Each piece is painted, glazed, and fired by hand using the highest quality clays from the Italian countryside.

Handmade Venetian Masks: centuries of mystery and tradition

Each mask, handmade in Venice, is a unique piece, ideal for capturing the spirit of the Venetian Carnival with its long history of tradition and mystery. A beautiful gift for someone you love or to proudly display in your own home to remind you of the Floating City.

Leather Bags and Accessories: distinctive style

Leather products made in Italy are world renowned for their quality, durability, and style and are a very popular souvenir from Italy. Florence is renowned for its tradition of leather craftsmanship. Choose a handmade bag, wallet or watch strap for a touch of elegance and quality.

Coffee and Design Moka: a sip of Italy

Espresso coffee is as Italian as you can get. Recreate the experience and the aromas at home with a selection of coffees from Naples or Turin. A popular souvenir from Italy would also be a designer moka pot, to bring home an authentic Italian experience.

Artistic Murano Glass: timeless wonders

Murano glass lamps, glasses, and sculptures, handcrafted near Venice, are famous for their beauty and craftsmanship, reflecting centuries of tradition. The glass is mouth-blown or moulded by hand to create one off and unique pieces; master glassmakers have for generations used the same techniques. Purchase a piece to treasure in your home for ever.

Few other iconic products that are not to be missed

The White Truffle of Alba from Piedmont, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar from Modena, Sicilian Cannoli, Limoncello (Campania, especially the Amalfi Coast): they all represent the gastronomic excellence of their respective regions, and each one is worth a try.

It doesn’t end there: Italian gifts from Italy with Shop & Fly service

If you were having too much fun while on your stay in Italy, and forgot to buy any gifts or souvenirs, worry not! At Fiumicino Airport you have another chance to pick up some quality Italy souvenirs. With the Shop & Fly service, a wide range of quality gifts can be booked and collected at the airport. Brands such as Città del Sole, Fabriano Boutique, Ferrari, My Family, Just Design or Nooe offer delicious products for you take home with you. You can also purchase a large array of beverages, so if you forgot to pick up that bottle of Limoncello, you have another chance. There are all kind of gifts from Italy available for you to choose from.

Whether you are a fashion lover or an art expert there is most definitely something you will want to take home with you from your trip to Italy. Last but not last, when buying souvenirs in Italy to take on an aeroplane, it is always a good idea to check the most up-to-date luggage regulations, both for hand luggage and for luggage in the hold. The rules may vary depending on the airline and the country of destination, especially regarding the transport of liquids, foodstuffs and fragile or bulky objects. Check before you buy; you should’t have to leave your beautiful souvenirs behind.