Outlet shopping in Tuscany

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Whether the ancient Romans already had outlets in Tuscany is not documented, but for many, visiting an outlet on vacation is simply part of it - even if this is admittedly not a matter with historical reference. However, it is gratifying that there are very appealing outlets in Tuscany that also exude a certain Tuscan ambience.

At this point we would like to introduce you to two selected outlets:

1. The Barberino Designer Outlet near Florence

Location:	50031 Barberino del Mugello (Click here for map view) Via Meucci snc
Number of shops:	just over 100
Internet address:	www.mcarthurglen.it/barberino
Email:	infobarberino [at] mcarthurglen [dot] com
Telephone hotline:	0039 055 842161

A shop village was created here in an appealing architecture. Due to the inviting design as a shopping village, not only women like to go there to stroll, look and buy. A playground has been set up for children, and there are cafes and restaurants. The outlet is also open on Sundays. It is just off the A1 motorway (Florence-Bologna) so it is easy to get to (click here for map view).
You can move freely from shop to shop like in a pedestrian zone. Everything looks typically Italian with piazzas, bridges and babbling fountains. The prices are usually around 30% below the normal price. In around 100 shops you will find major brands for fashion for the whole family, as well as shoes, sporting goods, electronics, cosmetics and more. Must-have brands like DESIGUAL are also represented with shops. Otherwise you will of course also meet old friends here: Prada, Benneton, Adidas, Puma, Diesel, Levis, D&G, Lacoste, Guess, CalvinKlein, etc.

A regularly scheduled shuttle bus also departs from Florence Central Station (Stazione S. Maria Novella, click here for map view ).

2. The Valdichiana Outlet Village near Lucignano

Location:	Foiano della Chiana (Click here for map view) Via Enzo Ferrari 5
Number of shops:	just over 140
Internet address:	http://www.valdichianaoutlet.it/index2.php?pagina=outlet
Email:	ufficioinformazioni [at] valdichianaoutlet [dot] it
Telephone hotline:	0039 0575 649926

In Foiano della Chiana, the neighboring town of Lucignano, you'll find the Valdichiana Outlet Village shopping center ( click here for a map ). Here you can shop for top brands, including those of Italian fashion designers, at bargain prices. Discounts of 30% to 70% are offered. There are many stores of major labels, as well as bars, restaurants, and more.

The outlet is also designed in a very "Italian/Tuscan" style and therefore has a very distinctive and appealing feel. The whole family can spend many hours here with plenty of variety.

The opening times are Mondays from 14 p.m., otherwise 00 a.m. - 10 p.m., in summer also on Sundays.

3. The outlet THE MALL near Florence

Location:	50066 Leccio (Click here for map view) Via Europe 8
Number of shops:	almost 30
Internet address:	http://www.themall.it/de/
Email:	info@themall.it
Telephone hotline:	0039 055 8657775

Just over 30 kilometers from Florence, you'll find the small but stylish outlet "The Mall" ( click here for a map ). From Alexander McQueen to Yves Saint Laurent, all the major fashion brands are represented here. As usual, you can find discounts of between 30% and 70%, depending on the season. There's also a café, a restaurant, and a bar, all quite stylishly furnished.

The mall is easily accessible via the A1 motorway. It's located between Arezzo and Florence; you'll need to take the Incisa-Reggello exit. If you're coming from the surrounding area (including Florence) and don't want to use your own car, THE MALL offers a special shuttle service, which you can book by calling the number above. From Florence, you can also easily reach the mall by bus, which runs every half hour in the mornings and evenings, and hourly the rest of the day. Buses depart from the Florence bus station, which is near the main train station. The fare is approximately €5.

The mall is closed on March 31st, otherwise open daily (including Sundays) between 10:00 a.m. and 19:00 p.m.