Pharmacies, Electronics Stores, Laundromats & Other Things You May Need in Venice
One of the biggest challenges of adapting to Venice is figuring out where to buy every day things. Part of it is cultural: Venetians don't buy their soap or shampoo in drug stores. And, part of it is the result of mass tourism: Ordinary stores have been driven away from the main streets of Venice. But, sooner or later we all need something – a power adapter, access to a clothes dryer, a toothbrush – and though tough to find, all of these things are available in Venice. These are some Venetian stores that cater to the everyday needs of people in Venice.
Pharmacies in Venice Italy
In Venice, a
pharmacy is indicated by a green “plus” symbol as shown
here. There are pharmacies in every large campo and on most major
pubic walkways. You will not find over-the-counter
medications sold outside of the pharmacies in Venice. (E.g. You can not
buy Aspirin in the grocery store.) So, if you are not feeling well
you should go to a pharmacy and talk with the pharmacist. Healthvenice.com provides an interactive map of pharmacies, hospitals, first aid stations and heart health centers in Venice. And, a complete list of pharmacies in Venice, with addresses and telephone numbers is available from Veniceworld.com. View the list HERE.
Tip: Just as you are not going to purchase over-the-counter medications in the grocery store, you should not count on purchasing personal hygiene products in the pharmacies in Venice. Though a pharmacy might have a limited supply of toiletries, prices will be extremely high and variety sparse. Plan on buying personal products at large grocery stores, or in the shops mentioned in this section that specialize in personal products.
Tip: Just as you are not going to purchase over-the-counter medications in the grocery store, you should not count on purchasing personal hygiene products in the pharmacies in Venice. Though a pharmacy might have a limited supply of toiletries, prices will be extremely high and variety sparse. Plan on buying personal products at large grocery stores, or in the shops mentioned in this section that specialize in personal products.
Electronics & Hardware Stores in Venice Italy
Hardware & Electronics. Forgot your power adapter? Need a new battery for your digital camera? Laptop take a fall? Need items for your rental apartment? These simple things are among the most difficult to find in venice. Try these stores:
Cosmetics & Personal Hygiene Stores in Venice Italy
In Venice, it's a lot easier to find a priceless work of art than it is to buy a hairdryer! As with many other things - food items, clothing - Italians shop for toiletries in specialty stores not at the supermarket nor at the pharmacy. These are a couple of shops in Venice where you can buy personal products at reasonable prices:
Beautyfull 6374 Castello, On Calle Dell'Ospedatello. Beautyfull is the largest and most reasonably priced shop selling cosmetics and personal hygiene products in Venice. Go there for soaps, hair products, personal products, skin care products as well as some small home goods and house cleaning products.
wMini Market Dorsoduro, In Campo Santa Margherita. wMini Market is a large store carrying a variety of merchandise similar to what you would find in a U.S. drug store. Go there for personal hygiene, cosmetics, small home goods, home cleaning products and also inexpensive notebooks, pens, pads of paper etc...
Beautyfull 6374 Castello, On Calle Dell'Ospedatello. Beautyfull is the largest and most reasonably priced shop selling cosmetics and personal hygiene products in Venice. Go there for soaps, hair products, personal products, skin care products as well as some small home goods and house cleaning products.
wMini Market Dorsoduro, In Campo Santa Margherita. wMini Market is a large store carrying a variety of merchandise similar to what you would find in a U.S. drug store. Go there for personal hygiene, cosmetics, small home goods, home cleaning products and also inexpensive notebooks, pens, pads of paper etc...
What to Bring to Venice ItalyYou can get most anything you need in Venice, but these are some things that I recommend bringing along with you:
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Cobblers & Shoe Repair in Venice Italy
No mercy will be shown to your shoes in this humid, cobblestoned and entirely pedestrian city. Fortunately, your favorite pair can be repaired! Two cobblers in Venice that I use are:
Clinica Della Scarpe 838/A Calle Due Mori, Near Rialto.
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Serafino 1058/A Rio Tera San Silvestro, Near Campo San Silvestro.
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Serafino 1058/A Rio Tera San Silvestro, Near Campo San Silvestro.
Laundromats (with dryers) in Venice Italy
Most rental apartments in Venice, even if they provide a washing machine,
will not have a dryer. You'll notice that most Venetians hang their clothes out to dry. So, it can be very helpful to know about your options for doing a wash while in Venice.
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ORANGE operates two laundromats in Venice, in Santa Croce on Chioverete de San Simeon & On La Giudecca near the Zitelle Vaporetto stop.
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EffeErre operates one self-service laundromat in the Castello district on Ruga Giuffa near Campo Santa Maria Formosa.
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The washers and dryers at the Venetian laundromats are pay machines operated by a central system. The machines accept cash and can provide change for larger bills. There are also vending machines that sell detergent. If you are sensitive to detergents, you can find other varieties at the BILLA, Il Bottegon and other large convenience stores.
Sewing, Knitting & Craft Supplies in Venice
Sewing & Knitting Supplies. Roni 5784 Castello on Salizada San Lio. Roni is a lingerie, knitting and sewing supplies store located on the
Salizada San Lio. This is a good shop to know about because you will
not find sewing kits in the “usual” places like pharmacies and
home goods stores in Venice. So, if you find you've got a darning
emergency during you stay in Venice this is the only place to go.
The needles and thread for everyday use are somewhat concealed behind
the jumble of other goods for sale here. Don't be shy about asking.