Souvenirs & Gifts
Use these phrases when shopping for souvenirs, asking for recommendations, and getting gifts wrapped in Italy.
Key Phrases
Cerco un prodotto tipico di questa città.
neutralI am looking for a typical product of this city.
Devo prendere un regalino per un amico.
casualI need to get a little gift for a friend.
'Un regalino' or 'un pensiero' is commonly used for a small, inexpensive gift.
Che cosa mi consiglia per un bambino?
politeWhat do you recommend for a child?
Use polite 'consiglia' with older shop staff or in nicer stores.
Cosa mi consigli?
casualWhat do you recommend?
Use casual 'consigli' in outdoor markets or with young staff.
Avete prodotti di artigianato locale?
neutralDo you have local craft products?
Quanto costa questa calamita?
neutralHow much does this magnet cost?
Scusi, mi può dire il prezzo di questo?
politeExcuse me, can you tell me the price of this?
More polite — good for boutiques where prices aren't displayed.
Può fare un pacchetto regalo?
politeCan you make a gift wrap?
Fai la confezione regalo?
casualDo you do gift wrapping?
A more casual way to ask if they provide gift boxes.
Prendo questo, grazie.
neutralI'll take this, thanks.
A simple and natural way to confirm your purchase.