Shopping in Catanzaro can be a lot of fun since you can come across quite unexpected things in the market. Apart from all the commercial stores that sell branded clothes and merchandise, the best places to shop are the local markets. These markets are quite colorful and lively and the best places to buy local merchandise. One of the best things to buy in Catanzaro is textiles since the city is quite popular for its silks and brocades. You can find a lot of trinkets and souvenirs made locally as well as various handicraft items to take back home with you as a reminder of your visit.