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Shops in Narva. The best shops and shopping centers in Narva What you can buy in Narva

For shopping, Estonia presents one of its best cities - Narva, whose shops are especially interesting to Russians living in border areas.

Here you can buy inexpensive, high-quality branded items and get back 20% of their cost in an absolutely legal way!

What is so good about this city that guests prefer even its northern neighbor Finland to Estonia, believing that Narva has lower prices and better quality?

Discounts and sales

The main and most pleasant discount for Russians, as for residents of a country outside the European Union, is VAT refund, which will be 20% of the purchase amount minus the administrative fee. To get it, you need:

In the shop. Before paying for purchases totaling at least 38.01 euros, made in one store or boutique within one day, ask the seller for a tax free form;
At customs. All purchases must be unused, preferably packaged. Show the customs officer your passport, receipts and purchases and ask him to stamp the Refund Check;
VAT refund office. At the nearest Refund office, present your passport, Refund Check and credit card and request an immediate VAT refund to the credit card (Immediate Refund). Otherwise, the tax free amount will most likely be returned in cash;

Just keep in mind that the Tax free form must be stamped at customs no later than three months, starting from the month of purchase.

Regarding sales, the greatest sales happen 2 times a year - in January and July, especially good discounts ( up to 80%) can be expected in January.

What can you buy in Narva

This information was collected bit by bit from many forums, one might say, first-hand. So for those who are just going to Narva, it will be very interesting to know what visiting shopaholics buy in Estonia first:

Elite alcohol, liqueurs;
High-quality local knitwear, especially Marat;
Branded clothing;
Children's clothes, especially winter ones. Children's clothing stores from the manufacturer Lenne are highly praised;
Sweets – the leaders are marzipan and Kalev sweets;
Meat and sausage products Rakvere;
They also bring equipment, although the prices for it are almost the same as in Russia.

Features of shopping in Narva

In Estonia, it is very profitable to buy inexpensive and high-quality clothes, and one of the peculiarities of shopping is that stores, especially grocery stores, close quite early. Only large shopping centers are open late (until 22.00, 23.00).

There is a restriction on the sale of alcohol - strictly from 10.00 to 21.00.

The largest shopping centers in Narva, which are worth paying attention to first of all, are the Fama, Astri, Tempo stores, and all of them are very conveniently located close to each other on the Tallinn highway.

Shopping centers

Now let’s get acquainted with the main shopping centers of the city, find out the location and operating hours of stores in Narva.

Fama Keskus

Fama Keskus is one of the two largest modern shopping centers, which is visited by about 9,000 people a day. The Fama store is not only conveniently located in the city center - it has everything you can think of: in addition to all kinds of shops and boutiques, there are bank offices, a children's room, a sports club, and parking lots.

Lovers of sweets will definitely visit Astri Buffet, and for women there are shops of Italian stockings and tights, lingerie and swimwear ROSME and V.O.V.A, the exclusive boutique outlet BRAND HOUSE, women's clothing boutique MILENA, etc.

Astri

The Astri store in Narva is one of the oldest hypermarkets, opened in 1998 and since then reconstructed twice.

Today it is the largest shopping and entertainment center in Narva with an area of 19,300 m², which features more than 50 stores, a state-of-the-art cinema “Forum Cinemas Astri” with three halls, designed for 409 people, a games room, a beauty salon, bowling alley and parking for 105 cars.

If you get hungry while enjoying some exciting shopping, you can grab a bite to eat at two bars or a fast food restaurant.

Narva Centrum

Shopping center Narva Centrum is another large shopping center, very convenient, modern, which offers goods, products and services for every taste. It is also located very close to the entrance to the city, which is very convenient.

Prisma

The large supermarket Prisma is another popular favorite, also known outside Estonia. Prizma is one of the few shopping centers open until 23.00. On its territory, in addition to a huge number of shops, you will find a pharmacy, an Internet cafe, a photo center, etc.

No matter what time of year you go to this Estonian town, you will probably be interested in what awaits you.

And if you decide to visit the most interesting places in this city, be sure to go to the ancient and mysterious castle museum.

So that a long trip to the shops and sights of Narva does not deplete you, we will tell you which dishes are worth trying in Estonia: - for every budget and stomach!

Tempo

Tempo Shopping Center is another place worth visiting while shopping. This large shopping center, also located on Tallinn Highway, offers a huge range of household goods, clothing, shoes, children's items and equipment.

Maxima X

The Maxima X supermarket chain is also popular in Narva - they are open mainly from 7.00-8.00 to 22.00-23.00.

In addition, you can purchase a variety of fruits and vegetables, as well as all kinds of fresh seafood, by visiting the spacious Rimi hüpermarket, located at address: Tallinna mnt 19c.

Clothing stores

If you are traveling to Narva specifically to buy clothes, then you have a direct route to the listed shopping centers. Separately, you can add an interesting Krenholm textile store, located at Tallinn Highway 52, 21005 Narva, which is also located in the Tempo shopping center.

Children's stores

It is best to buy everything for children in stores located in the shopping centers listed above: for example, in the Maxima shopping center, located on the Tallinn Highway, there is a Limpopo store.
There is also a nearby store called “Sipsik”, which sells Lenne products, so beloved by Russian mothers.

In Fama, on the second floor there are also many shops selling children's supplies, toys, and clothing, including Chicco and Ricco. And Astri will delight you with the Taco and Trend outlets.

In addition, according to official information on the Lenne website http://www.lenne.ee/ in Narva, the products of this company are presented in 2 points: the Kauplus Trend store at Pushkina street 4, and the Sipsik store at address Tallinna mnt. 31.

Souvenir shops

Estonian souvenirs– a very pleasant addition to the main shopping experience. Particularly in demand are handicrafts, sweets, porcelain mugs, dishes, antiques, as well as local balms, liqueurs, etc. Here are several souvenir shops that are conveniently located in the center of Narva:

Kokos is a huge store of Estonian sweets and more. You can also find chocolate from other Baltic countries here. The store is conveniently located a couple of minutes walk from Petrovskaya Square at the address: Pushkin St., 5;
Aleksandr Salon is not only a souvenir shop, but also an entire antique store where you can admire and purchase ancient coins, art objects, products of Estonian craftsmen and many other amazing items.
The store is located at 13 Pushkin Street and is open on weekdays from 10.00 to 18.30, and on Saturdays from 10.00 to 15.00;
Unistus is Kalev's signature sweet shop, where you can buy Estonia's famous marzipan, as well as alcoholic drinks and souvenir mugs.
The store is located near the Astri shopping center at Tallinn Highway 27.

Household appliances stores in Narva

The best electronics stores are located not separately, but also in large shopping centers - Tempo, Fama, Astri, Prisma, although it cannot be said that prices for electronics and household appliances are very different from Russian ones, unless you get to the January sales.

Here are a few addresses of large electronics and household appliance stores:

RD Electronic AS – Linda St., 2 Narva, 20309, Argo Electronocs AS – Malmi St., 8 Narva, 20308, ASC Computer OU – Daumani, 5-63, Narva, 20607.

Now you can confidently travel to Narva. Shopping centers, shops, boutiques and souvenir shops - beware! We know everything about your assortment, addresses, sales and Tax Free!

If you have a trip to Estonia planned, why not combine it with shopping. The opinion that shopping is only possible in Italy, England or the UAE is completely wrong. Estonia, like many other European countries, can offer both global brands that have been successfully operating on the Estonian market for more than 10 years, as well as national brands.

Sale seasons

Like throughout Europe, Estonia has two seasons of discounts and sales, when the main decoration of storefronts are yellow and red signs that attract shopaholics.

The winter sales season begins on Christmas Eve and lasts until the last days of January. Summer sales occur in July-August. And if in normal times tourists, according to statistics, spend about 300-400 €, then during sales this amount doubles.

Another nuance that will be useful for tourists. In addition to these two periods, you can count on discounts at the end of each season. This is a common practice of large shopping centers, which allows them to sell off goods that will be irrelevant next year.

Shops and markets

When it comes to products, liqueurs will come first. This could be the already named “Old Tallinn” or the more exotic “Kännu Kukk”. Secondly, sweets: you can choose Kalev chocolate or marzipan. In addition, sprats and cheese are brought from Estonia.

More practical people will like local textiles. They will have a choice of knitted wool items or linen items. Cute hats with ears and pom-poms, scarves, socks or elegant ponchos - everything that women love so much is here. Fans of the local brand Ivo Nikkolo should visit the brand stores in Tallinn or Pärnu.

Ceramics or glass - souvenirs made from these materials are very fragile, but invariably in demand. Plates and cups with national patterns, figurines of animals and people, vases, glasses and other items can become a beautiful decorative element or a reminder of friendly Estonia in your home.

And, of course, amber. The times when there was a lot of it here and prices were low have already passed, but it is quite possible to pick up an interesting souvenir or piece of jewelry at a reasonable price.

VAT refund (Tax Free)

Not all tourists know that part of the money spent can be returned. What is needed for this and how to do it? Firstly, this is only possible if the purchase was made in places marked Global Blue Tax Free Shopping, and you took a VAT refund form (the so-called Tax Free Form).

The form must be filled out in block letters and be sure to mark the store first, then customs. At the airport or VAT refund offices (Refund Office), in addition to the form, you will need to present unpacked goods and receipts.

The amount of goods must exceed 38 €; 20% of it will be returned - this is the VAT rate in Estonia - minus the administrative fee. However, you need to know that some goods are not subject to this rule, such as books, medicines and medical devices.

How much money should you take with you?

The amount required will depend on what you plan to buy. If we are talking only about small souvenirs for family members and friends, then you can easily get by with 200 €.

Below is an indicative list of prices for the most popular souvenirs:

liqueur - from 12 € / 0.5 l;
chocolate or marzipan – from 2 €;
cheese – from 6 €;
wool hat – from 20 €;
socks – from 12 €;
sweater – from 40-50 €;
cardigan – from 50 €;
magnets – from 6 €;
souvenir plates – from 10-15 €;
small amber brooch – from 30 €;
earrings – from 200 €.

Those who, in addition to souvenirs, also want to update their wardrobe will need a much larger sum, at least several thousand rubles. But those who want to buy jewelry should count on an even larger amount.

But again, it all depends on the appetite, which, as you know, comes with eating, so if you are a real shopaholic, don’t take it, it won’t be enough anyway.

I discovered Narva several years ago as an alternative to traveling to Finland. First there were trips to Tallinn, and then I looked closely at offers of one-day tours to Narva. They promised shopping, sightseeing and almost a second Lappeenranta, only closer, faster and cheaper. Closer - yes, cheaper - yes, but the economics of the tour are completely different. People go to Lappeenranta to get their visas processed, visit wholesale markets and buy fairy caviar fish. When I actively visited Narva (2014-2015), there were no wholesale markets or fish with caviar. Perhaps over time they will follow the Finnish scenario. I’ll warn you right away: Narva is more interesting from the point of view of shopping, rather than attractions.

What is the best way to get to Narva from St. Petersburg: minibus, bus, private car

There are too many companies offering one-day tours to Narva. Search the Internet, study offers and choose. Everyone has different travel days and passenger collection points. As a rule, minibuses go to Narva. More precisely, they are not actually going to Narva itself, but to Ivangorod (a city on the border with Estonia, on the other side of the river from Narva). You can also get to Ivangorod by regular bus from the Bus Station on the Obvodny Canal. There is one caveat: this is the price of the trip. Minibuses take you there and back, the price for the tour is variable. Some companies offer last-minute prices if there is less than a day before the trip and there are several unsold tickets left. The price is reduced and you can ride there and back for 450-500 rubles. Travel time for minibuses is less: 2-2.5 hours. Regular buses have a fixed price of 380 rubles one way and travel time is almost 3.5 hours. In addition, minibuses drive up to the very checkpoint across the border with Estonia, and from a regular bus you will have to walk even further. Minibuses to Narva are faster and cheaper. You can also get to Narva / Ivangorod by private car. I didn't go there by car. If you have a green card, go through customs in your car. If you don’t have a green card, you leave the car in Ivangorod and walk across the bridge to Narva. The quality of the road surface in the Leningrad region towards the border is so-so. An example of a minibus to Narva (I don’t remember the carrier company):

My option: take a backpack/tote bag, maybe even grandma’s shopping cart. Everyone does this and then puts everything on the back platform of the minibus. And yes, minibuses run 99-100% full. Some have Wi-fi internet (up to a certain point). Usually they give you 6 hours for shopping in Narva: they arrive at the border at 10 a.m., and return at 4-5 p.m. This time is enough for either hard non-stop shopping, or a softer version of shopping with a visit to one or two attractions. Oh, here’s another thing: on tours they usually advertise that you can visit the Narva and Ivangorod fortresses. Forget about Ivangorodskaya (from the Russian side) - there simply won’t be time for it. I'm serious.

Customs in Narva on the border with Estonia - how long to go through, features of passage

To travel to Narva you must have a valid passport with a valid Schengen visa. Documents are checked first on the territory of Russia, then on the territory of Estonia. Checkpoints are located on opposite sides of the Narva River. The checkpoint is a pedestrian type, that is, they drop you off near the Russian customs, show you where the minibus will stand, tell you the deadline when you need to appear at the Estonian customs and the departure time of the minibus to St. Petersburg. The main thing is not to forget about the time difference, if there is one. Now in the summer of 2017 there is no time difference.

There are toilets at each checkpoint. Estonian customs officers speak Russian. In general, Narva is the most Russian Estonian city and there are no problems with the language at all. Everyone speaks Russian, and all the names are in Estonian. As a rule, no questions are asked. They put a stamp and see you in a few hours.

Some people cross the border on foot or by car across the bridge - a neutral zone. It is very windy and cold there in winter, spring and autumn. The brain freezes specifically.

It’s good for animals - they don’t need any documents or visas. They go back and forth. In the photo above, I recorded the moment when local mongrels fled from Estonia to Russia. Nobody stopped them.

How to get around in Narva

After crossing the border, the first question is: what should you use to get around Narva? During the minibus instruction, it is recommended to use a local taxi to travel between shopping centers. Yes, shopping centers are relatively far from each other, but I always moved on foot and managed to do everything. I didn't see any public transport. Narva, although the third largest city in Estonia, is still very small and everything is nearby when compared with St. Petersburg.

Attractions in Narva

The first place to visit in Narva immediately after crossing the border is the tourist information center (Narva Guest Service Center), which is located in the square immediately after exiting the Estonian customs on the left side. There you can take free maps of the city of Narva, get free advice from the center’s specialists - where to see, where to go + there you can also find many booklets with information about other tourist places in Estonia, spa resorts, etc. And here you can also buy souvenirs. The consultants speak Russian, the booklets are also in Russian. In general, I recommend it! Very nice service.

The main attraction of Narva is the Narva Fortress / Narva Castle. It’s nice to just take a walk here on a fine day (but it’s very windy), you can visit the castle itself, but I didn’t remember anything about the castle itself, to be honest.

There is also a monument to the villain who destroyed Russia.

And his hut.

Near the castle in the surrounding area there is a fountain and an iron tree for newlyweds.

The second main attraction is the Lutheran Alexander Church.

Nothing interesting inside. This is a working cathedral.

You can go up to the observation deck via a spiral staircase or by elevator. Entrance to the church is free, you only need to pay for going upstairs.

From the narrow windows of the tower there is a view of Narva and Ivangorod.

I also visited the Art Gallery - it is located on the other side of the Narva Castle and the Alexander Church, you will have to walk there. On weekdays there are few people in the above places - I like it. In order not to spend a lot of money on entry, you can buy a comprehensive ticket for everything at once (except for the church). A comprehensive ticket costs 7 euros for adults, 3.5 euros for students.

The architecture of Narva will not amaze you with its diversity. During the war and during the Soviet years, many historical buildings were irretrievably lost. What's left is all that's left, everything else is gray, scary panels. I photographed something more beautiful

Shopping centers in Narva and what to buy. Casino

The main thing worth going to Narva for is shopping! Before the jump in the euro exchange rate it was very profitable, but now it’s not so profitable. Only if you want quality goods. The biggest inconvenience for Russian tourists in Narva shops is that price tags are only in Estonian. Well, that is, you will see that this is cheese, and this is sausage. But there are 50 types of cheese there, and if you don’t speak Estonian, it will be almost impossible to understand what the difference is between them - you need to ask sales consultants.

The largest shopping center in Narva is Astri. It opened recently. This is the most diverse shopping center in terms of assortment + it has a cinema. I advise you to pay attention to the Ideaal cosmetics store. There are big discounts on perfumes and you can grab originals at an attractive price.

Fama shopping center. There is a Rimi grocery supermarket, a pharmacy, clothing stores, etc. In Rimi you can buy cheeses and sausages - real ones, not our surrogates.

Tempo Shopping Center. There is nothing special about it, a small shopping center of local importance. Don't waste your time.

Grocery supermarket Maxima XX is a competitor to Rimi. You can visit in search of great deals and discounts.

Shopping center Narva Centrum. Located next to Astri. No problem, you don’t have to go there. Very similar to our kiosk shopping centers.

Hypermarket Prisma. But definitely come here! Huge selection of goods, low prices, large area, few buyers. It is located far from other shopping centers, so it is better to start grocery shopping from here, but this is my personal opinion.

Narva is more suitable for purchasing quality food products. For clothing there is a small range of brands. Perhaps, if you catch discounts, you can overstock with junk. 5-6 hours is enough to visit several supermarkets and relax, walking a little around the grounds of Narva Castle or along the river promenade. There won't be a single free minute! When purchasing groceries, you must keep in mind the list of products and goods prohibited from being transported across the border. As a rule, these are cigarettes and alcohol in large quantities, raw meat and fish. Every year something changes, look for a list of prohibitions and restrictions on the Internet. In addition, the minibus driver will definitely tell you about the restrictions on the way from St. Petersburg to Narva.

3. inexpensive round trip travel if you look hard enough;

4. everyone speaks Russian, it turns out Russian abroad;

5. the city is constantly and actively improving within the framework of special EU programs;

6. everything is close, within walking distance;

7. fast and trouble-free border crossing.

I didn’t have any negative moments in Narva, although they say that the Russian population of Narva likes to drink and behaves aggressively. I recommend it and give it five stars! Also read my great review about Istanbul

Sincerely, Andy Goldred

Olga Stepanova

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Traveling to Estonia for our compatriots is always an opportunity not only to see the sights, but also to go shopping. Estonia, of course, is far from France or even Germany, but for those who like to wander around the shops, there is everything here - from fashion boutiques and famous shopping centers to tiny shops and regular sales.

So, what to bring home from Estonia, and where is the best place to shop?

Where is the best place to shop in Estonia – and in Tallinn in particular?

Most of the Estonian stores are concentrated in Tartu, Narva and Tallinn.

In Narva You can look into the Rimi and Prisma supermarkets, the Fama and Astrikeskus shopping centers.
In Tartu: Shopping center Tartukaubamaja, Sisustuse, Lounakeskus, Kaubahall, Eeden.
INJõhvi: Shopping center Johvikas, Johvitsentraal.
In Rakvere: Vaala and Tsentrum shopping centers.
To Parnu: Shopping center Kaubamajakas, Portartur, Parnukeskus.
In Tallinn:

Viru street, replete with a variety of shops. Souvenirs (in a wide range - handmade and factory-made) should be looked for in the part of the street that is closer to the Old Town.
Port shops . You can purchase foreign-made goods there (from the Baltic Sea countries).
Krambuda shop. Here you can buy souvenirs created according to unique designs of medieval craftsmen - from glass and leather, porcelain, wood or metal.
Designer store “hand made” Nu nordik.
Shop with products from the forge (forged metal objects for interior) - Saaremaa Sepad.
Mida kinkida(funny slippers made of dried wool, various glass souvenirs and pointed hats).
Krunnipea Butiik(textiles with Estonian patterns).

Shopping center in Estonia:

You can buy anything you want in shopping centers and department stores. The advantage of the shopping center is that it is open until late and on Sundays.

Foorum.
Melon, Estonia pst 1.
Järve Keskus, Parnu mnt 238.
Rocca al Mare keskus, Paldiski mnt 102.
Kristiine keskus, Endla 45.
Mustika keskus, A.H.Tammsaare tee 11.
Norde Centrum, Lootsi 7.
SadaMarket, Kai 5.
Sikupilli Keskus, Tartu mnt 87.
Solaris, Estonia pst 9.
Stockmann, Liivalaia 53.
Tallinna Kaubamaja, Gonsiori 2.
Telliskivi poetänav, Telliskivi 60A.
Viru Keskus, Viru Väljak 4.
WW Passaaž, Aia 3/ Vana-Viru 10.
Ülemiste Keskus, Suur-Sõjamäe 4.

Markets:

And:

Duty free shops with the Tax Free Shopping service (look for the corresponding logo).
Fashion brand clothing stores Baltman, Ivo Nikkolo and Bastion.
Müürivahe street , where you can buy knitted items and check out the Estonian artisans' market.
Katarina käik street. Here, in medieval workshops, souvenirs are created right in your presence.
Particularly famous is the glassblower's house (there is also an exhibition of works with the possibility of purchase) and a doll’s house.
Antique shops in the Old Town. It will be of interest to antique lovers and collectors.
FAMu- inexpensive and high-quality clothing.

Sales:

1st: from Christmas until the end of January.
2nd: from mid-June to the end of July.
Many stores offer discounts 4 times a year before the end of the season.
Discounts range from 15 to 75 percent.

Grocery stores (retail chains):

Maxima. Opening hours until 10 pm.
Konsum. Opening hours until 9 pm.
Prisma.
Saastumarket(until 9 pm). The cheapest.

Normal store opening hours - from 10 am to 6 pm. On Sundays, mainly shops for tourists are open. And shopping centers, department stores and supermarkets are open seven days a week - from 9 am to 9-10 pm.

As for private shops , they are usually closed on Sundays, and close very early on Saturdays (on weekdays - from 10-11 am to 6 pm).

12 types of goods most often purchased in Estonia

In the distant Soviet times, all of Estonia was a real shopping center, where people from other republics came to buy various scarce goods.

Today Estonia, unlike many EU countries, offers authentic souvenirs (not imported and not Chinese).

As a rule, people go to Tallinn, the resort town of Pärnu and other Estonian cities for the following purchases:

Juniper products. For example, spatulas and hot mats, made of wood and having a sweetish specific aroma.
Knitten things- like . These include brightly patterned thick socks and mittens, beautiful coats, ponchos and sweaters with deer. And also creative things, like a hat in the shape of a cartoon character or a scarf decorated with soft toys. The price of a cap is from 20 euros, a cardigan is from 50 euros.
Marzipan(from 2 euros per figurine). It is cheaper to take marzipan in briquettes, by weight. The figures will be significantly more expensive.
Chocolate Kalev. The incomparable taste of a delicacy that can be found in all towns of the country (from 1 euro per bar). The company store is located in the Rotermann quarter, at Roseni 7.
Vana Tallinn liqueur . One of the most popular souvenirs. The cost of a bottle is from 9 euros. Sold in any wine store in the country. And Pirita liqueur (from 40 types of herbs).
Amber. Everything is made from this stone here: from simple jewelry in silver to copies of royal regalia and sets. The cost of a modest piece of jewelry is from 30 euros, earrings - from 200 euros. You can buy amber in souvenir shops and special shops. For example, in Toompea and around Town Hall Square, as well as in Amber House.
Knitwear. Exclusive wardrobe items with special patterns.
Dairy products. The most popular cheeses from the island of Saaremaa, milk, kama (creamy dessert).
Textiles from the Krenholm factory. Very cozy and soft towels and terry robes for men/women.
Handmade ceramics. It is made at Atla Manor (50 km from Tallinn). You can buy ceramic souvenirs on the 1st floor of the Garden Market (for example, beer mugs and designer plates, figurines, etc.).
Antiques. Estonia is a paradise for antique lovers. Here you can sometimes find things that you won’t find in other former Soviet republics during the day. For example, artifacts from the Soviet past - from books and military uniforms to crystal and gramophone records.
Piparkooka Pepper Cookies.

Shopping rules in Estonia: how to make purchases and transport them to Russia?

As for prices in Estonia, here they are, of course, lower than in other EU countries, so it is definitely profitable to go here for shopping (as even Finns know).

How to pay? Almost throughout the country, credit/debit cards are in use, which can be used to pay even in the smallest store. It is recommended to take cards from banks that are not subject to sanctions.
Services. In most shopping centers you will be offered free parking and Internet access, currency exchange and ATMs, places for a “snack” and even the services of a teacher (to leave the baby and wander around the shops).
Currency. The euro is valid in Estonia. It is not recommended to bring rubles (the exchange rate is significantly lower than in Russia).

Tax free

Once you see the corresponding logo on the window, you can be sure that you can refund VAT on purchases.

To receive a tax refund on goods that you bought in Estonia, you should ask for the appropriate documents (special checks - Refund Check) from the seller when making the purchase. They will have to be certified (by presenting the UNUSED item itself with tags and Refund Check) when passing the border from a customs officer (you must have a special stamp placed on the check issued by the seller).

Are you traveling by plane? Look for the counter for receiving a refund (on a card or in cash) next to the Tax free counter.
Or are you traveling by train? If you have documents certified by border guards, you can return the money in Russia.

How to return tax?

The already stamped Refund Check should be presented along with your passport and credit card at the nearest Refund Office, and then request an Immediate Refund to your card. Or in cash.

Tax refund points:

Road: in Luhama, Narva and Koidula - in “exchange offices”.
In St. Petersburg: on Chapygina 6 (off. 345) and on Glinka 2 (VTB 24).
In the capital: in VTB 24 on Leninsky Prospekt, Avtozavodskaya St., on Marksistskaya St. and on Pokrovka.

On a note:

VAT in Estonia is 20 percent. That is, the amount of compensation is equal to VAT minus the administrative fee.
Time limit for confirmation of Refund Check by a customs officer — 3 months from the date of purchase. That is, from the moment you bought the item, you have 3 months to get a stamp on the check at customs.
Purchase amount in Tax Free should be above 38.35 euros.

What is prohibited from being exported from Estonia to Russia?

Currency worth over 10,000 euros - only with declaration. You need to study before your trip.
Items that are of cultural, historical or artistic value . Especially those produced before 1945, or those that are more than 100 years old.
Any precious metals and gems/stones.
Animals without vaccination documents and medical certificates , issued 10 days before departure from the country.
Restrictions on the export of alcohol - no more than 2 liters once a month.
Maximum amount for duty-free export of goods - 5000 CZK.
All plants, animals and products of plant/origin must presented to quarantine service workers.

Narva is one of the best cities in Estonia for shopping. Its stores are especially of interest among Russians who live in border areas. Here you have the opportunity to purchase inexpensive branded items of good quality, and get back 20% of their value using a completely legal method.

Why is it so good to shop in Narva that many of its guests go here for shopping, and not to the same neighboring Finland? The main and most pleasant discount for Russians - residents of a state outside the European Union is a VAT refund, which will be 20% of the purchase price minus the administrative fee. To get it, you need:

In the shop. Before paying for purchases totaling at least 38.01 euros from one store or boutique made during one day, ask the seller for a tax free form.

At customs. All purchases must be unused and well packaged. Show the customs officer your passport and purchases with receipts, and ask him to stamp the Refund Check; VAT refund office. Present your passport, credit card and Refund Check to the nearest Refund office and request an immediate VAT refund to the credit card (Immediate Refund). Otherwise, the tax free amount will most likely be returned in cash. But keep in mind that the tax free form must be stamped at customs no later than three months, based on the month of your purchase.

What about sales, the most ambitious sales occur twice a year - (January and July), especially good discounts (up to 80%) occur in January.

First of all, visiting shopaholics buy elite alcohol, local high-quality knitwear, branded clothing and children's clothing, especially winter clothing, in Estonia. Lenne children's clothing stores are highly praised. The leaders in sweet products are marzepan and Kalev candies, meat and sausage products - Rakvere. They also bring equipment from Narva, although it costs the same as in Russia. By the way, a little bargaining is appropriate in Narva markets, but this should not be done in shopping centers - so VAT refunds and discounts are provided.

In Estonia, it is quite profitable to buy high-quality and inexpensive clothes, but one of the peculiarities of shopping should be noted that stores, mostly grocery stores, close very early. Only large shopping centers are open for a long time (until 22:00-23:00). There is a restriction on the sale of alcohol - strict hours - 10:00-21:00.

The largest shopping centers in Narva are Astri and Fama Termpo stores, and they are all conveniently located next to each other on the Tallinn highway.

Now we’ll tell you about the main stores in the city, their locations, and working hours. One of the largest shopping centers in Narva is Fama Keskus Fama Keskus, where about nine thousand people visit each day. The Fama store is conveniently located in the central part of the city. It has everything: not only all kinds of shops and boutiques, but also bank offices, a sports club, a children's room, and parking lots. Those with a sweet tooth should definitely check out Astri Buffet; women should check out the Italian stores of stockings and tights, swimsuits and lingerie “ROSME” and “V.O.V.A.” women's clothing boutique "MIULENA", exclusive boutique outlet "BRAND HOUSE", etc. Everything is located on Tallinn Highway 19.

The Fama Astri shopping center is considered one of the oldest hypermarkets in Narva. It was opened in 1998, and since then it has been reconstructed twice. Now it is the largest shopping and entertainment center in the city with an area of 19,300 sq.m., with 50 stores, a state-of-the-art cinema “Forum Cinemas Astri” with three halls for 409 people, a games room, a beauty salon, bowling alley and parking for 150 cars.

If you get hungry while doing some exciting shopping, you can grab a bite to eat in two bars or a fast food restaurant. The hypermarket is located on Tallinn Highway 41.

The Narva Centrum shopping center is another large shopping center, modern, quite convenient, where all kinds of products, goods and services are presented. It is located close to the entrance to Narva, on Tallinn Highway 47, and it is very convenient. There is a bowling alley and a cinema open every day throughout the second half of the day.

Another popular favorite, which is known even outside Estonia, is the large supermarket “Prisma”. It is one of the few shopping centers in Narva that is open until eleven at night. It has not only a huge number of shops, but also a pharmacy, a photo center, an Internet cafe, etc. The location is Candelaste Avenue, 29.

Another place where you need to go while shopping is the Tempo shopping center on Tallinn Highway 47. It offers a huge range of household goods, shoes, clothing, equipment and children's items.

The Maxima X chain of stores is very popular in Narva.

A variety of vegetables and fruits, and all kinds of fresh seafood can be bought in the spacious Rimi store. It is located on Tallinna mnt 19c.

If you are going to Narva specifically for clothes, then all of the above centers will suit you. Separately, we can highlight an interesting Krenholm textile store located on Tallinn Highway 52, which also occupies part of the Tempo shopping center.

It is also good to buy products for children in the above-mentioned centers. In the same Maxima shopping center there is a Limpopo store. Not far from it is the Sipsik store, which sells products from the Lenne company, which Russian mothers are very fond of. On the second floor of Fame there are also many stores selling children's supplies, clothing, and toys, including Ricco and Chicco. Astri will also be pleased with its Trend and Taco outlets. In addition, Lenne products are available in two more locations. These are the Kauplus Trend store on Pushkina 4 and the Sipsik store on Tallinna mnt 31.

A pleasant addition to Estonian shopping will be the souvenir shops “Estonian Souvenirs”. Particularly in demand are handicrafts, antiques, sweets, dishes, porcelain mugs, local liqueurs, balms, etc. Let's talk about several souvenir shops conveniently located in the central part of the city. Kokos is a huge store that sells Estonian sweets and more. There you will also find chocolate from other Baltic countries. From Petrovskaya Square to the store on Pushkin Street, a 5-minute walk.

“Aleksandr Salon” is not only a souvenir shop, but also an entire antique store. Where you can admire and buy works of art, ancient coins, items made by Estonian craftsmen and many other interesting items. It is located on Pushkin Street, 13.

Unistis is Kalev's signature sweet shop, selling famous Estonian marzipan, as well as spirits and souvenir mugs. It is located not far from the Astri shopping center, on Tallinn Highway 27.

The best household appliance stores in Narva are not located separately, but also in large shopping centers - Fama Astri Tempo Prisma. Although you can’t say that the prices for household appliances and electronics are very different from Russian ones, unless, of course, you find yourself at the January sales.

Here are several addresses of large electronics and household appliances stores: RD Electronic AS - Linda Street, 2, Argo Electronocs AS - Malmi Street, 8 ASC Computer OU - Daumani, 5-63.

There are also many second-hand stores in Narva selling clothes and shoes from the 80s and 90s. The same “Aleksandr” presents clothing and personal items from the era of the USSR and the Second World War.

Now, after reading this information, go shopping in Narva with confidence.