Though this shop stocks a bit of everything, the emphasis is firmly on opera and classical: you'll find an excellent choice of both here. Closed on Saturday...

This Roman institution in the down-at-heel Esquilino neighbourhood has a mind-boggling (and often strikingly ugly) assortment of clothes, shoes, luggage,...

This three-storey shop (vinyl is on the top level) is a temple for the heavy metal fraternity.

This is the freshest and most original of Rome's alternative and indie music shops. The reggae and punk sections are excellent, as is the choice of...

A Roman institution, this shop has all the basics, plus friendly and knowledgeable staff.

A cool vintage record shop, stocking indie, punk, beat, exotica, lounge, rockabilly and more. It's record collectors' heaven.