The Spikeri quarter with former warehouses renovated and brought back to life by local art and design enthusiasts is the new hangout spot for the hip young crowd. An alternative area with stores, coffee shops, and bars. Spikeri is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

It’s all here, whether you go for the big names or those cute little boutiques you find nowhere else. And whether you prefer an upmarket department store or a covered shopping centre for your whole new wardrobe, or enjoy running from shop to shop in search of that one perfect item. Here in the Maastricht city centre, there’s something for every shopaholic, young or old, boy or girl. Comb the Grote Staat and be dazzled by all the known and lesser-known chains you find here. Take a peek at the shopping centre Entre Deux, worth a visit for its architecture alone, and for the huge shops for famous labels you’ll find here. There are still a few surprises for you in store at the shopping centre Mosae Forum, just next to the Markt. And don’t overlook the basement floor, where you’ll find some hidden gems (of the edible kind!). But it’s not all fashion, beauty, and lifestyle; there’s also a special place for books, in the amazing bookshop in the medieval Dominican church, a highlight of the city centre not to be missed. Need a breather? When you’re ready to take a break from your shopping adventure, you’ll be pleased to find that the amazing array of shops is interspersed with pubs, cafés, and charming restaurants.

Villanova is one of the four ancient districts of the city dating back to the 12th century. It is located at the foot of the hill next to the Castello district. The entire area offers a lovely walk among typical houses, Aragonese churches and ancient workshops, but also a few elegant boutiques nestled in the recently renewed streets of the area.