Rome Stationery

For basic stationery needs, visit one of the many cartolerie that you can find on almost any street in the city. In a pinch, you can find pens and pencils at a tabaccheria or standa, but you may be disappointed. The establishments listed below tend to provide greater selection and higher quality at somewhat higher prices.

Campo Marzio Design, V. Campo Marzio 41 (☎06 68 80 78 77; www.campomarziodesign.it). Gorgeous fountain pens and leather goods in addition to brightly colored journals and photo albums. The small address books make great presents, or check out the antique writing kits. Prices won’t break your heart. Open M-Sa 10am-1pm and 2-7pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Vertecchi, V. d. Croce 70 (☎06 67 90 155; www.vertecchi.com). This should be your 1st stop for all stationery needs. A wide supply of paper and pens, plus party supplies, notebooks, candles, paintbrushes, and the kitchen sink. Open M 3:30-7:30pm, Tu-Sa 10am-7:30pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Il Papiro, V. d. Pantheon 50 (☎06 67 95 597; www.ilpapirofirenze.it), near the Pantheon. Also at V. d. Crociferi 17, and Salita de’Crescenzi 28. This stationery store has acquired world fame and countless followers. It features plenty of typical designs, but the customized stationery is the real draw. Open M-Sa 10am-8pm, Su 11am-8pm. AmEx/MC/V.