Gate-side perfume stop in Terminal 1
Prices here run typical EU duty-paid, so expect mid-range tags on big brands rather than deep discounts. Perfume Shop sits in Terminal 1 after security, so you can browse without watching the landside security queue clock. Stock skews toward mainstream designer fragrances; think the usual names you see at department stores, not niche houses.
Most bottles stay in the €50–€120 bracket, with smaller 30 ml formats that slide under the 100 ml liquid rule if you want something for hand luggage. Staff usually speak at least Italian and English, sometimes a third language if you hit a busy bank of Schengen flights. They’re quick with test strips but won’t chase you around the store, which helps if you’re on a 40‑minute turnaround.
Expect standard airport lighting and shelving, with testers lined along one central island so you can cover several brands in five minutes. You’ll find classic EDTs and EDPs plus a few travel sprays near the counter, handy if you just need a small 10–15 ml top‑up before a long‑haul connection out of another city. No big skincare or makeup section here; fragrance carries most of the floor space.
Practical tip: spray on skin, walk to your gate in Terminal 1, and decide before boarding; if you’re unsure, note the exact brand and concentration printed on the tester label and price‑check it online later.