9 Best Places to Shop in Midtown, Savannah

This longtime anchor of Starland is a huge part of the area's reputation for finding the enticingly bizarre. Vinyl heads will love digging through the bins of old and new records, some freshly pressed by the Graveface label. There's also the wicked apparel and delighfully creepy taxidermy exhibits—yes, stuffed animals, and not the cuddly kind—that make this a must for any visit to the neighborhood.

A haven for lovers of architectural salvage, vintage treasures, mid-century furniture, and antique decor, Picker Joe's offers 10,000 square feet of discovery. A consistent receiver of local awards, the shop's many booths are carefully tended and offer a true variety of quality finds for pickers of all walks of life.

The electric purple facade on the corner greets visitors as they enter on Bull Street from Victory Drive, signifying you've found the funkiest, artsiest neighborhood in Savannah. Inside, you'll find all manner of craft supplies, paints, canvases, markers, fabric swatches, tools, books, local art for sale, and fabulous treasures you never knew you needed. Proprietor Clinton Edminster, the unofficial mayor of Starland, doles out stories and advice at the register when he's not out organizing another public art project like the colorful murals across the street.

Stock up on crystals, runes, candles, incense, and other magical supplies for your sacred space at this celestial haven tucked away near the railroad tracks. Schedule astrological and tarot readings, chakra cleansings, and Reiki sessions with gifted professionals, or just gab with like-minded souls as you fill your basket.

Imagine wandering around your cool aunt's enormous closet and being allowed to try on anything you like—that's how much fun a shopping trip to Gypsy World is. There are treasures for all genders in this wonderland of vintage zoot suits, fur stoles, rhinestone accessories, pillbox hats, and frocks in every color of the rainbow, and for reasonable prices.

Hip, radical, weird, adorable—if there were an easy way to classify this store's style, it wouldn't be called strange. Follow artist Juliana Lupacchino's wildly painted stairs to find Starland-specific merch and hilariously irreverent stickers like Elvis Jesus, plus a menu of ice cream cones and sno-cones so you can snack while you shop.

Part gift shop, part café, Superbloom is a cheerfully eclectic space serving up marvelous, nutritious drinks along with locally made crafts. Browse screen-printed tea towels, ultra-modern affordable jewelry, hand-crafted beauty products, and more. This is the place to support local artists and artisans!

In the heart of the Starland District, The Rat on Bull offers apparel, accessories, and apothecary items for men and women. Located inside a former barbershop, there's a thoughtfully curated selection of hip, ethical brands like Res Ispa, a shoe company known for upcycling kilim rugs into elegant loafers. The shop also spotlights local designers and their unique creations, from fine leather backpacks to 3D-printed jewelry.

If you've got a furry friend in tow, be sure to stop into this canine paradise where dogs are the most revered creatures on earth. Fresh-baked treats, fetching toys, sturdy leashes, and adorable accessories are on the shelves; there are grooming services in back to keep your precious pet looking (and smelling!) their best.