72 Best Places to Shop in U.S. Virgin Islands

Come here to take in local art that ranges from oil paintings and water colors to works in wood, ceramic, or metal. A full bar in the back serves espresso, craft cocktails, and St. John's best selection of aged rums—which you can sample in curated tasting flights.

You can get gold chains in several lengths, widths, sizes, and styles, along with jewelry made of diamonds, emeralds, and other precious gems from this small chain's main store. You're guaranteed 40% to 60% savings off U.S. retail prices, or your money will be refunded within 30 days of purchase. There's also a line of classy commemorative Virgin Islands watches made on-site. You'll also find branches at the Cyril E. King Airport; Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas; and Crown Bay Center.

St. Croix native Brian Bishop's trademark piece is the Turk's Head ring (a knot of interwoven gold strands). The family tradition continues with his son, Nathan, and his wife, Therese, creating contemporary sterling and gold pendants, rings, earrings, necklaces, and pendants. Stop by to meet the Bishops, browse the jewelry, and "Feel the Love."

An unexpected oasis of Crucian culture awaits at this locally owned gift shop. Check out their line of local preserves and syrups made using old-time recipes or pick up a book from a local author. They also carry colorful rainforest and recipe T-shirts as well as their famous Jack's Bay Pepper Sauce—your favorite foodie will thank you for this flavorful gift.

In the park Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center, find books, maps, and beachwear—like tees printed with turtle and petroglyph designs—at this store run by the nonprofit group that raises money for the park. It's also a great spot to buy educational materials for kids.

This grocery store is the best place on the island to go for fresh fruits and vegetables. There are many ethnic, vegetarian, and health-food items as well as a fresh meat area, a seafood department, and an extensive salad and hot food bar.

As the name implies, this small store sells hats and more hats, but you will also find swimwear for all shapes and sizes, including hard-to-find separates and cup sizes. Add one of the colorful sarongs or cover-ups to your on-island wardrobe or choose from one of the selection of bags, accessories, dressy clothing, and sandals.

This small shop showcases the handcrafted jewelry of local craftsman and "Island Boy" Whealan Massicott, including his signature, "infinity" style Crucian hook bracelet. Whether in silver or gold, the designs are simply elegant.

This store's worth the trip (call ahead for hours, though) all the way out to the island's eastern end to shop for made-on-the-premises clothing and pillows, in fabrics splashed with tropical colors. The clothes are made from cotton, gauze, and modal, and are supremely comfortable. Sloop also holds painting workshops and makes banners and signs.

This store specializes in fine, made-to-order leather sandals, boots, belts, and shoes. There's also a selection of locally made backpacks, purses, and briefcases in durable, brightly colored canvas.

Climb the steps next to Common Cents Pub on Company Street to discover an eclectic assortment of adornments and attire from around the world. Open seasonally, Asha World Designs carries a signature clothing line that was handmade in India, Thailand, and Bali. Dive through the treasure trove of unique jewelry designs, accessories, gifts, textiles, and homewares to find that perfect item to accompany you back home.

This multicultural boutique carries unusual housewares, rugs, bedspreads, accessories, and men's and women's clothes and shoes that owner Jo Sterling has found on her world travels.

This store makes its beautiful chocolates before your eyes. Specialties include triple-chocolate rum truffles. You can find imported chocolates here as well. Both the homemade and imported delectables come in decorative boxes, so they make great gifts.

For easy and beautiful clothing suitable for the island lifestyle, look no further than Belle Femme Boutique. Elegant evening wear and chic casual attire in a kaleidoscope of colors can be found here. Cool linen sets and comfy sandals are plentiful and the endless assortment of bags, accessories, and jewelry will have you wanting them all. They also carry quality business and casual shirts, shoes, belts, and slacks for men.

Vintage designer handbags, totes, jewelry, imported designer cosmetics and fragrances, and accessories cover the assortment of duty-free finds found at Belle Sorelle Beauty Bar. There are options for both men and women. 

You knew when you arrived that someplace on St. John would cater to the those who hike up and down the island's trails. This store sells colorful and durable cotton clothing and accessories by Billabong, Quicksilver, and Volcom.

This locally owned and operated perfume and skin care boutique carries items by CHANEL, Lalique, Gucci, and many more.

If you're renting a villa on the island's southeast end or headed to Salt Pond or Lameshur Bay for the day, provision at this small supermarket. The selection is quite good, including fresh steaks, seafood, and produce, and villa renters will find enough choices for simple meals and snacking.

Caravan sells affordable jewelry, unique gifts, and artifacts that its owner, Radha Speer, has traveled the world to find. The more you look, the more you see—Caribbean larimar jewelry, unusual sterling pieces, and tribal art cover the walls and tables, making this a great place to browse.

There's something for every beachgoer, surfer, and sunbather at this local, family-owned surf store. Billabong, Oakley, and Reef swimwear, sunglasses, and sandals are available for adults and children, as well as surfboards and surf gear. There is a second location at Havensight Mall.

At St. Croix’s newest art gallery, you'll uncover artworks and products from artist Christa-Ann Davis Molloy that highlights the rich cross-cultural experience of the USVI and beyond. Get lost in the magic of paintings and sketches showcasing Mocko Jumbies, quadrille dancers, carnival masqueraders, steel pan drummers, and historic buildings, which are also captured on a host of houseware items including mugs, coasters, umbrellas, and bags.

This waterside shop, a five-minute walk from the center of Cruz Bay, showcases the work of Elaine Estern. She specializes in undersea scenes.

This is the Caribbean equivalent of Costco and Sam's Club and it sells everything from soup to nuts—in giant sizes and case lots—without a membership fee. The meat-and-seafood department, however, has family-size portions. There's a well-stocked fresh-produce section and a case filled with rotisserie chicken and baked goods.

This retailer specializes in all that glitters, from Swarovski and Waterford crystal to figurines by Hummel, Daum, and Royal Copenhagen, and china by Belleek, Kosta Boda, and several Limoges factories. There's also a large selection of Lladró figurines.

At this large chain with several outlets on St. Thomas, just choose a diamond, emerald, or tanzanite gem and a mounting, and you can have your dream ring set in an hour. Famous for having the island's largest inventory of diamonds, this shop welcomes trade-ins, has a U.S. service center, and includes diamond earrings with every purchase. Other branches are at Crown Bay Center and Havensight Mall.

At this major chain shop with three outlets on St. Thomas, just choose a diamond, emerald, or tanzanite gem and a mounting, and you can have your dream ring set in an hour. Famous for having the largest inventory of diamonds on the island, this shop welcomes trade-ins, has a U.S. service center, and offers free diamond earrings with every purchase.

This small store in Cruz Bay is a good source for fresh produce, deli items, and all the basics. Two smaller branches are in Chocolate Hole, near Great Cruz Bay, and in Coral Bay.

You'll find distinctive clay pieces, unusual handblown glass, wind chimes, kaleidoscopes, fanciful fountains, and pottery bowls here. Your purchases can be shipped worldwide.

Find one-of-a-kind pieces designed to elevate your wardrobe and personal style at this upscale women's boutique, where you will discover chic dresses and tailored separates to statement jewelry and handbags that will have you looking and feeling your best.

Silks and fancy fabrics share space with colorful batiks, African Kente, and Caribbean madras prints, ribbons, and accessories in this small shop off the beaten path.