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Hilton Head is a great destination for those who love shopping, starting with the Tanger outlet malls. Although they’re officially in Bluffton, visitors drive by the outlets on U.S. 278 to get to Hilton Head Island. Tanger Outlet I has been completely renovated and reopened with many high-end stores, including Saks OFF 5th, DKNY, Michael Kors, and more.
Located within the Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town is a picture-perfect little area with plenty of shops that appeal to visitors young and old. S. M. Bradford Co., Currents, and Fashion Court specialize in upscale clothing, while Knickers and Harbour Town Surf Shop carry outdoor wear. Kids and families will enjoy the Cinnamon Bear Country Store and Hilton Head Toys.
Charming Old Town Bluffton features local artist galleries, antiques, shops, and restaurants.
You can't leave Hilton Head without a Salty Dog T-shirt, so hit this factory store for the best deals. The trendy T-shirts are hard to resist, and there are lots of options for kids and adults in various colors and styles.
Things are always humming at this shopping center, which is within walking distance of the most popular public beach on Hilton Head. Coligny Plaza has more than 50 shops and restaurants, including unique clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, and a Piggly Wiggly grocery store. Don't miss Skillets for breakfast, Frozen Moo for ice cream, and Frosty Frog for drinks outdoors.
This is the island's leading jewelry store, offering pieces by famous designers.
Located at the top of the iconic red-and-white Harbour Town Lighthouse, this shop sells tasteful South Carolina–themed gifts and nautical souvenirs.
The helpful and friendly staff at Markel's is known for wrapping gifts with giant bows. You'll find unique Lowcountry gifts, including hand-painted wineglasses and beer mugs, lawn ornaments, baby gifts, greeting cards, and more.
This is the go-to local spot for wedding invitations, fine stationery, and gifts since 1983.
This sprawling development is equal parts outdoor shopping village and park. Set up like a “town center,” Towne Centre's stores are anchored by chains like Belk and Talbots and also populated by charming local spots like Spartina 449 and the Palmetto Running Company. There's also a Kroger grocery store, several restaurants and bars, and a barre studio. Shelter Cove Community Park is a spacious outdoor area that offers beautiful marsh views.
Clothing, fine gifts and jewelry, and a selection of local crafts and antiques can be found at this quaint open-air shopping center located in the Sea Pines Resort. Don’t miss By Hand, Ink, a charming independent book store.
Built to resemble a New England fishing village, this quaint area in Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour Town is home to the Salty Dog Cafe (and the cafe's shop that sells the island's signature Salty Dog T-shirts), plus a selection of other souvenirs and logo'ed items. There are several other little shops in South Beach, in addition to an ice cream spot and seafood restaurants.
This charming, whimsical children's bookstore has a darling reading area for little ones as well as educational toys for infants to teens.
There are two separate sections to this popular shopping center: Tanger Outlet I has more than 40 upscale stores, as well as eateries like Olive Garden, Panera Bread, and Longhorn Steakhouse. Tanger Outlet II has Banana Republic, the Gap, and Nike, along with dozens of other stores that offer great discounts for shoppers.
Upscale shops, including Lilly Pulitzer and Le Cookery, as well as several fine-dining restaurants can be found in this established shopping area. There are also some unique gift shops and luxe clothing stores, such as Currents, Evelyn & Arthur, Island Child, and John Bailey Clothier.
