3870 Best Places to Shop in USA

In an 1895 Victorian next to the Bishop's House, the gallery, Sitka's most charming shop, sells Alaskan paintings, sculptures, Native art, and jewelry.

This small but quaint bookstore carries Alaska titles, children's books, magazines, maps, and gifts. Its moniker is a throwback to the town name's former spelling. The owner, Jeff Brady, ran the local newspaper, the Skagway News, for more than 30 years.

If you need to be outfitted for the slopes, look no further than Ski Haus, which has a full line of winter gear and also offers rentals. The Ski Haus Bike Shop rents bikes directly across the street.

Multiple dealers of delightful antiques and other old stuff, much of it reflecting the neighborhood's nautical past, occupy Skillypot Antiques.

Skinny Skis offers everything a cross-country skier or runner might need, plus a nice selection of mountain-town clothing.

Whether you’re looking to use it yourself or give it as a gift to your favorite home cook, the kitchen goods from this family-owned, Maine-based company are unusually delicious and useful. Spices are the focal point, and they’re inspired by far-flung destinations but made in nearby Brunswick. But the growing cookbook selection is commendable, too; it spotlights Maine authors and ingredients. And then there’s the nifty hodgepodge of kitchen wares—handmade ceramic oyster platters from local artisans, sleekly designed pepper mills, and spoon rests made of black marble and acacia wood.

The quirky name here references a local plant that emerges early each year, melting the snow around it and helping ready the ground for spring. It's a metaphor for the shop's project of creating a community ecosystem by hosting events like poetry and gardening workshops, and stocking ceramics and candles from local makers. Oh yeah, there are books too; the indie fiction offerings shine, and the nonfiction section's ready to sate curiosity on subjects from climate change to cooking. 

A neighborhood bookstore through and through, Skylight has excellent sections devoted to kids, fiction, travel, and food. The space also hosts book discussion groups, panels, and author readings with hip literati. Art lovers can peruse texts on design and photography, graphic novels, and indie magazines at Skylight's annex a few doors down.

Custom creations are the specialty of this independently owned jewelry store, from gorgeous engagement rings to owner Edward Spencer's signature carved moonstone jewelry. The Downtown Crossing boutique is also part art gallery, showing off handmade creations by regional artists.

In a tiny red building with a welcoming porch across from Thurston's Lobster Pound, its sister business, this charmer of a shop features tasteful goods made in Maine and New England. You'll find home decor, art, body and bath products, jewelry, and summer clothing. Many items have sea or nautical themes. 

This corner shop is the sister store to Martha's Vineyard's longtime fashion and lifestyle staple. The inventory supports local artisans, emerging designers, and ethical brands for clothing, jewelry, and home accessories, along with books, cheeky note cards, and clean beauty products.

You may get lost among the rows at this antiques mall just outside Uptown. Vendors display their wide array of wares, ranging from books to furniture.

Just a block off Centre Street, this store sells artistic ceramics as well as vivid photographs, paintings, pottery, and metalwork.

Upscale boutiques, especially in tony neighborhoods like Alamo Heights, can be intimidating, but there's no such vibe in this jewel of a find in the Uptown Alamo Heights Center. It's a cozy space, but the multi-category store is comfortably filled with a wide variety of designer offerings in women's high-end fashion, perfumes, greeting cards, home accessories, gifts, and antiques. The fine artisan jewelry is irresistible—whatever you choose for that perfect gift, you will absolutely want one for yourself. Everything is beautifully displayed, and customer service is attentive and helpful.

The colorful cottons carried here are mainly for infants, with some articles for older children. Brands include many Californian and European labels, including Petite Lem, Kanz, and 3 Pommes. There's a sizable section of San Francisco–theme gear and books, and a few shelves of organic and eco-friendly toys as well as whimsical finger puppets round out the selection.

From Victorian-era tourmaline cocktail rings to mint-condition pocket watches, vintage lovers should not miss the antique and estate jewelry that fills these cases. The staff is notably helpful and informed. The shop also offers jewelry and watch repair, restringing, and custom jewelry design.

If you're captivated by the beauty of the Maine Coast, come here to make a little of the scenery your own, in the form of a painting or other work of art created by excellent local artists. Rendered in a variety of media, there are landscapes, seascapes, and other compelling images that exude the mystique of Maine.

Jam-packed with gifts, souvenirs, fudge, books, cards, tote bags, home-decor items, jewelry, clothing, and so much more, this inviting, old-fashioned store has been a fixture on Main Street since 1940. Dogs are always welcome, and always get a biscuit. Don't miss the little back porch overlooking the harbor. Locals look forward to the annual half-price sale before the store closes in late October.

At this expansive, fine art gallery on the Pearl Street Mall, you can browse an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional art, including glass, bronze sculpture, jewelry, and paintings from some of the most distinguished artists in the nation.

Sandals and colorful printed dresses mingle with other preppy resort fashions and beachy gifts for the home and family at this family-run store.

The chain, popular throughout the Islands, sells and rents gear—including fins, snorkels, wet suits, and beach chairs—and schedules ocean activities with other suppliers. It's also a good place to seek advice about the best snorkeling beaches and conditions, which vary considerably with the seasons.

This pop-culture supermarket offers a wide range of items, including rows of books on art and design. But it's the novelty stock that makes the biggest impression, with ant farms, X-ray specs, and anime figurines for sale. An adjacent gallery space, La Luz de Jesus, focuses on underground art.

Although Soave Faire specializes in framing and art and office supplies, it's also the place to buy any type of hat you might want to wear to the track or a picnic on the polo grounds.

Who knew Scandinavians were obsessed with candy? And there's much more than Swedish fish at this gleaming white emporium: look for hard candies, gummies, licorice, and chocolate, too. Have fun pronouncing the names of treats like Bumlingar Jordgubb and Zoo Klubba.

Main Street is chock-a-block with gift shops and T-shirt stores, but if you're looking for a special memento of your time on the Cape, head to this little shop. Shelves and display cases overflow with a well-curated selection of jewelry, home goods, gifts, art (including cool pieces made from beach rocks), and more; many pieces are made regionally or locally.

Design, art, clothing, and collectibles can all be found at stylish Soho Coho. Also here are T-shirts featuring the work of owner Ray Troll—best known for his wacky fish art—and works by other Southeast artists.

This shop specializes in beautifully crafted Japanese tools for gardening and woodworking. In addition to the usual hardware-store items, you can find seeds for Japanese plants and books about topics such as making shoji (paper screens). There are also lots of Japanese teapots and cookware vessels to browse. It's a great destination for a unique souvenir and a fun experience to see a truly historic San Francisco business.

The Somerset Collection is considered one of the top shopping malls in the country. The more than 180 stores here include boutiques and upscale chains such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom. You'll also find Tiffany & Co., Crate & Barrel, Anthropologie, Betsey Johnson, Burberry, Kenneth Cole, Lilly Pulitzer, Aveda, and much more. The mall is 2 mi west of I–75 Exit 69.