3888 Best Places to Shop in USA

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.

Something Else is the source for sophisticated hippie wear: Flax-brand clothes, flowing skirts, big scarves, and colorful sweaters.

On the ground floor of Sony headquarters, this sprawling space is more a showroom of themed, rotating installations to showcase the latest Sony electronics than it is a store. Take new Playstation games for a spin, experience the latest VR products, preview unreleased products, and even borrow top-of-the-line cameras and lenses to test around the city. The space also hosts events with celebrities and industry experts: check out the online calendar.

This tiny, woman-owned, upscale fashion boutique is just a few steps down into a Newbury brownstone and right into a world of trendy women's clothing, from bandage tops to knits with bell sleeves, party dresses to kimono coats. They also have a second location in Beacon Hill on Charles Street.

In this shop that dates back to 1929, women's fashions from top American and European designers, such as Blumarine and Krizia, are presented in a salon setting with experienced sales staff selecting the latest styles that are totally you.

A specialty Italian grocer for lovers of Slow Food, this shop is owned by Abruzzo-born Lorenzo Scarpone, who founded SF's Slow Food chapter; he also moonlights as a wine importer. Stop by for dried pastas from ancient villages like Gragnano; imported Italian specialty cheeses; aged balsamic vinegar from Modena; holiday cookies and specialties; and canned goods, such as San Marzano tomatoes. Also on offer are Roman roasted coffee and bottles of extra-virgin olive oil from Scarpone's family's production in Abruzzo.

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.

South Moon Under specializes in the latest trends. Whether you're a bohemian free spirit, yoga groupie, or plaid aficionado, this chic boutique will suit your style.

is a new development that maintains the historic character of the South Side. The shopping is upscale and diverse, and includes an REI store for outdoor enthusiasts (complete with rock-climbing wall).

Eclectic furniture and unbeatable closeout deals are the hallmarks of Southeastern Salvage, a large warehouse store for both home renovators and decorators. The ever-rotating stock of home furnishings, housewares, lawn and garden accessories, and more make for a treasure hunt at discount prices.

Shoppers flock to this spendy spot for high-end stores like Tiffany & Co., Tory Burch, Coach, and Neiman Marcus.

From May through October, the excellent SoWa Open Market on Sunday (affectionately known as "SoWa Sundays") is a great excursion packed with artists, food trucks, and a farmers’ market. Held 11 am to 4 pm, it's jam-packed with outdoor tent vendors, along with 100-plus indoor artist studios, galleries, and retail shops; food trucks; and a thriving vintage market that's also held the first Friday of every month 5 to 9 pm.

This spacious warehouse bears the James Coffee logo on the front and the intoxicating scent of its pour-over brews inside, but the building houses more than just the local coffee roaster. Its tenants rotate every so often, but currently include a bookshop, full-service salon, chiropractor office, and other small businesses and pop-ups throughout the year.