3870 Best Places to Shop in USA

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We've compiled the best of the best in USA - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

St. Augustine Premium Outlets

Just north of St. Augustine, off I–95, is this collection of designer and brand-name outlets including those for Vans, Under Armour, and Kate Spade. There's also a Nike Factory Store.

St. James Cheese Company

Uptown

Inspired by cheese shops in Europe, the stock here includes massive wheels and wedges of Gruyère, Brie, cheddar, blue, and exotic cheeses from around the globe. Owners Danielle and Richard Sutton pride themselves on the select inventory, which also includes specialty meats and a variety of great foodie gifts such as cutting boards, preserves, pastas, cutlery, crackers, and more. Sandwiches and salads are served daily, making this a popular, and crowded, spot at lunchtime. Weekly nighttime pairing classes are delicious and informative, but they sell out fast so buy your tickets early.

5004 Prytania St., New Orleans, LA, 70115, USA
504-899–4737

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St. Johns Town Center

Southside

With more than 175 dining and retail establishments, this outdoor "lifestyle center" is huge, and some of its shops aren't found anywhere else in northeast Florida. Look for Anthropologie, Apple, LEGO Store, Lululemon, Nordstrom, Peleton, Sephora, and Tesla. Restaurant choices range from fast-food places to sit-down restaurants such as the Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang's China Bistro, The Capital Grille, and Maggiano's Little Italy.

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St. Philip's Plaza

Foothills

More than a dozen chic boutiques and galleries are arranged around Spanish-style outdoor courtyards at St. Philip's Plaza. Union Public House, serving food and drink into the wee hours, and Reforma Cocina y Cantina are located here, as is a farmers' and artisan market on weekend mornings.

STAG Provisions for Men

South Congress District

For guys who like that American-made look, search no further than this upscale boutique that's been named one of the top ten menswear stores in the country. Start with a pair of good-fitting denim—STAG stocks brands like imogene + willie and RRL—then move on to a flannel shirt, which come in endless color combinations here. Finish with a cool pair of Red Wing boots and accessorize from a selection of watches, wallets, and belts galore. Best yet? Once you’re dressed, Home Slice is next door, so you can grab some pizza on your way out.

1423 S. Congress Ave., Austin, TX, 78704, USA
512-373–7824

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Stage Stop Candy

Set inside a cute-as-a-candy-button Victorian house, Stage Stop is a family affair, run by Josh and Mandi Fedele and their kids. While some of their recipes date back to the 1920s, the Fedeles are always up for making something new and fun--say chocolate-covered Devil Dogs or freeze-dried gummy sharks. More than 80 percent of what they sell is made in house.

411 Main St., Dennis Port, MA, 02639, USA
508-394–1791
Shopping Details
Closed Tues. and Wed.

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Star Gallery

Well-known Ketchikan artist Evon Zerbetz opened this lovely Creek Street gallery in 2024 in a former gallery and before that the local dance hall, The Star House. Zerbetz's linocuts and Ray Troll's prints and T-shirts are featured, along with an interesting mix of jewelry, ceramics, prints, and original art from the region and beyond.

Star Provisions

Midtown

Fine cookware, gadgets, and tableware, plus top-of-the-line cheeses, meats, and baked goods are what's on offer at this epicurean destination.

Star Traders

Magic Kingdom

One of the largest shops in the Magic Kingdom, Star Traders trades on the purchase of all things Disney. Toys, pins, T-shirts featuring favorite characters like Mickey, Stitch, and Mike from Monsters, Inc. can be found here, as well as Goofy caps and oversize Mickey gloves. So much to see—so much to buy!

Star Wars Galactic Outpost

Disney Springs

Who knew that the 1977 film that spawned an industry of collectible merchandise would get a significant boost when Disney obtained the franchise in 2012? Since then Disney's creative, marketing, and merchandising genius has been applied to a range of spin-off films, as well as an array of new products, many of which are for sale in this popular West Side shop. While there are hundreds of shirts, hats, masks, toys, plushes, costumes, action figures, art, and mugs—with nearly every item featuring Luke, Leia, Hans, Darth, Chewbacca, Yoda, and company—the most popular display is the rack of (not your average) lightsabers designed for the Star Wars connoisseur, with prices surpassing $250.

Starland Strange and Bazaar

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

Starr Interiors

Plaza and Vicinity

Run by the Starr family, this colorful shop has been around since 1974. Walk in and delight your senses with their gorgeous collection of Zapotec Indian rugs and hangings, brightly painted Oaxacan animals and masks, and other folk art and furnishings.

Stars Antique Mall

Sellwood/Moreland

Portland's largest antiques mall, Stars has two stores across the street from each other in the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood. Since it rents its space to about 200 antiques dealers, you might find anything from low-end 1950s kitsch to high-end treasures.

Station Square

has numerous shops and restaurants.

Carson and Smithfield Sts., Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, USA

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Stella McCartney

Sharp tailoring and feminine lines mark Stella McCartney's clothing. The lifelong vegetarian does not use any leather or fur in her collections for women and children. The centerpiece of this flagship store is a horse sculpture made from 8,000 Swarovski crystals dubbed Lucky Spot. McCartney commissioned the sculpture in 2004 and named it for a horse once owned by her late mother.

Stephen Daiter Gallery

River North

This space showcases stunning 20th-century European and American photography, particularly avant-garde photojournalism.

Sterling Place

Boerum Hill
Painstakingly well stocked, this antiques store and gift shop prides itself on offering one-of-a-kind objects with heirloom potential. Danish-modern furniture is a specialty, but quirky finds such as a pinball-machine coffee table also pop up. Handcrafted inlay jewelry boxes are among the suitcase-friendly items for sale.

Sterling Silvia

French Quarter

Silvia and Juan Asturias operate this business near the French Market, where Silvia's fleur-de-lis and flower-inspired designs share space with other silver jewelry from Chile, Mexico, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, and elsewhere. There are also coral pieces, gift items, ceramic dolls, and more.

Stevenson's Toys and Games

Playing will make your kid smart, and with this in mind, Stevenson's—an old-fashioned toy shop—stocks educational toys designed to inspire the imagination and provide hours of fun. Madame Alexander dolls, Playmobil toys, stuffed animals, art-and-crafts supplies, and puzzles are among the selection of goods for the diminutive set. They have Halloween costumes too.

68 Jobs La., Southampton, NY, 11968, USA
631-283–2111

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Stickball

Old City

This stylish vintage shop is filled with clothing, art, books, home decor, and one-of-a-kind items. Sourced from around the world, there's always something different and interesting. This shop offers creative mending services as well. 

124 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19106, USA
Shopping Details
Closed Mon.--Wed.

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Stidham Saddlery

You come here for the beautifully crafted custom leather goods made by Seth Stidham, from belts to briefcases to saddles (!), and stay to gawk at the workshop and gallery that exhibits the highest level of skill and artistry. Commission a very special handmade belt, pick up a hand-painted Western tie, or find a piece of turquoise jewelry or piece of art to hang on your wall.

Stinky Brooklyn

Carroll Gardens
If the name doesn’t tip you off, Stinky is a mighty fine cheese shop (the case is typically stacked with a couple dozen selections) that also sells sandwiches, coffee, and a selection of charcuterie and specialty fine foods from both far away and around the block. Craft beer is available by the growler, including brews from throughout Kings County. The staff are always willing to give you a taste, sip, or sniff.
215 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY, 11231, USA
718-596--2873

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Stitched

Center Strip

Men who want the best of the latest and greatest fashions will be right at home here. Thom Browne, Eton, and Karl Lagerfeld styles and the Stitched XXXX collection of suits and sports coats are carried here. An on-site tailor can personalize garments. Made-to-measure suits are a specialty, and the store has personal shoppers and a staffed shoeshine station. There's a Stitched pop-up at Tivoli Village in the far-west valley.

3708 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-698–7630

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Stitchin' Post

Owned by a mother-and-daughter team, this famous knitting, sewing, and quilting store opened its doors in 1975. The spacious store not only inspires the senses with colorful fabric, patterns, and yarns, but also conducts classes throughout the year. The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, annually held the second Saturday of July, is the largest in the world and intertwines its origins with the store's early years.

311 W. Cascade St., Sisters, OR, 97759, USA
541-549–6061

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Stock Culinary Goods

Gourmet treats and useful, whimsical, and always well-designed utensils, stemware, dishes, and culinary gifts are the specialty of this foodie paradise with an industrial kitchen vibe.

756 Hope St., Providence, RI, 02906, USA
401-521–0101

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The Stockist

This cosmopolitan fashion boutique carries women's and men's attire and lifestyle products from Aesop, Citizens of Humanity, Filson, Snow Peak, Richer Poorer, and dozens of other brands, both internationally renowned and emerging.

Stonewall Kitchen

You've probably seen Stonewall Kitchen's jars of chutneys, jams, jellies, salsas, and sauces in specialty stores back home. This complex houses the expansive flagship store, which has a viewing area of the bottling process. Sample all the mustards, salsas, and dressings you can stand, or have lunch at the café, then meander through the stunning gardens to the Stonewall Home Company Store, offering candles, hand lotions, and essentials for the garden and home.

Store Ltd.

Roland Park

The Store Ltd. has an eclectic mix of top-quality (and pricey) jewelry, women's sportswear, glassware, and other high-design gifts.

Baltimore, MD, 21209, USA
410-323–2350

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Store of the National Museum of African American History and Culture

The Mall

After traversing the many floors of the museum, shop here for a mug, a T-shirt, or a model of the museum building to commemorate your trip. Some of the merchandise is traditional and/or handmade, including sweetgrass baskets, jewelry, scarves, and even food items. You can also find the award-winning Sweet Home Café Cookbook featuring recipes of the Sweet Home Café at the shop.

1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 20560, USA
844-750–3012

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Stories Books and Café

Echo Park

Stories Books and Café has persevered through all of Echo Park's growing pains, continuing to be the mainstay for local booklovers. The unconventional bookstore features an off-the-beaten-path collection of new and used literature, a café with ample work space, and a back patio that showcases live performances and readings.

1716 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90026, USA
213-413–3733

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