3843 Best Places to Shop in USA

Ocracoke's per capita population of artists far exceeds most towns, and the work of the island's best jewelers, wood carvers, painters, and metalsmiths is on display—and for sale—at this charming out-of-the-way gallery, open since 1970.

Raleigh's first shopping center continues to reinvent itself with new upscale boutiques and restaurants. Expect everything from home decor to yoga studios to locally roasted coffee.

Village of Cross Keys, about 6 mi north of downtown, is an eclectic collection of 30 stores, including Talbot's, Chico's, Williams-Sonoma, J. Jill, and some small, high-end boutiques for women's clothing and gifts.

This shop has a "chocolatorium," where you can learn all about cocoa. It sells fudge and other candies and stocks a large collection of teddy bears, one of whom is giant and made of chocolate.

Stroll along the classy boutiques that line the water's edge, and grab a bite at one of the excellent restaurants, all with fantastic views.

This shopping village has garden alcoves, picnic tables, and shops with everything from trendy clothing and artwork to home decor. The Bohemian Arts Club hosts classes and other events here. Grab a bite at Bad Boy Burrito, where the fish tacos are almost legendary.

The Yosemite Valley's largest store has an extensive selection of groceries (including many organic items), household products, and personal-care items. It also has an extensive gift and souvenir shop.

Vinewood Acres Sugar Shack sells 29 fruit syrups, from maple to quince, and 15 fruit butters, all homemade from the farm's own produce. Customers are offered tastings of the syrups, poured over ice cream. The Sunday pancake breakfast (March–December) is popular.

Named after the owner’s grandmother, this boutique stocks casual trendy women’s clothing at accessible prices along with a small selection of footwear and jewelry. Greeting cards, candles, and a few other gift items are available. The store's earthy vibe is enhanced by its worn brick floor. This is one of four locations in Nashville, with an additional one in Franklin.

This cozy shop is filled with a well-curated selection of wines by small producers from around the world, with lots of organic, minimal intervention, and natural wines to choose from, as well as some hard-to-find bottles. The staff is knowledgable and friendly, always ready to make recommendations or pour a glass. Check their schedule for pop-ups, live music, and other events that take place inside or on their comfortable outdoor patio space.

An essential stop for memorabilia collectors, Vintage 329 carries items autographed by celebrities, such as a framed photo signed by Gene Autry, a music sheet autographed by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, and a guitar signed by the Allman Brothers. There are also concert posters, costume jewelry, and signed first edition books. New items arrive every week.

Get into the spirit of the Old West by shopping for 1880s-style clothing and accessories at this shop in the center of town. Women's contemporary western wear is also sold here.

This place is packed with ... you guessed it, vintage kitchen- and tableware. Pyrex is here in abundance, as is Depression glass and china. There's plenty of miscellany to keep non-foodies interested, too.

A straight-up cowgirl vibe permeates this well-curated shop filled with blingy jewelry, woven purses, cheeky Texas-themed T-shirts, and truly unique clothing with some vintage mixed through, in a Stevie Nicks mode. In fact, a huge picture of Nicks looms large on the wall, sporting her famous quote: “Don’t be a lady, be a legend.” That just about sums up the Vintage Soul style.

Imagine wandering around your cool aunt's enormous closet and being allowed to try on anything you like—that's how much fun a shopping trip to The Vintage Vortex is. Formerly known as Gypsy World, the spacious storefront brims with treasures for all genders, like vintage zoot suits, fur stoles, rhinestone accessories, pillbox hats, and frocks in every color of the rainbow.

A converted Craftsman house in a mixed residential and business area of South Park, Vinyl Junkies Record Shack is easy to spot, due to its bright orange walls inside and colorful murals outside. Spun off of a seasonal pop-up record swap event, Vinyl Junkies' brick-and-mortar shop is an appealing visit for both diehard record collectors and casual browsers alike. Its selection is well curated, and its walls are lined with an impressive array of eye candy, from classic show posters to vintage record players. DJs regularly spin during shopping hours, and on weekends the store hosts live performances outside.

Spend a little time in the adjacent Digger's Den, where every record is priced $5 or under.

The perfect place to find a gift for the person that has everything, Virtu's focus is fine jewelry but the stationery and kitchenware selection is also on point. There's usually a mix of cute Chicago-centric items like totes and mugs in store, too.

This is the place to look for contemporary Western and wildlife art, including numerous works on the fly-fishing theme, from paintings and bronzes to hand-carved flies.

The Bryce Canyon Natural History Association runs a bookstore inside the park visitor center where you can find maps, books, videos, stuffed animals, clothing, and postcards.

The Japanese artist Takao owns this gallery-like shop that sells beautifully handcrafted home-decor items—tableware, glass vases, tea sets, and decorative gifts.

This boutique stocks an array of well-selected one-of-a-kind items, many of them crafted by Philadelphia artists. At VIX (Roman numerals for the “5009” address), you’ll also find locally made soaps, prints, greeting cards, candles, shirts, home wares, and more. The quaint shop still features the original cabinetry and beveled-glass windowpanes from its former life as a millinery, nearly a century ago.

This family orchard, established in 1953 by George and Nelda Vogel, offers a variety of homemade products, including delicious peach butters, peach preserves, and other fruit jellies. Try a scoop of homemade blackberry or peach butter ice cream before hitting the road with a box or two of Vogel peaches in tow. Or, if you prefer, have them shipped.

Established in 1841, Vose specializes in 19th- and 20th-century American art, including the Hudson River School, Boston School, and American impressionists. Over the five floors of galleries, visitors will find New England's largest inventory of American realist paintings, all displayed in living- and dining-room settings furnished with antiques for a homelike scene for viewing.

Local chocolatier Katrina Markoff's exotic truffles, flavored with spices like curry and ancho chili, have fans across the globe. Her ever-expanding line of indulgences now includes caramels, ice cream, and chocolate tortilla chips, with new collections arriving seasonally. You can also satisfy your sweet tooth at Vosges Haut-Chocolat in the Shops at North Bridge (520 N. Michigan Avenue) or make a quick airport pit stop at one of the outposts in O'Hare.

Southern California's oldest and largest independent bookseller is justly famous for its great service. A newsstand, café, literary-themed wine bar, and stationery store add to the appeal, and it's a favorite with locals for its on-trend, eclectic gift selection. A regular rotation of events including trivia night, kids' story time, and author meet and greets gets the community involved.

Plants, ceramics, citrus-shaped hair clips, vintage housewares, and natural wine fill the shelves at this quirky collective. It's also a café, so grab a coffee and a house-made Pop-Tart while you browse.

Armani Exchange, Calvin Klein, Coach, and Saks Fifth Avenue outlets anchor this discount destination of around 50 stores.

This open-air mall at the west end of Kalakaua Avenue and next to the Royal Hawaiian Center contains 70 locally owned stores and restaurants. Get reasonably priced, fashionable resort wear at Mahina or buy local delicacies from the Poke Bar. Of course, you can pick up T-shirts, bathing suits, and casual beach attire here, too. The mall also features free local entertainment on its outdoor fountain stage at least once a week.

Tucked away in the Royal Hawaiian’s lobby, this tiny shop is a great place to pick up a memento of your surf lesson. It's filled with a variety of high-quality Waikiki Beach Services gear, including the best-selling logo rash guards and T-shirts of the type worn by their beachboys and surf instructors. There's also a selection of locally designed bathing suits from Pualani Hawaii, swimwear from the Colombian brand Maaji, accessories, sunscreen, and original artwork.

Located at the top of Wailea, this center is comprised of commercial offices and a handful of fantastic dining options. Although lunch at chef Peter Merriman's Monkeypod is reason enough to venture here, you might also be enticed by eateries including Pita Paradise, Oao Sushi Bar, and the Market Maui.