3843 Best Places to Shop in USA

This bastion of conservative ready-to-wear fashion still sells boatloads of their classic 1837 navy blazer. But this one-stop shop for Oxfords and khakis also sneaks in bold colors.

Founded in 1818, Brooks still carries in its nationwide shops the classically modern styles that made it famous—old faithfuls for men such as navy blazers, summertime seersucker, and crisp oxford shirts and similar styles for women and kids (4–16 years). Its Newbury Street store offers the hipper Fleece collection with both a bright affordable line and a high-end designer line aimed to appeal to less conservative shoppers. There's another location at 75 State Street.

This luxe jewelry store's shimmering exterior is just a hint of the bold, contemporary Italian jewelry, watches, and other luxurious necessities that are the order of the day at Bulgari.

The label once favored by the conservatively well dressed is now hot with lots of other people who can't get enough of its signature plaid on everything from bikinis to baby gear. Even the exterior of this stunning Mag Mile flagship features that tan-and-black plaid.

This shop in West Sedona is good for gearing up with maps, clothing, and camping equipment before your outdoor adventures.

A 40-minute drive north of Downtown San Diego, this outdoor shopping center contains more than 90 outlet stores, including designer brands like Coach, Cole Haan, Kate Spade New York, and Michael Kors.

This shop at the Cedar Pass Lodge carries a small selection of handmade gifts and American Indian crafts.

The selection of antiques here is huge.

Ensconced in the Drake Hotel, this shop carries the complete line of Chanel products, including ready-to-wear, fragrances, and cosmetics.

This colorful, cluttered souvenir shop (think: roadside America circa 1948) lures dinophiles with big displays of quite large and scary-looking, yet soft and huggable, T-rex, velociraptor, and other dinosaur figures (some you'll recognize from Toy Story). Beyond the prehistoric, the shop has retro candies, toys, and an attractive bin of rocks for collectors.

One of the city's largest bookstores is as loved by parents as it is by kids. The Saturday morning storytelling series is a huge hit, and the knowledgeable staffers have an insatiable love for children's literature. Authors, including several celebrities, regularly stop by for meet-and-greets.

Well-designed leather goods, in the form of purses, briefcases, and cell phone holders, are Coach's specialty. Smart shoes and other accessories have joined the inventory as well. Embossing is available on-site at this impressive location. There’s a Water Tower Place shop (835 N. Michigan Avenue), too.

Sneaker collectors love having what other people can't find and this store features exclusives by Nike, New Balance, Vans, Adidas, and others. Fanatics line up around the block when a limited-edition shoe debuts.

This shop sells its own pottery, stocking everything from dinnerware to garden pots.

This shop dabbles in the metaphysical, with crystals, jewelry, aromatherapy items, and books for the New Age.

Try the cupcake of the month or flavors like the peppermint patty and the tiramisu, made with Stumptown coffee.

To break free from the chains, step out to Dad's Diner; it's fun, open on Sunday—not much else is in town—and a certain cut above mall food.

Before you buy a teenage relative—or anyone else for that matter—an oversize T-shirt that says "Seattle!" head up to Fremont's Destee-Nation for one that's a lot more distinctive.

The shop was founded in 1909 and has been owned by the Dewar family ever since. The hand-dipped chocolate cherries are delicious; so are the Dewar's Chews, a mouthwatering taffy concoction available in peanut butter, peppermint, caramel, and almond flavors. Dewar's has satellite stores at 2700 Calloway Drive and 11320 Ming Avenue.

There are three locations to tempt the palate—the original one in the Italian Market and the hipper ones in Rittenhouse Square and Washington West. Di Bruno's is a mecca for cheese lovers—the store carries more than 300 different varieties from around the world, as well as some house-made kinds. You can also find barrels of olives, imported olive oils, Abbruzze sausage, and balsamic vinegar that's been aged for 75 years. The staff is very knowledgeable and will provide friendly advice on storage, preparation, and serving ideas. Ask for recipes and samples.

Wandering bibliophiles collect armfuls of the latest fiction and nonfiction at this revered shop. The loftlike space, with its high ceilings and spare design, encourages contemplation, and on chilly days a fire burns in the hearth. Past participants in the excellent authors' events have included Ian Rankin, Annie Leibovitz, and Michael Moore.

This popular shop sells apparel and accessories, including Mickey ears with leopard spots and jewelry and pottery handcrafted by African artisans. There are also Disney-themed games such as dominos and Monopoly, plush dolls, mugs, and upscale clothing selections for men and women.

At this Mouse emporium, there's everything little Disney disciples need for a fix: a plethora of plush toys, DVDs, games, and other goodies. You'll find a second store in Block 37 (108 N. State Street).

Catering to pampered pooches and their devoted owners, Dog-a-Holics sells treats, bedding, collars, carriers, and clothes. There's even a selection of birthday items for Fido, such as party hats, pup-themed balloons, and canine cakes.

Thanks to insightful city planners, Great Falls is blessed with a beautiful and extensive downtown shopping district full of the kind of old-fashioned stores—including galleries, toy stores, and clothiers—that in other parts of the country are rapidly giving way to chain stores and shopping malls. During the summer the downtown area comes alive with events such as the Great Falls Farmer's Market, held outside the Civic Center from June through September, and Alive at Five, which brings live music downtown one evening a week. Most of these businesses are in an area bounded by the Missouri River, 8th Street, 4th Avenue North, and 4th Avenue South.

This quaint boutique offers up fashions by dozens of brands, among them Kathy Kamei and Ulla Johnson. The clothes have been thoughtfully selected with entire wardrobes in mind. Items don't crowd the racks, and the service is friendly without being overwhelming. You can sometimes find good bargains here.

Major discounts on high-quality (and big-name) shoes for men and women draw savvy Boston shoppers to this branch of the chain DSW, also known as Designer Shoe Warehouse. Everything from Nike to Prada can be found at varying discounts—sometimes up to 90% off.

A destination for organic products, cleansing, and relaxation—not to mention massage treatments to melt for—this eco-spa offers transformative workshops and rituals that help you heal from within. The Goddess Treatment, a client favorite, includes body exfoliation, a hot-oil scalp treatment, and massage using products infused with wildflower blossoms.

The sportswear, softly tailored business attire, and dress clothes of this Italian great are gathered all under one roof.

At one of the city's original kings of coffee, the espresso is as pretty as it is divine.