3888 Best Places to Shop in USA

This wonderfully curated emporium sells elegant stationery, wedding invitations, and greeting cards, as well as a quirky and stylish selection of books, toys, home decor, candles, scarves, and travel accessories.

All sorts of paper goods are on offer here, from sassy letterpress cards and stickers to journals and hip art prints. Many of the offerings have a Chicago theme, making this a good spot to pick up souvenirs of the Windy City.

Carrying contemporary silk and rayon clothing for women, and aloha shirts for men, this venerable shop is in Kainaliu, near the Aloha Theatre, but there's also a branch at Keauhou Shopping Center. You can even buy 100% Kona coffee at the stores, which is grown on their family farm.

So you had fun in Vegas but just can't leave town without that Wheaties box that had Brandi Chastain on the front? Or a statue of Pennywise from It? This sprawling consignment mall in the Southeast area where Las Vegas blends into Henderson has you covered. Five deep aisles with nearly 100 numbered booths keep you on the hunt for everything from Hummel figurines to collectible toys, vinyl albums, and casino memorabilia. Those who dig this kind of treasure hunting can also find it on the West side at the similar, but separately owned, Charleston Antiques Mall ( 560 S. Decatur Bvd.).

Main Street is packed with great art galleries, and the best way to see them all is the Park City Gallery Stroll, a free event hosted by the Park City Gallery Association on the last Friday of the month 6–9 pm, sun or snow.

An eclectic assortment of souvenirs, art, books, apparel, stationery, and prints tempts browsers at this design-centric outpost. With a well-curated collection of School of Life philosophy books and nontouristy T-shirts to take back home, it's the perfect place to browse for a half hour while waiting for your table at Burma Superstar across the street.

The upscale Park Meadows is a mall designed to resemble a ski resort, with a 120-foot-high log-beam ceiling anchored by two massive stone fireplaces. The center includes nearly 100 specialty shops. On snowy days, "ambassadors" scrape your windshield while free hot chocolate is served inside.

This busy enclosed mall has an extensive food court, a 20-screen cineplex, and more than 120 stores, including Dillard's department store. Round 1 Bowling & Amusement, offering bowling, billiards, karaoke, and arcade games, is also here.

A few blocks away, are a collection of downtown stores; many are junky, but there are a few good ones—plus a completely re-done food court.

Located in Crystal Cove's Historic District, The Park Store carries fine art works by local plein air artists, as well as sea glass and ocean-themed jewelry, children's toys, snacks, and beach toys and apparel.

Built in 1820 by Colonel Robert Parker, Parker House now serves as an upscale gift emporium. The mix includes Wedgwood pieces, handwoven scarves, Vera Bradley handbags, and children's items.

With a welcoming, ranch-style motif, this shopping hub includes a large supermarket, some fun food court eateries, gift shops, and clothing boutiques. During the holidays, they install a very large Christmas tree and garlands by their classic stone fireplace, great for photos.

Although the Gallery of Great Things, known for art and collectibles, is this shopping center's star attraction, it's also worth looking into the Waimea General Store; Sweet Wind, for books, chimes, and beads; Bentley's, which sells locally crafted and imported home decor and gifts; and Hula Moon, for upscale women's fashions. Waimea Coffee Company satisfies with salads, sandwiches, and Kona coffee.

The upscale eclectic mix at Parkleigh includes everything from greeting cards and soaps to freshly ground coffee and Clarks shoes.

A booklover's bookstore with creaky floors and cozy quarters, Parnassus stocks many Alaskan titles.

Parnassus Books is best-selling author Ann Patchett’s independent bookstore and one of Nashville's greatest literary destinations. Come for the shop's well-stocked curated selection of fiction, nonfiction, and more, and check the online schedule for special events like author signings and family story times.

For an old-fashioned sweet treat, pull up a stool at the Parrot Confectionery, a soda fountain and candy store built in the 1920s that sells everything from chocolate malts with homemade ice cream to hand-dipped chocolates and a regional favorite, cherry phosphates.

On South Congress Avenue, in the epicenter of Austin’s weird culture, this nondiscreet store offers tokens of the city from local designers. Yes, you'll find typical souvenirs like Texas-branded tees and tote bags, but then you’ll discover the rest of the store. Local artists design everything from the huge collection of screen-printed gig posters to the fabulous leather goods; the variety is incredible. Whatever the type of souvenir or handcrafted artisan creation you're looking to take from the capital city, this is the place to get it.

Just like its Austin flagship, the Fredericksburg location of this shop showcases hip men's and women's clothing, shoes, and accessories.

For bargain hunting, or if you can't make it to the Rose Bowl's market, head to the Pasadena City College Flea Market on the first Sunday of each month (except January) starting at 8 am. With 400+ vendors, this is a great source for antiques, collectibles, furniture, and clothing at prices that won't break the bank. It's also one of the best places to find rare and collectible records in Southern California. Admission is free and parking is $2 at the adjacent structure.

Taste wine and craft beer, feast on ramen bowls, burgers, and sweet treats, and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts in this upscale public market in a residential area six blocks north of City Park. The eclectic collection of purveyors showcases the products of local chefs, vintners, and makers—all committed to sustainable business practices.  Book a room in one of the six luxury lofts on the market's second floor for convenient dining and shopping before or after wine touring.

Laid-back Pass-a-Grille is well known for its serene beaches, historic buildings, and small-town vibe. What many visitors—and locals—don't know is that eight blocks north of the island's southern tip lies a strip of upscale local shops and art galleries. Favorites include Paradiso (resort wear, etc.), Galene's Paradise (an eclectic shop of treasures, and A Little Room for Art (an artists' cooperative). An interesting variety of restaurants and bars, including a sweets shop, an Italian restaurant, and Shadrack's, a quintessential beach dive, also line the street.

Roberto Pantaleo, better known as "Pasta," is one of the Keys' best-known (and widely collected) artists. His subjects range from vibrant turtles to subtle seas and mangroves. His work can also be seen in the local Roberto • Russell Galleries.

Fine charcuterie and cheeses, organic produce, and an exceptional selection of Italian wines, cookware, and fresh-made pastas and sauces are all sold at this spacious market in Hawthorne, adjoining Powell's Books for Home and Garden. There's a second location in Nob Hill.

If the person next to you on the bus isn't wearing North Face, they're probably clad in Patagonia. This popular and durable brand excels at functional outdoor wear—made with earth-friendly materials such as hemp and organic cotton—as well as technical clothing hip enough for mountaineers or urban hikers. The line of whimsically patterned fleece wear for children is particularly cute.

This gallery features a thoughtful selection of jewelry, paintings, photography, quilts, and pottery by more than 60 local artists, as well as books by local authors on hiking and birding in the region.

This plaza has Lenox, Villeroy & Boch, Orvis and other factory outlets.

This is the place to stop for libations while checking out nearby boutiques. The thoughtful shop specializes in wines from independent and minimal-intervention growers, and carries tinned fish and other imported snacks and candies. There is plenty of room in the stylish pink bar to hang out and enjoy a glass or two of whatever the bartender is pouring. The same small local team operates a pizza parlor and tavern next door.

Watch glassblowing in action and browse a wide variety of glass creations.

At 9,000 square feet, this is one of California’s largest art galleries, showing contemporary paintings, sculptures, and photographs. It also serves as GrapeSeed Wines tasting room (wines by Matt Smith from Italian grapes are a highlight). The gallery claims its moss wall art in the back is North America’s largest.