Must-see shopping in The USA

  • City Creek Center

    Salt Lake City

    Inaugurated in 2012, this LDS-funded, 20-acre shopping center has fountains, restaurants, a creek stocked with trout and retail area with a retractable…

  • Gypsy Wagon

    Dallas

    High end boutique in Knox-Henderson selling handmade woman's clothing, accessories and boots with a southwest flavor. Many are self-consciously eco…

  • Rocket Fizz

    Dallas

    In Deep Ellum, a kaleidoscopic and encyclopedic selection of vintage and contemporary candies and sodas, perfect for kids or ironically disposed…

  • Diaspora Boutique

    New Orleans

    Sells clothing, jewelry and crafts from across the African diaspora. Some of the prints are stunning, and the shop also has books by small print…

  • Albums on the Hill

    Boulder

    For the best vinyl in town, cool posters and info on the best local acts, take a stop at this iconic record store that's been around for over three…

  • Lucy's League

    Boston

    At Lucy's League, sports fans will find supercute styles, flattering shirts, jackets and other gear designed for women, all sporting the local team's…

  • Garcia Street Books

    Santa Fe

    Scavengers are rewarded with excellent bargains as well as the town's best selection of art books, and rarities like the woodblock prints of Willard Clark.

  • Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery

    Wisconsin

    This creamery is the cheese-curd maker for A&W and Dairy Queen, and a prime place to savor the squeaky goodness hot off the press (11am is prime time).

  • Lamp Shop

    Burlington

    In the heart of Burlington's artsy South End, the Lamp Shop sells an inspirational array of lamps and light fixtures, from the vintage to the cutting-edge.

  • Buffalo Exchange

    Houston

    Houston's outlet of the nationwide chain of selective buy-sell-trade clothing stores is in chic Montrose digs. Yes, they're picky, and that's a good thing.

  • Sunti World Art Gallery

    Montana

    Considering its location in a former Methodist Church, this is an especially surprising eclectic and international collection of paintings and sculptures.

  • Fremont Sunday Market

    Seattle

    People come from all over town for this huge market. It features fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and all kinds of people getting rid of junk.

  • Gallup Flea Market

    New Mexico

    Stop by every Saturday for Native American arts and crafts and plenty of snacks. Plus cell phone covers! Follow 9th St north, from the other side of I-40.

  • Marc Navarro Gallery

    Santa Fe

    Collectors come here to find antique Spanish and Mexican silver jewelry, including pieces studded with onyx and amethysts, as well as contemporary pieces.

  • Trolley Square

    Salt Lake City

    With an artful brick facade, this upscale shopping center is home to clothing and fitness boutiques, an enormous book store and a Whole Foods supermarket.

  • Betty’s Girl

    Napa

    Expert couturier Kim Northrup fits women with fabulous vintage cocktail dresses and custom-made designs, altering and shipping for no additional charge.

  • Tropical Tantrum

    Hanalei

    A mind-blowing array of all-but-psychedelic sarongs and beachwear flows through this dazzling boutique and out onto the verandah of the old schoolhouse.

  • Pointe Orlando

    Orlando

    Pleasant enough, with brick walkways and a fountain, this small outdoor shopping area features an odd assortment of shops and several good restaurants.

  • Savannah Bee Company

    Savannah

    This internationally renowned honey dreamland is one of Savannah's must-stops. Expect artisanal honey of infinite variety, and limitless free tastings.

  • Bella Turka

    Philadelphia

    Specializes in decorative jewelry and ceramics from Turkey.

  • Y'Alls Texas Store

    Houston

    For bluebonnet-covered, Texasy souvenirs, check out the collection of stuff in this vintage store in the heart of the town of Spring, north of Houston.

  • Shop Historic Charleston

    Charleston

    This place showcases jewelry, home furnishings and furniture inspired by the city's historic homes, much of which is based on Blue Canton porcelain.

  • Op Cit Books

    Taos

    Taos' best bookstore carries a fine stock of regional fiction and nonfiction, plus maps and guides, and the friendly staff is always happy to advise.

  • Abednego

    Nashville

    This boutique features Nashville-chic frocks, tees and jewelry (think mod pieces with a folksy twist), plus a few stylish home accessories and gifts.

  • Arboretum

    Austin

    About 20 minutes northwest of downtown, the Arboretum is a parklike collection of mall stalwarts, including Barnes & Noble, Gap and Pottery Barn.

  • Prairie Lights

    Iowa

    A bookstore worthy of the fabled Iowa Writers' Workshop. The small cafe serves coffee and teas plus wine and beer. Also, baked goods and appetizers.

  • REI

    Salt Lake City

    Rents and sells camping equipment, climbing shoes, kayaks and most winter-sports gear. It also stocks a great selection of maps and activity guides.

  • LewAllen Galleries

    Santa Fe

    The most prominent modern contemporary art gallery in town, occupying three stories in the Railyard district, LewAllen also shows modernist masters.

  • Sand People

    Kailua

    Beachy Hawaiian-style home accents, tote bags, souvenirs and gifts. Part of a local chain. Sand Kids, with goodies for children, is right next door.

  • Gallery 220

    Mississippi

    Two dozen local artists are represented at this energetic little gallery, which includes studio space in the back of its art deco–style building.

  • Broadway Books

    Portland

    A good general, independent bookstore with especially strong literary fiction, biography and nonfiction sections. Holds frequent author readings.

  • Ariodante

    New Orleans

    This small but well-stocked gallery sells jewelry, glass works, ceramics and fine art by local and regional artists. It's a fun place to browse.

  • Walpole Artists Cooperative

    New Hampshire

    In the heart of the pretty New Hampshire village of Walpole, this artist-run cooperative specializes in original artwork and locally made gifts.

  • W Hampton Brand Gallery

    Charleston

    An excellent place to unearth unique souvenirs and gifts, such as likenesses of the homes of Rainbow Row, painted on reclaimed slate roof tiles.

  • Cravin's Candy Emporium

    Bend

    A delightful old-school neighborhood sweet shop, Powell's is fun to visit for the eye candy alone – especially if you're traveling with kids.

  • Ukulele PuaPua

    Waikiki

    Avoid those flimsy souvenir ukuleles and head to this serious little shop to find the real thing. Try a free group beginner lesson (4pm daily).

  • Dragonfly Shops & Gardens

    Orange County

    Whimsical Dragonfly Shops & Gardens sells native California plants, garden-minded gifts and beaded jewelry inside a white-picketed cottage.

  • Galactic

    San Diego

    Lose time perusing the shelves of this cubbyhole comic-book store. It also rents new DVDs and has a bunch of retro arcade games to play inside.

  • Stamoolis Brothers

    Pittsburgh

    A great go-to for cheeses and dips, especially if you plan on grabbing some bread or crackers and DIYing it on a park bench or lawn somewhere.

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