Streetcar Suburbs
In our humble opinion, every man should own at least one fedora. And if not a fedora, some other fun and functional head-topper. If you are intrigued by…
Must-see shopping in Massachusetts
Pioneer Valley
This place promises 'books you don't need in a place you can't find.' Luckily, both claims are slightly exaggerated. Housed in a converted cedar gristmill…
Cape Cod
You'll likely see Jobi pottery, with its distinctive fish designs, for sale across the Cape. It's worth making the trip to where it all comes from. At…
Streetcar Suburbs
Year after year, this independent bookstore wins ‘Best Bookstore in Boston.’ Customers love the lineup of author talks and poetry readings, the emphasis…
Cambridge
If you’re into maps, you’ll be into Ward Maps. It has an incredible collection of original antique and reproduction maps, with a special focus on Boston,…
Provincetown
Everything for sale at Loveland Bohemian Marine, from the stationary to the linens, feels like it is chosen with the utmost care. The overall vibe of the…
Boston
Since 1825, the Brattle Book Shop has catered to Boston’s literati: it's a treasure trove crammed with out-of-print, rare and first edition books. Ken…
Back Bay
Pick out a pile of books and retreat to a quiet corner of the cafe to decide which ones you really want to buy. There’s a little bit of everything here,…
Massachusetts
Six miles west of Sturbridge is the Brimfield Antique Show, the largest outdoor antiques fair in North America. How big is it? The fair takes place on 23…
Cambridge
Family-owned and -operated since 1932, the Harvard Bookstore is not officially affiliated with Harvard University, but it is the university community’s…
Boston
A locavore's longtime dream come true, this daily farmers market – housed in a brick-and-mortar building – gives shoppers access to fresh foodstuffs,…
Boston
Occupying the ground level of the Converse world headquarters, this flagship store has a sweet selection of its classic sneakers, including some true…
Boston
The North Bennet Street School has been training craftspeople for over 100 years. Established in 1885, the school offers programs in traditional skills…
Boston
While the flagship Salmagundi store in Jamaica Plain has a bigger selection, this second location in the North End still offers some 4000 hats for your…
Back Bay
Travelers! Here is a store full of things you need, even if you didn't realize you needed them. Everything from plush fold-up slippers (perfect for chilly…
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
Boston designer Allison Daroie knows women play many roles, and she believes their clothing should too. That's why her classy, minimalist pieces can…
South End & Chinatown
This niche gallery stocks thousands of vintage posters from around the world. Thousands. The posters span the globe, with themes ranging from food and…
Boston
Calling itself a 'retail incubator' and a 'pop-up collective,' For Now showcases a constantly changing and growing collection of local and regional…
Cambridge
Founded in 1927, Grolier is the oldest – and perhaps the most famous – poetry bookstore in the USA. Over the years, TS Eliot, ee cummings, Marianne Moore…
Streetcar Suburbs
The friendly folks at this little boutique can help you find the perfect gift. The jewelry is inexpensive and highly original; much of it is designed by…
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
This tiny shop has a remarkable selection of antique prints and maps, especially focusing on old Boston. Follow the history of the city’s development by…
South End & Chinatown
Boston's original art market, this outdoor event is a fabulous opportunity for strolling, shopping and people-watching. More than 100 vendors set up shop…
Streetcar Suburbs
Boing! is fun. It's fun that they have an exclamation point at the end of their name and crazy colorful creatures adorning their facade. And it's really…
Boston
Artists for Humanity is a local charity organization that encourages urban youth to get in touch with their creative sides. That means you're doing a good…
Streetcar Suburbs
Down a narrow alley and marked by a discreet sign, this woman-focused sex shop is worth seeking out. The tasteful and tantalizing boutique offers sex…
South End & Chinatown
Ring the doorbell: it's worth it. Specializing in rare and out-of-print titles, Ars Libri is an art bookstore extraordinaire, filled from floor to ceiling…
South End & Chinatown
With some 60 stands, this is the largest farmers market in New England, and features fresh produce, meats and poultry, dairy products, flowers and more…
Boston
This weekend artist market brings out dozens of vendors to display their wares in the open air. Look for unique, handmade gifts, jewelry, bags, paintings,…
Cambridge
This cherished shop is one of the last used-books holdouts in Harvard Square. Its huge collection focuses on scholarly titles, especially in the liberal…
Boston's Western Suburbs
An independent bookstore packed with good reads and featuring local authors.
Massachusetts
For more than 200 years Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie has been making sweets – you gotta believe that it knows what it's doing. The current owners (for…
Back Bay
The Hempest is not a well-stocked smoke shop, though there is a small selection of pipes and bongs. It's more about stylish clothing, organic soaps and…
Boston
Shelves stocked with extra-virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar, cases crammed with cured meats, hard cheeses and olives of all shapes and sizes,…
Boston
Run like the wind…to the New Balance Flagship store for comfortable, supportive running shoes at discounted prices. Runners rejoice over these shoes, but…
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
Here's a guarantee: you will find the perfect gift for that certain someone at Blackstone's. This little place is crammed with classy, clever and…
Cape Cod
Bibliophiles should make sure to stop in this beautiful barn full of books. There's an adjacent children's annex which hosts summertime kids' events …
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
The intriguing window dressing will lure you into this artful shop with designer pieces from Boston and abroad. The gorgeous space showcases stylish women…
Boston
If you speak Italian, you'll know that Sedurre's thing is sexy and stylish. (It means 'seduce.') The shop started with fine lingerie – beautiful lacy…
Boston
With over 100 jewelers, this historic building is the first stop for many would-be grooms. Some jewelers have retail space on the 1st floor, other less…
Boston
You know what you’re getting when you waltz into this denim haven. Offerings from more than 20 designers include tried-and-true favorites and little-known…
