Anchorage
Anchorage’s largest outdoor store has everything you might ever need, from wool socks to backpacks to kayaks to camp chairs. Besides being able to repair…
Anchorage
Anchorage’s largest outdoor store has everything you might ever need, from wool socks to backpacks to kayaks to camp chairs. Besides being able to repair…
North Coast & Redwoods
This welcoming and holistic-minded place only sells pesticide-free cannabis products and is one of the oldest dispensaries in the United States. It even…
Hill Country
Local art galleries, shops and craftspeople set up booths for Wimberley Market Days, a bustling collection of live music, food and more than 475 vendors…
Northern Colorado
Half camping outfitter, half army-surplus store, Jax is Fort Collins’ most well-rounded outdoor supplier – a place where you can buy a fishing rod, a…
Pittsburgh
Way beyond just macaroni, this warehouse has bulk products ranging from olive oil by the barrel and dried beans to spices and cheeses by the round. The…
Hanalei
Hanalei’s former schoolhouse, built in 1926, moved to this site in 1989. Now complemented by a cluster of buildings that similarly evoke Hawaii’s…
Tampa
This creepy but awesome art shop contains curios such as a taxidermic giraffe wearing a monocle, a live albino pacman frog and a diaphonized zebra moray…
North Coast & Redwoods
From wrought-iron art to sculpture and jewelry, this is the largest collection of contemporary blacksmithing in the US. Note that there are two venues…
Waimea Canyon & the Westside
Bold in-house designs set this small boutique apart. You’ll find wearable keepsakes that fuse traditional motifs with contemporary styles. Look for silk…
Asheville
For a taste of Asheville’s contemporary creativity, and a distinctly psychedelic take on Appalachian art, drop into this groovy downtown gallery. As well…
Kona Coast
Inside a historic post office, owner Sam Rosen displays beautifully handcrafted ukuleles made by himself and other island luthiers. He's happy to show you…
Northeast Texas
A kitschy delight: the old general store is crammed with an idiosyncratic array of Texas-themed souvenirs. When you're done shopping, cool off with an ice…
Kanab
It's easy to spend hours sipping espresso and perusing the eclectic books here. Before you leave, outfit yourself with field guides, camping gear, US…
Nashville
Ann Patchett's Parnassus Books is arguably one of America's most famous indie booksellers (ironically only in business since 2011). The bright space hosts…
Atlanta
Head to this bright, beautifully set out boutique for handmade, innovative jewelry from Portland to Australia, and feminist-centric accessories brought to…
Chicago
After ooohhing and aaahhing at the cool models of rockets, castles and dinosaurs scattered throughout the store, kids can build their own designs at pint…
Wisconsin
The state's best cheese shop specializes in small-batch and hard-to-find local hunks. Browse the basket of 'orphans' by the cash register, where you can…
Eastern Shore
You'll find 'I love ASS' socks for sale at this amiable beach shop that sits on the road to (Ass)ateague. Stop here for beach gear and outdoor apparel as…
Nebraska
Dozens of vendors celebrate the best of Nebraska's farms and food producers at this huge and popular market fittingly located in Old Market. Besides…
Denver
This narrow shop is packed with the latest in Colorado fashion, including accessories and jewelry. The best thing about the boutique is that it won't…
East Honolulu Clothing Company
Windward Coast
The striking, graphic one-color tropical prints on the clothing here are all designed and silk-screened in-house. This company provides many local hula…
Hanalei Bay & the North Shore
A real and refreshing blast of color, Coconut Style traffics in all things aloha, handmade and hand-painted. Shirts and robes are typically priced around …
French Quarter
The erudite owner of this former residence of author William Faulkner sells rare first editions and new titles in an airy, elegant and charming…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
Waraku is a compact, Japanese-owned shop for shoe-lovers. It blends Far East couture with mainstream street brands such as Puma and Converse. Some 60% of…
Austin
Western wear, vintage T-shirts and even oddities such as all-American bowling wear hang on the racks at Blue Velvet, where you'll find an equal number of…
Arkansas
MOXY is a fun, irrepressibly playful shop that will offer customers vintage clocks, locally handmade jewelry, beard balm, witchcraft guidebooks and…
Telluride
Bookworms flock to this homey shop with a big selection of local interest, creaking floors and a doting staff. Check online for readings and events. Local…
Anchorage
One of a handful of farmers markets around town, this one features handmade arts and crafts, plus locally grown produce and Alaska seafood. A festive vibe…
Santa Barbara
If you forgot your tent or rock-climbing carabiners at home, the West Coast's most popular independent co-op outdoor retailer is the place to pick up…
Estes Park
You can hunker down here with a collection of topographical maps and regional titles to help plan your trip into the park. The book selection is good and…
Charlotte
Charlotte’s best-known luxury clothing store has earned a national reputation for its impeccable array of women’s fashion and jewelry, much of it the work…
South Kona Coast
Friendly owner Brian Kiernan has a talent for restoring vintage ukuleles and guitars, and he's a wonderful resource whether you're a curious beginner or a…
Southwest Colorado
The place to come for bicycle rentals or purchases. Options range from townie rides for cheaper rates to high-performance mountain bikes and fat bikes on…
Disneyland Resort
If there was ever any doubt about the popularity of Frozen, look no further. This giant shop sells apparel and souvenirs, sure, and by reservation the…
Steamboat Springs
No doubt the hippest clothing store on the Western Slope, Urbane stocks cool urban threads for men and women. It’s a great little store and the perfect…
New York City
A beautifully curated boutique, brimming with locally made art, jewelry, women's clothing, candles and more. It's an inviting place to browse feminist…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
It's a fine spot to browse for a pillbox hat or a classic houndstooth-check jacket. Along with its vintage wares, Una Mae’s has a collection of new, cool…
San Antonio
San Antonio's answer to Williams Sonoma, Melissa Guerra has upscale kitchen implements and table settings with a Latin flavor, layered in with Mexican…
Austin
Colorful and over the top, this South Congress staple has been outfitting Austinites for years. You can rent or buy costume pieces, which is this place's…
Waikiki
Besides having a great selection of paddles and paddling gear, these guys have T-shirts, aloha shirts, beachwear and everything you might need for a day…