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Specialty Shops in Charleston, SC
There's something special about finding something you can't get anywhere else. Charleston is home to many artisans and craftsmen that pride themselves on making one-of-a-kind goods and setting up shops to help you find exactly what you are looking for.
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The Shops at Belmond Charleston Place
An exclusive collection of world-famous stores in the heart of downtown Charleston. From Godiva to Gucci, the ultimate shopping experience & the finest selections in the city.
Firefly Distillery
Experience South Carolina’s largest distillery with tours and tastings of Firefly Spirits. Kick back marshside with live music and local food trucks. Open Mon - Sat, 12P - 6P
Old Whaling Company
Handcrafted, sea-inspired bar soaps, bath bombs, body butter, scrubs, perfumes + candles. Coastal gifts + cards. Three locations: City Market Great Hall | 43 Broad | 409 King
Gibbes Museum of Art
Showcasing the creativity of regional artists, the Museum Store features jewelry, gifts, books and specialty items that introduce art into everyday life.
ibu
Locally-based global brand designing luxury hand-crafted apparel, jewelry & home décor with artisans in 38 countries. Shop, learn, discover the showroom & rooftop event space.
Gold Creations
Gold Creations charms visitors with Charleston inspired 14K gold and sterling silver southern style jewelry. Come see our Charleston Charms, Charleston Gates, and Rice Beads.
Mount Pleasant
Visit South Carolina's largest coastal town
Charleston Harbor Marina Store
The Marina Store carries resort wear for the whole family, nautical chic home décor, provisions for a day on the water and a spectacular view overlooking Charleston Harbor.
Boone Hall Plantation
#1 Plantation - USA TODAY 10BEST
Candlefish
Masters of our craft, we aim to share our illuminating experiences of candle-making through scent, touch, and sight. Home to more than 30 brands of unique candles and gifts.
Keep Shop
Keep Shop, a luxury retail experience located in the lobby of Emeline, features a variety of handcrafted treasures by some of Charleston’s most preeminent artists and makers.
34 West Theater Company
“Simply delightful!” -NYTheatre.com
Amanda Lindroth
An island inspired collection of raffia and rattan housewares, totes and furniture created by the interior designer, Amanda Lindroth.
Beads on Cannon
Two fabulous floors of beads from all over the world! We carry everything to do with beading. Best store in southeast, located downtown. 11am-5pm Daily including Sunday.
Blue Bicycle Books
The favorite locally-owned bookstore. Over 50,000 used, rare, local & new books. We focus on connecting writers with readers with writing programs, events & book signings.
Buxton Books
For everyone who loves the wonder of books. Our new, regionally-focused, independent bookstore downtown at Concord & Cumberland Sts. Frequent signings and book-based tours.
Cannonborough Collective
Home to over 20 local brands and the peninsula’s only balloon shop. Shop our curated selection of handmade gifts, one of a kind souvenirs, party decor, and more.
Celadon
Celadon is a fresh, fun and unexpected furniture and lifestyle shop curated through global travels and trends. The shop features artists and makers from Charleston and beyond.
Charleston Amish Furniture
Family owned furniture store that is 30,000 square feet and made by master craftsmen from Ohio and Indiana. Unique pieces that reflect integrity, simplicity and hard work.
Charleston City Market
Open M-Su. The sprawling City Market encompasses three open air sheds and one enclosed Great Hall, which house more than 140 merchants, including 20 locally owned boutiques.
Charleston Specialty Foods
Charleston Specialty Foods offers a variety of southern treats from the best local brands around. Benne wafers, pecan pralines, cookies, grits, sauces, beans, rice and soups.
Christophe Artisan Chocolatier-Patissier
3rd generation French Chocolatier Christophe Paume & his Cafe offer sandwiches, baguettes, French pastry & chocolate: Hand-painted, bars & sculptures, even chocolate shoes!
Congregation Beth Elohim, Chosen Treasures Gifts & Judaica
In one of America’s most historic synagogues. Eclectic mix of fine gifts & Judaica featuring work from noted artists from the US and Israel. Unique and beautiful jewelry.
Edmund's Oast Exchange
Edmund’s Oast Exchange is a beer and wine retail store right next to Edmund’s Oast restaurant. The two-story space offers over 1,000 different varieties of beer and wine.
Fieldshop
Nestled within The Dewberry hotel, Fieldshop by Garden & Gun pays homage to the iconic Southern magazine with a collection of curated accessories, housewares and pantry items.
Historic Charleston Museum Shop
Locally-made gifts and packages including jewelry, furnishings, Charleston-related books and tasty treats. Enjoy tax-free shopping and support local preservation efforts.
House of Nomad
House of Nomad is a boutique retailer and interior design firm offering décor items that have been carefully curated by co-founders Kelley Lentini, and Berkeley Minkhorst.
Jackson Davenport Vision Center
Serving Charleston for over 67 years with the ultimate, unique, eye-care experience. With boutique brands such as Lindberg, Cartier, Anne Et Valentin, Matsuda, Lunor & more.
Lowcountry Olive Oil
Delicious Carolina-infused olive oils & vinegars is what you'll discover inside our historic store. Local gifts, delectable treats, art & candles, homegrown snacks & spices.
Mercantile and Mash
Located inside the Cigar Factory, featuring coffee service, butcher and pastry counters, casual bar, and unique retail provisions.
Norton and Hodges
Luxury accessories inspired by Africa that capture the lifestyle of the South across handbags, hats, collars, footwear, scarves and jewelry. Shopping available by appointment.
Pluff Mud Mercantile
Goods for Salt & Soul. Local Charleston shopping place with a mix of unique artisan gift items, maker space, artisan made candles, soaps & apothecary. Classes & Workshops too!
Preservation Society of Charleston Book and Gift Shop
The Preservation of Society Shop features an assortment of locally crafted specialty items from a wide collection of artisans.
Rhodes Boutique
A specialty boutique offering ladies apparel, home décor, baby gifts, bridal, and more. We offer numerous embroidery services from personal to corporate orders.
Sweet Belgium Waffles
Family-owned and operated Belgian waffle bakery that uses only the finest ingredients and traditional methods to produce exceptional waffles with an endless array of toppings.
The Boutique
A Charleston institution which has been in business for over 50 years. Offering the finest gifts, china, linens, and lingerie. Come find that special gift at The Boutique.
The Port Mercantile
This uniquely curated shopping destination is a modern day mercantile with an upmarket touch, offering thoughtful essentials you didn’t know you needed until you saw them.
The Preservation Society of Charleston
The Preservation of Society Shop features an assortment of locally crafted specialty items from a wide collection of artisans.
The Shops Of Historic Charleston Foundation
Locally-made and inspired gifts including jewelry, furnishings, Charleston-related books, and tasty treats. Enjoy tax-free shopping and support local preservation efforts.
Tiger Lily
Voted "Charleston's Best Florist" since 2000, Tiger Lily is known for creating luxury floral designs and wedding decor. Delivering to homes, hotels, and businesses daily.
Upper King Design District
Southern Living magazine featured the Upper King Design District in the cover article “10 Reasons to Visit Charleston Again.” Every kind of store & dining choice imaginable.
Wonder Works
With toys for all ages of imagination, Charleston’s favorite local toy store fascinates visitors with inspiring 'wonderfuntastical' toys, gifts, books & gadgets!
Wonder Works City Market
With toys for all ages of imagination, Charleston’s favorite local toy store fascinates visitors with inspiring 'wonderfuntastical' toys, gifts, books & gadgets!
Woodhouse Day Spa Charleston
Called the only real luxury spa in Charleston, we welcome you to escape into our serene spa and sip on some champagne, enjoy our cafe menu and shop in our boutique. Welcome!
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