If shopping is on your list of things to do on your St. Augustine, FL vacation, you’ll find there’s plenty to choose from. From quaint boutiques to larger brand name stores, there’s something for everyone: accessories, antiques, clothing, footwear, novelties, and so much more.
So, when you take a break from your time relaxing on the beach and are looking to spend some at the best St. Augustine shops, here are a few destinations you can check out. The good news is that many shopping locations are not far from most St. Augustine vacation rentals, so whether you’re staying in one of many St. Augustine condo rentals or St. Augustine beachfront rentals, you’ll be close to St. Augustine shopping.
Local Boutiques
Are you spending the day shopping? You won’t want to leave local boutiques off your list: it’s at these St. Augustine shops that you’ll find many handcrafted beach novelties, stylish apparel, locally crafted jewelry and trinkets, and other unique items that would be great mementos of your St. Augustine vacation. Let’s take a look at some unique boutiques you’ll love to visit:
Two Sparrows
From top(s) to bottom(s), Two Sparrows is a one-of-a-kind “Christ-centered” boutique catering to women looking to dress in style, accessorize with handbags, hats, and jewelry, or get an outfit or stuffed toy for their little one. It’s one of several must-sees among downtown St. Augustine shops.
It is open Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. (11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on the first Friday of every month), and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wildheart Boutique
“Fabulous Fashion for Real Women” is how Wildheart Boutique bills itself on its webpage, and you’ll find that’s true: an eclectic mix of flowy kimono styles, flowery prints, silky tops and pants, lacey satin, jumpsuits, and so many other soft, casual styles for relaxing, dining out, or a night out on the town.
The store also features hats, stone rings, Kantha blankets, and scarves.
Besides visiting in person, you can also shop Wildheart during private scheduling, during an at-your-location trunk show, or shop virtually and let items be selected for you based on the information you give about your tastes and style.
Open Wednesday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and by appointment only Sunday – Tuesday.
Gypsy Moon
Located among historic downtown shops and St. Augustine eateries, Gypsy Moon is a boutique and soap shop specializing in bath salts, essential oils, bath bombs, creams, lotions, and other bath accessories. You’ll also find various types of natural aloe and goat’s milk soap bars. Products are designed to exfoliate, cleanse, moisturize, and nourish your skin.
Gypsy Moon prides itself on selling homemade products 100% natural, organic, cruelty-free, and of the highest quality. You won’t be able to resist the beautiful aromas emanating from this shop as you pass by!
This aromatic shop is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
360 Boutique
Are you traveling uptown? Be sure to step into 360 Boutique, with its flowy tops, unique hand-selected jewelry, various colors of handbags, and selection of baby items. Shoes, accessories, and unique gifts round out the inventory at this quaint boutique. All sizes, all styles—for ALL ages!
You can shop 360 Boutique daily from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Christé Blue
“Just south of the lighthouse” is where you’ll find the 6,000-square foot Christé Blue, a boutique that’s been offering designer and vintage apparel, fine jewelry, home décor, and formal wear to St. Augustine shoppers since 2004.
You’ll find upscale resale clothing, original artwork, costume jewelry, hardwood furniture, and a wide variety of gifts included in the inventory at Christé Blue. Everything from engagement and wedding rings to prom and evening dresses! The showroom also hosts fashion shows.
Stop by Wednesday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Closet
Cater to your inner cowgirl at The Closet, a western and vintage boutique situated among other fine downtown St. Augustine shops. Here you’ll find denim jackets, fringe shirts, country and western tees, bell bottoms, lattice tops, Waylon tops, and bolo ties, along with Navajo Pearl pendants and necklaces, cow print stud earrings, druzy earrings, skinny jeans, boots, and dresses.
There’s plenty of non-Western styles available, focused on the latest trends and vintage items. As the website says, the store has a bit of everything, “just like your closet.”
Open every day except Tuesdays 12 – 5 p.m. (opens 11 a.m. on Saturdays).
Vintage & Antiques
Love antiquing? You’ll have the opportunity to indulge during your St. Augustine vacation! There are a few stores where you’ll find antique furniture, art, accessories, and many other collectibles and items. Among the finest St. Augustine antique shops are:
Anastasia Antique Center
Open every day from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Anastasia Antique Center has possibly the widest selection in the area. Everything from kitchen wares to stained glass to vinyl albums! Its ever-changing inventory means you’ll find lots of hidden treasures at every visit.
This shop is located on Highway A1A/Anastasia Boulevard.
A Step Back in Time
Another uptown shopping experience, A Step Back in Time on San Marco Avenue has vintage clothing, sports memorabilia, furniture, paintings, military items, vintage estate and costume jewelry, and a wide variety of collectibles and gifts. There’s pottery, glassware, etchings, photographs, lamps, candles, dolls, and much more. The entire upstairs is a fine art gallery!
Hard to miss the pink and blue old-style home that houses these incredible finds. Well-kept and -arranged, A Step Back in Time offers hand-selected, quality antiques at great prices.
Browse Monday – Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and Sundays ‘til 5 p.m. Closes only for Easter, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas.
Churchill & Lacroix Antiquaire
From art glass and artist-signed works to sterling silver collectibles, you’ll appreciate the high-end antiques found at Churchill & Lacroix Antiquaire. Tiffany, Steuben, Baccarat, and Meissen are some of the legendary names you’ll find among varied items such as lamps, porcelain, fine china, clocks, crystal, and estate jewelry.
Along with the unique inventory is the shop’s unique setting: the courtyard of the former Hotel Alcazar. The shop is operated by David Geithman, who has 35 years of experience in the antique business.
Shopping is by appointment only Tuesday and Wednesday, with hours of operation Monday and Thursday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Plan Your Stay
To experience all these shopping destinations for yourself, book a stay in one of our St. Augustine vacation homes!
Outlets
Are you more of a big store, brand name shopper than visiting the quaint shops offering aisles of handcrafted wares, hand-selected apparel, and antique items? St. Augustine Premium Outlets on State Road, with 84 stores selling clothing, footwear, perfume, jewelry, tools, books, and more, is sure to have something to appeal to the entire family.
St. Augustine Premium Outlets
Adidas. Calvin Klein. Crocs. Eddie Bauer. Movado. Under Armour. Vera Bradley. These are just some of the major stores you can visit when spending the day at St. Augustine Premium Outlets. Even a few eating establishments can get pizza, smoothies, burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
Peruse the online gift guide, enjoy generous seasonal discounts, and even sign up for the VIP Shoppers Club for even more benefits.
The outlet is open every day from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
