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Shopping Destinations in New England

Outlets, Malls, Marketplaces and More


The ideal gift or vacation souvenir is waiting for shoppers at New England’s many boutique shops, factory outlets, specialty food stores, and fine craft stores. In New Hampshire, for instance, the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen sells unique fine crafts in several retail locations. Country stores and general stores in Vermont sell nostalgic toys, household goods, and old-fashioned treats. Outlets in every state offer national brands for clothing and household goods. Outdoor gear choices are extensive at Maine’s Kittery Outlets and L.L. Bean. Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston invites shoppers to explore marvelous gifts and foods. Food gifts are delicious reminder of the local food culture.





Shopping in New England
Logo - Kingston Collection Outlets - Kingston, MA
Kingston Collection

101 Kingston Collection Way Kingston, MA, 02364 Phone: 781-582-2445

This easily accessible mall means you can shop without the drop

Kingston Collection is anchored by some of the nation’s most popular brands for shopping and entertainment: Macy’s, Target and Regal Cinemas. You’ll find everything from clothing and accessories, footwear, cell phone services, electronics and even axe throwing! Bar Rustic and PiNZ offer sit down dining in addition to a food court. Specialty boutiques make the shopping fun: Victoria’s Secret, Hollister, American Eagle, Yankee Candle Company, Newbury Comics and Famous Footwear Outlet. Access is off Route 3 in Kingston and the commuter rail line between Boston and Cape Cod makes the travel even easier. Visit our website and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for a complete directory of stores, ongoing specials, promotions and a calendar of events.
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Colony Place

174 Colony Place Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-746-7663

Plymouth Colony has its own special shopping place

Colony Place - located just minutes from downtown Plymouth and the many historic attractions - Colony Place is a beautiful outdoor shopping center with over 50 stores and restaurants. Fashion, sporting goods, home goods, pet needs, electronics, even groceries - make Colony Place the One Place for Everything! Easy in and easy out plus plenty of free parking.

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September on Main Street - Historic Wethersfield, CT
Historic Wethersfield

Time for some retail therapy? Turn to the unique shops along village Main Street

After soaking up the history and basking in the natural surroundings of Historic Wethersfield, you may want a little retail diversion. Happily, the town’s shops are here to help! Main Street’s unique shops in the historic district offer everything from artwork and antiques to handmade crafts, vintage clothing, gifts for special occasions and custom-made jewelry. There’s a country store, natural-foods market and art galleries. Whether you’re looking for a vinyl record from the ‘60s, hard-too-find old-time penny candy or a one-of-a-kind gold bracelet, you’ll discover it in these shops, as well as a variety of casual spots for casual dining. Big-box stores can also be found along the highways leading into the village.
Lexington Visitor Center Gift Shop - Greater Merrimack Valley MA
Greater Merrimack Valley

61 Market Street, Unit 1C Lowell, MA, 01852 Phone: 978-459-6150

Extraordinary locations and out-of-the-ordinary items make for true one-of-a-kind shopping experiences

If shopping to you means seeking out items beyond the ordinary, then the artists and artisans of the Greater Merrimack Valley have several options for you to consider. At the Canal Street Antique Mall in Lawrence, 50-plus dealers offer unique furniture, collectibles, vintage clothing, hardware and more in an equally unique old mill building. At the Crafty Yankee in Lexington, choose from gorgeous Simon Pearce glassware, adorable baby clothing and other one-of-a-kind items. Visit the gift stores or online shops offering the finest handcrafted gifts and artwork at the New England Quilt Museum and the Brush Art Gallery & Studios. And mark your calendar for the Holiday Open Studios at the Western Avenue Studios in Lowell, this year on Dec. 3 and 10.
Bake Shoppe - Publick House Historic Inn - Sturbridge, MA
Publick House Historic Inn On the Common

277 Main Street - Route 131 Sturbridge, MA, 01566 Phone: 508-347-3313 Toll-Free: 800-782-5425

Take home a little of this famous inn’s freshly made baked goods, comfort foods

Take home some of the mouthwatering cuisine served daily at the Publick House Historic Inn by visiting the famous Bake Shoppe. (You’ll recognize it by the heavenly scent of home-baked goods that wafts out the door.) There’s a selection of sweet treats, decadent desserts, relishes and jams, and baked-fresh-daily breads, pies and cakes. Take home bread pudding, old-fashioned raspberry-filled cookies, apple butter, strawberry rhubarb jam or the inn’s famous to-die-for pecan sweet rolls. In the to-go refrigerator, you’ll find comfort food items including chicken pot pies, cornbread sausage stuffing, butternut bisque, mini lobster cobblers and crab and tomato dip. You’ll also want to browse the collection of New England cookbooks and gifts that celebrate the historic inn and this vibrant region of the country.
The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village gifts Oakdale CT
The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village

1650 Hartford-New London Tpke. (Rt. 85) Oakdale, CT, 06370 Phone: 860-443-4367

Visit a vast variety of shops and take home a treasure after fun day at dino park

There’s no excuse to leave The Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art Village without a treasure! And there are so many shops to choose from for those take-home treasures — from the tiny handmade dishes at the Artful Gift Shop to the real dinosaur bones and shark’s teeth at the Ancient Fossil Shop and natural gemstone beads at the Absolute Bead Shop. Take home a glittering crystal tree or cathedral, a bejeweled trinket box, a colorful dreamcatcher. Check out the plush animals and science toys at the Ageless Toy Shop. Or, visit the Geode Center, pick your own geode and see what’s revealed when it’s sliced in half. Over at The Past Antiques Market & Museum, over 90 dealers offer two floors worth of antiques, collectibles and crafts.
Shopping Bounty - Mt. Washington Valley Chamber - North Conway, NH
Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce

Something for every shopper in these hills, valleys and village main streets

The shopping in the Mount Washington Valley is as eclectic as the region itself, ranging from one-of-a-kind boutiques selling unique handcrafted items to shop-til-you-drop outlet centers featuring the most popular name brands. Pick up some local art in Franconia, NH, stroll in and out of intriguing emporiums in North Conway, visit the world’s longest candy counter in Lincoln, NH, go antiquing in Bethlehem, NH or pop into The Brick Store in Bath, NH, the nation’s oldest continuously operated general store. Take home craft beer at the region’s many breweries or wine from local vineyards. From maple syrup (of course!) to fine arts and fashion, the region features great variety and down-home customer service in its many shops and stores. Click above to visit our website or call our friendly concierge at 800-337-3563 for more info on first class lodging and exciting events to plan your next adventure!
Ladies Shopping - Stonington Borough Merchants - Stonington, CT
Stonington Borough Connecticut

When you visit this special village, don’t forget to add shopping to your to-do list

When you visit scenic Stonington Borough, make sure you save some time for shopping. A variety of eclectic shops, boutiques and galleries offer everything from handbags and kids’ toys to table linens, local wines and beer and vintage furniture. Whether you’re looking for that special something to remind you of your trip, like jewelry with coastal flair, or something special like fabrics designed on-site and printed locally or handcrafted pottery, you’re sure to find something strolling the shops of Stonington. And you’ll want to check out the Velvet Mill, a creative community of artists and entrepreneurs selling unique crafts, artwork, artisanal baked goods, books, bikes and, in the late fall and winter, all the products of the bustling winter farmers’ market.