Second only to the sights and history of Charleston is shopping. The streets are filled with small shops in historic buildings. The majority of the shopping is located in two areas a few blocks apart. The first is along King Street, home to countless antique, collectibles, clothing and gift shops. The second is Meeting Street around the old Market. The market is filled with vendors selling the local art, foods, books, baskets, clothing and souvenirs.
Hoppin' John's- A specialty shop for Southern and Lowcountry traditional cooking. Numerous cook books on the subject some by the owner himself. Also specializing in the hard to find condiments that cling to the South's Culinary Heritage, all of which are made in Charleston. 30 Pinckney Street. 843-577-6404.
Vendue House Antiques- Fine English and American antiques from around the world. Located in an early 19th century building. 9 Queen St. Mon-Sat. 10:00-5:00 or by appointment. (843) 577-5462.
Berlins for men/Berlins for women- King at Broad Streets. Mon-Sat. 9:30-6:00 or by appointment. (843)722-1665 (men), (843)723-5591 (women).
Waterfront Gallery- The largest collection of lowcountry artists under one roof. 167 East Bay St. Mon-Thurs. 11:00-6:00, Fri & Sat. 11:00-10 pm, Sun. 12:00-5 (843)722-1155.
A Piece of Cake & Fulford-Egan Coffee and Tea House- 1035 Johnny Dodds Blvd. (Fairmont Shopping Center) 8:00-11:00 daily. (843)723-4374.
Croghan's Jewel Box- 308 King St. Mon-Sat. 9:30-5:30. (843)723-6589.
The Audubon Shop & Gallery- 245 King St. (843)763-7814, (800)453-BIRD.
Charleston Gardens- The definitive source for garden furnishings and home accessories that bring the garden inside. Furniture, fountains, ornaments, and unique gifts. 61 Queen St. Mon-sat. 10:00-6:00. Open Sundays seasonally.
Historic Charleston Reproductions Shop- Features reproductions of 18th and early 19th century Charleston furniture, porcelain, brass, lamps, jewelry, books, and other gifts. 105 Broad St. Mon.-Sat. 10:00-5:00, Sun. 1:00-5:00. (843)723-8292.
Secrets of the South/The Charleston Catalog company- Charleston's most unique gift shop. Include cookbooks, gourmet food, home and garden accessories, jewelry, and much more. 139 Market St. Mon-Sat. 10:00-6:00; Sun. 12:00-5:00 (seasonal).
Shoppe at Charleston Place- Fine shopping in the heart of the historic district. 205 Meeting St. Mon-Thurs. 10:00-6:00, Fri. 10:00-8:00, Sun. 12:00-5:00. (843)722-4900.
Shops for All Seasons on the Common- 15 delightful different shops around a Colonial style courtyard. Surrounded by famous Shem Creek restaurants. 217 Lucas St. Mon-Sat. 10:00-6:00. (843)844-5020.
Sumter Military Antiques and Museum- Specializes in authentic artifacts from the war between the States. 45 John St. (Near the visitor's center). Mon-Sat. 10:00-6:00. (843)577-7766.
Carolina Gifts & Sea Shells- Shells from our coast and around the world. Sand dollar mini gold. 1405 Ben Sawyer blvd. 10:00-10:00 Mon-Sat. 2:00-6:00 Sun.(summer hours); 10:00-6:00 Mon-Sat. (offseason).
Palais Royal- Fine French linens. 246 King St. Mon-Thurs. 10:00-6:00, Sun. 12:00-5:00.
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