Shopping
Shopping can be a bit like hunting for buried
treasure. Finding that perfect gift, fantastic
deal or one-of-a-kind item is half the fun.
Enjoying shopping with your friends and
family makes the purchase complete.
Shopping Secrets on Florida’s Historic Coast
Florida’s Historic Coast has many traditional
avenues for shopping like the area’s two
outlet malls but there are a few options you
might not expect. Here’s the secret to getting
the most of your shopping experience.
Golf Goods
Got a golfer in the family? The Clubhouse
at TPC Sawgrass has a pro shop that carries
the most extensive collection of PGA TOUR
merchandise in the country. It’s the only place
to get offi cial THE PLAYERS Championship
clothing and gift items.
Galleries and Boutiques
There are more than 20 galleries in the
historic district of St. Augustine where you’ll
fi nd art of every style and genre. Many local
boutiques in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra
Beach sell hand-crafted and artisan items.
Gifts of History and Culture
Check out the gift shops in the historic
attractions and museums. Many sell books,
keepsakes, household items and art that
refl ect the history and cultural infl uences of
the area.
Fresh Finds
Farmer’s Markets aren’t just for produce anymore.
Find locally crafted gifts and food items to
take home to share. Florida’s Historic Coast
holds Farmer’s Markets in the mornings every
Wednesday at the St. Johns County Pier Park and
on Saturdays at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.
Outstanding Outlets
Before you scour St. Augustine’s two Outlet
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Malls for great deals, visit the mall’s information
booth to get special coupons and savings cards
for valuable discounts at the various stores.
Artisan Foods
Wine. Chocolate. Spirits. Spices. Tasty gifts are
the best! Include the San Sebastian Winery,
St. Augustine Distillery, Spice and Tea
Exchange of St. Augustine and Whetstone’s
Chocolates on your shopping list.