shopping
gifting
I N B A LT I M O R E
‘Tis the season for gifts, and whether you’re interested in finding
yours at independently owned boutiques, museum gift shops
or seasonal markets, Baltimore has a shopping destination for
all needs. Our beautiful, historic neighborhoods are home to
cute stores that showcase handmade creations by local makers
and one-of-a-kind finds.
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ne of Baltimore’s upscale neighborhoods,
Harbor East is a hot spot for high-end hotels and
boutique shopping. Most of the retail is clustered
along Aliceanna Street, where national favorites like
Anthropologie and Lush Cosmetics mix with locally owned
retailers such as Sassanova, Curiosities and B’More Betty.
Looking for some pampering while you shop? Head to the
Four Seasons Hotel Spa for a luxe service, and pick up a gift
certificate while you’re there.
For a heavy dose of charm and cozy boutique shopping, try
one of Baltimore’s rowhouse-lined historic neighborhoods.
In Fell’s Point, wander the picturesque streets and pop into
shops like Poppy & Stella, Brightside Boutique and Freesia
for women’s clothing and accessories. Music lovers should
browse the vinyl at The Sound Garden, an independent
music store stocking more than 100,000 hard-to-find titles.
If the written word is more your thing, head to Greedy Reads
for a curated selection of books. For toys that smart, creative
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Over in trendy Federal Hill, check out SoBotanical for all-
natural, handmade skincare and fragrances; and Phina’s
Fine Linens & Gifts for upscale home items. If you’re on
the prowl for something a little unconventional, swing by
the American Visionary Art Museum’s gift shop Sideshow,
which is packed floor-to-ceiling with funky finds.
kids will love, hit up aMuse Toys.
B A LT I M O R E . O R G
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