posted Nov 27, 2023

Shopping in Walkable Downtown Lancaster, PA

Looking to shop local and source quality, unique gifts for friends and family? Home to many eclectic boutiques and specialty shops: Downtown Lancaster is the perfect place to shop ‘til you drop.

Downtown Lancaster is a walkable and quaint small city with all of the big city amenities. Spend the day exploring the unique shops as you stroll down the historic streets.

Clothing & Accessories

Home Décor & Art Galleries

Gifts, Books, & Oddities

Food & Drink Gifts

Vintage & Thrift Stores

Clothing & Accessories

Angry Young and Poor | 356 W Orange St. | Punk apparel and accessories
Bellaboo | 32 N Queen St. | Children’s clothing and toys
Charlotte Shoppe | 32 W King St. | Apparel, handbags, jewelry and more
Chyatee | 101 N Queen St. | Clothing designed with ethically sourced materials
Cult Classics | 151 E King St. | Funky jewelry and other accessories
Fourteenth Boutique | 28 W Orange St. | Women’s clothing and accessories
Foxduck | 11 W King St. | Lancaster-themed apparel
Hamilton Watch | 149 N Duke St. | The ONLY Hamilton Watch boutique in the U.S.
In White | 18 N Queen St. | High-quality wedding gowns - appointment only
J.A Sharp Custom Jeweler | 322 N Queen St. | Custom and handcrafted jewelry
Larkstone | 213 W King St. | Clothing, accessories, and travel gear
Zanzibar Romancing Your Senses | 21 W King St. | Specialty boutique of uncommon goods

Home Décor & Art Galleries

AK Interiors | 246 W Orange St. | Interior design with home décor boutique
Art & Glassworks | 319 N Queen St. | All handmade glass art, pottery, jewelry, and more
Central Market Flowers on Queen | 258 N Queen St. | Fresh hand-tied bouquets and plants
Details | 30 N. Queen St. | Unique home goods and gifts
Drøm | 305 N Queen St. | Scandinavian gifts and décor
EsoArts | 317 N Queen St. | Gallery & boutique featuring over 60 local artists
Frieman Stoltzfus Gallery | 142 N Prince St. | Original paintings, canvas prints, and ornaments
Friendship Heart Gallery & Studio | 118 N Water St. #101| Creative arts studio for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Gallery Grow Plant Bar | 320 N Queen St. | Plant shop and terrarium building
Lancaster Art Vault | 100 N Queen St. | All medians art gallery
Penn Stone | 190 W Ross St. | Outdoor furniture, masonry, and hardscaping
Red Raven Art Company | 138 N Prince St. | A diverse collection of artists’ prints
The Framing Concept | 328 N. Queen St. | Framing for your new artwork
Ville & Rue | 8 W King St., Ste 816 | Home design and décor

Gifts, Books, & Oddities

A Day in the Life Records | 24A W Walnut St. | New & used Vinyl records, CDs, and books
The BeadWorks | 52 N Queen St. | Bead shop and open studio
CI Records & Skates | 112 W Orange St. | Vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, and accessories
Curio. Gallery & Creative Supply | 106 W Chestnut St. | Art supplies and books
Dreaming Human | 154 N Prince St. | Vinyl records, art, and other oddities
Ellicott & Co. | 45 N Market St. | Uncommon quality goods
Ellister’s Elixers | 332 N Queen St. | Organic, plant-based wellness products
Farbo Co. | 9 W Grant St. | Board games, role-playing games, figurines, and more
The Gem Den | 50 N Queen St. | Specialty shop focusing on rocks, crystals, and minerals
Happy Happy Joy Joy | 157 East King St. | Find eclectic gifts that showcase your personality
Lancaster Troll Market | 44 N Queen St. | Retail, resale, and consignment store catering to the nerd subculture
Lucky on Queen | 342 N Queen St. | Lancaster souvenirs and gifts
Mad Cap & Co. | 310 N Queen St. | Funky gifts and specialties
Nooks | 112 N Prince St. | Independent bookstore
Pocket Books Shop | 903 Wheatland Ave. | Eclectic feminist bookstore
Read Rose Books | 23 N Prince St. | Bookstore featuring new and used books as well as local art
Stan's Record Bar | 48 N Prince St. | Record store established in 1946

Food & Drink Gifts

Bistro Barbaret & Bakery | 26 E King St. | French bakery and bistro
La Dolce Vita Courthouse Bakery | 9 N Duke St. | Italian bakery and café
Lancaster Central Market | 23 N Market St. | Farmer's market with over 50 stands
Lancaster County Coffee Roasters | 747 E Ross St. | Coffee shop with unique blends.
Lancaster Cupcake | 24 W Orange St. | Gourmet cupcake shop
Lancaster Gift Box | 317 N Queen St. | Hand-picked Lancaster-made goods
Lancaster Pie & Coffee | 136 N Prince St. | Homemade pies and fresh coffee
Lancaster Pickle Company | 318 N Queen St. | Pickles, pickle merch, and local snacks
Lancaster Sweet Shoppe | 141 N Duke St. | Stroopies, chocolates, and gifts
Lemon Street Market | 241 W Lemon St. | Independent grocery store open 7 days a week
Passenger Coffee & Tea | 7 W King St. | Coffees, teas, and merchandise
Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom | 36 W King St. | All things olive oil and spices
Sweetish | 301 N Queen St. | Swedish candy and other Scandinavian goods
Square One Coffee Roasters | 145 N Duke St. | Micro-roaster with coffees, teas, and more
The Snack Stand | 50 N Queen St. | International snack and candy shop
The Spice & Tea Exchange | 20 W Orange St. | Gourmet spices, teas, and sugars
Vintage Candy Shop | 38 W King St. | Old fashioned and novelty candies

Holiday shopping in Lancaster.

Credit: Matthew Tennison

Vintage & Thrift Stores

Basura | 106 E King St. | Funky cool thrift boutique
BUiLDiNG CHARACTER | 342 N Queen St., Rear | Warehouse of vintage, recycled, and handmade goods
Prism Thrift | 101 N Queen St. | LGBTQ+ owned vintage clothing
Redeux Vintage | 323 N Queen St. | Curated vintage apparel and home décor
Space | 24 W Walnut St. | Vintage and mid-century modern furniture

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Kaitlyn•

Partnership Coordinator

Born and raised in Lancaster County, Kaitlyn has a lifelong appreciation for its diverse offerings. Currently residing in Ephrata, she's lived throughout the county and experienced its many facets. For Kaitlyn, Lancaster's charm lies in its "little bit of everything" – rich history, impressive arts, amazing food, and outdoor adventures, making it a truly enjoyable place to live. She encourages visitors to step outside their comfort zones and explore Lancaster's amazing and diverse food scene by trying a new restaurant. Always seeking new ways to keep busy, Kaitlyn's current hobbies include gaming, knitting, playing guitar, and cultivating her green thumb.

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