Charlottesville, Virginia
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SPECIALTY SHOPPING
Antique Malls

Antiquer's Mall 2335 Seminole Trail, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-973-3478, A full service antique mall which offers 30,000 square feet of wonderful shopping enjoyment with over 200 antique shops offering a wide range of high quality antiques, consignments, collectibles, furniture, accessories art, silver, toys, and much more. more... map


Antiques

Apropos Antiques 2125 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-6108, You will find a wide range of American and European antiques, fine art, decorative accessories, books, linen, quilts, silver, fine porcelain, tapestries, and gifts displayed on antique furnishings while at this charming shop. map

Christine Magne Antiquaire 114 Fourth Street Northeast, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-296-6819, A French antique shop which offers antique French furniture and decorative objects of the 18th and 19th centuries, including paintings and drawings. more... map

Circa 1700 Allied Street, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-295-5760, Dedicated to filling the void between junk stores and pricey antique shops, this store has a very high turnover, with lots of new stuff coming in everyday including collectibles, quality antiques, furniture, toys, and other various odds and ends. more... map

Cottage Consignments & Antiques of Charlottesville 617 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 434-293-6100, Cottage Consignments & Antiques offers an assortment of quality used furniture, antiques and home furnishings. map

DeLoach Antiques 1211 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-7209, Decorators and dealers love this antique store which is a great source for stylish and unusual decorative objects and furniture. An eclectic mix of neoclassical, French, English, American, and painted pieces are available. map

Early Time Antiques Located on Route 29, 434-985-3602, This antique store carries a great selection of 18th and 19th century American furniture, as well as some English and French furniture, silver, glass, porcelain, Staffordshire, decorative accessories, and objects d'art. map

First Street Antiques 107 North First Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-7650, A wonderful selection of 18th and 19th century American period antique pieces is available at this antique shop which also offers estate jewelry, furniture, art, objects d'art, early iron, and garden stones and objects. map

Oyster House Antiques 219 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-4757, Some of the most beautiful and sophisticated traditional antique Chinese furniture in the world is available at this antique shop where all pieces are personally selected by owner Hal Brindley during his several annual trips to the People's Republic of China. more... map

Red Fox Antiques Route 3 Box 3585, Charlottesville, VA 22044, Located in Ruckersville, 434-985-2080, Specializing in Virginia Country and primitive furniture, this antique shop also carries a wide selection of beautiful antiques, art, silver, folk art, Christmas ornaments, quilts, dolls, jewelry, Western items, and wonderful collectibles. map


Art

Art of Russell U. Richards, The 201 Second Street Northwest, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Located at McGuffey Art Center, 434-295-7973, Browse through a wide variety of unique prints, sculptures, paintings, comics, and drawings which feature unusual themes and sometimes adult content while at this artist's studio where you will also learn about his short films, films in production, and upcoming film projects. The artist also creates unique handmade plastic toy editions. more... map

Kathleen and Thomas Ashfield Galleries 1033 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22092, 434-293-2434, A wonderful gallery which carries items such as blown glass, carved wooden items, pottery, fiber art, and jewelry, as well as an array of women's upscale clothing. map

Signet Gallery 212 Fifth Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-296-6463, According to the New York Times, this gallery is "where craft's becomes art." Items available include jewelry, clothing, ceramics, wood, glass, and leather. more... map

Vivian"s 301 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-8908, Over 130 artists are represented, with half being from the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area, while at this shop that carries a wide variety of artwork and handcrafted items such as clothing, hats, purses, jewelry, pottery, glass, wood, and other collectible items. map


Books

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Barnes & Noble Booksellers 1035 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-984-0461, This well known book store offers a great variety of new books and their stores and the various local events are designed to bring communities together to promote reading and learning. more... map

Hiner's Christian Bookstore 1442 Seminole Trail, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-973-5781, Family owned and operated, this bookstore has served the Charlottesville and UVA community for several years and they offer a variety of quality Christian books and church supplies. such as Bibles, music, gifts, and liturgical vestments. map

New Dominion Bookshop 404 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-2552, Special orders are welcomed at this general bookstore which offers books on art, architecture, children's, gardening, travel, fiction, nonfiction, reference, and books on tape. map

Quest Bookshop 619 Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-3377, Serving Charlottesville and people from around the world for two decades, this bookstore offers a high quality selection of books, tapes, and cards for those who are seeking self-awareness and spiritual wisdom. map


Books, Used

Avocado Pit, The 310 East Market Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-817-0010, Collectible used books can be found at this bookstore that carries book in just about every genre including children's books, fiction, nonfiction, mystery, Civil War, and hunting. more... map

Blue Whale Books 112 Fourth Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-296-4646, A used and rare bookstore capable of accommodating both the scholarly and the curious which carries a stock of about 25,000 volumes in most subjects. Their general slant is towards scholarly books, with particular emphasis on art and architecture. map

Book Cellar 316 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-7787, Highly discounted used, paper, hardcover, remainders, and rare books are featured at this bookstore which carries books on Civil War, Thomas Jefferson, Virginia, mysteries, fiction, and more. more... map

Daedalus Bookshop 123 Fourth Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-293-7595, Three floors of out-of-print books await you at this store which the Washington Post described as "a three-story temple of secondhand lit, a bibliophile's church tucked away on a curling side street."  map

Read It Again, Sam 214 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-9844, A general used bookstore which offers a whole wall of mystery books, as well as thousands of used and rare books. map


Cigar Shops

Tobacconist & Gift 214 Zan Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-973-9065, An Aficionado retailer, this cigar and tobacco shop offers only the best fine handmade cigars and tobacco products, as well as a wide variety of tobacco accessories. more... map


Clothing

Lynne Goldman Studio Located at Barracks Road Shopping Center, 434-977-9644, An exclusive gallery which features international designers of fine artistic jewelry, distinctive gifts, and up- to-date fashion accessories, all set in a most unique shopping environment. map


Collegiate & Pro Team Mdse.

University of Virginia Bookstore P.O. Box 400820, Charlottesville, VA 22904, Located at The University of Virginia, 434-924-3721, Books ranging from biographies and bestsellers to fiction and physic, as well as cookbooks and classics, can be found at this collegiate bookstore which also offers a wide range of clothing and gift items.  more... map


Furniture

Stedman House 201 East High Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-0671, This furniture company offers brand name furnishings, as well as antique and English reproductions, and they also offer interior design services. map


Gift

Chimney Corner 1107-A Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-295-1044, A wide variety of gifts and collectibles is available at this store that offers items such as china, crystal and flatware, beautiful home accessories, lamps, lampshades, table linens, and name brand collectibles by Department 56, Herend, Waterford, Lladro, Byers' Choice Carolers, Swarovski, Crystal Figurines, Nutcrackers, Snowbabies, and Boyd Bears.  more... map

Mole Hole 320 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-293-2125, A charming experience with excellent service awaits you at this store which offers a most interesting array of fine gifts in all price ranges. Limoges, Swarovski, Wee Forest Folk, and Harmony Kingdom are just some of the lines you will find at this store. map

O'Suzannah 108 Second Street Northwest, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-7467, Gifts and accessories for both you and your home. map


Gift Baskets

Bells & Whistles 508 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-244-5814, Specializing in custom gift baskets, this store offers beautifully designed baskets filled with delightful, unique, and delicious goodies and gifts. map


Gifts - Regional Products & Crafts

Virginia Company 1047-B Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-0080, Situated in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, this store offers the finest products and gifts that reflect all that Virginia has to offer. A wide variety of delicious Virginia peanuts and peanut products, such as peanut brittle and mixed nuts, are available, as well as an excellent assortment of famous Virginia hams, souvenirs, cookbooks, home accents, and holiday gifts. map


Gourmet Foods & Sweets

Feast! 416 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 434-244-7800, This unique gourmet food store offers a wide range of cheeses, cured meats, and Virginia foods, as well as excellent made-to-order sandwiches and custom gift baskets. more... map

Foods Of All Nations 2121 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 434-296-6131, We built a business of selling imported and high quality foods some 50 years ago and have established a reputation of being a successful and unique provider of foods not offered by any other retailer.  more... map

Kluge Estate Farm Shop 3550 Blenheim Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Located at Kluge Estate Winery, 434-984-4855, This wonderful shop offers the Kluge Estate's very own fine wines, as well as delectable foods made from Virginia's finest agricultural produce and products, gifts, wine accessories, artisanal cheeses, topiaries, herbs, and books. Meals are also available for take out or to enjoy dining al fresco on the grounds.  more... map


Home & Decorative Accessories

Casual Deck & Patio 434-990-5796, Outdoor accessory store that carries deck and patio furniture, specializing in items that are made in America. Products include chairs, tables, lounge chairs, hammocks, umbrellas and garden decor items such as birdhouses, bird feeders, outdoor speakers, outdoor lighting and garden benches.  more... map

Plow & Hearth 1107 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-3707, Products which reflect and embody the spirit and values of country living can be found at this wonderful store that offers essentials for the home, hearth, yard, and garden. more... map

Sun Bow Trading Company 401 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-293-8821, Relax with a cup of Middle Eastern tea and view original and beautiful tribal rugs, Oriental rugs, kilims, carpets, bags, pillows, and interesting artifacts personally acquired in the Middle East while at this store which provides a unique shopping experience. map


Jewelry

Treasures Through Time 119 1/2 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-9172, This charming shop carries a wide variety of gold and silver coins, Confederate & U.S. currency, estate, gold, platinum and silver jewlery, sterling silver, diamonds, and stamps. Located on the historic downtown mall. more... map


Music

Charlottesville Piano Company 634 Rio Road West, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-296-8886, Piano dealer, mover, tuner, rebuilder and retailer of new and used pianos.  more... map


Resale & Consignment

Consignment House Unlimited 121 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-5527, Anything needed for a fine home can be found at this unique resale shop which offers items such as quality, previously owned furnishings, silver, crystal, and china. map

Cottage Consignments & Antiques 617 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 434-293-6100, This consignment shop specializes in antiques, quality used furniture, and decorative accessories and they are open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. map

Eternal Attic 2125 Ivy Road, Suite 5B, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-2667, Consignment furniture, as well as home decorative items such as silver, china, jewelry, crystal, lamps and accessories, can be found at this unique store. map


Shopping Area

Albemarle Square Shopping Center Located on Rio Road, 434-977-1783, This shopping center is home to stores such as Circuit City, Northside Library, the Great Frame Up, Plan 9, Batteries Plus, and Outback Steakhouse. map

Barracks Road Shopping Center Located on Barracks Road, 434-977-0100, More than 80 upscale shops, restaurants, and services, including Laura Ashley, Talbots, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Barnes & Noble, as well as regional favorites like Levy's, Padow's Deli, Plow & Hearth, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, Beecroft and Bull, and The Virginia Company, can be found at this very popular shopping center. more... map

Charlottesville Fashion Square 1600 Rio Road East, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-973-9331, Stores such as Belk, Ann Taylor, Gap, Nine West, The Disney Store, JCPenney, Sears, American Eagle Outfitters, Abercrombie & Fitch, J. Crew, Gymboree, Eddie Bauer, and Victoria's Secret, as well as over 65 specialty stores, can be found at this shopping area. more... map

Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall Located in Downtown Charlottesville, 434-977-1783, A visit to Charlottesville isn't complete without a stop at this downtown mall which is one of the most beautiful and successful pedestrian malls in the nation. A vibrant collection of more than 120 shops and 30 restaurants can be found at his mall. map

City Market, The Located on Water & First Streets, 434-970-3271, A great place for farmers, gardeners, bakers, and craftspeople to sell their products to the general public, this market offers a variety of homegrown, home baked, and homemade goodies, as well as seasonal items such as handmade gifts, toys, jewelry, baked goods, greenery, wreaths, and trees. map

Hardware Store Complex 316 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-977-1518, Resembling a shop from the early 1900s, this store features a small gift shop which greets patrons upon entering. The complex also contains a jewelry store, a large bookstore is in the basement, a candy and chocolate store, and an art gallery upstairs.  map

Pantops Shopping Center 516 Pantops Shopping Center, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-971-7300, A variety of shops and services, such as video rental, groceries, hardware, haircuts, greeting cards restaurants, photo finishing, electronics, and more, can be found at this center.  more... map


Stationery

If So Inklined Calligraphy 1177 Round Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 401-207-4644, If So INKlined Calligraphy offers traditional, modern and unique professional hand calligraphy for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties and all occasions. They offer envelope addressing, place card lettering, seating scrolls, map direction card illustrations, hand calligraphy invitations, table cards, monograms, custom art, poems, certificates, real sea shell and sand dollar place cards, wedding vows and so much more. All projects and ideas are welcome. more... map


Themes

Cat House 102 Fifth Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-984-2287, Charlottesville's only boutique for cat lovers, this shop carries cat themed items such as dinnerware, pewter gifts, jewelry, T-shirts, stuffed cats, pillows and throws, patio furnishings, Christmas ornaments, paintings, and more. map

Ecco Italy 406A West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 434-825-4390, Ecco Italy offers a variety of services including Italian classes, events, trip-planning, wine-tastings, gelato and espresso. more... map

Quilts Unlimited 118 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, 434-979-0025, This shop has approximately 70 to 80 quilts hanging for easy viewing, including antique and new quilts, as well as wall and crib quilts. They also offer many collectibles and gift items. more... map

Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc. 1510 Seminole Tr., Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-973-5850, Wild Birds Unlimited is more than just a birdseed store, they are also birdlovers who can help you turn your backyard into a refuge. The knowledgeable staff will help you create a habitat for birds so that you enjoy their songs and colors while you relax in your yard.  more... map


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