San Diego · 51 places · 11 districts
Gift and Specialty Shops in San Diego.
All 51 gift and specialty shops we cover in San Diego, from Ocean Beach, Coronado and North Park, on one map with addresses, hours and directions.
All 51
Gift and Specialty Shops, district by district.
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Surf brand's own shop on Girard Ave with beach and surf apparel and accessories for adults and kids, a block from Warwick's.
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Prospect St store for the Brazilian brand that has made rubber flip-flops since 1962, stocking its flip-flops and beach-style sandals.
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Small boutique in the Village center on Prospect St selling hats, sweatshirts and other casual apparel, a quick stop for La Jolla souvenirs.
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The original location of the local craft beer shop, with hard-to-find bottles and cans plus wine, cider, spirits and kombucha, and a tasting room for drinking on site.
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Unworn vintage frames from the 1960s to 2000s, 500+ in stock from Dior, Cazal and YSL, with same-day lens cutting in its own lab and eye exams by an independent optometrist.
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Mexican folk art and gift shop with handmade jewelry, textiles, handbags, art, home decor and a large Día de Muertos selection; sister shop Casa y Cocina is around the corner.
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Self-care shop and botánica with candles, palo santo, crystals, Día de Muertos ofrenda decor, Dilo and Nopalera body products, Talavera pieces and Mexican-made home goods.
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Gift shop for cats and cat lovers: apparel, pins, mugs, stationery, art prints, books and puzzles, plus toys, treats and beds for the cats themselves.
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Camera store selling Canon, Nikon and Sony bodies, lenses, film, lighting and tripods, with rentals, repairs, photo printing and classes; stores carry more than the website.
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Optical shop at the Harbor Dr end of Fifth Ave with an on-site lens lab working with Zeiss, Shamir and Hoya, so glasses come back faster than outsourced orders.
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Sock and accessories shop with bold novelty socks for adults and kids, sharing the 363 Fifth Ave building with Agora Galleries and The Wine Bank.
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Neighborhood pet store with premium dog and cat food, treats, chews and grooming supplies, a practical stop for downtown residents and dog-walking visitors.
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Cigar shop and lounge offering hand-rolled and premium cigars, with wines and microbrews poured for smoking on site.
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Weekend outdoor market of local artisans selling clothing, accessories, pet items, art and wellness goods, run by Community Crops with the Gaslamp Quarter Association.
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Museum shop inside the Coronado Historical Association selling historic photos and prints, posters, ornaments, cards of Coronado landmarks, local-history books, military items and local artists' work.
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Shop for imported French goods on the upper end of Orange Ave toward the Hotel del Coronado, with French fragrance among its stock; listed by the Coronado Chamber under retail.
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Bike shop on Orange Ave that sells and rents bicycles, including Electra electric bikes; a practical way to cover Coronado's flat streets between shops and the beach.
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Long-running souvenir and clothing shop at the Coronado Ferry Landing, steps from the San Diego Bay Ferry dock at the foot of the island's shopping district.
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Hat shop on the 900 block of Orange Ave, between the Ferry Landing end of the street and the Hotel del Coronado, listed by the Coronado Chamber of Commerce under retail shopping.
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Nostalgic keepsakes and one-of-a-kind gifts. One of the specialty shops inside the Hotel del Coronado.
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Luggage and leather goods for travel. One of the specialty shops inside the Hotel del Coronado.
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The hotel's own collection of apparel and gifts. One of the specialty shops inside the Hotel del Coronado.
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Surf and skate shop selling longboards, shortboards, cruisers, wetsuits and boardshorts, with board rentals; it is the base of the Ocean Experience Surf School, founded in 1990.
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Independently owned surf and skate shop next door to South Coast Wahines, carrying surf, skate and apparel with a young staff who know the local breaks and parks.
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Long-running Newport Ave shop half a block from the ocean, part smoke shop and part boutique, with clothing including vintage, jewelry, candles, incense, housewares and gifts.
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Locally owned gift shop on Voltaire St near Dog Beach selling gifts, jewelry and home goods, with a focus on local, independent and socially conscious makers.
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Official OB merchandise sold from the Ocean Beach MainStreet office: seagull tees, OB parrot items, local-history books, 1,000-piece Dog Beach and pier puzzles and yearly holiday ornaments.
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Family-owned bike shop on Cable St, in business more than 30 years, carrying bikes for everyone from beginners to experienced riders, a block off Newport Ave.
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Surf shop on Newport Ave near the pier end of the street, a block from the sand.
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Surf shop on the beach end of Newport Ave, paired with a surf-themed shop for babies and kids.
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Shell and beach-gift shop on Newport Ave, stocked for visitors heading to the pier.
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Ceramics and gift shop on Bacon St, just off Newport Ave.
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Travel goods shop with luggage, backpacks, briefcases and packing organizers from Briggs & Riley, Tumi, Bellroy, Peak Design and Osprey, plus luggage repair and leather personalization.
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Large hat store stocking fedoras, western hats, berets, beanies and caps for men, women and kids, including Stetson, Kangol and Jaxon Hats.
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Small University Ave shop mixing vintage finds with gifts, next door to Footnote Books on the eastern end of the strip toward Park Blvd.
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Independent eyewear shop selling sunglasses and prescription frames in the Hub shopping center, with sister stores in Encinitas and Rancho Santa Fe.
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Pet shop and grooming salon selling organic and natural dog food, shampoos, toys and the same products its groomers use, open seven days a week.
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Shop of handmade, artisan and vintage goods from more than 150 San Diego brands and small businesses, a good stop for locally made gifts in one room.
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Yarn shop open since 2017 with natural-fiber yarns, knitting and crochet supplies, and classes for all skill levels; open late on the first Friday of each month.
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Tea shop next to the Public Market selling whole-leaf specialty teas, teaware and gifts, with a tea bar for freshly brewed cups, tea flights and tastings.
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Drop-in pottery-painting and candle-making studio that also does mosaics, succulent fairy gardens and canvas painting; no studio fee, you pay only for the pieces.
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Hat specialist with fedoras, bowlers, caps, cowboy and novelty styles, custom embroidery and hat-care supplies, backed by a large online catalog.
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Flag shop covering countries, states, NFL and NCAA teams, auto racing, military and holidays, plus decals, pins and printed tees.
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Animal-themed gift shop with plush toys, figurines, frames, jewelry and home and wall decor, popular with kids and wildlife fans.
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Sock-only shop with novelty, team and university designs, plus pairs themed for animal lovers, musicians, hunters and most other hobbies.
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Shop given over entirely to magnets, with fridge magnets on nearly any theme, from San Diego scenes to jokes and pop culture.
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Lower-level store near Cartier with the full product lineup, a Genius Bar for repairs, free workshops and help setting up new devices.
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Showroom in Suite 367 where you can configure and order a Porsche with a specialist, book service or trade-ins, and shop Porsche Design merchandise.
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Newly opened shop for the global eyewear brand known for trend-setting sunglasses and optical frames, new designs each year and distinctive store spaces.
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Apple store with Apple's product lineup and accessories to try and buy, plus in-store support; listed at the center's 4305 La Jolla Village Dr address.
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Local boardshop in business for 30 years, selling surf, skate and beach apparel, accessories and equipment, with a focus on service both in the store and online.
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Questions, answered.
Where is the best area for gift and specialty shops in San Diego?
Ocean Beach has the most, with 10, followed by Coronado (8) and North Park (5). Each district page has the full store list with hours and directions.
How many gift and specialty shops does this guide cover?
51, across 11 districts. Every listing has its address and hours and links to the store's own site.
Are these listings kept up to date?
Yes. Every store is re-checked against its own site, brand locator or mall directory at least every six months, and closed stores come off the list.
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Guides that name these shops.
North Park on Foot: Ray Street, 30th Street and University Avenue
A walking route through North Park: the Ray St block of makers and Mexican folk art, vintage and books on 30th St, and the shops along University Ave, with the city garage that makes it easy.
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Read guide →Shopping Near UC San Diego: Price Center, Westfield UTC and La Jolla
A guide to shopping around UC San Diego: the Bookstore in Price Center, groceries and errands at The Shops at La Jolla Village, Westfield UTC one trolley stop away, and La Jolla Village for gifts and dinner with parents.
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