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  • San Francisco Shopping


    Take San Francisco home with you! Whether you prefer designer emporiums, eclectic neighborhood specialty shops or discount outlets, San Francisco will challenge even the most experienced shopper. Finding the perfect souvenir, latest fashion or unbeatable bargain should be simple with this handy guide to the Bay Area's shopping territory.

     

    Districts & Neighborhoods
    Shopping Centers
    Outlet Shopping
    Shopping Tours
    Apparel
    Apparel - Plus Sizes
    Art Galleries
    Dancewear / Activewear
    Footwear
    Jewelry
    Levi's Jeans
    Luggage
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    Districts & Neighborhoods Back to Top

    Castro Street
    All visitors are welcome in the heart of San Francisco’s gay community. A unique variety of shops, restaurants and bars. (Between Market & 19th streets)
    Chestnut Street
    The center of the Marina District is known for a great selection of retail stores, restaurants, cafes and bars. (Between Fillmore & Divisadero streets)
    Chinatown
    Chinese specialty shops, produce and fish markets, herb pharmacies, book and art stores line the busy streets. Restaurants are also a big draw for visitors. (Grant Avenue)
    Clement Street
    Restaurants, book and record stores, Irish pubs, coffee houses and Chinese produce markets make this colorful neighborhood popular with locals & newcomers alike.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    The best selection of souvenirs is available at the Wharf's many specialty shops. Jefferson Street, Pier 39 to Polk Street.
    Haight Street
    Unique stores, restaurants, nightclubs. Vintage clothing shops offer a melange of used 60's and 70's fashions. Stanyan Street to Masonic Boulevard.
    Hayes Street
    A budding neighborhood shopping district. Galleries, furniture stores and urban clothing boutiques. Cafes and restaurants. Near the Civic Center.
    Jack London Square
    At the edge of Oakland’s waterfront is a world of fun and entertainment. Tremendous shopping and dining. Oakland (510) 814-6000
    Japan Center/Japantown
    A bit of Japan in San Francisco! Shops, restaurants and sushi bars, Japanese baths, a movie theater and hotels. Post/Buchanan 922-6776
    Mission District
    Unique shops, galleries and boutiques that reflect the cultural tradition of Mexico and Latin America. Valencia St., Mission St.
    North Beach
    An eclectic blend of boutiques, funky second-hand shops, specialty gift stores and galleries. Stop to enjoy an espresso and pastry! (Grant & Columbus Avenues)
    Sausalito
    A wonderful mix of shops and restaurants line Bridgeway Avenue in scenic Sausalito. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with views of the water and San Francisco skyline.
    24th Street
    Stroll the main street in cozy Noe Valley and find cafes, bakeries and boutiques. Easily accessible by public transportation. (Between Castro & Church streets)
    Tiburon
    Spend the day in Tiburon and view the sunny side of the Bay. Stroll the quaint shops along Main Street leading to Ark Row. For more information about Tiburon call 435-5633.
    Union Street/Cow Hollow
    On the "main street" of the Cow Hollow District, you'll find art galleries, antique stores, boutiques and fine dining. Van Ness Avenue to Steiner Street.
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    Union Square
    Within a 1/2 mile radius of the square is every major department store and specialty store imaginable. Shop ‘til’ you drop! (Powell, Geary, Post, Stockton Sts.)

    Shopping Centers Back to Top

    Anchorage Square
    Shopping, dining, lodging, sightseeing tours at the Wharf. Validated parking with purchase. Leavenworth/Beach 775-6000, anchoragesquare.com
    The Cannery
    Visit over 40 one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants located in this historic building. Leavenworth/ Jefferson 771-3112
    Embarcadero Center
    This shopping and office complex offers 120 stores and restaurants in the heart of SF's downtown waterfront district. Embarcadero/Battery 800-733-6318
    Ghirardelli Square
    The former chocolate factory is home to over 70 shops and restaurants. Be sure to stop at the sweet shop! 900 North Point/Larkin 775-5500
    Stonestown Galleria
    This marble and glass mall houses 120 specialty stores. Macy's, Nordstrom & Eddie Bauer. Two full restaurants. 19th Ave./Winston 564-8848
    Westfield San Francisco Centre
    Eight-level mall with Nordstrom, Bloomingdales & 100s of shops and restaurants. The only spiral escalator in the nation. Market/5th St. 495-5656

    Outlet Shopping Back to Top

    Gilroy Premium Outlets
    Save 25%-65% at 145 outlets: Adidas, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Waterford Wedgwood, J. Jill. Hwy 101, Leavesley Road exit. (408) 842-3729
    Napa Premium Outlets
    Save 25%-65%: Barneys New York Outlet, Kenneth Cole, Liz Claiborne, Timberland, Coach, Banana Republic. Hwy 29, 1st St. exit. (707) 226-9876
    Petaluma Village Premium Outlets
    Save 25%-65%: Brooks Brothers, Off 5th-Saks Fifth Ave., Villeroy & Boch, Coach, Puma, Gap Outlet, Liz Claiborne. Hwy 101 North (707) 778-9300
    Vacaville Premium Outlets
    120 stores including Burberry, Coach, Polo, Gap, Adidas, OshKosh, Nike, J. Crew, Banana Republic. I-80 off Nut Tree Road (707) 447-5755
    Factory Outlet
    Save 40-90% every day on jewelry, handbags & apparel Sizes XS to 3X. As seen on TV’s #1 home shopping channel. Union Square, 16 Geary/Market 989-7455
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    Shopping Tours Back to Top

    Outlet Hop
    Tour and transportation provider to Napa, Petaluma, Vacaville and Gilroy Premium Outlets. Pick up at major hotels. (888) 483-5566, outlethop.com

    Apparel Back to Top

    After The Quake
    Levi’s, Paul Frank, Billabong, Roxy O’Neill, Volcom, Fox, Quiksilver. Largest selection of souvenirs, clothing at the Wharf. Jefferson/Taylor 931-3624
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    Kaplan's
    A family-owned business for 70 years. Large selection of fashion work clothes: Ben Davis, Carhartt, Dickies, Levi's, Timbuk2 bags. 1055 Market btwn. 6th/7th St. 863-3486
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    Sports Basement
    Two huge warehouse outlets featuring top brands for biking, running, fitness, triathlons and more! 610 Mason & 1590 Bryant/15th Street 437-0100
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    Apparel - Plus Sizes Back to Top

    Factory Outlet
    Save 40-90% every day on jewelry, handbags & apparel Sizes XS to 3X. As seen on TV’s #1 home shopping channel. Union Square, 16 Geary/Market 989-7455
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    Art Galleries Back to Top

    Academy of Art University Galleries
    Some of the country’s best new fine & commercial artists. 625 & 688 Sutter St.; 79 New Montgomery St.; 618-6305, www.academyart.edu.
    Liuli Gallery
    A piece of serenity amidst the city! Liuli, a glass art gallery revives ancient Chinese craftsmanship in the heart of San Francisco. 37 Yerba Buena Lane/Market, 979-9588, www.liuli.com.
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    Dancewear/Activewear Back to Top

    San Francisco Dancewear
    Largest selection of dance & activewear in San Francisco. Brand name shoes, legwear, leotards, accessories. Open daily. 659 Mission/3rd St. 882-7087
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    Footwear Back to Top

    Ecco
    Experience the comfort and quality of ECCO Shoes. The highest quality men's shoes, women's shoes, kids' shoes, golf shoes. 236 Post/Grant, 398-1714
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    Foot Worship
    The ultimate fetish footwear experience. All different styles and sizes for nighttime, every day and costume occasions. 1214 Sutter/Polk 921-FOOT
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    Sports Basement
    Two huge warehouse outlets featuring top brands for biking, running, fitness, triathlons and more! 610 Mason & 1590 Bryant/15th Street 437-0100
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    Jewelry Back to Top

    Harry Mason Designer Jewelry
    Unique and unusual jewelry at affordable prices, for pierced and non-pierced ears. Pier 39, Level 2, (M, 2), 38 Bryant/Main, Ste. 2 (800) 828-1848
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    Irish Castle Shop
    Waterford Crystal! Tweed caps, Claddagh rings, fishermen’s sweaters, Celtic jewelry, belleek, books & throws. 2 blocks from Union Square. 537 Geary/Taylor 474-7432
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    Levi's Jeans Back to Top

    After The Quake
    Levi’s, Paul Frank, Billabong, Roxy O’Neill, Volcom, Fox, Quiksilver. Largest selection of souvenirs, clothing at the Wharf. Jefferson/Taylor 931-3624
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    The Bay Company
    Featuring souvenirs, sportswear, novelties, and gifts. At Fisherman's Wharf next to the historic Hyde Street Pier. 496 Jefferson/Hyde 946-8122
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    Kaplan's
    A family-owned business for 70 years. Levi’s for less. Levi’s 501’s Shrink-to-fit jeans from $27.99. Jackets, shirts, relaxed fit. 1055 Market btwn. 6th/7th St. 863-3486
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    Safe Harbor
    Featuring souvenirs, sportswear, novelties, and gifts. At Fisherman's Wharf across the street from In N Out Burger. 360 Jefferson/Jones 946-8160
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    Luggage Back to Top

    Pier Luggage
    Great selection of luggage, briefcases, laptop bags, school bags, wallets. Brand names including Samsonite, Travelpro, Jansport, more. 282 O’Farrell/Mason 398-5511
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    Kaplan's
    A family-owned business for 70 years. Wide selection of gear: Avirex, Schott, Carhartt, Coleman, Leatherman, Maglite, knife department. 1055 Market btwn. 6th/7th St. 863-3486
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    San Francisco Harley-Davidson
    A wide variety of authentic HD apparel, shoes and collectible items. Vintage HD bikes on display. 2595 Taylor/North Point 776-7779
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    Music Back to Top

    Music Center of San Francisco
    West Coast's largest selection of sheet music. Guitars, keyboards, lessons, gifts & accessories. 207 Powell/O'Farrell 781-6023
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    Union Music Company
    SF’s largest selection of brass and woodwind instruments and orchestral strings. Sales, rentals, repairs, accessories. 1710 Market/Gough 775-6043

    Scrapbooking Back to Top

    Scrapbook Territory
    Largest store in the Bay Area! Tons of 12x12 paper, stickers, rubber stamps and much more. Just across the Bay Bridge. 1717A 4th St., Berkeley (510) 559-9929
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    Specialty Gifts/Souvenirs Back to Top

    After the Quake
    Levi’s, Paul Frank, Billabong, Roxy O’Neill, Volcom, Fox, Quiksilver. Largest selection of souvenirs, clothing at the Wharf. Jefferson/Taylor 931-3624
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    Aquarium of the Bay Store
    A gift and book store where visitors will find a wide range of one-of-a-kind sea and ocean memorabilia, books, and jewelry. PIER 39 623-5300
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    Hard Rock Cafe
    Official Hard Rock Cafe merchandise. T-shirts, sweat shirts, baseball caps and much more! PIER 39 733-7625
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    Irish Castle Shop
    Waterford Crystal! Tweed caps, Claddagh rings, fishermen’s sweaters, Celtic jewelry, belleek, books & throws. 2 blocks from Union Square. 537 Geary/Taylor 474-7432
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    Liuli Gallery
    A piece of serenity amidst the city! Liuli, a glass art gallery revives ancient Chinese craftsmanship in the heart of San Francisco. 37 Yerba Buena Lane/Market, 979-9588, www.liuli.com.
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    Only In San Francisco
    San Francisco's souvenir super store. Fleece jackets $9.99, tops and t-shirts $4.99. Great values, top quality! Located at the entrance of PIER 39. 397-0143, onlyinsanfrancisco.net.
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    Rainforest Cafe Shop®
    Unique toys, souvenir gifts and clothing reflecting the restaurant’s tropical rainforest theme. 145 Jefferson/Taylor 440-5610
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    Sporting Goods Back to Top

    Sports Basement
    Two huge warehouse outlets featuring top brands for biking, running, fitness, triathlons and more! 610 Mason & 1590 Bryant/15th Street
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    $39 Deluxe City Tour
    Buy online and save on city tours, wine country, attractions, more! Special discounts from Bay City Guide advertisers. 775-1200, www.GuideYou.com
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    Toys & Comics Back to Top

    Jeffrey’s Toys
    Don’t forget the kids! Stuffed animals, comics, crafts, dolls, games, books and more! Free gift wrap. Open Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 12-6. 685 Market/3rd St. 546-6551
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    Wine & Food Back to Top

    Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
    A San Francisco visit wouldn’t be complete without ice cream from this famous chocolate maker. Ghirardelli Square, 771-4903
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    Jelly Belly
    Visit the Jelly Belly Visitor Center and take the free factory tour. Enjoy the cafe and shopping in the gift store. Daily 9am-5pm. (800) 953-5592, www.jellybelly.com.
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    SF Yogurt
    Grand opening! Self-serve frozen yogurt. Start swirling! 79 Jefferson Street/Mason
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    Winery Collective
    Experience over 50 wines from Napa and Sonoma. Meet winemakers and get a taste of the wine country while visiting San Francisco.
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