Best Shopping in Savannah, Georgia: From Broughton Street to Local Boutiques

Savannah's shopping scene is as distinctive as the city itself — a mix of independent boutiques, antique shops, art galleries, and local makers that reflects the city's creative character. The main shopping corridor is Broughton Street, but the best discoveries often happen in the smaller shops tucked into the Historic District's side streets.

Here's where to shop in Savannah.

Broughton Street is Savannah's main commercial corridor, running east-west through the heart of the Historic District. It has undergone significant revitalization in recent years and now offers a mix of national retailers, local boutiques, restaurants, and galleries.

What you'll find: Clothing boutiques, shoe stores, home goods shops, jewelry stores, and several excellent restaurants and coffee shops. The street is pleasant to walk — wide sidewalks, historic storefronts, and a lively atmosphere.

Don't miss: The Savannah Bee Company flagship store on Broughton Street is a must-visit — they produce exceptional honey and beeswax products and offer tastings in the store. The flagship location is beautiful and the products make excellent gifts.

On Broughton Street, the Paris Market is one of Savannah's most beloved shops — a beautifully curated collection of antiques, home goods, jewelry, and curiosities sourced from France and around the world. The store smells of lavender and old wood, and every corner holds something unexpected.

The Paris Market is as much an experience as a shop. Even if you don't buy anything, it's worth spending 30 minutes exploring. The gift selection is excellent — particularly the French-inspired home goods and the carefully chosen jewelry.

Savannah has a thriving antique scene, with shops concentrated in the Historic District and along the streets surrounding the squares.

Alex Raskin Antiques — Located in the Noble Hardee Mansion on Monterey Square, Alex Raskin Antiques occupies a stunning historic building and sells high-quality American and European antiques. The building itself is worth seeing — it's one of the most beautiful antique shops in the South.

Picker Joe's Antique Mall — A large multi-dealer antique mall on Abercorn Street with an eclectic mix of furniture, art, jewelry, and collectibles. Good for browsing and finding unexpected treasures.

Savannah Antique Market — A well-curated selection of American antiques and vintage items, with knowledgeable dealers who can help you find what you're looking for.

Savannah has a vibrant art scene, driven in part by the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), which has a significant presence in the city. The result is an unusually high concentration of galleries for a city of Savannah's size.

SCAD Museum of Art — The Savannah College of Art and Design's museum on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is one of the best contemporary art museums in the Southeast. The building itself — a restored 19th-century railroad depot — is architecturally stunning. Free admission for SCAD students; admission fee for the public.

Gallery Espresso — A coffee shop and gallery on Bull Street that has been supporting local artists for decades. The rotating exhibitions feature work by Savannah artists and SCAD students.

Sulfur Studios — A cooperative gallery and studio space in the Starland District featuring work by local artists. A good place to find original art at accessible prices.

Savannah Bee Company — Already mentioned above, but worth emphasizing: the honey and beeswax products here are exceptional. The tupelo honey is particularly prized. Multiple locations in Savannah.

ShopSCAD — The Savannah College of Art and Design's retail store on Bull Street sells work by SCAD students and alumni — jewelry, ceramics, prints, textiles, and more. Everything is original and the quality is high. One of the best places in Savannah to find a unique, locally made gift.

Graveface Records & Curiosities — A wonderfully eccentric shop on Broughton Street selling vinyl records, vintage toys, horror memorabilia, and oddities. Not for everyone, but a genuine Savannah original.

Byrd Cookie Company — Savannah's beloved cookie company has been making benne wafers and other Southern treats since 1924. The Broughton Street store is the best place to stock up on their products — they make excellent gifts and the benne wafers are genuinely addictive.

River Street has a concentration of souvenir shops, candy stores, and gift shops aimed at tourists. The quality varies, but there are some genuine finds among the kitsch.

River Street Sweets — Famous for their pralines, made fresh in the store. The pralines are legitimately excellent — buttery, sweet, and packed with pecans. Watch them being made through the window and buy a bag to take home.

Savannah's Candy Kitchen — Another River Street institution, with a wide selection of Southern sweets, pralines, and fudge. The samples are generous and the staff are friendly.

The Starland District, south of Forsyth Park, has a growing number of independent shops and boutiques with a more local, less tourist-oriented character.

Foxy Loxy — Primarily a café, but the attached print shop sells beautiful letterpress prints, cards, and gifts. A lovely stop for design-minded shoppers.

Various vintage and consignment shops — The Starland District has several vintage clothing and furniture shops that are worth exploring if you have time.

Support local: Savannah has an exceptional concentration of independent shops and local makers. Prioritize them over the chain stores — you'll find more interesting products and your money stays in the community.

Shipping: Many of the antique and gallery shops can arrange shipping for larger purchases. Ask before you assume you can't take something home.

Timing: Broughton Street is busiest on weekend afternoons. For a more relaxed shopping experience, visit on a weekday morning.

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