9:30AM - 8PM
688 Bridgeway, Sausalito
Gift Shops
“Super cool spot with unique pieces that are very reasonably priced! I have ordered directly a few pieces since I returned home and they shipped quickly great in store and shipping experiences!”
“Small gift shop with lots of cute, curated goods! I was able to purchase some goodies for friends. They also had tiny prints each available for $1 in quarters. You can Venmo the store and they will give you quarters for the machine!”
“They have a wide range of scents and price points. Great customer service. Very relaxed but also organized. My house and the houses of my family members are now filled with their products - can't wait for the body fragrance products to come out!!!”
“Loads of product to explore. It’s a great spot to shop for gifts for yourself and others. Reminds me of items I’d find when visiting my family in Mexico. Did my Christmas shopping here this year and my loved ones were so happy with their gifts.”
“A great find in San Rafael! I was visiting the local area for the sixth time in 16 months from the east coast and I finally took time to visit this incredible store that practically doubles as a sanctuary for many belief systems. So much to choose from in a range from crystals to large lawn ornaments. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable! You can have items you find shipped to your home if you don't want to carry it home with you. What a great local gem for those in Marin county!”
“BEST SHOP in SF. You want to find something unique? A gem that will remind you of San Francisco and all the creative people that this shop attracts. I’ve been to art openings on the 2nd floor and have seen so many rad djs that spin there.”
“What a lovely little shop! Def a must-visit, must-purchase spot for anyone local or visitor. Filled with everything cat-related and nice for items you've never seen elsewhere. And I am not even a cat person!”
“Marge has retired and closed her shop. However, I spoke to her today and she confirmed that she has sold the business to her relatives.
I will always remember this charming store, and my wife has many pieces to remember it by.”
11:30AM - 6:30PM
604A Haight St, San Francisco
Gift Shops
“This place is amazing. I can't tell you enough about it to give it justice. Also the staff is also amazing.
I moved to Miami and still order their essential oils and get daily compliments on how good I smell!
If I could give more than five stars I would. I do miss going into the store as they definitely have the vibe check down.
I am a customer for Life.”
11AM - 7PM
4122 18th St, San Francisco
Gift Shops
“Cute little gift shop with a good collection of jewelry-rings, necklaces, earrings. Also have T-shirt’s, sweaters, gift cards, everything at a reasonable price.”
“If you haven't stopped into Jessica's shop on Union Street, do yourself a favor and do it soon. It's not just a great spot for beautiful and unique gifts, but the know-customers-by-name small town vibe is just fantastic.”
“The Shell Cellar at Fisherman’s Wharf is a unique and charming stop. Packed wall-to-wall with shells of all shapes and sizes, it’s fascinating to browse and feels like a little museum-shop hybrid. A fun, quirky place to explore while walking around the Wharf.”
“Please support this wonderful store and the family: Connie and her children as they grieve sudden passing of Ricardo- the store’s owner and a loving husband and dad. Ricardo will remain San Francisco’s legend. He was really a great person, giving generously his time and his heart to the community: whether by doing danza Azteca shows, helping public school fundraiser dressed up as a luchador or taking my son as a guest to a powwow of Bay Area Native Americans. What a tragic loss! I hope we all make sure that the store keeps providing livelihood to Ricardo’s loved ones.”
9:30AM - 5:15PM
100 34th Avenue, San Francisco
Gift Shops
“I was exhausted and in pain after a long walk from Parnassus so the let me use a wheel chair. The Etruscan exhibit is exceptional. It lays bare the claims by a number of archaeologists regarding “inventions” by Greece or Rome that, in fact, were borrowed from the Etruscans. This museum should not be overshadowed in your trip to San Francisco!”
10AM - 10PM
39 Pier, Suite 253, San Francisco
Gift Shops
“There are so many cool facets about this store and it was very hard for me to leave! I felt very welcomed as i viewed everything in the store and it was just so nice in there”
10AM - 8PM
14 Bolinas Rd, Fairfax
Gift Shops
“Revolution 9 is such a cute shop! I stopped by yesterday for the first time in about ten years. It was nice to see how very little had changed in all the ways that matter. Going down the list: Attentive customer service? Check. Excellent selection of fun, nerdy, and political gifts? Check, check, and check! If you have Star Wars, Tolkien, Harry Potter, or Studio Ghibli fans in your life, Revolution 9 is a great place to shop for gifts. I got my fiancé a funny "Greetings from Tatooine" postcard and found a My Neighbor Totoro insulated lunch bag for myself. I love the friendly and welcoming vibes here and will be sure to wait less than ten years for my next visit.”
“I stopped in while looking for a mahjong table and was pleasantly surprised to find exactly what I needed here. Service was quick and straightforward, and the owner was incredibly kind and helpful throughout the process. English was not their strong suit, but it honestly did not matter at all. Communication was easy, and the service spoke for itself. The table itself was a little overpriced, but for the sake of not having to pay for shipping, I thought it was worth it.
The shop is located on Grant Avenue among a lot of the more tourist-focused stores, so it would be easy to walk past without realizing what is inside. That said, once you step in, it becomes clear this place carries a lot of authentic goods and is not just another souvenir stop. The selection feels genuine and practical, especially if you are looking for traditional items rather than novelty gifts.
Overall, a great experience and a reminder that some of the best spots are the most unassuming. If you are in Chinatown and looking for something specific or traditional, this is absolutely worth a stop.”
“Underrated crystal store! I went to 5 other crystal stores before this one and this was the best choice in my opinion. It’s off the beaten path and a lot quieter, which allowed me to focus better on my crystal shopping. Nice employee who helped me.”
“My absolute go-to for the *best* selection of candles, apothecary, really affordable vintage goods, basically anytime I need a gift for a friend (or myself!) Foggy always comes through. Their staff is consistently so kind and helpful, and just genuinely cool and community-oriented. Can’t recommend highly enough!”
“I love this little shop. Every time I walk past, there’s something new a funny postcard, an artist-made mug, a rad hoodie. It’s not just the stuff they sell, but the vibe: very laid-back, welcoming, colorful. Came out with more than I planned, but zero regrets.”
“I love 3 Pillars. It is a mecca of cute, creative, artistic items such as tshirts, hoodies, totes, stickers and more. There is also great artwork. Everything is representative of S.F. and the Asian influence in the City. I want to own and/or gift everything I see in this shop. I love stopping by here when in Japantown and I never leave empty handed. The owners are so friendly and helpful. This is a must shop!”
“Got 2 basket planters here for $22 each that was perfect for my large plants. They did not have a large selection of plastic grow pots or drainage trays (minus 1 star), but nice pots and very kind attendant. Also had a good selection of basket planters that were handwoven but a little out of budget for me.
Really cool store and had more designer planters than other shops in SF”
“The shop owners are amazing and really really friendly! I have weird tastes in jade and was able to custom design every single one of my ten pieces at a really good price! The shop owner was super patient and showed me a lot of options for ping an kou from many different regions
The selection they have is absolutely amazing in scope, quality, and their love of jade really shows!
I took a huge hike and took a bunch of photos of them since they’re all stunning in the sunlight!
See you again soon!”
“Such a lovely store.
Great curation, quality pieces.
The herbal theme is so soothing and wholesome.
I wanted to buy almost everything!”
“This is one of my favorite shops in the city! Everything is perfectly curated by the owners, who are so welcoming and have the best vibe. Always have to pop by whenever I’m walking on union street just to see what’s new.”
“I can't believe this shop is still open! I thought it closed down several years ago! I used to make my mom take me here for my birthday every year in HS because they had great Paul Frank and. Emily the Strange items! So many good memories.”
“This was an amazing store with fossils, minerals, plants and taxidermy and more. And it was way cheaper than most other mineral stores I have been to. Such a great place and the employees there were awesome! I will definitely be going back with more money!”
11AM - 6PM
1350 4th Street, San Rafael
Gift Shops
“This shop is absolutely amazing and I can not wait to go back. The owners are incredible and dedicated to making the community more peaceful/kind. I need to invest in some of their stones. I absolutely recommend this shop. They also have beautiful clothing, jewelry and great gift options!”
“Love Open Editions... As a local maker, they are one of the best companies to work with and support local makers within the community. Awesome Store with the best selection of artist designed goods anywhere in SF.”
“The nicest man in the world owns this store.
We were visiting from South Carolina and this wonderful man gifted my wife some children's books for her elementary school students when he found out she was an educator. His wife is a talented author and her books are amazing.
The store had so many cool items and trinkets that were fairly priced. If there is anything you need from your visit to Sausalito this is a must stop.”