San Francisco Shopping

Best Shopping Tips in San Francisco!

Do you want to explore the shopping scene in San Francisco? Our local guide has the best tips! Local outlets, vintage stores, local clothing designs, local markets and halls, and the main shopping streets. Truly spotted by San Francisco locals.

Spotted by Locals
The Carousel San Francisco

The Carousel – A Childhood Fantasy Come True

By: Kathleen Messmer
William Stout Books San Francisco

William Stout Books – Architecture & design

By: Byron Beach
Green Apple Books San Francisco

Green Apple Books – Get lost in a real book store

By: Byron Beach
Balloon Alley San Francisco

Balloon Alley – Interactive murals

By: Kathleen Messmer
Mollusk Surf Shop San Francisco

Mollusk Surf Shop – Surfer vibes and fun apparel

By: Brooke Ekdahl
Foggy Notion San Francisco

Foggy Notion – Find your vibe here

By: Brooke Ekdahl
Tantrum San Francisco

Tantrum – Darling shop for kids

By: Brooke Ekdahl
Park Life San Francisco

Park Life – Fun gallery and unique store

By: Brooke Ekdahl
The Sword and the Rose San Francisco

The Sword and the Rose – Metaphysical supply shop

By: Marcus D'Avignon
Amoeba Music San Francisco

Amoeba Music – A favorite hangout

By: Kathleen Messmer
Haight Street Market San Francisco

Haight Street Market – Iconic neighborhood market

By: Marcus D'Avignon
Held Over San Francisco

Held Over – Vintage clothing

By: Marcus D'Avignon
Ferry Building San Francisco

Ferry Building – San Francisco’s marketplace

By: Marcus D'Avignon
Ocean Aquarium San Francisco

Ocean Aquarium – Hidden fish store

By: Marcus D'Avignon
Succulence San Francisco

Succulence – A hipster’s paradise

By: Sasha Sommer
Downtown City Farmers Market San Francisco

Downtown City Farmers Market – Seasonal delights

By: Nadine Johnson
Folio Books San Francisco

Folio Books – A shop around the corner

By: Stefanie Boltz

Our Local Spotters in San Francisco

Our handpicked locals live & love in San Francisco and speak the local language.

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    Brooke

    I work for a non-profit that supports the Golden Gate National Parks here in San Francisco!
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    Byron

    I've lived in SF for 30+ years with my charming husband and a series of cats...
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    Stefanie

    San Francisco combines the trappings of urban life: food, art, and music with true natural beauty.
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    Sasha

    Donut enthusiast. San Francisco is filled with a lot of love, and it’s the best place to be alive.
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    Kathleen

    There is a never-ending stream of things to do & see and experiences to have in San Francisco.
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    Marcus

    I'm a SF native & a guitarist. My city has a global role and an inspiring mentality...
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    Nadine

    My city has both a buzz and a hum. That’s me too. In San Francisco there’s no chance for stagnation.
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