San Francisco, California–the city with the famed Golden Gate Bridge is and where the Tanner family lived in on Full House! In fact, San Francisco is the city where many many famous movies were shot like The Princess Diaries, The Parent Trap and even Basic Instinct. Needless to say, there is so much to do in San Francisco. You can visit the tourist attractions, head to Fisherman’s Wharf to see the souvenir shops, and enjoy the stall food or relax by Pier 39. But the one thing that you must do when you’re visiting San Francisco is shop! No, I don’t mean those ‘I love San Francisco’ T-shirts–I mean shopping like the locals. If you’re shopping in San Francisco, then these are the places worth seeing. Here are some of the best shopping spots in San Francisco, California.
1. Ashbury Street
Ashbury Street is the most happening street in San Francisco, with funky coloured houses and a really chill vibe. If you want to check out some upscale local boutiques or maybe buy some vintage clothes, this is the place to go! Head over to Goorin Bros for some really cool and authentic Victorian looking accessories. With many eateries, cute little cafes, and local restaurants this is a great place to shop, eat, and shop some more. Just enjoy a relaxing day strolling and shopping along Ashbury Street.
Ashbury Street
Address: Ashbury Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
2. Chestnut Street
If you want to buy some trendy clothes, then you have to head to Chestnut Street. This place is hustling and bustling with people catching up over coffee, walking around with shopping bags, and eating a meal. There are many eyewear stores, health and beauty stores and salons, jewellery stores, and footwear stores all along Chestnut Street. There are some great boutiques and one-off stores that you must check out!
Chestnut Street
Address: Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
3. Mission District
Mission District is one of the most extravagant neighbourhoods in San Francisco. If this is your first time visiting, I highly recommend going to Mission District. There are some really nice local boutiques and cafes. But my personal favourite is the Dandelion Chocolate factory – while you’re shopping, why not go chocolate shopping in San Francisco? And don’t forget to check out The Voyager Shop to buy some really minimalistic and chic clothing.
Mission District
Address: Mission District, San Francisco, CA, USA
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4. Union Square
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Are you looking for high-end shopping areas in San Francisco? Union Square is the place for high-end luxury shopping in San Francisco. This place has stores like Barneys, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and more – so you know this is where the money is at! If you want to check out all the branded runway items, then you need to head to Union Square and if you’re lucky you might even find some great deals.
Union Square
Address: Union Square, San Francisco, CA, USA
Website: Union Square
5. Fillmore Street
Shop till you drop at Fillmore Street! This is a pretty long street with many local boutiques, one-of-a-kind shops, and some really good clothes. If you want to dress like a San Francisco local, then this is the place to start shopping! All the clothes are so chic yet so simple, so practical yet so fancy, so unique yet so you. Fillmore Street has some of the best luxury boutiques in the city, and you should definitely visit them all! Make sure to check out HeidiSays Collections for some really beautiful stuff.
Fillmore Street
Address: Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Website: Fillmore Street
6. Sacramento Street
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Think of Sacramento Street as this cute little district in itself with unique boutiques, cute and quirky cafes, and a really happy vibe going all around. Sacramento Street has everything you could possibly need – from jewellery shops to eyewear shops, from home decor to pet shops, from children’s shops to clothing stores. And there are some really amazing cafes and restaurants that you must check out, especially As Quoted Cafe for some gluten-free delights.
Sacramento Street
Address: Sacramento St,San Francisco, CA, USA
Website: Sacramento Street
7. Embarcadero District
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Embarcadero Center is basically a combination of five commercial office towers, two hotels, and an underground shopping centre. The shopping centre at Embarcadero Center has more than 120 shops! It is basically an underground paradise for shoppers and definitely one of the best places to go shopping in San Francisco. From small brands to international brands, you’ll find them all here!
Embarcadero Center
Address: San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
Website: Embarcadero Center
8. Chinatown
Chinatown has some of the coolest shops in all of San Francisco. But that is needless to say because every country has it’s own little Chinatown and every Chinatown is always funky! If you’re looking for good deals and great bargains, then you have to go here. From clothes and accessories to houseware and flip flops, you can get it all and more – all at a really good price. And while you’re there, don’t forget to head to a karaoke bar!
Chinatown
Address: Chinatown, San Francisco, CA, USA
9. Haight Street
The Haight Street shops are known for their hip and cool collections! You’ll come across many funky boutiques which are selling some really amazing clothes. But, the one store that you have to check out is Scents-U-All – you can make your own custom scented perfume here! If you’re out shopping in San Francisco for accessories, then check out this store called Stuf for some reasonably priced and funky stuff.
Haight Street
Address: Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
10. Hayes Valley
Think of Hayes Valley as retail heaven! This district has some of the fanciest local designers, boutiques oozing class, and styles and cuts like you’ve never seen before. If you’re looking for some really unique and classy homeware then check out Maker & Moss. You also must see the latest swimwear collections at Mara Hoffman and check out the sustainable, well-fitted, and good quality denim pieces at Convert.
Hayes Valley
Address: Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA, USA
All set for some retail therapy?
San Francisco is the place to shop to buy some really unique styles and get your hands on some never-before-seen local designs! If you ask me, all the boutiques in San Francisco are so unique, each with their own taste, style, and vibe. If I were you, I’d check them all out! Needless to say, you’re going to love shopping in San Francisco.
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