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YOUR GUIDE TO SHOPPING IN CHARLOTTETOWN
The beauty of the landscapes, the warmth of the people, and the sense of place is infused into everything that gets made here. Whether that’s an enduring piece of pottery inspired by the coastal scenes, visual art produced by a local artisan or custom jewellery reimagined just for you, we have plenty of vibrant shops, boutiques and galleries throughout the city just brimming with great finds.
VICTORIA ROW - Featuring a cluster of patios and restaurants on this one-block pedestrian strip, you’ll quickly find yourself being drawn into its adorable shops. Don’t miss the selection of unique, locally-made treasures at Kuriosities and Crow’s Nest, Northern Watters Knitwear & Tartan Shop, Green Eye Designs, Bayberry Lane, and Details Fine Art Gallery.
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QUEEN STREET - A wide array of small boutiques and friendly shopkeepers can be found on Queen Street. Mustvisits include The Bookmark, The Cook's Edge, Courtside Sneakers, Town City, Cool as a Moose, KC Clothing, Anne of Green Gables Chocolates, Luxury Market Consignment Boutique, JEMS Boutique, The Anne of Green Gables Store, Silver & Sage, Lady Slipper, Eastwood Ave. Menswear, and The Root Cellar.
WATER STREET - Many of the shops along Water Street are owner-operated and it’s quite possible the maker/ curator is also the one behind the counter. Be sure to drop in to Moonsnail Soapworks, Garnish Jewellery, Tuck N Roll Vintage, and PEI Crafts Council Retail Gallery who all offer a variety of original products.
Independently-Owned Shops
For a small place, Charlottetown packs a major punch in the world of independently-owned retail stores. Make sure to check out these trendsetters.
JEMS BOUTIQUE – Best place for unique pieces that express your personal style
LUXURY MARKET CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE – Best boutique for funky items no one else will have
LADY SLIPPER – Best store for high quality ladieswear
EASTWOOD AVE. MENSWEAR – Best spot for Europeanmade menswear brands
SWENN – Best shop for sustainably made Canadian fashion
GREEN EYE DESIGNS – Best boutique for home decor goods, jewellery and vintage finds
ISLA CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES – Best place for the perfect outfit for any occasion
ISLAND ACTIVEWEAR – Best store for high-end activewear
DOW’S FASHIONS – The best spot for luxury men’s and ladieswear
LUNA ECLECTIC EMPORIUM – Best place for the perfect gift
MY LITTLE STASH – Best shop for curated clothing & accessories on the waterfront
FOUNDERS' FOOD HALL & MARKET - This historic train station along the waterfront was converted into a hip urban market in 2019 and today sits as a well loved destination for all things local, beautiful, and delicious. With nearly 20 vendors (and counting!), you can find everything you want and need under one roof.
CONFEDERATION COURT MALL - This downtown staple is filled with men’s & women’s clothing, home decor, luxury footwear, and more. You can also find wonderful edible items like olive oil from Liquid Gold Tasting Bar and just about every local product under the sun at Kent Street Market.
PEAKE'S WHARF MERCHANTS - During the summer months, head to Peake’s Wharf along the Charlottetown waterfront where you’ll find a cluster of unique and colourful shops. Featuring everything from beachwear and funky jewellery to visual art and locally-designed apparel, there is a little something for everyone in this waterside environment.
ROYALTY CROSSING & SURROUNDING AREAS - At the north end of the city (via University Ave.), you’ll find all the convenience and variety of a larger urban centre, including well-known chain stores, large grocery stores, and Royalty Crossing mall, which has tons of great stores like H&M, Winners and Sephora in one location.
MILKY WAY BOARDWALK - At the edge of city limits (toward Cornwall), there’s a collection of restaurants and shops including Coastal Culture, Anne of Green Gables Chocolates, BOOMBurger, Lone Oak Brewing Co., and Receiver Coffee Co. This is also home to COWS Creamery, PEI's epicentre of ice cream.
THE PEI CRAFTS COUNCIL RETAIL GALLERY - The main street level of this charming Water Street building features a retail gallery that showcases the finest examples of craft that Island artists have to offer. Don’t miss the opportunity to see a wide range of local culture expressed through various mediums of craft, all in one adorable space.
LOBSTER TO GO? Yes, that’s a thing! You can place an order with MacKinnon’s Lobster Pound or Water Prince Corner Shop and they’ll pack your lobster to go!
AMOS PEWTER
11B Great George Street, Peake’s Wharf 800.565.3369 www.amospewter.com
Hand-crafted jewellery, home decor and ornaments. See a pewter casting demonstration and take part in our hands-on experience.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES CHOCOLATES
100 Queen Street & 15 Milky Way 902.368.3131 | 902.370.2697 www.annechocolates.com
Come enjoy free samples & witness our "A" Team hand crafting treats right in front of your eyes!
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES STORE
72 Queen Street 902.368.2663 www.annestore.com
Offering the best collection of all things 'Anne' plus you'll find local artisans, homewares, souvenirs and nautical gifts for the whole family.
BACK ALLEY MUSIC
257 Queen Street 902.367.3311 www.facebook.com/Back-AlleyMusic-6446512981
Back Alley Music is your friendly neighbourhood record store which specializes in new and used vinyl, CDs and unique and interesting stereo equipment.
BAYBERRY LANE GIFTS & HOME DECOR
156 Richmond Street, Victoria Row 902.894.3111 www.facebook.com/bayberrylanecharlottetown
A locally owned gift and decor store with the best selection at the best prices island wide. Come visit us!
BOOKMARK
172 Queen Street 902.566.4888 www.bookmarkreads.ca
As Charlottetown’s independent bookseller, we are passionate about books. Come discover our carefully curated selection of books and interesting sidelines.
CHARLOTTETOWN FARMERS’ MARKET
100 Belvedere Avenue 902.626.3373 www.charlottetownfarmersmarket.com
Mingle in the magic of the island's biggest farmers' market, featuring 60+ local food producers, chefs and talented artisans.
CHOTTO SHOPPE
18 Queen Street, Delta Prince Edward Concourse 902.620.1947 www.facebook.com/chottoshoppe
Featuring locally sourced products and artwork, come in for your little bit of PEI to take home.
Coastal Culture
15 Milky Way & 10C Lower Great George Street, Peake’s Quay
902.892.2005 www.coastalculture.com
Atlantic Canada’s BEST selection of PEI T-shirts, hoodies, gifts, & pirate themed merchandise. Come check out our life-size pirate statue!
Confederation Court Mall
134 Kent Street
902.894.9505 www.confedcourtmall.com
With so many unique, locally owned shops and services you'll find everything you're looking for from fashion to home decor.
THE COOK’S EDGE
155 Queen Street 902.370.2470 www.thecooksedge.com
Boutique shop specializing in hand forged Japanese chef knives. Catering to professionals & home cooks. In store knife sharpening services available.
Cool As A Moose
156 Queen Street 902.628.2226 www.coolasamoose.ca
A specialty retail shop with Charlottetown’s largest and finest selection of souvenirs and resortwear. A one-stop shop for great souvenirs, gifts, and quality clothing.
COWS
Corner of Queen & Grafton Streets (year round) & Peake’s Wharf (May–October) 902.892.6969 | 902.566.4886 www.cows.ca
COWS is a fun and creative Island company that serves up world famous, super premium ice cream in hand-made waffle cones.
CROFT
105 Capital Drive, Banbridge Inn www.croftshop.ca
A thoughtfully curated shop carrying fine local and imported goods for your daily life by small, independent artisans & designers.
CROW'S NEST
138 Richmond Street, Victoria Row 902.626.2277 www.crowsnestpei.com
Shop carefully curated, quality handmade finds from Island, Maritime, and Canadian makers. Pottery, house & home, stationery, handbags, gourmet goods, luxury candles & more.
DETAILS FINE ART GALLERY
166 Richmond Street, Victoria Row 902.892.2233 www.detailsfineart.com
Charlottetown’s premier gallery-serving art collectors for over 25 years. Featuring fine art from local, regional, international artists, Inuit carvings, blown glass & designer jewellery.
DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET
Queen Street (Grafton to Dorchester Street) www.downtowncharlottetown.com
Open air market featuring locally-grown produce, food vendors, local artisans and entertainment. Sun 10am - 3pm from July to Sept.
DOW'S FASHIONS FOR MENS & LADIES
145 Great George Street 902.894.3593 | 902.566.3566 www.dowsfashions.com
We pride ourselves with our award winning customer service & our top notch, hand picked brands from national & international collections.
FOUNDERS’ FOOD HALL & MARKET
6 Prince Street 902.367.3187 www.foundersfoodhall.com
Located in a light-filled historic building along the Charlottetown Waterfront. This venue offers an abundance of local culinary & artisan products.
GARNISH JEWELLERY & BOUTIQUE
89 Water Street 902.314.5269 www.garnish-jewellery.com
Garnish is an open metalsmith studio that offers silver and gold jewellery specializing in minimal designs with nods to nature.
GREEN EYE DESIGNS
160 Richmond Street, Victoria Row greeneyedesignspei@gmail.com www.greeneyedesigns.ca
Watch us sew in our open workspace and boutique filled with jewellery, decor, clothing, and accessories made by PEI artisans.
JEMS BOUTIQUE
72 Queen Street 902.894.1457 www.jemsboutique.ca
Your body, your style, your rules! Shop national and international brands plus our inclusive line MONARK designed by store owners!
KENT STREET MARKET
136 Kent Street, Confederation Court Mall 902.367.2197
Charlottetown’s only downtown grocer focusing on high-end specialty foods, thoughtfullycurated local products, and to-go lunches. Visit us for prepared foods, grocery essentials, & more.
KURIOSITIES: WHIMSICAL TRINKETS & ODDITIES
142 Richmond Street, Victoria Row 902.626.2277 www.kuriosities.com
Whimsical open jewellery studio & gift boutique. Take home a little piece of PEI with our handcrafted jewellery embossed with Island sand, handcrafted by our goldsmith on the premises.
LADY BAKER’S TEA
217 Pownal Street - Church Office Entrance 902.370.8327 www.ladybakerstea.com
Visit our shop in the heart of the city to see our wide selection of teas and tisanes.
LIQUID GOLD TASTING BAR & ALL THINGS OLIVE
125 Great George Street, Confederation Court Mall 902.370.8809 www.allthingsolive.ca
Enjoy sampling the finest selection of fresh, Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars and Gourmet Pantry items from around the world.
THE LITTLE ONES CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES
62 Grafton Street 902.978.0857 www.thelittleonesclothing.ca
We carry baby and children’s clothing and accessories, bringing the most desirable clothing from a spectrum of Korean brands.
LUNA ECLECTIC EMPORIUM
111A Grafton Street, Confederation Court Mall 902.892.5862 www.facebook.com/lunaemporium
Charlottetown’s most unique shop! Browse our amazing selection of gifts- and an inspired assortment of clothing, footwear, accessories, home decor, stationery and books. Open late!
LUXURY MARKET CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE
94 Queen Street 902.370.1576 luxurymarketconsignment@gmail.com www.luxurymarketpei.com
Looking for designer items without the designer price tag? Come visit us to find unique designer pieces arriving daily that you won’t find anywhere else.
MATHESON EYEWEAR
6 Mount Edward Road
902.892.2020 www.mathesoneyewear.com
Savour the Island’s sights this summer!
Specializing in quality handmade eyewear, our licensed opticians will help you pick the perfect pair for your adventures.
MCASKILL’S FINE CRAFT STUDIO
26 Beasley Avenue
902.566.3416 www.mcaskillwoodworking.com
Featuring the finest in PEI handcrafted wood, pottery, art prints, jewelry, wind chimes and much more. Ask about our wood turning experience.
MOONSNAIL
85 Water Street
902.892.7627 | 888.771.7627 www.ilovemoonsnail.com
Handcrafting 200+ natural soap and bodycare creations onsite since 1995. Island specialties like PEI Sand Scrub Soap, and a huge selection of local artisan craft!
MY LITTLE STASH
11 Great George Street
902.894.5533 www.mylittlestash.ca
Now in its tenth season, My Little Stash has quickly become an Island favourite. A treasure trove of gifts with flair & styles that will make your eyes water. Smiles are free!
NORTHERN WATTERS KNITWEAR & TARTAN SHOP
150 Richmond Street, Victoria Row 902.566.5850 | 800.565.9665 www.nwknitwear.com
We make 100% British wool sweaters & accessories, we are the largest craft store & Tartan shop. Supporting 250+ Canadian artisans.
OH HEY PEI STATIONARY AND ART BOUTIQUE
6 Prince Street, Founders' Hall
902.566.2997 ww.ohheypei.com
Oh Hey PEI is an Art, Stationery and Handmade Goods Boutique located in Charlottetown. Handmade local gifts, featuring island artists.
PEAKE'S WHARF HISTORIC
WATERFRONT MERCHANTS
11 Great George Street www.discovercharlottetown.com/peakeswharf
Peake’s Wharf has everything from local live music, shopping to restaurants and more. New in 2021. A redesigned outdoor space waiting for you to discover.
PEI CRAFTS COUNCIL RETAIL GALLERY
98 Water Street
902.892.5152 www.peicraftscouncil.com
The gallery showcases two floors of the finest island made crafts including glass, Mi’kmaq, jewellery, pottery, textile, wood and more.
THE ROOT CELLAR
34 Queen Street
902.892.6227 www.therootcellarpei.com
PEI’s original natural product store. Quality supplements, clean cosmetics, local, organic, gluten-free, vegan, keto items, grocery, snacks & more!
ROSEWOOD REFILLERY
202 Kent Street 902.393.3039 www.rosewoodrefillery.com
We offer an ever-growing selection of locally made products, refill options, and low-waste essentials that are natural, non-toxic, and sustainable.
ROYALTY CROSSING
670 University Avenue
902.368.8854 www.royaltycrossing.ca
Royalty Crossing is where our community comes together to shop, work, dine, and play.
Swenn
134 Kent Street, Confederation Court Mall 902.370.2317 www.swenn.ca
Unleash your inner fisherman with our Canadian-made unisex fashion. High-end organic cotton, Merino wool clothing, knitwear & accessories. Experience Canadian style like never before.
TOSH CO. HOME STORE
53 Thompson Drive
902.368.1216 www.toshco.ca
Tosh Co. Home Store is a well curated shop with a love for timeless decor and furniture that will transition well into any season and space.