AUTHENTIC EMPORIA

EMPORIA AUTHENTIC

4 MUST VISIT GIFT SHOPS

Koch Gifts 706 Commercial St. Nestled in downtown, Koch Gifts has been providing charming gifts, collectibles, and that hard to find hand ware for travelers. Providing over 5,000 sq ft of everyday and the not-so-everyday gifts.

Don & Mary Glaser Art and Gift Shop

815 Commercial St. Located in the Emporia Arts Center, is the spot to discover amazing art created by local and regional artists.

Plum Bazaar 615 Commercial St. Create your own work of art with supplies from Plum Bazaar. It is the area’s largest selection of beads, handcrafted jewelry, and craft supplies.

Dusty Trail Gift Shoppe

1107B Commercial St. Curating a collection of gifts, crafts, vintage decor and antiques weathered on Kansas farms and Midwest pride. Consider Dusty Trail for your gift giving needs.

UNIQUE FINDS

Enjoy an authentic shopping experience without the stress. Stroll down Commercial Street and discover our one-of-akind boutiques and shops.

GET AROUND No trip to a cycling-oriented city is complete without a stop at the local bike shop. Eclectic Bikes(823 Commercial St.) is a specialty bicycle shop where you can rent or buy vintage road bikes. Enjoy the biking experience with three-hour and full-day rental bikes. Explore our downtown area, the treelined streets, the Emporia State University campus, or the scenic Flint Hills. Explore the community on one of Emporia’s Bike Share bikes. They are a great way to shop without having to look for parking. Find the bicycle stations by downloading the Movatic App. visitemporia.com

THE GREAT AMERICAN MARKET Over 8,000 people each year attend this annual street market, a project of Emporia Main Street. Held on historic Commercial Street, the Great American Market features hundreds of vendors selling collectibles, antiques, artwork, crafts, and food!

A TIMELY CRAFT

Reinventing, creating and maintaining timepieces is the mission of Time Travelers(501 Commercial St.). Keeping a dying craft alive, their showroom features an eclectic collection of clocks both vintage and new. LOCAL ARTISTS

Trox Gallery and Gifts (729 Commercial St.) is Emporia’s newest art gallery. Showcasing local artists, this gallery has the best art the region has to offer at affordable prices.

TRENDY STYLES

If boutique selection without boutique prices sounds too good to be true, it isn’t! Locally owned, Studio 50-4(504 Commercial St.) offers a variety of fashion apparel and accessories guaranteed to please everyone. gallery has the best art the region has to offer at affordable prices.

WHAT IS OLD IS NEW AGAIN

Looking for stylish finds for your home?

Explore historic Commercial Street and find re-purposed art, furniture, and antiques at some of the most unique shops and boutiques in the state. Discover unusual antiques and collectibles at one of our amazing shops – Poehler Merchantile Antiques (301 Commercial St.), and Mikes’ Attic(623 Commercial St.).

ROMANTIC GETAWAYS

Romantic occasions don’t happen often enough. Sometimes you need to take a weekend and get away.

BOOK A ROOM

The Gufler Mansion (612 West 12th Ave.) is your historic get-away in Emporia. This neo-classical turn of the century home is the perfect destination to experience those special moments with your friends and loved ones.

SHARE A BOTTLE OF VINO

Relax at Twin Rivers Winery (627 Commercial St.) with a bottle of your favorite handcrafted Kansas wines. Book a private tasting that includes cheeses and locally made chocolates.

ENJOY TRADITIONAL JAPANESE COOKING

Traditional Japanese style cooking techniques ensure perfection at Hagaya Ramen Shop (1111 Commercial St.). Serving everything from modern Yuzu Ramen to their signature Tonkotsu Ramen.

SEE A SHOW

Catch a concert featuring some of today’s biggest acts at the Granada Theatre (807 Commercial St.). This historic theatre has an atmosphere like no other place.

PUT A RING ON IT

Give him a hint by visiting Kari’s Diamonds & Bridal Boutique (1015 Industrial Rd A). This custom design jewelry store features a lovely selection of diamonds and jewelry to accommodate any price range.

EMPORIA AUTHENTIC

INDULGE IN EMPORIA

There is plenty to love about Emporia’s local scene. With locally made brews and wines, chocolates and coffees, and artisan goods and souvenirs, living like a local has never been so good.

ARTISAN WINES

Nestled in the heart of downtown, stop by Twin Rivers Winery (627 Commercial St.) for a flight of handcrafted wines produced on-site. With over a dozen wines made from varietals of grapes that are grown in Kansas, the tasting room is a must see for any visit to town.

LOCAL SPIRITS

The Trolley House Distillery(502 S. Commercial St.) is Emporia’s newest destination. With locally distilled moonshine, vodka, and whiskey, their tasting room is the perfect place to enjoy an authentic Kansas cocktail.

RADIUS BREWING CO.

This brewpub is one of the best restaurants in town. Serving wood-fired brick-oven pizzas, sandwiches, artisan-style appetizers and a rotating chef’s menu, Radius Brewing Co.(610 Merchant St.) is worth the stop. Some of the best beer in the state is brewed right in their dining area. Make it a point to stop in for Sunday brunch!

COFFEE CLASSICS

Start your day at the Granada Coffee Company (809 Commercial St.). Located next to the Granada Theatre, it is a true treasure of Emporia. Snuggle up in an overstuffed chair surrounded by local history in this unique shop. Granada Coffee Company was voted Emporia Gazette Readers’ Choice Awards Best Coffee 15 years in a row.

Sometimes you just have to slow down, have a nice cup of joe and enjoy the atmosphere in one of Emporia’s independently owned coffee shops. Gravel City Roasters(608 Commercial St.) hand roasts their own beans and crafts signature drinks like the Frank’s Crowbar.

DESTINATION DOWNTOWN

Discover artisan shopping in the best downtown in America. Emporia’s walkable city center is a hub of dining and shopping.

SWEET DELICACIES

Don’t miss the handmade chocolates, fudges and confections at The Sweet Granada (803 Commercial St.). Near the historic Granada Theatre, this specialty chocolate shop uses premium ingredients to make gourmet candies and treats daily.

FOR THE FOOD CURIOUS SOUL

Vault Meats and Cheeses (509 Commercial St.) is a fantastic little shop with a wide selection of cured meats and cheeses from around the world. Make the perfect charcuterie board with recommendations from the extremely knowledgeable staff. You can also pick up a fresh baked loaf of bread to compliment your meats and cheeses.

SAVORY MEATS

Fanestil Meats(4700 W. US-50) has been making the best tasting smokehouse meats since 1942. Fanestil Meats Fresh Local Market is the best place to find the tastiest ham and turkey. Their selection of meats, bacon, salsas, cheese and other local goods can’t be beat.