RETAIL THERAPY: FIRST COAST SHOPPING

If you are on the hunt for a unique piece of furniture or a stylish new outfit, the First Coast has numerous shopping centers and malls that won’t disappoint. Below, you will find some of the shopping options in your neighborhood or even find your next shopping adventure destination!

Clay County

In Clay County, shoppers don’t need to go far to find great stores. Residents can explore the indoor Orange Park Mall and the many shopping plazas in Fleming Island, such as the Fleming Island Shopping Center.

Duval County

Located at the heart of the Atlantic and Neptune beach communities, the Beaches Town Center offers oceanfront shopping with several unique boutiques.

On the Southside, The Avenues is a multi-level indoor shopping mall that allows for a day of shopping in the cool A/C. Nearby is the St. Johns Town Center, an upscale open-air shopping destination that has shops from popular designers and brands. Next door is The Markets at Town Center, which houses many top retailers as well.

Located in the beautiful San Marco neighborhood, San Marco Square is filled with boutiques offering one-of-a-kind items. The trendy Five Points district in Riverside boasts fashionable clothes, rare accessories and even some shops just for your four-legged friend.

The Shoppes of Avondale, nestled in Jacksonville’s historic Avondale neighborhood, is a quaint, treelined community with several locally owned shops and boutiques. On the Westside, Oakleaf Town Center offers several retailers for shoppers running errands.

River City Marketplace on the Northside is conveniently located near the Jacksonville Airport and offers an array of popular retailers.

Nassau County

Shoppers in Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach will find a variety of shops in this northernmost county of the First Coast. Centre Street in downtown Fernandina Beach and The Shops at Omni Amelia Island are the perfect places to peruse an array of boutiques filled with stylish home décor, art, trendy clothes and unique gifts.

ST. JOHNS COUNTY

St. Johns County is the perfect shopping destination for those looking for something unique. Shoppers can peruse upscale shops and boutiques at Sawgrass Village in Ponte Vedra Beach. The Nocatee Town Center also offers residents an assortment of restaurants and shops.

Northern St. Johns County is growing as a shopping destination that attracts residents and visitors. The Durbin Park area and The Pavilion at Durban Park are continually adding excellent shopping and dining options and will soon be the largest shopping area on the First Coast. The development is continually adding several more stores, restaurants and other retailers. The new Parkway Place at Durbin features several restaurants and retailers and is continuing to grow as well.

The First Coast’s premier outlet mall, the St. Augustine Premium Outlets offer shoppers both designer merchandise and name brands at prices that won’t break the bank.

In St. Augustine’s quaint historic downtown district, shoppers can stroll along St. George Street, a pedestrian-only cobblestone street lined with one-ofa-kind shops and art galleries.

All-Natural and Organic Grocery Stores

Grassroots Natural Market 2007 Park St., Jacksonville www.thegrassrootsmarket.com

Grassroots Natural Market II

1915 East West Pkwy., Ste. 1, Fleming Island www.thegrassrootsmarket.com

Native Sun Natural Foods Market 1585 3rd St. N., Jacksonville Beach www.nativesunjax.com

Publix GreenWise Market

250 Pine Lake Dr., Ponte Vedra Beach www.greenwisemarket.com

Sprouts Farmers Market

12675 Beach Blvd., Ste. 200, Jacksonville 4873 Town Center Pkwy., Jacksonville www.sprouts.com

The Fresh Market

12795 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1, Jacksonville 13493 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville 150 Riverside Ave., Ste. 200, Jacksonville 1960 East West Pkwy., Ste. 100, Fleming Island 840 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach www.thefreshmarket.com

Trader Joe’s 11112 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville 4180 S. 3rd St., Jacksonville Beach www.traderjoes.com

Whole Foods Market 10601 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville 2050 3rd St. S., Jacksonville Beach www.wholefoodsmarket.com