The charm and character of Marin’s unique cities are reflected in its many neighborhood shopping districts. Each community in Marin offers shoppers something unique for every taste and wish. Located within the communities of Marin are boutiques, antique stores, fine arts and one-of-a-kind crafts, handmade gifts, and home furnishings. Art galleries are scattered throughout Marin, many of them filled with the work of local artists.
In addition to the local community shops, Marin also hosts regional and nationally-known retailers, located in a number of shopping centers throughout the county. From Vintage Oaks at Novato to Northgate Mall in San Rafael, to the beautiful high-end outdoor shopping destinations in Corte Madera to the many retail plazas strategically placed throughout Mill Valley and Larkspur, and all the way up through San Anselmo and Fairfax. But let’s not forgot the organic finds and eclectic shops scattered through the hills of West Marin / Point Reyes.
Art Studios and Galleries
Art Works Downtown, Inc.
1337 Fourth Street (between C & D Streets)
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-451-8119
www.artworksdowntown.org
Art Works Downtown, Inc. is a premier nonprofit art center in a 40,000 sq.ft historic building in the heart of downtown San Rafael on Fourth Street. Featuring 4 galleries, 28 studios with artists at work, a jewelers guild, crafts guild, frame... Read More
Desta Art & Tea Gallery
417 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
415-524-8932
www.destagallery.com
In the heart of downtown San Anselmo, Desta Gallery is a unique conceptual gallery showcasing contemporary fine art and specialty organic teas. It is more than a simple location or a product; it’s a gateway into a sanctuary that offers... Read More
Emmeline Craig's Blissful Gallery
3415 Shoreline Highway
Stinson Beach, CA 94970
415-868-2787
www.emmelinecraig.com
Emmeline Craig, born in France, moved to California in 2000. You can meet her and see her work at her own Blissful Gallery in Stinson Beach, CA. on Highway 1. Her paintings, large and small, have won the hearts of... Read More
ink.paper.plate
Contact: Sirima Sataman
11401 State Route 1
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
415-873-6008
www.inkpaperplate.com
INK.PAPER.PLATE is a printmaking studio and arts workshop specializing in letterpress, woodcut, linocut, etching, monotype, screenprinting and bookarts.
The retail workshop showcases artist-made goods, sells art supplies, offers personalized art instruction for all levels of artists, and hosts... Read More
Lorraine Almeida Fine Art
18856 Highway One
Marshall, CA 94940
415-663-8246
www.lorrainealmeida.com
Open by Appointment Only!
Lorraine’s career as teacher, author, artist, and consultant has culminated into her personal art studio, located steps away from Tomales Bay, in the tiny coastal Marin community of Marshall, California.
With a Master of Fine Arts from San Francisco Art Institute,... Read More
Marin MOCA Museum Store
500 Palm Drive
Novato, CA 94949
415-506-0137
www.marinmoca.org
Marin Museum of Contemporary Art connects art, community, and artistic expression. It is a unique non-collecting museum that is for artists, about artists, and by artists. MarinMOCA seeks to present art in an environment that provides a supportive venue for... Read More
Boutiques & Gift Shops
Desta Art & Tea Gallery
417 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
415-524-8932
www.destagallery.com
In the heart of downtown San Anselmo, Desta Gallery is a unique conceptual gallery showcasing contemporary fine art and specialty organic teas. It is more than a simple location or a product; it’s a gateway into a sanctuary that offers... Read More
EO Exchange Mill Valley
84 Throckmorton Avenue
Mill Valley, CA 94941
415-888-8839
www.eoproducts.com
EO® STANDS FOR ESSENTIAL OILS. THEY ARE THE HEART AND SOUL OF EVERYTHING WE CREATE.
EO Products creates hand crafted, botanical, and essential oil beauty products with the purpose of enhancing the quality of every day life. Our great passion is... Read More
ink.paper.plate
Contact: Sirima Sataman
11401 State Route 1
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
415-873-6008
www.inkpaperplate.com
INK.PAPER.PLATE is a printmaking studio and arts workshop specializing in letterpress, woodcut, linocut, etching, monotype, screenprinting and bookarts.
The retail workshop showcases artist-made goods, sells art supplies, offers personalized art instruction for all levels of artists, and hosts... Read More
Susan Hayes Handwovens
80 Fourth Street
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
415-663-8057
www.susanhayeshandwovens.com
Susan Hayes Handwovens has produced handloomed wovens and knits from their Point Reyes Station studio for over 30 years. Their entire collection is shown exclusively at the retail store located in the Cowgirl Creamery Building. Known for their unique colorations and weaves, their... Read More
Bay Area Green Business
Grocery and Markets
Palace Market
11300 State Route One
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
415-663-1016
The place to shop in West Marin
For generations, the good people of Point Reyes/West Marin have relied on the Palace for quality foods and staples. Founded in 1898, the market served as a country mercantile, offering everything from bulk food,... Read More
Whole Foods Market Marin County
America’s Healthiest Grocery Store
414 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley
415-381-1200 ~ 7:00am – 9:00pm
731 E. Blithedale, Mill Valley
415-381-3900 ~ 7:00am – 9:00pm
790 DeLong Avenue, Novato
415-878-0455 ~ 8:00am – 9:00pm
340 3rd Street, San Rafael
415-451-6333 ~ 7:00am – 10:00pm
At Whole Foods Market®, we seek out the finest natural and organic foods available, maintain the strictest quality standards in the industry, and have an unshakeable commitment to sustainable agriculture. Add to that the excitement and fun we bring to... Read More
Shopping Centers
Marin County has an array of shopping centers - each filled with their own interesting mix of stores. Our shopping centers are destinations within themselves, as they all include major anchors, dining options, and many provide a variety of activities for people of all ages. Many of them are open-air centers, which makes them pet friendly. Make sure to check with a specific retailer before taking your pet, as not all merchants permit furry friends!
BON AIR
Just off Highway 101 on Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in Greenbrae
Greenbrae, CA 94904
415-461-0200
www.bonair.com
Bon Air is Greenbrae's gathering place for shopping, dining, playing and relaxing. Choose from 50 specialty merchants, family friendly restaurants and essential services conveniently located in the heart of Marin. For 65-years and counting, Bon Air's welcoming outdoor spaces and... Read More
Marin Country Mart
2257 Larkspur Landing Circle
Larkspur, CA 94939
www.marincountrymart.com
Marin Country Mart is an open-air shopping and dining destination that features a noteworthy collection of appealing boutiques, farm-to-table eateries and convenient services – enhanced by myriad special events for adults and children, including Friday Night Jazz and the Folkish... Read More
Northgate
5800 Northgate Mall
San Rafael, CA 94903
415-479-5955
www.ShopAtNorthgate.com
From its commanding location along Highway 101 in San Rafael – the county’s oldest and largest city – Northgate has been a part of the local landscape for 45 years. Situated 16 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, Northgate... Read More
The Village at Corte Madera
1618 Redwood Highway
Corte Madera, CA 94925
415-924-8557
415-924-8921 Concierge
www.VillageatCorteMadera.com
The Village at Corte Madera offers an extraordinary shopping experience. The area's upscale shoppers will find luxury, high-end shopping, including Macy's, Nordstrom, The Cheesecake Factory, The Apple Store, Coach, Abercrombie & Fitch, Anthropologie, Juicy Couture, lululemon athletic, Michael Stars, kate... Read More
Town Center Corte Madera
100 Corte Madera Town Center
Corte Madera, CA 94925
415-924-2961
www.ShopTownCenter.com
Town Center is a charming lifestyle center that combines conventional retail and retail service uses to serve its community. The center is characterized by meandering pedestrian passageways connecting the buildings and is highlighted by dramatic towers and outdoor plazas.
The 440,000-square-foot... Read More
Vintage Oaks at Novato
208 Vintage Way
Novato, CA 94945
415-897-9999
www.shopvintageoaks.com
Vintage Oaks at Novato is home to more than 50 of the most popular retailers, restaurants, and service providers in Marin County, including anchors Target, Costco, and Macy’s Furniture. Other stores include Sephora, Bath & Body Works, Pier 1 Imports,... Read More
Miscellaneous Shopping
Shopping experiences expand the horizon. Marin County and abroad has a variety of things to buy, whether it’s for your neighbor or employee / corporate gifts, gift baskets and floral arrangements for special occasions, or photography packages, our business partners are here for you. Other shopping venues include:
AD INFIN ITEM Promotional Items
Contact: Michael Bates
39 Pleasant Lane
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-459-1146
www.adinfiniteminc.com
Ad Infin Item specializes in placing company logos on a wide variety of products, such as mugs, key chains, calendars, pens, pencils, bags, balloons, shirts, etc. Our goal is to provide excellent service while helping you promote your business. We... Read More
- Bay Area Green Business
Babierge, Kathleen & Meredith, Independent Trusted Providers
395 Starling Road
Mill Valley, CA 94941
415-326-6181
www.babierge.com/kathleenmeredith941
For traveling families, who are seeking convenience and the least amount of disruption in their routine, Babierge is the first collaborative economy tech platform that allows you to rent baby equipment that can be delivered and setup for you and... Read More
Downtown San Rafael
817 Mission StreetSan Rafael, CA 94901
415-720-5591
Email Us: info@downtownsanrafael.org
www.srbid.org
The Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District (BID) is a 501 C(6) nonprofit corporation established to revitalize the downtown corridor and promote the common interests of Downtown businesses. Through attention to streetscape, marketing and promotions, special events and advocating on... Read More
Shop Novato Local
The Downtown Novato Business Association is a volunteer based non-profit responsible for creating, organizing, supporting and marketing Downtown Novato public events. The organization is funded by the City of Novato through assessments of the member businesses. Next time you are... Read More
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