By Whitney Butler

 

There are so many reasons to fall in love with Marin County: local farm-to-table dining, beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities, fantastic culture and friendly people.

 

There’s another great reason to love Marin County, and it’s all about the shopping.

Whether you’re looking for a new piece of art, haute fashion or a gift for someone special, you’ll find it all throughout Marin County. Here’s a list of shopping destinations to help you find what you’re looking for on your next trip to Marin.

 

Mill Valley

Mill Valley is a must stop for shopping if you’re traveling to Marin. This charming and stylish city is surrounded by natural beauty, which has made it one of the best US cities to live in. There are several distinct shopping areas to check out, but you’ll definitely want to make time for Strawberry Village and downtown Mill Valley near the Depot Plaza.

 

Strawberry Village is Marin's local shopping haven with Tuscan inspired ambiance; A charming shopping and dining destination featuring a distinctive blend of daily services, specialty shops, boutiques, eateries and leisurely al fresco dining. Easy off and on the highway, to fit your active life.

 

Take a walk along Throckmorton and Miller Avenue in downtown Mill Valley and you’ll see what makes this city great. Unique storefronts spill out onto the sidewalks during spring, summer and fall. Margaret O’Leary’s designer knit clothing provides a touch of elegance with products produced close by at Margaret's Potrero Hill design studio. For a different kind of treasure, don’t miss the one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces from Kathleen Dughi. Using the Italian art of fabrication, Dughi artfully crafts estate-quality pieces that will remain family keepsakes for generations. All this and more awaits in downtown Mill Valley.

 

Fairfax

Another shopping gem can be found in the casual setting of downtown Fairfax along Broadway, where fashionable storefronts merge with historic buildings to create a scenic and fun day of shopping. This is a great place to visit if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. There are tons of restaurants nearby including a pizzeria along with Thai and Italian cuisine to keep you fueled while you shop.

 

Corte Madera

Whether you’re looking for name-brand items from your favorite department stores or boutique-style fashions that you can’t find anywhere else, the beautiful town of Corte Madera has it all. The Village at Corte Madera is a fashion lover’s paradise with dozens of retail favorites situated in a beautiful outdoor plaza. From The North Face to J. Crew, everything you need to look your best can be found here.

 

Also in Corte Madera, the Town Center shopping district is a fantastic place to find unique wardrobe pieces at smaller boutique-style storefronts. Don’t miss lifestyle brands like Louis Thomas for men and New Threads for women.

 

Larkspur

If you’re shopping for a gift for someone special, Marin Country Mart in Larkspur is a treasure trove for shopaholics. This outdoor shopping venue has something for everyone at unique shops like the Copperfield's Books, George Pet Store and Toy Crazy.

 

San Anselmo

This city in Marin is home to more than 130 antique dealers with eclectic collections. One of the most popular places to shop here is along San Anselmo Avenue in downtown San Anselmo.

 

Along the main street, you’ll discover much more than just antiques. Check out Whytes Booksmith, a classic bookstore with a terrific children’s section, or Fig Garden, known for carrying a fine selection of unique jewelry, hair accessories, stationery, candles and more. For modern boutique fashions in San Anselmo, head over to Kismet, which features quality denim, dresses and blouses.

 

For all you need to plan your Marin County vacation, visit the Marin Convention and Visitors Bureau’s website, Facebook page.