I went to the Blue Lobster to checkout their souvenirs before heading back to Boston. They have so…read moremuch good stuff in there! Staff was friendly and attentive! The Blue Lobster has mugs, hats, magnets, merch and much more! I almost spent my entire check in there! Their store is spacious too so it's quite easy to move around and shop freely. I spent a good amount of time browsing. I purchased 2 long sleeve tops and a few magnets. This place is conveniently located right in downtown Portland with affordable pricing. Highly recommend!

This was the best gift shop in Old Port IMO. This store is big packed with all sorts of souvenirs…read moreand gifting items. Their magnet collection was gigantic, never seen any store to have such huge variety of magnet items. They also had caps, cups, apparels, stickers, local candies, maple syrup and a lot of other products. I spent a whole of time picking the two magnets I wanted. I also bought a decorative steel sign and few stickers. I compared their prices to other nearby stores, and it was on par or cheaper. The lady at register was very friendly, helped us with quick checkout and nicely packed all our items. It's a must visit store when you are in Old Port.

Little bit of everything in this store. Be it pottery, stickers, candles, books, cards, earrings,…read moreutensils, whimsy kits etc you will likely find it here made by a local Maine artist. Staff is helpful as you browse the shop for an item you may want for yourself or a gift for others. Prices range from low end to moderately high depending on the artist so swing on in and find a local creation that awaits it next home!

This is a beautiful shop of handmade in Maine pottery. If you like pottery and like to support…read moreMaine artists, this is the place. I bought two pieces - one a mug from Mary K Spencer's garden series. I have a lot of pottery from all over the US and I've never seen a design like this. I also loved the whimsy of Becky Wright's soap sponge holder. The colors are so much fun. But those were just two of the lovely pieces in this shop. They also are reasonable. There are a lot of touristy shops here. It's nice to find work from Maine artists.

My friend found this store on TikTok and as a lover of fun home items and whimsy we needed to stop…read morein! The mini print machine is such a fun concept. I believe the artist is local and we saw one other print machine at the Warby Parker but it looks like a different variety. There are so many cute greeting cards, matches, perfumes, candles, etc and it was all so tempting! I left with one mini print (the cashiers will trade you for quarters, super helpful) and some perfume! If you're looking to do some fun shopping in Portland this store is definitely worth a stop.

So cute!!! Love the vibes! The employees were very nice and helpful as well! I used the print…read morevending machine - probably my favorite part.

Housed in an 1800s livery stables complex (and formerly The Tackle Shop), the entrance to Heritage…read moreSeaweed is tucked away off India St. This beautiful multi-room retail space is extremely bright, much more spacious than you might think from the outside, and boasts views of the city's working waterfront. It feels like you've stepped into someone's home or personal art gallery (a relaxed one run by super nice, super hip people you could kick back and have a local beer with, not the stuffy kind that won't let you touch anything and watches you like a hawk as you peruse). But this is a shop. One where you can purchase (without breaking the bank, might I add) seaweed specialty foods (like granola bars, sauces, teas), seaweed and sea inspired bath and body items (DYK: seaweed is rich in vitamins, minerals, and contains anti-inflammatory properties?!), seaweed and sea inspired home goods, and more. I believe most (if not all) of their items are also local and sustainably sourced. Could it get better? YES. Because, they've got a beautiful focus on education and ocean conservation as well - so you can buy reusable, non-breakable straws, wine cups, and pints here. #beatplasticpollution As a mermaid, this has easily become my favorite store in all of Portland.

Cute place to get some souvenirs for your friends and family!…read more They have gifts for adults, babies, and even fur babies. I walked away with some cute shower aromatherapy scent bombs which i've never seen before, that made my giftees super super happy! The dog items were also cute, including like a seaman's rope leash thing. PROTIP: Some of the seaweed is actually cheaper around the corner at the Portland Co-op.

This card store is so cool, I was amazed too see all the hand crafted cards. So many different…read moretypes for so many different occasions. They also have gift bags, souvenirs, hats, apparels, magnets, stickers, mugs and few more types of products, but not as much variety as the cards. The prices are comparable to other nearby gift shops. Lots of people were in the store when we were there. The lady at the register was friendly, helping out different customers. It's a good store for anyone looking for unique custom handmade card.

Love the stationary sets. Wide selection of cute and funny cards. Took many pictures to send to…read morefriends! I would stop in again when I'm in Portland.

Really nice staff here, They don't have finger nail clippers…read moreor other grooming kits. Which is strange for a travel store. The prices are marked up some due to being inside the airport so understand that. They are part of the book program though where buy a book and if you have the receipt you can get money back on your next book. So if your a frequent flyer you should look into this option. They do have glasses and such which is helpful if you need something quick. Cute maine odds and ends also which are nice. Agin if you can buy them out of security just because it will be cheaper most times. Sometimes they do have sales on though so check and see what they are offering. You can buy and donate items to service men. I recommend the beef jerky if you do it. All in all if your pinch they will do. Always check in for sales if you have time.

This store has a bit of a personality conflict. The sign at one entrance states that it's called:…read more"Down East Marketplace," the other entrance sign states that it's called "Cool As A Moose." When I asked the clerks what the name of the store is - they told me it's a "Paradies Shop" - which is the company that runs it. In any case, this store carries cold bottled water and sodas, snacks, toiletries, books, magazines, newspapers, and tourist knick-knacks. I picked up some cold bottled water here after passing through the TSA security checkpoint.

Spent time with some sweet cats in a laid back and comfortable atmosphere. Great place for…read moreIntroverts to hang out.

What a nice, and different experience. I took 4 grandchildren here for a kitty picnic. The kids…read moredid not want to leave!! I had to not only count cats (jokingly of course) to ensure they weren't trying to take one but I also had to count kids since at least two wanted to start working here. There were 22 cats on the day we visited. There were no snacks available - which are advertised to be included with the picnic - but we were okay with the sandwiches we brought from home. The space is clean and cozy. It seemed like there were cats in every crack and crevice. The cats seem relaxed and happy. It's been less than a week and already three of them are asking when they can go again.

Today was the first time checking out this shop. It's located in the basement of the building it's…read morein. Signage should be outside mentioning this and is easy to find. Think trinkets, unique gifts, spiritual based items and more can be found here. Also must give praise that the owner did a great job decorating the space. Prices seemed reasonable as well so no complaints in that aspect. While we did not buy anything during our stop we appreciated a lot of items. Some of the items were quite funny with some adult humor including some candles with names such as "Sample My Box" as a valentines themed candle as one example. Definitely had some laughs at those items. If oddities, metaphysical, witch, magic based items give this place a chance.

Something Witchy on Exchange arrived just in time for Halloween season! Located in the basement of…read more58 Exchange, it's the perfect spot for the witchy and spiritual Mainers and visitors alike. They offer an array of trinkets, clothing, books, tarot cards, jewelry, and more, all geared towards the modern witch, Wiccan, or spiritual person. They even have Krampus-themed goodies! It's a cozy space that is expertly decorated; it's easy to connect with your inner witch, whether you're a seasoned practitioner or curious about the practice. The owner (Patti), is exceptionally kind and fun to talk to. You can tell how passionate she is about the store and the beliefs that fueled its inception. I can't wait to check out the tarot and astrology readings that will be available soon, or the spooky Christmas decor!

Okay, the sign outside that said "Live Nude Animals" was hilarious and when we looked inside, the…read morefriendly guy who was working made it a no-brainer to stop in and check it out. I'm nuts about squirrels (see what I did there?) and when I saw hats and shirts with a squirrel eating a burger and fries or a Tootsie Pop, I was in heaven. In a nutshell, the artist makes these cool designs with raccoons, pigeons, squirrels, rats, etc and then those are put on t-shirts or on patches that are sewn onto hats/beanies/bags, etc. The beardy fellow working there was also awesome and you could tell he was passionate about the art that the store was selling. When my friend mentioned he liked the "Pigeon with Dunkin" patch but couldn't find a bucket hat with one on it, the gentleman offered to sew one on in real time. Literally two minutes later, my friend had a bespoke pigeon bucket hat! If you love urban animals, you'll like this store. If you can't get to Portland, check them out online. https://flynhats.com/ I can't wait until it gets colder and I can wear the Pigeon with Dunkin beanie that I bought!

Love their hats and gear!! So fun! So many awesome choices and the staff working in Portland was…read morehelpful, polite and friendly!!

Ok, so I know there are plenty of Paper Stores around, but this one deserves a shout out for the…read moregreat work they are doing. I go to this Paper Store often for various things; cards, candles, games, and gifts. (I mean it's right next to a Hannaford... how can I resist every time I get my groceries!) They really do have a little bit of everything. But really it is the staff that makes this store get an enthusiastic 5 stars. Everyone is always SO friendly and helpful (but not in a pushy way). If you want to strike up a conversation, they will talk to you, but you won't be dogged by people trying to sell you everything in the store. I also love that they have a relatively large amount of staff for the store's size. On any given day, I usually see someone stocking, a cashier, a greeter, and another person or two floating around to help where needed. This means that I never have waited on line for more than 5 minutes (even on weekends) and when I've needed help, I never had to search fruitlessly for a free employee. The store is alway clean and the merchandise neatly arranged. Keep up the good work everyone!

I have been shopping in both of their locations in Scarborough and Falmouth Maine for several years…read morenow - I find there customer service extraordinary. They are always willing to special order and even ship any of their items to you. And now I am really excited that their Falmouth Store finally has Vera Bradley accessories. Unfortunately it has a limited number of larger sized bags. They also have great gifts for anybody and their card selection is great!