When in Old Town...stop by The Old Town Shop. Lots of fun souvenirs, cherry blossom-themed items,…read moreVA items, and plenty of patriotic doodads (psst - America's 250th birthday coming up). The staff was very friendly and welcoming to all.

Came here last year and decided to stop back in. The quality of their products is so low. The…read morecoasters got scratched just by holding it against a cardboard souvenir box. Nonetheless, decided to buy some gifts for family that totaled about $80. The wonderful lady at the front decided it was a great idea to place three heavy desk weights and three coasters into one small paper bag. I asked her to double bag it, but she had already closed out the register. I offered to pay the extra 50¢ to purchase another bag but she only would accept cash, or require me to spend another $5.00 on credit! It amazing how after spending $80 she would not just give me another bag for the heavy items. Don't waste your time or money here, it's cheap Chinese products at an insane marked up price and the customer service is below satisfactory.

A super cute shop that allows you to support local Alexandria artists. Located off the main drag,…read more The owner, was great. I have been in this store three times and she was extremely helpful and engaging during our visit. her daughter was great checking me out with my purchases. While I was there the candles I love... that are made by a veteran, happen to swing by with new products geared towards Christmas scents. They were fantastic. There is a few different artists for photography. Their work is stunning. There are things like art, jewelry, candles, photography, bath products, lotions, soaps, and much more. This store is a great stop to bring something local back. The pricing is on point in regards to supporting an artist. I highly recommend stopping in.

This is a good place to find gifts if you are looking to support local artists. As a local artist,…read moreI carried my jewelry here for about 7 months and did pretty well. The manager, Kellie is lovely and they have great events and activities for children. https://www.etsy.com/shop/KPOCustomDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1505282548&from_page=listing

One of the listed places to shop at for stationery and is a partner store for the Traveler's…read moreFactory brand. Cool little shop with awesome marketing presence online. Street or parking structures nearby and walkable to many restaurants and shops. Such an added plus to historic Old Town Alexandria. The shop isn't that big and during the time of my visit it was super tight trying to get around the store. Unfortunately they were out of the mini Travelers notebook 20th anniversary edition. It's not a full stock of TN products so lower your expectations. Nonetheless, a quaint store I'll be checking out whenever I'm in the DMV region.

Such a cute and well-curated store! So happy they have an Inciardi mini print vending machine…read more Parking on a weekday afternoon was easy and the area is super cute. The employees are all very nice and helpful. Highly recommend to fellow stationery loves and Inciardi mini print collectors!

The owner, Peter, has an incredible eye and design sense. I can never leave his shop without buying…read moresomething rare or unique. Retail magic.

Went in for the first time today and immediately fell in love. Wide and very well-edited variety of…read morebeautiful merchandise. Small home goods, stationery, clothing and accessories, personal items, vintage books and more. All of them styled and displayed thoughtfully. It's a perfect place to find something for *that person* who has an exquisite taste and is difficult to shop for. The owner is a lovely gentleman. It is my favorite ship on the DMV now.

Such a fun store, I'll always stop in. I picked up some journals, cards and pens. Lots of fun…read moregifts. I could spend an hour browsing here.

12/14/24 Last time I was here, the place was pretty empty,…read morebut the business was still intact. Today I learned this business is now owned by Barnes and Nobles. Cool. This merger saved 1,700 jobs and a number of stores. This place has a lot to offer for just about any occasion. I do like the gift wrapping station offered in the store. Comes in handy should one be bringing a gift(s) to some in this shopping area...or anywhere else for that matter. The staff members seemed happy without any fake smiles. The ambience felt good as well. Selections for Christmas items this time of year were at an all time high. The prices for all the merchandise were pretty fair too. Check this place out when you get the chance. Oh!!, and there is no surcharge for using your checkcard/credit card here.

A sister store to Penny Post, that is packed with awesome items. Products ranging from bath, to…read morekitchen, to food, candles, pillows, handmade items, local artists, books, journals, notepads and so much more. The store stretches to the back and has so much to offer. The perfect spot to find a gift or just pick up something nice for yourself and/or your home. They have a pretty decent section geared towards men as well. The pricing is pretty affordable. It just depends on what you fancy. The staff were helpful, they have baskets around to collect all your goodies for purchase. They had a small sale/clearance section. They also have a cute pet and kiddo section. This store is always in my go to for all my shopping needs.

Came in just to window shop, but of course, I left with a Jellycat, lotion, and soap! This place is…read morefull of charming, high-quality items that are hard to resist. The lotion and soap smell absolutely divine. The store has a warm, inviting vibe and everything is beautifully curated.

Wonderful experience looking for a gift. Lots of help from the staff helped find the perfect…read moreoption. All glass Made in America. Love that choice. Definitely check them out!

Quick take: lively vibe…read more This is a great spot to visit on the weekend. Walked King Street and wandered into this souvenir shop. I bought a few magnets and a t shirt. Reasonably priced souvenirs.

It looks like there are a lot of kitschy souvenir options if you're looking for a Knick knack to…read morecommemorate your visit to Old Town. It smelled overwhelmingly like smoke when we walked in though, so we didn't stay long. I'd rather go to a different of the many souvenir shops in the area that don't smell like smoke inside.

King Street has no shortage of gift shops, but this one stood out for its sustainability and…read morefair-trade concept. The shop is deceptively long and has much to offer in terms of clothing, jewelry, knick-knacks, and home decor. I learned a customer favorite are their comfortable cotton shirts, and you might find a few on sale in the back! The workers are kind and welcoming. For value, there is something for every wallet, and the quality is reliable.

So I came here on a Wednesday and got a free massage. I think it's called Wellness Wednesdays. It…read morewas such a pleasant surprise as I had spent the morning volunteering at a farm. After that, I sampled some Equal Exchange coffee and browsed the jewelry area. They were accommodating and helped me find something I was seeking. I ended up purchasing a couple of beautiful, unique, and fairly traded items for myself, at good prices. I will always stop by here when seeking something to gift "people who have everything" and/or who have selective taste. My very picky grandmother is overjoyed whenever I gift her something from here.

I've been to this busy shop before, where I picked up a neutral colored wrap. I've worn it to…read morepieces, unfortunately, so I stopped in to see if they still sell it. They did not have the exact one I was looking for, but I found something similar, of a heavier weight more suitable for fall, and more expensive. They have great jewelry, accessories, clothing, and more. There's something for everyone-- I will come back the next time I am in Old Town.

So cute! I've been in here twice and I feel like it's a literal representation of what's inside my…read morehead. There is something for everyone here and I love the variety.