If you are a local or visiting and you only make time for one souvenir/gift shop make it this one…read more Everything they have are made by locals which is great place to support local makers/artists. They have a ton of variety including smaller less expensive items to larger paintings that may cost more. Staff have always been extremely friendly and will greet you with a smile and answer any questions you have. It will always be the store that helped me find one of my favorite local artists Flyn who have since opened their own retail space. Truly the perfect spot to grab yourself or family that item that will remind you of your time in Maine. You will find at least one item you want to purchase if not more. Also you can proudly say that you helped support a local artist/maker. 100% worth your time visiting! As a local I make a point to revisit this place frequently.

Cute little shop! We were walking around the neighborhood after dinner and saw this place still…read moreopen. Walked in and the staff is super friendly! They had lots of cute items, like stickers that were designed and made by locals and employees. They had these cute pins that they offered to my kids to get out of the machines - which they had given us the quarters for. Definitely a great place to check out and visit!

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.

Excellent little shop and great for finding postcards reasonable prices. Loved the ambience of it.read more

The first gift shop we visited didn't have postcards, so they recommended Cool As A Moose. I'm so…read moreglad I went! They had an amazing variety of gifts from Maine/Portland, and everything was fairly priced. I ended up buying 11 postcards for just $10.50 -- a steal compared to what I've seen at other gift shops when traveling around. The postcards were also beautiful and very high quality. I can't wait to come here again.

This is a very popular gift shop at the heart of Old Port. They really embrace the shipwreck and…read morepirate theme, as multiple parts of the store are designed for this theme. There's a pirate statue outside the store, a popular photo spot for visitors. They have a lot of souvenir and gift items related to this theme. The aisles are really slim, so prepare to run into other people a lot. The store has plenty of unique items including apparel, decor pieces, magnets, books, cookware and lots more. Prices are comparable to other gift shops nearby. They have multiple registers to keep the checkout line moving. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Fun store in Portland. We enjoyed looking around and bought a few knick knacks to bring home. We…read morewould recommend & come by again

If you are looking for a gift shop that truly supports local creators/artists this is your shop to…read morevisit. My wife and I have previously visited another location of Lisa-Marie's and enjoyed seeing the variety of local creations. The variety really was vast enough that everyone who steps in will find something that appeals to them! They do ask to have no photos be taken out of respect of the artists. A spot worth visiting for both tourists and locals alike. A better alternative than some of the more cheap rip off gift shops that feature nothing locally made. Can be that thing you bring home to remember your trip to Maine. While we did not buy anything during our visit in we enjoyed browsing seeing everything.

Such a great store in Portland they had so many things to look at I couldn't decide…read more... We loved the art and spent so much time looking around. We all ended up picking out a few things and some fun items/ art to take back home. The staff was super nice and made small talk and were very accommodating. They took extra care & packed up our items for traveling back home. We would recommend and definitely come back again on our next trip.

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.

Blanche and Mimi offers an array of gorgeous home goods and gifts. However, the prices are waaayyyy…read moretoo high for what it is. I understand the allure, and I myself love to browse here. But I can't justify their prices! If you're willing to splurge, check it out, but otherwise it's just fun to look at.

Ridiculously fast shipping and great price! I ordered a Moore & Giles wash kit for $215 which is…read more$20 cheaper than ordering from the Moore & Giles site. I even had a 10% off first orde from Blanche and Mimi, whereas Moore & Giles would've charged me and additional $15 for shipping. Blanche and Mimi is a great business!

A quirky gift shop and home goods store filled with stickers, mugs, plants, patches, stationary,…read morecards, local art, clothing, plants, and more. Friendly staff, a good selection, and a great location in Old Port!

Many other reviews have nailed the overall vibe and feel of this store very well. A vast array of…read moreitems you will find once you step in. Etsy/garage sale, and any other way you'd like to describe is appropriate. Some will make you want to buy it instantly while some others may make you question who in the world would buy it besides as a gag gift. For example, some stickers of not safe for work body parts that are not close to being anatomically correct or doing lewd acts, that will give you some laughs while looking at them. Even if you are just looking to browse and not buy I believe this is a store worth checking out! The worker was friendly enough and tried greeting those who entered. Prices are hard to judge as I think some of the items are unlikely to be found many other spots so the value is up to the buyer. Like I said though worth a stop in even just for a quick Look around!

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.