Another appealing gift shop along Water Street, Marshalls is a bit larger than the others and sells…read morea greater variety of goods. Lots of Canada and Nova Scotia souvenirs, local products and some clothing item that drew our attention. We liked a certain hoodie but wanted a different "graphic" emblazoned across the front (one that read "Digby: World Famous Scallopsl"). No problem; we waited about 15 minutes while our helper did a neat heat transfer. The result was exactly what we wanted. And the shop can take any size hoodie or sweatshirt you desire and put any graphic you prefer on it. It's a neat thing for families.

The City Market is the oldest market in Canada built in 1876. The building was made by sailors and…read morethe ceiling looks like the hull of a ship. It is full of vendors and markets selling meats and fish.

The Saint John City Market located across from King Square, is the oldest charter market in Canada…read moreis housed in an old historic building (built in 1874-1876), which is open daily Monday-Saturday year round. The roof of the City Market resembles the inverted keel of a ship to reflect the City's rich shipbuilding history. This long bright indoor market offers fresh produce (in the middle), meats, cheeses, fresh seafood, local & gourmet goods, arts & crafts, gift kiosks, and a good variety of eateries including takeout stands and full service restaurant. The City Market is a great place to stop for breakfast, lunch, dinner (Billy's Seafood Co) or a quick snack! Whether you're in the mood for fresh squeezed orange juice, fresh brewed coffee, bakery items, Korean food, Latin foods, salads, deli sandwiches, fish & chips, lobster, or ice cream, there's something to satisfy everyone's taste. The City Market Bell is rung each day at the opening and closing of the Market, pretty neat, eh. WEBSITE: http://www.sjcitymarket.ca/

The Market is certainly not a "centre d'extortion". Funny though. Rick and Michelle, along with…read moreHector (RIP), and everyone else involved in the early days, human or otherwise, were nothing short of awesome. Forty plus years of awesome in fact. The new owner is equally as cool as Rick, although there is no canine presence, which is probably a good thing in the PC world we seem to live in now. The new store is completely different from the old Market but also quite the same. You can still buy papers, bongs, flags, t shirts, pins, buttons, and much more. Records are back too, in a big way, and there are even turntables available (not always). Remember, this isn't 1985, and this isn't the flea market. The prices reflect that. Get over it and enjoy yourself inside this gem of a shop, and bring your blunt smoking/record buyer friends too.

This is not the store it once was. It is a messy, sad shadow of its former self. The consignment…read morehas taken over, and it's all overpriced, underwhelming and dated. The passion for the business just isn't there.

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Dots & Loops combine everything that I love about Inkwell, the Independent Mercantile and Duly…read moreNoted into one beautiful shop. I've only actually been once, but it was enough to make me swoon. I mean...I've been following them on social media for ages and have drooled over their photos, but now that I've been inside, yep, it's love. I love that just about everything in the shop is made in Canada, and there is so much love for local Nova Scotian artists too! I could have bought a car full of goodies - Rifle Paper Co journals? Adorable prints? Jewellery dishes shaped like woodland animals? And then the jewellery itself that is just so gorgeous, it's hard not to want a little bit of everything. The store is packed full of goodies in every space available, but it doesn't feel cramped or crowded. The set up is perfect for browsing in a crowd (even though I was there in the off-season). I can't say enough about this charming shop! I can't wait to go back.

Just. YES. After a…read moreday of shopping the south shore, inundated by stereotypical 'maritime' crap that I just can't get down with, I almost let out an audible cry of happiness when I walked into this brand new addition to the Lunenburg scene. The modern, open and bright space really let the products on the shelves shine rather than forcing customers into an awkward stumble through overpacked aisles of random nick-knacks. Within seconds of seeing all the inspiring and adorable prints, handmade pillows and stuffed toys, quirky greeting cards and stationery, and tons more, I knew I was in trouble. Much like a similar store in Halifax (Love, Me Boutique), I just wanted it all. And that's okay...because every purchase helps support a legitimate local artist or crafter which makes me feel MUCH better about gift-giving than just picking up your average mass-produced 'Authentic Nova Scotian' anything. Besides, there were so many great products available for less than $20 which makes it easy to do some damage without having to hate yourself for it later. I will absolutely be back. Hopefully soon and often.

Neat new little gift shop in the heart of downtown on the busiest strip for shopping…read more Interesting knick knacks and such. The store used to be a clothing store, and instead of demo'ing the change rooms, they decided to use them for showcasing different things. One is a local artists work, another is a tarot card reading room (frequented by a reader who has a residency here), and another pays homage to a neighbourhood bar famous for its green bathroom that patrons liked to take selfies in, local flavour that you would need to be a local to know about, or just be inquisitive like us! This business is a covid offspring, born out of possibilities, imagination and ingenuity. It shows the resiliency of the local business people and helps to inspire others. Worth a look-see when in the area!

I bought some really cute earrings here, and visited a few times to see all of the really cool…read moretaxidermy. They have some really fun fandom stuff and very unique things! I love the skulls and the enamel pins they have, the quality of them is amazing! And I really enjoyed how calm and inviting it is in the shop! I love that they change the window skeletons outfit!

I visited this charming little shop in Bridgetown today. While primarily a women's apparel store…read morethey had a nice assortment of gifts and home decor as well like towels, candles, and greeting cards. Trudy the owner was such a pleasure to chat with. This business is a great addition to Bridgetown.

This is a small gift shop on Digby's Water Street that sells lots of locally produced items such as…read morepaintings, drinking mugs, wood carvings, baskets and other handmade goods. They are attractive and fairly priced, we thought, and some of the art work on the walls is especially well done. It's a friendly shop, and we happily came away with some mugs and a handful of small, colorful knick-knacks.

This place is amazing! I sent flowers to my Mom for her birthday and asked for the "florist…read morespecial", which means the florist gets to pick the flowers. The arrangement was spectacular and my mother said she had never an arrangement so beautiful before. I am so grateful to the shop for the amazing arrangement and I'll definitely be back!