Outpost Gold &amp; Gem Mining

This was my favorite giftshop I found. It was tucked away in the back, but worth looking for. There…read morewas a great selection of souvenirs at fantastic prices. I got the cuttest magnet at the best price out of any of the shops. There was a cute gem mining station near by along with a giant bear and life size garden knome. Great photo opportunities!

A big shop with lots of different types of stuff: T-shirts, jewelry, stones, toys. I bought a…read morecanvas tote with folk music instruments on it, some postcards, and a magnet. The tshirts are all bundled up so check them before you buy because my boyfriend just went by the size but when we got home and he unfurled it he realized it was a long sleeved women's tee and was too small for him ...so new shirt for me!

Jewelry

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Lindenhaus Imports

Cuckoo clocks, wood carved figurines, matroyshka dolls and more. We bought a little Viking teddy…read morebear for my boyfriend's mom, who collects teddies. Lots of enamel pins here as well.

You can find quite a bit of authentic German goods at Lindenhaus Imports from authentic…read moreNutcrackers, Cuckoo Clocks, Steins and Smokers. Great place to find some unique and handcrafted gifts.

Lindenhaus store! Most home feeling store out here! Make sure to stop by!

Farmer's Daughter Cuckoo Clock

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Knick Knacks Shoppe

(3 reviews)

Super kind and fun to watch them carve out candle. I will come back. It was a little hard to find…read morethe shop it well worth it.

This place is a hidden gem. They have gorgeous candles made in house, which you can watch if you…read moretime it right. It's really tucked into the back of an alley. We saw a sign that led us back to find it. The city doesn't have anything else like it, and it's worthwhile.

Hand carved candles are here in Helen!

Candles

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Other handmade candles too

The Little BoHo Shop

(4 reviews)

0.6 mi

i love love loveeeeeeee alyssa she was super sweet and helpful. it felt like i've known her for…read moreyears and she loves her job and it shows.

The cutest whole in the wall boho shop ! The lady was super nice while and there's everything for…read moreeverybody great location to get gifts and something for yourself too ! Greta value for all the gifts and the cutest home decor as well!

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Anna Ruby Falls Gift Shop

This is a small gift shop that is next to the entrance of Anna Ruby Falls. The gift shop itself is…read morerather small. Due to COVID-19 restrictions they only allow six customers in at a time. The store sells most typical gift shop flare: t shirts, stuff animals, mugs, postcards, books; things of that nature. Nothing in the store really struck my attention, but I did get a postcard and a Smokey the Bear magnet. Might as well, right? I love a gift shop, but this one doesn't really hold up in comparison to others. It's nice overall, but nothing too amazing that you'd feel bad about missing. Save your money to some other place, but hey, I'm not telling you how to spend your money.

Small little gift shop at the base of the walk to Anna Ruby Falls. It had some interesting books…read more(mostly about the area and wildlife) and some cute t-shirts and then some more kitschy souvenirs.

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Nacoochee Village Antique Mall

Large antique store with 3 floors. They had a large variety of items, and we spent probably an hour…read morelooking around. In addition to home goods, they also have tons of steins, perfect for Octoberfest in next door Helen!

Very cute and reasonably priced items. Lots of nooks to explore. Highly recommend checking it out.read more

Two floors!

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Alpine Fantasy

3.2

(9 reviews)

Immediately upon entering the front door there is a prominent sign saying "did you close the…read moreF.door". An unnecessary implication of a swear word There were multiple other signs around the store that I couldn't tell if they were poorly worded or meant to be rude. It felt like an unwelcoming place to be.

If you're looking for love locks, this is the place! (You will see them on a sculpture across from…read morethe store as well as down near the troll bridge.) You'll also find all the standard souvenir stuff like shirts, magnets, etc.

Alpine Fantasy, Helen GA

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The Lavender Cottage & Garden

This is an older review of a couple of months, but I was perusing my photo album and I stumpled…read moreupon these pictures of this lovely shop. The cottage is located in a selection of specialized shops, it's a short drive outside of Helen (Georgia). The owner of the shop was the one to great us upon arrival and they gave us a tour of the interior and the small farm adjoining the shop. Before this shop I thought I hated lavender, I was dead wrong. The smell was herbal and floral- sweet not overwhelming. The selection of goods featured many items harvested fresh from the garden or hand dried. Even though it was a specialized ship the prices felt comfortable, with a lot of items available for under 20 dollars. The owners shear enthusiasm for their work made me happy and comfortable to be a patron.

"L is for the smell of lavender..." you know that song? Well you'll be singing it after a visit to…read moreThe Lavender Cottage and Garden! This adorable little shop has everything lavender you can think of: neck pillows, essential oils, satchels, even sugar cookies and soda! Who could ask for more? The shop owner is so, so friendly and will answer any questions that you may have. My favorite thing to buy here is the Lavendin essential oil. It is the most potent and relaxing smelling (sorry about all the infinitive use lol) oil that I've purchased anywhere. The owner said the lavendin oil is stronger smelling than the lavender oil. In addition to the lavender goods, this cottage also sells clothes, the cutest baby things, and jewelry. And there are chickens in the garden area so don't forget to go say hi to them. Just remember to watch your fingers ;)

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The Mason Jar Shoppe

(6 reviews)

0.6 mi

Coffee and gelato? Yes, please! The passion fruit gelato is absolutely out of this world, and the…read moremaple pancake latte was truly a work of art. Their menu is full of tempting flavors, and they even offer non-coffee options like teas and chai. The café is in a very cute spot in downtown Helen, within walking distance of all the shops. The staff is wonderful--Joey helped us out, and another team member went out of their way to be accommodating and informative about my latte (which I really appreciated because of my health needs). Great staff, very clean, and seriously tasty drinks and snacks. Highly recommend checking them out!

Best shop in Helen and a MUST VISIT when going through town. Unique, locally crafted gifts at every…read moreprice point. Home goods, custom maps, candles made by the Mason Jar and they smell amazing! Helen ornaments and magnets, soap scrubs, hilarious socks, hats and so much more. Check out the store and take a photo in their big blue chair outside! Across from the roller coaster. James is the owner, he's the best!

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It’s Just Peachy Boutique

4.0

(4 reviews)

Super cute and cool boutique! And the service was stellar. My sister bought a shirt dress and…read moresandals while I opted for the Inis diffuser and a mood ring.

I would like to start by saying how ridiculous it is that we are in 2025 and this place is not…read morehandicap accessible. It is SO disheartening to see places that do not offer accessible entrances for the disabled. You can have two entrances but not a ramp?? Absolutely disgraceful. We can shop small when we start including everyone!!

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Nacoochee Village Antique Mall

Large antique store with 3 floors. They had a large variety of items, and we spent probably an hour…read morelooking around. In addition to home goods, they also have tons of steins, perfect for Octoberfest in next door Helen!

Very cute and reasonably priced items. Lots of nooks to explore. Highly recommend checking it out.read more

Two floors!

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Poor Richard's Booksellers and Stationers

Cute neighborhood bookstore! Pretty good selection. They have all the new titles and huge kid…read moreupstairs section. Super friendly service everytime I come by. Only thing I'd like to see is more used books, for some cheaper alternatives.

They are the only independent bookseller in the region that offers physical gift cards, not…read moree-cards. Old people without emails can benefit and will have a little something tucked under the Christmas tree. Heart!

Walls of Books

(5 reviews)

43.0 mi

Love this store. Great people there. vast selection of books and more…read more If you like reading as much as I do, you will love their store credit that they offer.

This is such a cute used bookstore. I am a HUGE fan of books- all books, so when I found this store…read moreI was in heaven. The name is true- the store is filled with walls of books. Different genres great for all ages. They also have puzzles and mystery books for purchase. I cannot wait to return!