This is my favorite go to when I need a unique gift or something special for a holiday. Always has…read morelocal goods so if you want a piece of Asheville, this is where you should go.

I loved my time at Duncan & York! The customer service was amazing! The lady behind the counter…read morewas so friendly and helpful. She told me it's two friends that own this shop and one of their moms works there too. This shop is a whole vibe and worth spending enough time to see all the unique items. I was able to find gifts for everyone in my family. Great stuff! Can't wait to visit again.

This shop used to be in Biltmore village until the whole area was washed away in the hurricane…read more They opened downtown and carry local products made by local manufacturers and artists. The staff was very friendly and helpful. If you still need a few things for Christmas, come to the mountains and help. Everyone I talked to said they need people to come back. Not everything is open but a lot is. Come help out and get some cool stuff. My wife got some pottery that is for heating brie.

Loved their stuff! Not a typical souvenir shop at all, and lovely things for sale. Super cute…read moreshirts made with quality. The shirts are worth it! Disappointed that there weren't more mugs to choose from. Even more disappointed that the mug I chose had the decal flip over and peel within a few months of owning it.

I was looking forward to visiting this store and it was all I was expecting and more!…read more Cards, stickers, pins, games, trinkets and more. One child just couldn't handle all the cuteness, he yelled "I want it!" Then promptly had a nuclear-level meltdown. Same, kid, same. I feel you. I scooped up some miniature things, my friend had pens and notecards. Honestly, that kid's mom should have said, "Whist!" which in Irish or Scottish dialects means "Hush!" or "Shut it!" There's so much to see here. This is a fun shop.

A gift shop with so much character!…read more I don't know how they manage to jam so much amazing gift and art into their shop, but i love to go there to see it all, from wrapping paper to jewelry to books to cards. Perfect place for the quick gift, and the staff is fresh and will gladly help you locate that special thing you're looking for even if you don't know what you want. Local as well as out-of-area art and creations curated so well, it's almost like a museum of kitsch and wonder!

Delicious and nice staff Prompt service and conveniently located ...will be back soonread more

Such a neat little store. So many fun trinkets and paintings, jewelry, etc. Fun to browse and treat…read moreyourself to a gift of maybe someone in your life deserves a little something.

I am so happy we went in here. I wasn't sure what to expect - I was thinking more semi-museum, part…read moreinfo center with a few pieces from local artists for sale. But, it was packed with unique, locally made art goods (95% Asheville artists, 5% Tennessee/Kentucky they say) that were awesome AND affordable. Pottery, wood carvings, textiles, Christmas ornaments, cookware, glass art, paintings, and more. I liked most everything I saw, and again, it was artistry that wouldn't break your bank. The customer service was so friendly, and the nice lady working really wanted to connect with us, and also tell more about the artists who made some of the different art. Informative, funny, kind - she was great. I would recommend this to EVERY Asheville tourist looking for something unique to take home, rather than junky trinkets made in China that you can find in every American gift shop.

It's got very pretty art and we enjoyed our visit. The art they sell is extremely expensive.read more

Stopped by on a day trip to Asheville. They have tons of cool stuff at great prices. Plus even…read morethough I live in Anderson they gave me one of their cards and they deliver to your house!

This place is amazing. You could spend hours looking at all the stuff that they've curated. I…read moreespecially liked their blended teas. They had one for Sample and I bought a package as well as a lot of other goodies.

A nonprofit worthy of your patronage. Each & every artisan's arts & goods give back to improve…read moretheir country's wellbeing. Art, baskets, crafts, clothing, jewelry & pottery. Quality handmade products aimed at giving back & providing unique gifts to your family, friends or yourself. All volunteers work here. Deanie & Tracy were friendly, knowledgeable & very informative of all products. Custom & unique handcrafted baskets for 30-50 vs 100-300 dollars. Unique Jewelry for 20-40 vs 75-100 dollars. Lots to appreciate & like here, plus giving back to help others. Check it out! Mustang USMC Retired

This store is probably the best ever to shop at in Asheville…read more It feels wonderful as soon as you walk through the door. There are so many amazing things to see and everything is fair trade! They not only help struggling villages all over the world but I just love the fact that it is being done right here in Asheville! Try the coffee, it's so good! Oh and by the way, Incite Coffee beans are roasted in Asheville so you're also supporting locals as well! In these crazy times Ten Thousand Villages makes you feel safe. They have hand sanitizer, implement the mask rule, social distancing and put in a brand new store wide air filter system. Christmas, birthday or 'Just because' is a must to find unique and amazing gifts for everyone in your special circle. The staff goes out of their way to make sure you have a great shopping experience. I love this special place and highly recommend them!

A must-see blend of history, style, and soul. This stunning 1929 Neo-Gothic landmark wraps up…read moreboutique shopping, local art, and delicious eats under one gorgeous glass-topped corridor. Wandering through the halls feels like a stroll through Asheville's heart. From unique gifts and artisan jewelry to cozy bites and killer coffee, it's the perfect place to discover something special and soak up the city's charm all in one place. The architecture alone is worth the visit

Grove Arcade is like an indoor shopping mall mixed with a modern packing house in the heart of…read moredowntown Asheville. The historic architecture is beautiful and definitely catches your eye from the outside, but unfortunately that's where the excitement ended for me. Visiting on a Sunday afternoon, the building felt surprisingly quiet. There was very little foot traffic, and many of the shops had few or no customers, giving the space an empty atmosphere rather than the lively marketplace I expected. It's very disappointing!! Parking is another downside. There's no free parking nearby, so you'll need to use metered street parking or pay for one of the public parking garages if you're driving. I prepaid 1.5 hours and was out of the building in less than half and hour.