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    The Franklin Shops

    3.7 (47 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Jo S.

    I love the concept of the Franklin Shops- various small stores displaying creations by lots of local artists under one roof! This store is huge! It has a huge variety of merchandise, a bit of everything: accesories, home decor, clothes, souvenirs, art, etc. The quality differs, so do the prices. Anyone can find something here, either you get something for yourself or need to buy a present. The store has an extra floor, so allow time to explore! They even have nice, clean restrooms on the ground level! The gals working here are super nice and welcoming! Such a fun place to shop at!

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    Judy S.

    Hidden little jem of a shop. With very interesting items. It is located downtown Ft Myers, Fl. From the outside, the shop looks smaller, but it is not small. It actually has two floors. Inside the store, different vendors have stations all around this store. Items like soap, jewelry, art work, crystal, and clothing are what you will find here. What makes the store interesting is the artistic twist some of these items have. This is a good place to get a taste of the local talent. I was surprised by the number of crystals this place has. A big section, just for it. They had some pretty large quarts. I like rose quarts and was happy to see them here. On the second floor, they had art work and some were funny. I liked the metal sculptures. The second floor was my favorite section here. I enjoyed the interesting, artistic shops here in Ft Myers. I think this shop was one cool stop.

    I love this place. So cute and fun. The workers are so kind and they keep it fresh inside

    Ariel W.

    The Franklin Shops is located in a historic building that was built in 1937 for the Franklin Hardware Store. It is one of the few art deco buildings on First Street in the historic district. The front façade of the building is vitrolite, Carrara Glass which makes for the elegant store front. The hardware store stayed until the 1960's and then it became the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. Today the Franklin Shops is a two story shopping emporium offering a mix of jewelry, clothing,, art, furnishings, accessories, beauty, and gifts. There is so much to look at here and I wanted a lot of it. It is great for the shoppers because they can find a wide range of items in one place but it also benefits the retailers who can lease a space in here for less money than opening their own store. I had a wonderful time shopping here and stayed for much longer than I planned on. I actually came back later on in the evening to buy even more gifts. I was able to find two beautiful necklaces for a friend and an aunt's upcoming birthday and then I purchased an initial necklace as an early birthday present for myself. I can't stop thinking of the pearl rings that looked they were in a mermaids treasure box. The salesgirls were helpful but not hovering. When you select your items you take them to a central register to purchase. They packaged everything so nicely for me, wrapping the soap in tissue paper and putting the jewelry in gossamer green string bags so I don't even have to wrap them. Love, love, love this store.

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    Bruce K.

    This is a neat little shop. All sorts of cute, clever, interesting and arty tchotchke things. It's more treasure store than department store. Really cool! Mom really enjoyed her shop here and of course, bought a pair of earrings. Lots of other gifty gifts. Don't miss the art gallery area on the second floor. [Review 10793 overall, 561 of 2019.]

    Arianna A.

    The Franklin Shops is housed in a beautiful building in the historical district up downtown Fort Myers. The art deco-inspired building pulls you in and once you step through those doors the wonder continues. This shop offers two stories of unique and some one of a kind items There is a great mix of retail including clothes, jewelry, furniture, art, beauty, and, accessories. They even had local honey! Vendors lease space to set up and price their merchandise and Franklin Shops provide the employees/cashiers to provide customer service and ring up the items. The store displays are beautifully arranged and I love the decor especially the doors of the dressing room!. I bought a few gifts and I bought myself some cute little earrings. The next time I'm in downtown Fort Myers, I'll be definitely making a stop here! I barely got out of there without spending my last paycheck :-)

    Emily P.

    A unique and creative co-op space/gallery in downtown fort myers. A great place to explore with a Boba tea in hand! (There's a cafe upstairs!) a wide mix of touristy stuff, art, and fine jewelry. There's always something new every time I stop in and always something I leave without knowing I ever knew I needed!

    Souvenirs, Wine, Clothes, Jewelry, and many beautiful art work

    So glad to stumble into this shop while waiting to pick up family from Regional Southwest Airport . Awesome one location, in The River District, featuring gifts from one hundred shops. We were delighted to be treated to wine tastings as well. If you are looking for unique souvenirs or gift ideas, you will find it here !

    Jessica S.

    So many talented artists and unique shops in one place! There is definitely something for everyone! By far the most fun & versatile shopping experience in Fort Myers!

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    The people there are very friendly very helpful. They have so many beautiful things jewelry clothing you name it.

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    Very nice place. I could wander around for about an hour. They have pretty neat stuff. The items are a bit pricey but worth it.

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