11AM - 5PM
36 ½, Union St, Manchester-by-the-Sea“If you’re visiting Salem, love Halloween, and like to wear all black then this store is a MUST visit. There were so many unique items that I haven’t seen anywhere else, and I could have spent hours in there. My friends and I visited over Halloween weekend but didn’t have to wait for too long outside, and were greeted by the friendliest staff. It has a dark and spooky interior which I loved and it really added to the overall shopping experience. I highly recommend this shop and we can’t wait to go back!”
“I purchased a purple wool shawl from here in the fall of 2022, absolutely love it. I love it so much I'm seriously considering traveling to here again from out of state to get another. I can't find any others like it online. I really wished they had them on their website so I could order online or something. But oh well. The shawls are visible outside their storefront on google maps at least. Vouch.”
12 - 6PM
30 Church St, Salem“Amazing place! One of the places in Salem that aren't super geared towards tourists. No wands or harry potter T shirts. They have a lot of art from local artists and a wide selection of oddities, clothes and body products. The employee who helped us was really helpful and lovely and the music is there was really nice. We came from flying saucer who was only playing Taylor Swift, so it was a breath of fresh air lol”
10AM - 5PM
4 Market St, Ipswich“I found Betsy Frost Design in NorthShore Magazine days before a birthday celebration for my girlfriend. Betsy's bracelets were elegant and gave me the difficult decision of which one to buy. Oh yes, I also needed it right away. Betsy was very accommodating in offering me multiple solutions to my conundrum. It arrived on time and is perfect. Thank you”
“Beautifully curated, unique & thoughtfully designed. We Dream in Colour is a gift to the North Shore. It's a destination location for one of a kind gifts, and a true experience each time you walk in. These are the storefronts you daydream about entering, where you enter the doors and are whisked away into something whimsical, ethereal and beautiful. If you are looking for a meaningful, one of a kind gift for someone you love - this is the ONLY place to go!”
“We’ve been working with Chris from Tetrault’s for over eighteen years, and couldn’t recommend him highly enough. His inventory is broad, covering classic designs through contemporary choices. He has a wonderful habit of learning the tastes of repeat clients and making suggestions based on previous purchases and conversations. His prices are very fair, particularly for the quality of the jewelry he carries- you get to see what you’re buying, try it on, talk about where it came from and how to care for it- a night and day difference from random internet purchases. Finally, always a smile and a kind word upon walking in! We hope to be able to continue to work with Chris for many years to come.”
10AM - 6PM
186 Essex St, Salem“I went there on Wednesday 12/27, trying to figure out the perfect stones for my journey. The staff was nothing more than wonderful! They were patient, kind, considerate, and extremely professional. They were the greatest help on my quest and it made my entire trip worth it! I found the perfect stones and THEN SOME! I found EVERYTHING I could possible want and more. I must have spent over an hour looking at all the precious items in that store and I felt NO PRESSURE ( I had felt bad because I didn’t want to feel like a burden or a pest), in fact, they encouraged me and helped me with any thought or question that came into my mind, and I was definitely scatterbrained that day. I ended up with a HUGE collection of awesome stones and automatically started to feel their presence. The staff on shift on Wednesday and Tuesday were the best. The prices were great too because you got your bang for your buck and still could go back for more and not break the bank! I highly recommend this store if you want to start your precious gem, jewelry, stone, ANYTHING collection. GO GO GO”
11AM - 6PM
6 Central St, Salem“We have been to Salem so many times, and somehow I never noticed this incredible shop until this past weekend, and now it is my new very favorite store! It is an absolute wonderland of beauty, and is filled with items to delight those of us with quirky little vintage souls. My whole family loved it so much that we stopped in, shopped, and returned a second time for a few more items when we were leaving. I'm already daydreaming about my next trip there so I can stockpile more whimsical wares!”
11AM - 6PM
244 Essex St, Salem“Vamfangs was a small boutique shop but it was very unique but at the same time it was right to the point. Anything dealing with vampire fangs and or vampires all together they sold here. They had costumes as well. Very neat place to stop and walk through.”
11AM - 6PM
180 Essex St, Salem“Bill and Lynn are amazing! My sister bought me my favorite ring there last summer, and I have been looking for an extra just in case. I reached out to them and they were good enough to give me plenty of options and ways to send it. I'm so happy to know I'll never have to be without my favorite piece of jewelry again. I highly highly highly recommend them, and their whole shop!”
12 - 6PM
26 New Derby St, Salem“I can not say enough good things about this shop. It’s homey feel and awesome unique products speak for themselves. Stopped by and had the honor of meeting the lovely human behind Shindig! So excited to see her and the shop again on our next visit to Salem!”
“I never know what I’ll find when I pop into Sista’s. A Kate Spade clutch? An L.L. Bean anorak? A killer pair of Jimmy Choos? The original Sista, Kathleen, curates a thoughtful and well-stocked mixed bag of clothing, footwear, and accessories – all steamed, tagged, and merchandized with the shopper in mind. Some days, I hit the Jackpot with the perfect Frame jeans. On other days, I’m not so lucky; it’s just someone else’s lucky day. On all days, I’m greeted with a smile by Kathleen, always standing, ready to welcome the next visitor and possibly her dog. Until now, I rarely bought from or contributed to consignment shops. Sista’s changed that for me. Stop by; your perfect find awaits!”
10AM - 6PM
189 Main St, Gloucester“I had a vision for a custom piece for a big birthday. Marge and Neal helped every step of the way from design to a beautiful, one of a kind ring! Excellent guidance and knowledgeable, professional customer service. Thank you!”
“The Rustic Mandala is a beautiful, cozy boutique filled with unique home decor, furniture, fixtures, local soaps and accessories. I stopped by and was blown away with all of their beautiful items. Their prices are reasonable and you will be compelled to leave with a beautiful new piece for your home. I highly recommend this shop, and am looking forward to returning in the future. Definitely make the time to check it out when you're in the area.”
12 - 6PM
78 Wharf St, Salem“I decided to hop over to Salem on a Sunday afternoon after a conference ended. It was a cold and rainy April day and lots of places had already closed but I saw this place had their lights on from a distance. I hopped through the ran and was so happy I did! It was such a quaint place with the friendliest owner and really cute stuff, not just decor but bath and skincare things too! I will definitely come back when I get to explore Salem on a longer visit.”
10:30AM - 6PM
135 Main St, Wenham“I had pieces of jewelry restored at Nazir’s and have found the owner Emily to be incredibly kind and professional. The craftsmanship and attention to detail that they provide is better than any jeweler I have been to prior. If I could give Nazir’s a 1,000 stars I would!!! Highly recommend!”
“this is such a whole in the wall stop if you're ever looking for some great deals on shoes, clothing, jewelry purses, etc.. the owner is such a kind welcoming human and is so nice to chat with while you look through all the little things in this awesome little shop. I'm from Kansas and today was my third time going (i went twice the last time i was in massachusetts because i just love this store so much) I have been looking forward to going here since i arrived here. It's the little things of being nice that just make my heart melt. I will always stop in this place whenever get the chance & you should too.”
10AM - 6PM
6 Front St, Salem“This place has some of the best styles. I have a very busty figure and was shopping with super slender friends and we all found things we liked. The owner was so friendly. Would definitely recommend for those who enjoy layers and neutrals and others with curvy/full figures along with slender individuals”
10AM - 6PM
47 Enon St, Beverly“I brought my necklace there to get repaired and the customer service was amazing, the lady who helped me was very nice and knowledgeable. Fair price I will definitely go there again.”
10AM - 5PM
85 Washington St, Marblehead“SUCH A QUIRKY, WONDERFUL CLOTHING STORE. LOTS OF BEAUTIFUL THINGS, SCARVES, EARRINGS, SKIRTS. SO NICE.NICE OWNER, PLEASANT TO DEAL WITH. LOTS OF FRESH & INTERESTING DRESSES, SKIRTS, ETC. ALL THE TIME. GREAT STORE! FABULOUS SCARVES.”
9:30AM - 6PM
191 Essex St, Salem“We stopped in here as they had gifts for anyone visiting the area. What I enjoyed about the place was that they had a lot of shirts for me to choose from. I'm a 3XL and they had many different options to choose from. Something that I'm not used to and found a orange shirt and boom for halloween. Everyone that worked here were pleasant and friendly.”
10AM - 5PM
142 Washington St, Salem“stopped by while shopping around in salem and i had the best time! there were so many different options for jewelry and cute little trinkets. everyone was so sweet and helpful. i tried on about 8 different rings before settling on the one i chose and they were very patient and happy to chat. there were so many different affordable rings in a huge range of sizes. i definitely recommend checking it out for really any jewelry needs!!”
“I have been visiting Carmen for years now and have not had anything but perfect. I had a ring that just would not keep losing stones and Carmen correct this problem. He is such a doll. He is just nothing but a professional, friendly, kind , etc.”
1:30 - 5PM
141 Main St, Gloucester“I've had multiple very good experiences here getting prints framed. The owner is always helpful and my framed prints look great. The price seems fair. If you are visiting Gloucester there is a lot of Gloucester "stuff" here you'll probably enjoy. The owner and staff have always been friendly to me. Located in the middle of downtown on Main Street.”
“I won't post the items and treasures because that's yours to explore in person. This place is a museum that you can pick from with a wager. Enjoy if you find yourself in Ipswich.”
“I was so lucky to find this shop during a family vacation. I remember walking by and being absolutely captivated by the selection of signature orbs in the window: particularly a golden rutile orb. I worked with Elaine who was extremely patient and accommodating, happily arranging to ship this beauty back home to the West Coast. I've worn this necklace all summer and receive many compliments- it goes with everything! I'm so glad I found this store and will certainly be back for another orb or two. Thank you!!”