Where to Explore the Best Shops while in Dunedin, FL

Dunedin is a quaint city on the Gulf of Mexico that has many areas to explore and enjoy. Furthermore, Dunedin has a special culture that really gives travelers that relaxed and comfy feeling. The culture can be attributed to the many restaurants and shops that dot the landscape of Dunedin. Despite Dunedin’s proximity to large scale cities such as Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, this city has a small-town charm. This article will discuss where to find the Best Places to Shop in Dunedin.

What makes Dunedin so charming are the elements of Dunedin, especially its downtown area. Dunedin is a city with an abundance of sidewalks ,which connect the many shops, restaurants and businesses to the nearby neighborhoods. Moreover, the sidewalks make leisurely strolling throughout the city much more enjoyable for the mindful traveler.

Sidewalks are important because they can make the people of the city and tourists feel more connected. Also, if you are traveling with a large group or have small children, sidewalks can come in very handy. Additionally, sidewalks allow you to see things from a slower paced perspective. This is what makes Dunedin such an enjoyable place to shop and explore.

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The Best Shops in the Downtown District

Lafayette & Rushford

Home Goods Store

748 Broadway Suite 111

Layfayette & Rushford is a charming home goods store on Broadway street. This store sells many unique items that can serve as home décor, holiday décor, or personal care. They even have a baby section for that little bundle of joy you have or are expecting.

The shop has many unique souvenirs that will remind you of your trip to Dunedin, Florida and the surrounding area. Whether you are looking for an ornament for your Christmas tree, or a tropical decoration for your home, you will find it at Layfayette & Rushford.

At the time of our visit, my wife was two months pregnant and I had a difficult time separating her from the baby section. She was drawn in by the very unique home decorations. This was probably our favorite store to peruse as there really is something for everyone, from Holiday décor to personal care.

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Celtic Shop of Dunedin

Gift Shop

354 Main Street

Dunedin would not be the city it is today without its Celtic heritage, and what better place to find a little piece of Celtic heritage than the Celtic shop of Dunedin. The shop is right off of Main Street and the Pinellas Trial. The products in the shop represent traditional quality craftsmanship and Celtic heritage. Most of the merchandise is imported from Ireland, Wales, and Scotland. This could be considered a general store of Celtic products ranging from food to apparel.

My wife and I explored the store for a while and found some one-of-a-kind home decorations. We feel that this was another great store as the items are unique and difficult to find elsewhere, which makes for a more memorable experience. On a side note, every store we visited also seemed to have a children’s section, which to me says they promote families and community

The Best Place to Shop for Books

Back in the Day Books

Book store

355 Main Street

You cannot have a nice holiday trip without a stop at the local bookstore. This bookstore is one that will not disappoint. The bookstore is clean, well-organized and has those lovely nooks and crannies that only a true bookstore has. My wife and I love books, and bookshops like this one make us feel right at home.

Furthermore, we found that there was a wide selection of books ranging from popular to some of the rarer books. They even have a robust children’s section for your new or growing family. This store is another tribute to the unique and hominess of Dunedin, FL.

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The Children’s section is designed to promote reading with its numerous chairs spread out. It is also designed to create a calm ambience that encourages picking up a book and perusing through it while parents or other siblings are looking around.

Our House

Gift shop

475 Main Street

Our House is another wonderful shop that has exceptional gifts. This store offers some of the larger home items such as lamps, rugs, and even outdoor garden ornaments. Luckily, we are maxed out at our home on the large items, or we would have found ourselves decorating our home. They also have clothing, purses, and other apparel for women. This is great in case you forget to bring enough clothes for your trip. Furthermore, they have locally made jewelry and necklaces, which also make great souvenirs.

In addition, to the home décor they also offer candles and diffusers to give that added tropical vibe right in your own home. Furthermore, they have a nice selection of artwork that would go beautifully in any home and serve as another reminder of your travels.

Conclusion

Well, those are the best shops in Dunedin, FL. The above-mentioned shops are the ones that we personally visited and feel that the quality of their products, ambience and environment would be conducive to a mindful traveler bringing joy to your trip. Every vacation allows us the opportunity to engage in some sort of shopping for keepsakes, reminders, and other items of interest to bring home with us and build upon our family’s memories over the years. In addition to great shops, there are a lot of wonderful parks in Dunedin to visit along with many great restaurants. So, with that being said, Enjoy your journey and be mindful in this quaint city on the Gulf of Mexico.

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