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Richmond is the place to be for shopping. From grand shopping
malls to specialized boutiques, Richmond offers a wide variety
of goods
to suit anyone’s fancy. Here's some of what the city has to offer.
Carytown
Richmond’s oldest outdoor shopping area, Carytown, offers
a unique shopping experience. Covering several blocks of Cary
Street, the renovated historic buildings, trendy shops, eclectic
stores,
and lively restaurants and cafes invite people from all over
Richmond to pack the sidewalks. Whether enjoying homemade ice cream,
popping
in one of the thrift stores or looking for a one-of-a-kind vase,
there is always something fun to do in Carytown.
Libbie and Grove On the Avenues
Located in the West End, “On the Avenues” provides
outdoor shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes all in a comfortable
walking
distance of each other. Whether you are interested in a day of
antiquing, picking up something for your child at one of the
children friendly
stores or getting a manicure and a quick bite to eat, you can
rest assured that your experience will be a pleasant one. To learn
more
about Libbie and Grove On the Avenues, visit www.richmond.com/localguides/avenues.cfm.
Stony Point Fashion Park and Regency Square
Stony Point Fashion Park is a mix of fun, food and great shopping.
Bringing such stores as Saks Fifth Avenue and Louis Vuitton to the
Richmond area, the park offers an outside setting creating a fun
and open atmosphere for shoppers. Whether you want to browse through
the stores or enjoy a delicious meal at one of the fantastic restaurants,
Stony Point Fashion Park has it all. In conjunction with Stony Point
Fashion Park is Regency Square, a 25-year tradition of shopping and
enjoyment. Offering a diverse selection of stores, this mall continues
to play a key role in the Richmond shopping experience. To learn
more about Stony Point Fashion Park and Regency Square, visit www.shopstonypoint.com.
Short Pump Town Center
Short Pump Town Center provides an atmosphere of sophistication
with its wide selection of stores and restaurants. Offering a
wide variety
of stores, the center is a shopping treasure located in the West End
of the city. Whether you are interested in shopping, grabbing
a quick bite to eat or attending one of the center’s many
events, there is something for everyone. To learn more about Short
Pump
Town Center,
visit www.shortpumpmall.com.
Chesterfield Towne Center
Chesterfield Towne Center, located in central Chesterfield County,
offers over 100 stores, including specialty shops. Sip on a cup of
gourmet coffee while shopping for not only clothes but home furnishing
and health products as well. To learn more about Chesterfield Towne
Center, visit www.chesterfieldcenter.com.
Grocery Stores and Food Options
Richmonders never have to worry about lack of grocery options.
Whether it’s shopping at the locally owned Ukrop’s; visiting
one of the national chains such as Kroger, Winn Dixie or Food Lion;
buying organic foods at specialty stores like Ellwood Thompson’s
Natural Market; taking home some international flavor from the European
Market; or enjoying fresh, homegrown products from the 17th Street
Farmers’ Market; all provide something to tempt any taste
bud. And, those are only a sample of what Richmond has to offer.
Ukrop’s
Having several locations around Richmond and the surrounding counties,
Richmond’s very own Ukrop’s is a one-stop shopping experience.
While you wait for your prescription to be filled at the Ukrop’s
pharmacy, you can pick up needed groceries, grab a deliciously prepared
dinner for two from Ukrop’s kitchen, and pick out some fresh
cut flowers. To learn more about Ukrop’s, visit www.ukrops.com.
Richmond Grown:
17th Street Farmers’ Market
Located in historic downtown Richmond, this long-standing tradition
of the open market provides fresh, homegrown products to the
public. Shoppers can find anything from herbs, beef and poultry,
cheeses,
breads, oils and vinegars, and more. To learn more about the
17th Street Farmers’ Market, visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com.
Richmond Organic:
Ellwood Thompson’s Natural Market
Located in popular Carytown, this organic food
grocery store provides a wide variety of foods for any palate.
While grocery
shopping, take a moment to browse their prepared food area, where
you will find pre-made meals that you can eat there or grab and
go. To learn more about Ellwood Thompson’s Natural Market,
visit www.ellwoodthompsons.com.
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