SHOPPING IN PETALUMA
FROM CHIC TO UNIQUE, FIND IT IN PETALUMA
Shopping in Petaluma couldn’t be easier or more enjoyable. Looking for a signature piece to complement your stylish wardrobe? Seeking to add that special art piece to your abode? Whether mom is on the hunt for a vintage brooch, dad needs a a new hat, or your kids guilt you into a toy store visit, Petaluma can satisfy every kind of shopper.
SHOP DOWNTOWN PETALUMA
Our downtown area is a shopping haven featuring dozens of one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and galleries. Explore the walkable shopping area where the architectural gems of the 1800s house many one-of-a-kind specialty stores, including retro to fashion-forward clothing and fabulous finds for your home and garden. Boutique and independent stores are a vital part of the special character of Downtown Petaluma. Don’t miss the annual Holiday Open House & Marketplace happeing in early December. Shop local and find the best bargains!
Toy stores and candy shops will surely keep the kids entertained, and don’t forget your four-legged family members as our downtown welcomes them too. No need to rush to grab a latte, glass of wine, or a delicious meal at one of our restaurants – parking is free all day in both of the downtown parking garages.
Be sure not to miss our downtown Theatre District. Theatre Square features boutiques, restaurants, and abundant free parking. The Theatre District also hosts summer outdoor concerts.
Shop dozens of art and antique galleries, specialty boutiques, and enjoy the best of Wine Country cuisine or just grab a quick bite to eat. Park free on the street or in one of the downtown garages.
ANTIQUE SHOPPING IN PETALUMA
Historic, walkable Downtown Petaluma offers the discerning buyer 15 city blocks of incomparable treasure-hunting adventure. Extending from the Petaluma riverfront to Keller Street, retailers purvey items that span the mercantile spectrum from the charmingly utilitarian to the genuinely exotic.
Claiming more antique stores per capita than any other Bay Area city, Petaluma has a reputation among interior designers and casual collectors as their go-to shopping destination. Whether you’re looking for a 19th-century farmhouse table that seats 12 or the perfect object d’art to complete a tabletop vignette, one of Petaluma’s downtown antique galleries is certain to have just what the designer ordered.
Spend the day treasure-hunting for art, furniture, jewelry, and collectibles. But pace yourself! There are many more unique items to be discovered at Chelsea Antiques, Opera House Collective, Petaluma Collective, Sienna, Summer Cottage Antiques, and Yankee Girl Antiques, to name just a few. We also have a printable list of antique stores.
THE PETALUMA OUTLET MALL
Sometimes unique is what you are looking for; other times, it’s brand names. The Petaluma Village Premium Outlets is a destination unto itself for savvy shoppers looking for great deals on the best national brands. Less than five minutes’ drive from downtown, this mall has an impressive collection of the finest brands for you, your home, and your family. There are over 60 stores to fill your closet and home- such as Adidas, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Coach, Gap, Kate Spade, Levi’s, Michael Kors, Nike, Saks Off 5th, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans, and more..
To see all of the great stores offered here, visit the Petaluma Village Premium Outlet stores map.
PETALUMA FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Picture this . . . you’re outside, the weather is perfect, and you are casually strolling rows of white-tented booths, chatting with vendors, and browsing to see what catches your eye. The street has a block party vibe. It’s a very different shopping experience than the typical “rush in, rush out” trip to the store…and so much more fun!
Because visiting Petaluma is all about having a good time…even when it comes to shopping . . . the Event Calendar is filled with fairs and festivals that bring an array of unique merchandise to the heart of historic downtown. The fall and spring Antique Faires, Art & Garden Festival in July, and three farmers markets are just a sampling of the shopping delights to be experienced in Petaluma.
MORE SHOPPING OPTIONS
SHOPPING CENTERS
Petaluma is home to many shopping centers. All but the last two in the list below are located on North McDowell Boulevard or East Washington Street. We have highlighted some of the shops found at each.
East Washington Place: Target, BevMo!, Dick’s Sporting Goods, TJ Maxx/HomeGoods, PetSmart, Sprouts Market, Ulta
The Plaza South & The Plaza North: CVS Pharmacy, Lola’s Market, Raley’s Market, Ross Dress for Less, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Petco, Trader Joe’s
Washington Square: Safeway, Hallmark, Pet Food Express, Staples
Redwood Gateway Shopping Center: Kohl’s, Five Below, Michaels, Tuesday Morning
River Plaza: Grocery Outlet, Dollar Tree, Boost Mobile
Leghorn Marketplace: Safeway, Great Clips
Petaluma Gateway Center: Lucky’s, Warhammer, UPS Store
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