DOWNTOWN

Downtown Mall
A visit to Charlottesville isn’t complete without a stop at the Downtown Mall, a vibrant collection of more than 120 specialty shops and 30 restaurants (many with outdoor cafes) housed in the historic buildings on and around old Main Street. Comprising eight blocks of brick paving and lined with magnificent tall trees it is one of the most beautiful and successful pedestrian malls in the nation.
Convenient parking in nearby garages and parking lots, as well as free trolley service connecting the Downtown Mall to the University of Virginia along West Main Street make a visit to the downtown easy for visitors of all ages.
SHOPPING DOWNTOWN
Ten Thousand Villages
Ten Thousand Villages presents extraordinary gifts, home décor, jewelry and personal accessories handcrafted by fairly paid artisans in developing countries.
READ MORESpring Street Boutique
A colorful and energetic women’s boutique, Spring Street Boutique provides clothing found on NYC’s fashionable Spring St right here in Charlottesville.
READ MOREThe Spectacle Shop Outlet
The Spectacle Shop Outlet offers expert optical service for over 30 years. including Rx eyewear, designer sunglasses and repairs.
READ MOREGearhart’s Fine Chocolate
Gearhart’s Fine Chocolate offers confections of uncompromising quality, forging memorable combinations of flavors and textures with artisan craftsmanship.
READ MORECville Smoke Shop
This old-fashioned smoke shop provides a great relaxed atmosphere. Bring in your favorite pipe and try one of the house blends or let the experienced tobacconists recommend the perfect cigar.
READ MOREC’ville Arts: A Cooperative Gallery
C’ville Arts: A Cooperative Gallery offers decorative & functional objects for home & garden, paintings, jewelry and more by local artists.
READ MOREAngelo Jewelry
Angelo Jewelry features an exciting collection of contemporary works by nationally acclaimed designers, ranging from high-end special occasion to fun everyday wear. Located on the Downtown Mall.
READ MOREMagpie Knits
Magpie Knits is a knitting, needlepoint and hand made gift shop on the downtown mall, specializing in exquisite knitting yarns and offer classes.
READ MOREThe Jeweler’s Eye
Jeweler’s Eye specializes in antique jewelry but offers notable new pieces too. Expert restoration, repair, and appraisal.
READ MORETuel Jewelers
Established in 1945, Tuel Jewelers provides a host of certified watchmakers, jewelers, silversmiths, stone cutters, and hand engravers to serve customers.
READ MOREThe Hip Joint
The Hip Joint offers activewear, yoga wear, and shoes for ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, hip-hop, ballroom and theater, plus leotards, tights and costumes.
READ MOREThe Men’s & Boys’ Shop
The only men’s clothing store on the Downtown mall, The Men’s & Boys’ Shop offers a large selection of current and traditional fashions.
READ MOREOyster House Antiques
Oyster House Antiques hosts a 13,000 square foot showroom featuring restored Qing Dynasty Chinese furniture and fine collectible accessories
READ MOREJoan Fenton Too
Joan Fenton Too offers a treasure trove of wonderful, whimsical gifts, from Baggalini handbags to infant clothing and toys.
READ MOREJ Fenton Gifts
Explore J Fenton Gifts using Step Inside, a virtual reality tour of over 700 Charlottesville properties from stores to restaurants.
READ MORE20th Century Vintage
Procured over decades of discerning curation, 20th Century Vintage contains a unique and diverse collection of fine art and furnishings.
READ MORELynne Goldman Elements
Lynne Goldman Elements is the vision of artist Lynne Goldman who curates jewels and objects from the most talented artists showing today. Located Downtown.
READ MOREDerriere De Soie
Charlottesville’s premiere lingerie shop, Derriere De Soie, carries shapewear, slips, chemises and cute matching undies for their 30A-42H bra offerings.
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