Discover Charlotte’s Best Retail Therapy Spots

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AT HOME

7965 Lyles Ln NW; Concord, NC 28027 | (704) 307-2896

Aisle with colorful pillows at At Home home goods store

At Home is a great destination for shopping for all things home — decor, furniture, holiday decorations, patio furniture, outdoor lighting and so much more.


ATHERTON MILL

2000-2140 South Blvd; Charlotte, NC 28203

Exterior of Atherton Mill in Charlotte's South End neighborhood

Explore over 30 shops, restaurants and experiences at Atherton Mill. Retailers include Anthropologie, Bookout Blooms, Free People, Hey Sis! Boutique, Lululemon, Madwell, west elm, and others.


Barnes and Noble

4020 Sharon Rd; Charlotte, NC 28211 | (704) 364-0626

Barnes and Noble is the largest retail bookseller in the US, and the SouthPark location is one of the biggest in Charlotte. Browse two levels of books, toys, games, stationery, and other gifts.


Biggs Camera

805 S Kings Dr; Charlotte, NC 28204 | (704) 377-3492

Biggs Camera is Charlotte’s oldest, and now its only in-house film processing camera store since 1959. This full-service retailer specializes in new and used cameras, accessories, film development and rentals, catering to both professionals and hobbyists.


Birkdale Village

8712 Lindholm Dr #202; Huntersville, NC 28078 | (704) 895-8744

Signage for Birkdale Village in Huntersville, North Carolina

Birkdale Village is a popular, open-air shopping center known for its mix of retail stores, restaurants and entertainment, creating a village like atmosphere with residential units above the shops. You’ll find major brands like Apple and Lululemon to local boutiques, along with dining, a movie theater, and frequent community events.


Books A Million

8301 Concord Mills Boulevard; Concord, NC 28027 | (704) 979-8300

Shop Books A Million at Concord Mills for a wide range of titles for adults and children. You’ll also find an assortment of stationery, gifts, games and toys. Don’t forget to browse the sales tables.


Camp North End

300 Camp Rd; Charlotte, NC 28206 | (980) 337-4600

At Camp North End you’ll find a unique blend of restaurants, shops, art galleries, and creative businesses. Browse art galleries like BLKMRKT, fashion boutiques like VOYAGE, and unique shops for home goods, records, and stationery. You can also find custom hats, vintage clothing, and more. Plus, there is plenty of outdoor space for lounging and socializing or snapping awesome photos with a vibrant background.


Carolina Place Mall

11025 Carolina Pl Pkwy; Pineville, NC 28134 | (704) 542-4111

Exterior of Carolina Place Mall in South Charlotte

Anchored by major department stores like Belk, Dillard’s and JCPenney, along with Dick’s Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy, Carolina Place Mall also features a wide variety of other retailers, a food court and a children’s play area.


Charlotte Premium Outlets

5404 New Fashion Way; Charlotte, NC 28278 | (704) 523-8865

Charlotte Premium Outlets

Charlotte Premium Outlets is an open-air outlet mall in South Charlotte featuring dozens of stores including Nike Factory Store, Steve Madden OutletWhite House Black Market OutletBath and Body Works, Ann Taylor FactoryAldo Outlet, Banana Republic Factory Store, Cole Haan OutletExpress Factory Outlet, LOFT OutletMarc Jacobs, and more.


Concord Mills Mall

8111 Concord Mills Blvd; Concord, NC 28027 | (704) 886-5000

Concord Mills is North Carolina’s largest outlet and retail shopping center, featuring over 200 stores like Bass Pro Shops, Nike, and Michael Kors, plus dining and entertainment options such as AMC theater, SEA LIFE Aquarium and Dave & Buster’s. The area also has plenty of other places to shop right outside the mall, including DSW, Michaels, TJ Maxx Homegoods, Ulta Beauty, and more.


Crowtown Dispensary – Central

2419 Central Ave: Charlotte, NC 28205 | (704) 412-7121


Crowntown Dispensary – NoDa

3201 N Davidson St B; Charlotte, NC 28205 | (980) 202-4988 (Multiple locations)

Crowntown Dispensary offers a great selection of natural vegan gummies, THCA pizzas, and more. They also offer daily and weekly discounts and a points system to give discounts to regular shoppers.


Galleria Furniture

6445 Northlake Mall Dr; Charlotte, NC 28216 | (704) 979-6281 (Multiple locations)

Weathered light grey bedroom furniture with rug from Galleria Furniture in Charlotte, NC

Galleria Furniture stores feature a spacious showroom with sofas, sectionals, beds, dining sets, rugs, and other furniture. They also offer delivery and assembly services.


Hickory Furniture Mart

2220 US Hwy 70 SE; Hickory, NC 28602 | (800) 462-6278

Hickory Furniture Mart is a large furniture shopping destination a short drive from Charlotte in Hickory, North Carolina featuring numerous showrooms, outlets and galleries with a vast selection of indoor/outdoor furniture, lighting, and rugs from many manufacturers.


Hornets Fan Shop

333 E Trade St; Charlotte, NC 28202 | (704) 688-8326

Hornets Fan Shop interior

The Hornets Fan Shop is the official store for Charlotte Hornets merchandise, offering jerseys, apparel, hats, and more for men, women and children. You can shop online or at the brick-and-mortar location at the Spectrum Center.


IC London Lingerie

4310 Sharon Rd T13; Charlotte, NC 28211 | (704) 307-7955

IC London Lingerie, a boutique in Charlotte's SouthPark neighborhood

IC London is a full-service lingerie boutique known for its extensive selection of bras and expert fitting services, offering lingerie, sleepwear, and loungewear from various brands and price points.


Ikea

8300 Ikea Blvd; Charlotte, NC 28262 | (888) 888-4532

IKEA is a Scandinavian chain selling DIY assembly furniture, textiles, lighting and home decor.


The Market at 7th Street

224 E 7th St; Charlotte, NC 28202 | (704) 230-4346

Exterior colorful signs at The Market at 7th Street in Uptown Charlotte, NC

Support small business and shop at The Market at 7th Street, a non-profit food hall and community hub in Uptown Charlotte featuring diverse food vendors, shops, and artisans. Offers free parking validation.


Metropolitan

1111 Metropolitan Ave; Charlotte, NC | (704) 552-1700

Exterior of the Metropolitan shopping center in Charlotte, NC

Metropolitan is a modern, mix-use shopping center in Uptown. Retailers include Target, Trader Joe’s, Marshall’s, and Best Buy. You’ll also find numerous restaurants with skyline views of the city and a connection to the Little Sugar Creek Greenway.


Northlake Mall

6801 Northlake Mall Dr; Charlotte, NC 28216 | (704) 447-1744

Northlake Mall is a two-story shopping center featuring department stores like Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Belk, along with numerous other retailers, dining options, and an AMC movie theater.


Paddywax Candle Bar

1930 Camden Rd #130; Charlotte, NC | (704) 497-6099

Paddywax Candle Bar in Charlotte, North Carolina

Make your own candles and choose from a wide variety of vessels and amazing scents or purchase a ready-made creation at Paddywax Candle Bar.


Paper Skyscraper

330 East Blvd; Charlotte, NC 28203 | (704) 333-7130

A longtime Charlotte staple and local favorite, Paper Skyscraper is a great place to find unique gifts for everyone on your list, including yourself!


Park Road Books

4139 Park Road; Charlotte, NC | (704) 525-9239

Park Road Books, an independent bookstore in South Charlotte

Park Road Books is a well known independently owned bookstore, operating since 1977, offering a curated selection of new books, including bestsellers, children’s books, and works by local authors. The store is known for its personalized service and dog friendly policies.


Sephora – Birkdale Village

16835 Birkdale Commons Pkwy E; Huntersville, NC 28078 | (704) 885-1472 (Multiple locations)

Sephora beauty store at Birkdale Village in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Shop the latest beauty trends at Sephora and in the upscale Birkdale Village shopping center. Treat yourself to a haul of makeup, perfume, and skincare products.


The Shoppes at University Place

8931 J M Keynes Dr.; Charlotte, NC 28262 

Often called “The Boardwalk,” The Shoppes at University Place is an open-air shopping and dining center known for its lakefront boardwalk, diverse restaurants and mix of retail stores.


SouthPark Mall

4400 Sharon Road; Charlotte, NC | (704) 364-4411

SouthPark Mall in South Charlotte

SouthPark Mall is a premier shopping destination (the sole luxury shopping destination between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta) with over 150 stores including White House Black Market, Gucci, Warby Parker, Luis Vuitton, Vineyard Vines, Victoria’s Secrets, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Nike, Tumi, and others. New favorites include Alexander McQueen, Zara, CHANEL Fragrance & Beauty, Diptyque, Tudor and Vuori.


Ulta Beauty

8052 Concord Mills Blvd; Concord, NC 28027 | (704) 709-5606

Ulta Beauty interior

Browse, sample, and shop a diverse selection of cosmetics and other beauty products at Ulta.


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