9 Best Places to Go Shopping in Hilton Head Island

Harbour Town has more than 20 stores set against a stunning marina backdrop. Here you’ll find unique boutiques selling coastal-inspired clothing, jewellery, and artwork. If you’re ready for some stair climbing, there’s even a shop at the top of the iconic red and white Harbour Town Lighthouse in the heart of the marina.

There are some great food options in Harbour Town, with many restaurants serving freshly caught, local seafood. After a day’s shopping, you can dine outdoors in the yacht basin and watch the sun set over the calm water.

The Hilton Head Island Farmers Market is a popular weekly event for both locals and tourists alike. On the Coastal Discovery Museum’s Honey Horn site, this lively, outdoor market is a mix of regular and new vendors. Parking is free here, so you can take your time browsing the stalls. You’ll find fresh eggs, high-quality health and beauty products, local produce, meat and seafood, and delicious baked goods, such as cookies and bread.

If all the tempting food here makes you hungry, there are also food trucks on site. These change from week to week, and offer a variety of tasty food, including paella, Thai cuisine, and a local favourite, She-Crab Soup.

Main Street Village is a step back in time with small boutiques and family-owned stores. With lots of free parking here, it’s easily accessible and you can stroll along the beautiful, tree-lined avenues from one store to another. Here, you can find original home decor and accessories, clothing and sportswear, and unique personalised gifts.

There are also some wonderful art galleries here, as well as great dining options. You can choose from a wide variety of cafes and restaurants, covering traditional pub food, Thai, and Italian food. Locals also come here for the wide range of gluten-free options available.

Coligny Plaza Shopping Centre is close to the beach on the eastern coast of the island. It’s located in the area known as “City centre Hilton Head” and is home to more than 60 stores and restaurants. This mall is often busy and it’s popular with families thanks to its pirate ship play area, large duck pond, and numerous outdoor dining areas.

You’ll find all your beach essentials here, with stores selling sunglasses, swimwear, tote bags, and clothing. Right in the middle of the shopping centre, you’ll find Coligny Theatre. This large cinema is a favourite with locals, also hosting concerts and productions. Once you’ve finished shopping, you can hit the nearby beach or take in a show here.

The Shops at Sea Pines Centre is a fantastic collection of stores and restaurants at the southern end of Hilton Head Island, just a couple of miles from The Sea Pines Resort. Here, you’ll find some original gift ideas, including calligraphy and fine stationery, exquisite one-of-a-kind jewellery, high-end clothing, and organic skincare products.

Locals and tourists alike also come here for the weekly farmers market. Every Tuesday morning the delicious odours of freshly baked goods, sizzling barbecued delights, and fresh seafood fill the air. You’ll find a wide range of fresh produce here, as well as many original artisanal goods.

The Village at Wexford is an eclectic collection of over 30 stores positioned around 2 huge fountains and immaculately landscaped greenery. In this picturesque setting, you’ll find a wide range of upscale boutiques offering children’s clothing, tableware, and gifts. There are some unique and award-winning stores, including Hilton Head Oils and Balsamics, Le Cookery, and Gifted.

After a morning’s shopping at the Village at Wexford, you can pamper yourself at the luxurious day spa or dine under a palm tree on one of the many patios. There’s a British pub here, along with steakhouse and Mexican options. If you’re a fan of jazz music, The Jazz Corner is a popular venue and is open nightly.

Shelter Cove Towne Centre is a perfect mix of wide, palm tree-lined avenues, pastel-hued buildings and stunning views over Broad Creek. The village is a mix of well-known brands and unique stores selling clothing, jewellery, and local artwork. You’ll also find a large department store and health food shops.

Everything is accessible on foot here. Walking and biking trails have been neatly planned to cover the sprawling Shelter Cove Towne Centre, so you can breathe in the island air while strolling from store to store. There’s also a children’s playground and a large park behind Shelter Cove Lane which often hosts live music events.

Circle Centre is located on the southern part of the island, just a couple of blocks from the soft sands of Hilton Head Island Beach. This is a popular spot with both tourists and locals alike due to the clothing stores and the different choices of cafés and diners. You can relax and dine al fresco here with Mexican, Cajun, and Hawaiian options, as well as pizzas and burgers.

You can also hire bikes and surfboards in Circle Centre. Coligny Beach Park is nearby, so why not hire bikes and cycle the length of the leafy oceanfront here? The views of the beach are stunning and the family-friendly cycle paths are easy to navigate.

Tanger Outlets has not just one, but two malls next to each other that are easily accessible from the island via Route 278. For fantastic discounts and promotions on all the big names, you’ll need to head back over the bridge onto the mainland for just a couple of miles. You’ll find around 100 stores and restaurants here, including many luxury brands.

After shopping at both Tanger Outlets malls, you can dine in one of the many restaurants. There’s a wide range of cuisine available from fast food and freshly sourced seafood to Italian cuisine and family-friendly steakhouses.