These downtown districts are full of small, unique shops, and the streets are lined with festive holiday lights and décor, making them the perfect destination for Christmas shopping! Find your new favorite store, or grab a special gift for that not-so-easy-to-shop-for person on your list.
Main Street, Washington
Washington, Indiana’s charming Main Street is home to several boutiques and gift shops. One can’t-miss store is the Chandelier Barn which is currently stocked with tons of vintage holiday goodies! While you’re out, be sure to grab a delicious coffee from Cherry Ghost Coffee.
Corydon Courthouse Square
Indiana’s first state capital city goes all out on charming holiday décor for the season, making for a festive shopping experience. This historic downtown is home to the state’s first capitol building (grab a tour if you have time!) and lots of unique shops such as Backroads Market Indiana, Collections of the Homeplace, Magpie Avenue, and Chestnut Street Market. Don’t miss Zimmerman Art Glass, located a couple blocks away on Chestnut Street.
Downtown French Lick
French Lick’s downtown shopping district is home to cafes, gift shops, boutiques and even an artisan wood carving store! The incredible French Lick West Baden Museum can also be found here, so make some time to swing in. Even more shops can be found inside the historic French Lick Springs Hotel just up the road.
Huntingburg’s 4th Street Shopping District
Huntingburg might be best known for its vibrant 4th Street Shopping District. This street is full of unique shops, delicious restaurants and cafes, and even a craft brewery!
Jasper Courthouse Square
In Jasper’s historic courthouse square, you’ll find kids’ stores, a top rated book store, multiple chocolate shops, and clothing boutiques catering to both men and women.
Main Street, Vincennes
Visit Main Street from 1st to 6th Streets for lots of shopping opportunities in Indiana’s first city. The street is also home to art galleries, a delicious bakery, a coffee shop, and several must-try restaurants.
Princeton Courthouse Square
Around Princeton’s historic courthouse square, you’ll find charming shops like Peony & Pine and Little House of Yarn among many others. While you’re there, grab a drink at Port Side Coffee Company or a slice at Susan Bobe’s Pizza.
Main Street, Tell City
Find clothing stores, hobby shops, sweets shops, and antique stores on Main Street in downtown Tell City. Just a couple blocks away on 7th Street, visit the Tell City Depot for lots of unique Indiana-themed gifts.
Downtown Jeffersonville
Downtown Jeffersonville around Spring Street is home to thrift stores, boutiques, gift shops, and Schimpff’s Confectionery, which was just named the best candy store in the country! Swing by the SoIN Visitor Center at Spring and Market Streets for special Southern Indiana themed gifts!
Downtown New Albany
Located just west of Jeffersonville, New Albany’s downtown district has boutiques, bakeries, candy stores, thrift stores, artisan candle shops (including a candle bar where you can DIY your own creations!), and more. Continue the day with a holiday tour of Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site, situated just a few minutes away at Main and 10th Streets.
Bedford Courthouse Square
The unique offerings at Bedford’s courthouse square include a leather shop, an art studio, and a holiday-themed store called The Twelve Months of Christmas!
Downtown Newburgh
The waterfront downtown of Newburgh, Indiana is a charming place to find gifts this season. Don’t miss Sweet Emotions Soaptions & Potions, The Barefoot Cottage, Oak Modern, and JO+CO. Stop by one of the cafes or coffee shops downtown, or enjoy a meal at Marida’s overlooking the Ohio River.
Santa Claus
No Christmas list would be complete without mentioning the town of Santa Claus! The town is full of Christmas stores, where you’re sure to find the perfect gift! Kringle Place Shopping Center features Evergreen Boutique & Christmas Shop, the Santa Claus Christmas Store, and Santa’s TOYS, If you’ve got a sweet tooth, be sure to stop by Santa’s Candy Castle located just a few minutes away on IN 245.
