Anyone who thinks there isn't very much diversity in the capital city has obviously never gone Carson City shopping! The downtown area is a hotbed of cute little shops including art, antiques, boutiques, books and other specialty items of all sorts. Just the names alone of these offbeat stores is enough to put a smile on your face. Close by and near the main street, the tone reflects the wild and wooly gambling history of the city, with coin shops and small businesses carrying artifacts of yesteryear. Just a little bit south, past the business district, you'll find shopping centers with stores and shops that cover all your needs, from high fashion to cowboy clothing and sporting goods to dry goods. And the city is larger than it looks to someone just driving through. There are so many nooks and crannies offering shopping opportunities that you never know what you'll find when you turn the corner. Musical instruments? You bet. Comics and collectibles? No problem. Clothing? Souvenirs? Home supplies? Harley gear? Computers and tech? Furniture? Pet supplies? If you can name it, you can find it in Carson City, shopping on or off of the main strip. The biggest problem isn't whether it's here; instead, it's how to choose from among all the options.
Carson City Shopping Specialties
Something that may surprise visitors when they go Carson City shopping is the ethnic diversity that we offer in our little Western town. The history of the Silver State is one that includes contributions by many different people of different origins and nationalities, and this is reflected in the shopping opportunities you'll find here. A tour of our shops and stores is almost as good as a history lesson at the state museum!
World Market is the retail chain store carrying imported goods of all kinds. There are home furnishings like furniture, decor, rugs and lamps as well as...read more
Costco Wholesale is a warehouse chain that is for members only. Selling many items in bulk quantities, Costco is known for its low prices and huge selection...read more
This family-owned gift shop has been operating in Carson Valley for more than two decades. It's full of interesting items, and you might find Christmas...read more
Cowboys Liquor is a local and Old West-themed liquor store. The store's stock is massive with whiskey ranging from imported scotch to handles of bourbon and...read more
Crimson Moon in Carson Mall, like its Lake Tahoe counterpart, is a boutique like no other. Self-described as a metaphysical gift shop, Crimson Moon will...read more
CV Sports is the only full-service ski and snowboard shop in the Carson City area. It's the locals' go-to for season-long equipment rentals, offering a...read more
Dahl's Pharmacy is your neighborhood place for medical needs. The pharmacists are friendly, helpful and care to get to know you. You'll find over-the-...read more
East of Carson City in Mound House, locally owned Deja Vu Again specializes in oddities you can purchase, from necklaces with real scorpions molded within...read more
Desert Plains Mercantile is a rare kind of gift and specialty shop in North Carson City. The store specializes in handmade bar soaps made with top...read more
For more than two decades, Distinct Ink has been bringing award-winning tattoo art to Carson City. Offering body piercing as well, its artists are...read more
DJ's RV Center is your first stop before exploring the RV parks and campgrounds of Northern Nevada. On its lot DJ's has a selection of new and used trailers...read more
Tucked away just off of Fairview Drive is Dog-Eared Books, an independently owned recycled bookstore. The bookshelves reach up high and the space is small,...read more