Best Gift Shops in Kittery, Maine

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But this gateway town to Vacationland offers more than chain store, mass-produced shopping.

Kittery, Maine is home to many small business entrepreneurs, artisans, and creatives—which means a huge variety of unique gift ideas just waiting to be discovered.

You just need to know where to look…and that’s why I’m here.

Map of the Best Kittery Gift Shops

This map of Kittery gift shops will make sure you don’t accidentally wander over to New Hampshire:

Just Us Chickens

I’m one of those folks that sometimes chooses wine because I like the label; same with store names.

This cooperative gallery/gift shop is a bright, cheerful space where you can select the perfect, handmade gift from the work of over 30 area artists.

From functional practicality to decorative whimsy—it’s all here, in every medium and form imaginable: Pottery, glasswork, woodwork, paper goods, ceramics, fiber arts, and jewelry. Wares are rotating, and there is always a featured artist of the month.

Location: 156 State Rd, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Just Us Chickens

FOLK

It’s clear that the high-quality products at FOLK have been curated with an eye for elegance, beauty, functionality, and simplicity.

Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to peruse the spa-like apothecary goods, gorgeous greeting cards, extensive home/office goods, apparel, and jewelry; you’ll certainly be able to assemble the perfect gift—and bring home a little something for yourself, as well.

Folk also has an adorable kids’ section, including books, clothing, craft kits, and more.

Location: 7 Wallingford Square #103, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: FOLK

Tayla Mac Boutique

This colorful, sunny shop feels more like a high-end spa than a retail store; it’s airy, uncluttered, and full of beautiful items that draw the eye from place to place.

Lively, quirky prints, pillows, and tea towels are arranged around pottery, bath and body products, books, clothing, and much more.

The folks at Tayla Mac are passionate about supporting up-and-coming artists—both local and worldwide—and only sell items that are ethically made.

Location: 72 Wallingford Square, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Tayla Mac Boutique

Kittery Trading Post

The Kittery Trading Post has been around since 1938 and has become a destination unto itself—kind of like the Disney World of outdoor goods—with two, sprawling stories of goods.

But don’t get me wrong—you’re going to find far more than fishing rods, outerwear, guns, and camping supplies here.

KTP also has loads of clothing, footwear, and Maine gifts; there’s even a candy shop featuring fudge and saltwater taffy.

Location: 301 U.S. 1 Route One, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Kittery Trading Post

Yarrow

The folks at Yarrow have worked tirelessly to build a business that “embraces your head, heart, and home.”

Stocked with delightful, bespoke gift items to help steer your energies into balance through alternative options, Yarrow is a safe, welcoming space, and the helpful people here are all about acceptance and empowerment.

They’ll guide you to what best fits your needs from their collection of journals, oils, crystals, home décor, candles, natural supplements, and much more.

Location: 23 Walker St, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Yarrow

Lost Coast

Are any peeps on your gift list into retro stuff? Prefer vinyl to Apple Music? Pack their lunch in a Doctor Who lunchbox? Then I’ve got the gift shop for you!

The store itself is an eyecatcher, for sure—a blocky, brightly-painted wonder that actually hides a message in its abstract design—and the interior is even more delightful.

Furniture, books, prints, albums, toys, figurines—and a boatload of other random, one-of-a-kind, vintage finds.

Location: 230 State Rd, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Lost Coast

Yummies Candy & Nuts

With over 10,000 pounds of yummies on display, Yummies is a local institution.

I have a dear friend who travels an hour each way just to get pistachios for her husband on special occasions—they’re that good.

Homemade fudge and chocolate, familiar and nostalgic candy from yesteryear, oversized cashews…there’s no way you’re leaving this shop empty-handed, whether with booty for your gift recipient or yourself.

Location: 384 US-1, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Yummies Candy & Nuts

Red Door Pottery Studio

Home to the “Handmade by Elaine” cooperative, the Red Door Pottery Studio started as a shop for the store’s namesake’s handiworks—handmade and wheel-thrown works of art and functionality.

These days, you’ll find a collection of other artists’ products here, as well. Prints, jewelry, home and garden items, stationery—so many gorgeous, hand-crafted items, so little time.

Location: 44 Government St, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Red Door Pottery Studio

When Pigs Fly Company Store

A restaurant—yes. A bakery? Absolutely. But a gift shop? Yes, again!

For kitchen-centric specialty foods and condiments—think oils, spreads, syrups, and sauces—as well as glassware and gift sets, you could easily assemble a unique basket for anyone on your list.

And if you’ll be giving said gift soon, why not add some of When Pigs Fly’s signature, artisan bread or baked goods?

Location: 460 US-1, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: When Pigs Fly Company Store

Book Warehouse

While these next three stores are technically housed in an outlet plaza, I felt they were specialized enough to warrant inclusion here.

The Book Warehouse is a great spot to curate a personalized, literary gift basket for pretty much anyone—and you’ll find more than just books to read, here. Journals, coloring books, puzzle books, how-to craft books…you get the idea.

Location: 345 US-1 Suite P31, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Book Warehouse

Go! Calendars, Games, & Toys

Located in the same strip mall as the Book Warehouse, this store is another fantastic option for a specialized gift need. And, yes—there are plenty of toys for kids here.

But, as the name implies, you’ll find a gazillion fun and functional gift ideas for everyone else, too: Calendars, books, stationery, games, crafts, novelty items, products for home and office, and décor.

Location: 345 US-1 P007, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Go! Calendars, Games, & Toys

Locally Handmade

Featuring the work of over 120 artisans and crafters from the area, Locally Handmade gives you a one-stop option for unique, handmade-in-Maine gifts.

From quirky items that make you giggle to objects that delight the eye—select from jewelry, apothecary goods, home/kitchen goods, clothing and accessories, specialty foods, and more.

Location: 345 US-1, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Locally Handmade

Kit & Supply Company

Offering “everything you need to get outside and play,” Kit & Supply Company is a next-level shop for kids and the folks that love them.

The environmentally responsible products are created ethically, and pretty much every item in the store foments outdoor adventure and enjoyment.

All manner of rugged clothing, arts & crafts, games & puzzles, books, totes, and far more can be found here—perfect to elicit that cry of delight when the young recipient opens their gift.

Location: 9 Government St, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Kit & Supply Company

Zapapa

Zapapa is where you can find breathtakingly gorgeous, handmade apparel, home goods, and décor from around the world.

Choose from brilliantly colored, unique throw pillows, linens, rugs, artwork, and sculptures for that international traveler on your gift list—and leave with a shopping bonus: you’ll feel as though you’ve just returned from a world tour after experiencing this dazzling shop.

Location: 66 Wallingford Square, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: Zapapa

We Fill Good

The products and services at this women-owned shop will provide you with the perfect gift solution for any sustainable living-minded people on your list.

Featuring all-natural cleaning products (for body and home) in refillable, reusable packaging, We Fill Good is all about letting go of single-use packaging.

They also offer an impressive collection of plastic-free travel goods, bath & body needs, and kitchen items, all of which tick at least two of the company’s requirements for vendors, some of which include organic, sustainable, small business-made, cruelty-free, and use of recycled material.

Location: 42 State Rd #101, Kittery, ME 03904
Website: We Fill Good