Half Moon Bay Shopping

Awash in natural luxury, the sensational coastal town of Half Moon Bay seduces droves of tourists each year and treats them to some of the most exquisite restaurants and fantastic stores around. You won't find major retailers or department stores in Half Moon Bay; instead, this charming town is home to independent shops, quaint family-owned stores and striking galleries. From high-end boutiques to quirky surf shops to spiritual bookstores, Half Moon Bay truly reflects the playful and eclectic personality of Northern California. Searching for a one-of-a-kind piece of near-priceless diamond jewelry? A hand-woven hat made out of hemp, perhaps? In a laid-back atmosphere, visitors and locals can stroll into one of the boutiques on Main Street to purchase just about anything artistic in nature. There are also a variety of local festivals and markets where artisan goods and unique crafts can be found.

Half Moon Bay Business Directory

Find local Half Moon Bay shops and retailers.

Half Moon Bay Shops and Shopping Districts

Main Street - Downtown Half Moon Bay

Historic downtown Half Moon Bay is the place to go for everything from sightseeing to antiquing. Many of the area's original buildings, hailing from the late 1800s, are lovingly maintained and still in use, providing travelers with an opportunity to explore history while shopping. Main Street, the heart of downtown, is lined with quaint cafés, high-end restaurants, upscale galleries and dozens of wonderful shops. Pedestrian-friendly and richly diverse, Main Street's small-town charm and variety caters to shoppers of every ilk. The La Piazza shopping center, located at the corner of Main Street and Miramontes Street, is home to several shops and holiday boutiques. Most notably, La Piazza is home to Half Moon Bay Wine & Cheese, which carries over 700 wines and features daily wine tastings.

Strawflower Village Shopping Center

Away from the chaos of tourism and the popularity of Main Street, many locals find their shopping needs met at Strawflower Village. A quaint neighborhood shopping center, Strawflower Village is where you'll find Safeway, Longs Drugs, US Bank, Mailboxes Etc. and a variety of other specialty service shops. There is also a Jamba Juice, a Subway and a Starbucks.

Half Moon Bay Markets

Shopping at Half Moon Bay's markets provides not only a chance to find some of the most unique treasures you'll ever find, but also a glimpse into the thriving artistic and agricultural community of this beautiful coastal town. The Coastside Farmer's Market, which runs every Saturday from May through November, showcases local produce, wines, foods and homemade crafts. The Half Moon Bay Coastal Flower Market, which runs the third Saturday of every month, features a fantastic selection of fresh flowers and plants from local growers.

Half Moon Bay Festivals

When in the mood for something fun and different, try to catch up with one of the annual festivals hosted by Half Moon Bay. Most notably, this vivacious coastal town is the proud host of the world-renowned Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, a Halloween and harvest extravaganza that draws over 50,000 people with world-class artwork, sensational cuisine and, of course, some of the world's largest pumpkins. The Sweets by the Sea festival, which is run by a local nonprofit childcare center and takes place on the first Saturday of May, is a celebration of everything sugary from local bakeries and restaurants.

SMCCVB Featured Half Moon Bay Businesses

Doodledings

265 Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019; Tel. 650.560.9355

Both a canine bakery and boutique, Doodledings is an unique shop specializing in providing luxurious one-of-a-kind items for your pampered four-legged friend.

Main Street Goldworks

542 Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019; Tel. 650.726.2546

Whether treating yourself to something glamorous or wooing that special someone, Main Street Goldworks is a favorite for producing excellent quality jewelry for every occasion.