Few mountain towns make browsing this easy. Between Vail Village and Lionshead, more than a hundred storefronts sit within a handful of walkable blocks, so shopping in Vail means strolling cobblestone streets with the Gore Range in view instead of circling a parking lot. When you stay with Vail Spa Condominiums, the shops begin about where the sidewalk does.
Where to Start Shopping in Vail Village
Vail Village is the heart of the retail scene, with boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops tucked along the pedestrian walkways.
- The Golden Bear has been handcrafting its signature bear jewelry in a Vail studio since 1975, and the design has become a quiet emblem of the valley.
- Gorsuch was founded by two members of the 1960 U.S. Olympic ski team and still stocks premium ski wear, après-ski fashion, and European home goods.
- Kemo Sabe is the place for Western luxury, including hand-shaped hats, boots, and sterling silver. Watch your hat get steamed and shaped while you wait.
Gear Up in Lionshead
Lionshead Village leans practical and sporty, which makes it the smarter stop when someone in your group forgot a jacket. It is also the closer of the two villages to our front door.
- Burton’s Vail Square store carries snowboards, boots, and outerwear, with Smartwool merino layers a few doors away.
- Arc’teryx technical shells and packs suit anyone heading toward higher elevations.
- Vail Ski Base is our preferred partner for rentals, ski boots, and more. Their expert staff will fit you right for the mountain conditions.
- Charlie’s T-Shirts is the dependable stop for Vail logowear and easy gifts.
- Rocket Fizz keeps kids happy with retro candy and soda while the rest of the group shops.
Keepsakes, Art, and Family Finds
Souvenir shopping in Vail goes well beyond logo sweatshirts.
- The gift shop at the Colorado Snowsports Museum stocks ski-themed books, art, and memorabilia, and admission to the museum itself is free.
- Village galleries carry fine art, photography, ceramics, and handmade jewelry from Colorado artists.
- In summer, the Sunday market on East Meadow Drive fills with produce, food vendors, and local artisans.
Browse the full shop directory to map out your afternoon.
Come Home to Vail Spa
A shopping day works better when you are not hauling bags back to a car. Our Lionshead location puts both villages within an easy walk, and our two- to four-bedroom luxury condo rentals in Vail, Colorado, give everyone room to spread out afterward. Each vacation rental includes a full kitchen, gas fireplace, and private laundry.
Once the bags are unpacked, unwind with our resort-style amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas. Ask the concierge about an in-room massage while you are at it.
Ready to plan your Vail shopping weekend? Review our current specials or call 877-570-8892 to learn why Vail Spa is one of the best places to stay in Vail.