Shop In Durham

From one-of-a-kind boutiques and makers’ markets to independent dining and farm fresh food, your shopping adventure awaits.

You'll be amazed by the vast selection of charming shops, specialty boutiques, local artisan studios and farmers’ markets. Whether you are on a shopping trip in one of our downtown districts, or just “out and about” exploring the countryside, there is something to fit everyone’s style.

Explore beautiful apparel, handmade artisan fare, cool vintage items, unique home décor, and so much more at a local retailer or farm in Durham Region.

Discover amazing local shops, meet shop owners and support the community when you shop in Durham.

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Ways to shop local in Durham Region:

Boutiques and Makers' Markets

Support local artisans by shopping local at a multi-vendor marketplace, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind retail experience exploring the best locally-made items, including artisanal goods, food, clothing, art, jewellery, and more.

Markets Ontario, Bowmanville
The Cove, Port Perry
The Makers Hub, Whitby
Unique Town Boutique, Whitby
Picks and Giggles, pop-up locations

Experience the timeless charm of boutique shopping across Durham Region:

The Lemonade Stand, Uxbridge
Bean and Basket, Ajax
Pink Lemon Decor, Bowmanville
Hometown Heart Store, Cannington
That Place on Queen, Port Perry
The Bridge Social, Uxbridge
Gather, Bowmanville
Words on Wood, Whitby
Shirley's Country Clutter, Beaverton
Petit Nordique, Bowmanville
Turquoise, Whitby
Brooklin General Store, Brooklin

Downtowns of Durham

Support main street businesses and preserve our vibrant communities by shopping local in our fourteen distinct and diverse downtowns. In the centre of Durham's communities is where you’ll find boutique stores, independently-owned restaurants, coffee roasteries, gaming cafés and more.

Discover the Downtowns of Durham

Shopping Adventures

Durham Region’s rural routes are itineraries suited for weekend road trips or cycling adventures with shopping experiences along the way. Each itinerary is a mapped route of small businesses in close proximity to one another. Follow these routes to visit art studios, historical sites, farm markets, breweries, cideries and other attractions.

A Country Path
Backroads of Brock
Durham Region Barn Quilt Trail
Leaskdale Loop
Sideroads of Scugog
Uxbridge Beer and Cider Trail

Explore Durham's Rural Routes

Malls and Shopping Centres

Explore shopping and restaurants in one of our major shopping centres—home to global retailers, locally-owned businesses, pop-up events, maker markets, and more:

On-Farm Shopping and Farmers' Markets

Durham has an abundance of farm retailers and farmers' markets specializing in high-quality food grown in the region, including products ranging from beef and lamb, to honey and cider, to fresh fruit and vegetables. With more than 200 farms in the region, there is a huge opportunity to get to know your farming neighbours and enjoy fresh food. Take advantage of the local food that is being grown by your local farmers.