Five Specialty Shops In Downtown Concord, NH, You Must Visit

Specialty Shops In Downtown Concord, NH - Photo By Tracy Lee Carroll

Five Fantastic Specialty Shops In Concord, NH

Concord, NH offers visitors and residents an urban atmosphere with a small-town New England vibe. With vibrant galleries, fine dining, unique shopping, and quaint historic downtown, Concord is the perfect place to spend a weekend strolling the streets and shopping in its many unique shops.

Here are five must-visit specialty shops in Concord where you'll find delicious sweets, The perfect book for sitting by the fireplace, and a whole lot more!

Gibson's Bookstore • 45 Main Street, Concord, NH  (603) 224-0562

Since 1898, Gibson's has been Concords indie bookstore and the oldest continuously operating retailer in the Concord area. Since its beginnings, Gibson's has worked hard to reflect and enhance the community by offering the best in intellectual entertainment. No matter what you're looking for, whether its a classic, a cult favorite, or a great beach read, Gibson's will usually have the right book for you!

The store also hosts over 100 events every year, bringing in national superstars and local talents alike. In 2003 Gibson's partnered with local independent toy store Imagination Village to bring a truly unique retail establishment to Main Street. Whether it's a great read, great coffee, or toys to spark your kid's imagination, you'll find it all at Gibson's Bookstore!

Pitchfork Records & Stereo • 2 South Main Street, Concord, NH  (603) 224-6700

If you're a music lover, a vinyl collector, or looking for that special CD or DVD, Pitchfork Records is Concord's number one music headquarters! Specializing in both new and used CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records, Pitchfork also carries an extensive and eclectic selection of new and used vinyl. Along with thousands of CDs, DVDs, and records in stock, you'll also find a variety of stereo equipment and new turntables.

Independently owned and located in downtown Concord since 1973, Pitchfork Record's owner has 40 years of business and music store experience. With its team of knowledgeable employees, Pitchfork cares about the community, customer satisfaction, and the local music scene. They can help you find anything you're looking for and are happy to play a track or two if you'd like a brief preview before you buy.

Granite State Candy Shoppe • 13 Warren Street, Concord, NH (603) 225-2591

If you have a sweet tooth, you need to make the pilgrimage to Granite State Candy Shoppe! Established and managed by the Bart family in 1927, for three generations, Concord families have been shopping at Granite State for all their confectionary needs! The store remained an unchanged time capsule of 1930's Concord until its recent expansion in 2004 when the entire store and candy kitchen were renovated and expanded.

Every day the same delicious chocolates, candies, and nuts are prepared the same way they were made in the 1930s using the same time-tested recipes, techniques, and equipment. With products ranging from gourmet and specialty chocolates, chocolate bars, candies, nuts, fudge, and maple products, a trip to Granite State Candy Shoppe is every sweet tooth's dream!

Viking House • 19 North Main Street, Concord, NH  (603) 228-2038

The Viking house has become a downtown Concord destination for those in the know! Featuring a fantastic selection of Scandinavian and European gifts. If you're looking for the perfect gift for that “hard to shop for” friend, relative, or coworker, Viking House is the place to be.

The store also features a variety of items made in the US that Europeans would love. Whether you're shopping for an upcoming wedding, holiday celebration, or treasure for your special someone, you'll find it here. If you're looking for a new culinary treat, make sure to check out their extensive assortment of imported European specialty foods.

Bona Fide Green Goods • 25 North Main Street, Concord, NH  (603) 227-9007

Bona Fide Green Goods is an earth-friendly boutique that is a one-stop shop, specializing in affordable green products. From natural baby care and fair trade gifts, to safe housewares and silicon travel mugs, Bona Fide provides a little bit of everything for sustainable living.

Their products are carefully selected to fit high eco-friendly standards. Plus, they value thoughtfully crafted, responsibly made goods so you can rest assured that you are doing the right thing for your body and Mother Earth. They also offer unique souvenirs to help you remember your a New Hampshire trip!

These five unique specialty shops offer visitors and residents alike an incredible selection of interesting and delicious finds! Whether you're shopping for the perfect gift, or just shopping for yourself, next time you're in Concord, NH, make sure to check out these five great local retailers!