You could spend a couple of hours at Joe Saglimbeni Fine Wines and still not see everything. The 5,000 square feet of space are divided into 10 rooms, which are stocked to capacity with more than 4,500 wines and spirits - also including cigars, gift baskets and wine and cigar magazines and accessories. The daily discounts are outdone only by the weekly specials. The friendly staff honors you like they would a guest in their home and they'll gladly and expertly answer all of your questions. Call for a schedule of complimentary wine tastings featuring selections from Texas, California, Washington state, Oregon, Chile, Argentina, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Hungary, New Zealand, Australia, Italy and South Africa. It's all here under one roof!
Javelina Harley Davidson is where you go when you know you're a motor-head and you want to be associated with the best. Here at this Harley shop you can learn, buy, ride, make, add and see everything Harley. The shop trains those who are new to their world, sells parts to those who need a change and also have on display the newest Harley in the market. Everything you need to keep you on the road on your Harley, you can find here. Do check their website or contact them for details.
This little shop is such an inspiration. Even if you don't buy any of the handmade greeting cards, you will surely want to create your very own. The selection of plain and fancy papers is mind boggling, and the assortment of rubber stamps is extensive as well. Apart from the paper products, you can also choose wonderful smelling candles by Yankee and potpourri by Joy Jowell. There are even some Texas scents such as San Antonio Spice and Texas Piney Woods. This is the perfect place to find a truly unusual card or gift.
The Alley on Bitters has housed San Antonio's most unique collection of locally-owned and operated specialty stores for more than 35 years. What began as a place for artists to showcase and sell their work has turned into a popular contemporary retail center. The center has several shops, restaurants, salons, and a yoga studio.
This bookstore calls itself the "how to improve your life bookstore" and it offers plenty of items to help you do just that. Located on Blanco Road just north of downtown, the store is an oasis of New Age harmony situated along a busy street. The store is filled with books on spirituality, UFOs, metaphysics, alternative health and healing. It stocks New Age accessories such as wind chimes, incense, crystals, tarot cards, scented massage oils and a large selection of cassette tapes on spiritual subjects. Classes, readings, counseling and seminars are also offered.
The city's premiere mall, North Star draws shoppers from all over the state and from as far away as Mexico. Anchored by Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Dillard's, the mall is also home to smaller stores such as Talbots and the Disney Store. The mall bustles with activity year round and even offers valet parking during the holiday season.