Many parents are looking to make playtime a little more educational. Phillips Toy Mart understands and offers a variety of toys that encourage your child to learn while playing. You'll find the best selection of games, puzzles, ray guns, yo-yo's, dolls, and larger items such as wagons and bicycles. Collectors of action figures will love the Star Wars displays, and train buffs are in for a real treat as well. Parents of toddlers will be especially pleased with the large selection of toys suited for little tykes.
This gigantic shopping and entertainment facility called Opry Mills combines 200 stores, restaurants and event venues. You can shop the whole day long at specialty and discount vendors such as Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Bass Pro Outdoor World, Zales Diamond Outlet, Old Navy, Off 5th Saks 5th Avenue and Bath & Body Works. Your taste buds are in for a treat too, with a diverse food court and 10 full-service restaurants including Music City Buffet, Rain Forest Café, and Dickey's BBQ. You'll be entertained at every corner with Regal Cinema 20, IMAX Theater and live musical performances daily.
With all the shopping choices Nashville residents and visitors have, how does a shopping mall set itself apart? By offering the stores people want and a few they can't find anywhere else, that's how! Find your favorite fashions at Louis Vuitton, Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Express, Crabtree & Evelyn and more. At Mall At Green Hills, look for specialty items at Pottery Barn and Z Gallerie. A 16-screen cinema offers entertainment options, and dining options like Ruby Tuesday and the Cheesecake Factory nourish hungry shoppers.
The Hip Zipper carries nothing but retro wear. From biker jackets to bell bottoms, you will find everything you need to make a fashion statement. This trendy store also sells dinner jackets, ball gowns and costume jewelry among other items; however, be prepared to do some sleuthing. You must look closely through the many stacks and racks of clothing to find the real treasures. The inventory changes quickly, so check back often.
Operating in a former gas station, Imogene & Willie specializes in custom-fitted denim products. The friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you pick the best jeans cut for your body type and tailor it to give you the ideal fit. They offer a variety of pants cuts to suit every taste. In addition to their denim selection, Imogene & Willie also offers boots.
This obscure alleyway is one of the top shopping destinations in Nashville thanks to its many eclectic shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants. Hidden amongst the new shiny buildings of downtown, The Arcade is a historic industrial building with large skylights overhead lending an outdoor feel, lined with shops and eateries. This shopping destination is quite popular during the lunch and early evening hours due to its proximity to the downtown business area, so plan your visit accordingly.
Carissa's Armoires and Antiques is the perfect place to shop for something special to spruce up your home. This Hillsboro Village shop features beautiful antique armoires of all shapes and sizes. These gorgeous pieces make any dressing room or bedroom special. In addition, Carissa also carries an enormous selection of tables, chairs and buffets from various periods. There are more than 6,000 square feet of fine furnishings to browse through, making this shop a required stop for anyone who's redecorating.
Located along Jefferson Street, Alkebu-Lan Images has been Nashville's best source of African-American gifts and books. You can find books by today's top authors and most other titles can be specially ordered. Besides a wide range of books, the store also has a chunk of jewelry, gifts, apparel and more. The store has original artwork and signed lithographs depicting positive messages for today's urban community. Empowerment is the major theme in everything sold here, from books to art to gifts. In December, the shop has a great selection of Kwanzaa cards and decorations. So stop by and you will be tempted to buy hoards of goodies!
The Old Time Pickin Parlor is a specialty shop selling music instruments such as banjos, guitars, mandolins and other related accessories. If you are keen on buying vintage accessories, this shop has a collection of vintage items as well. Some chairs are placed in the center of the shop where shoppers can play the instruments before finally picking it up.
For a gift that's a little out of the ordinary, select one of the many New Age items from this metaphysical shop. Purchase tarot cards, minerals, books, candles and Wiccan accoutrements. Aromatherapy candles and oils help create a relaxing atmosphere in your home, and the selection of New Age music and sounds on CD provide hours of serenity. Also, attend classes and workshops in meditation, transcendentalism and psychic abilities, scheduled throughout the week.
Candy and peanuts, two American favorites, are in abundance at this little sweet shop. Located in Nashville's downtown Arcade, Peanut Shop satisfies the sweet tooth. Tins housing peanuts of all varieties make delicious gifts, as do popcorn and assorted nuts. Specialty items such as chocolate-covered peanuts and Jelly Belly brand jellybeans seduce the sweets lover in all of us. Pick up a bag of nuts and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of this neighborhood candy store.