Holiday Shopping Guide for Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

The holidays are almost here. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, the Washington, DC area has a wonderful selection of places to shop for unique gifts. Here are some suggestions of interesting places to shop for holiday gifts in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Downtown DC Holiday Market
December 4-23, 2009, noon-7 p.m. Located at F Street between 7th and 8th in front of the National Portrait Gallery in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of downtown Washington, DC. A unique seasonal shopping marketplace offers gift items by more than 50 local artisans including crafts, jewelry, clothing, prepared food and more.

Washington DC Gifts and Souvenirs
Looking for a gift or souvenir for someone who loves Washington DC? This guide offers lots of creative ideas for locals and visitors to the nation's capital.

Holiday Craft Shows in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia
See the schedule of a variety of arts and craft shows held in November and December in the Washington, DC area.

Museum Gift Shops in Washington, DC
Find unique gift items such as books, clothing, jewelry, videos, crafts, decorative arts, toys and more. Some of the museums even sell their memorabilia online!

Shopping for Christmas Decorations in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia
See a guide to the best stores in the area to buy Christmas ornaments, garlands, decorative lights, candles, and more.

Sports Memorabilia for Washington, DC Teams
Find great gifts for local sports fans with a guide to sports memorabilia for Washington, DC area sports teams.

Best Antique Shopping in the Washington, DC Area
Antique centers sell handmade crafts and unique gift items for the holidays. Find antiquing destinations with a variety of shops in Maryland and Virginia.

Outlet Shopping Malls Near Washington, DC
The outlet centers offer a wide selection of stores and the best prices on designer and brand name items from clothing to electronics to housewares.

Shopping Malls in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia
Step out of your own neighborhood and check out a shopping mall that you have not taken the time to explore.

Top Gourmet Food Stores in the Washington, DC Area
Find a wide selection of gourmet food and gift items from the region's best specialty stores.

Official White House Christmas Ornaments
Shop online for official, hand-decorated holiday ornaments of Washington, DC.

Christmas Shopping at Washington National Cathedral
The Greenhouse offers a wide selection of herbs, foliage, plants, gifts and Christmas decorations, (202) 537-6263. Books, music, statues, jewelry and other gifts can be found in the Museum Store, (800) 319-7073. The Herb Cottage is a gift shop featuring a variety of home and garden accessories, dried herbs and specialty teas and foods, (202) 537-8982.

GateHouse Holiday Shop at Claude Moore Colonial Farm
6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean, Virginia (703)442-7557. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving Day). Find a unique selection of 18th century reproduction toys, housewares, jewelry, toiletries and more. All proceeds benefit the Farm’s educational programs.