Of malls, Seattle has many, and post-Thanksgiving, these are transformed into glittering wonderlands, the atmosphere heady with festive shopping spirit. Pacific Place and Westlake Center in downtown Seattle offer well-loved stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. Across Lake Washington, Bellevue Square’s 180 stores include Macy’s, Nordstrom, and JCPenney. If that’s not enough for you, hop over the skybridge to Lincoln Square.
If you prefer your shopping independent and low key, check out Small Business Saturday, which encourages shoppers to support Seattle’s many local shops, boutiques, and markets. Browse one-of-a-kind handcrafted items such as guitars made from cigar boxes, artist-designed tees, and leather-bound journals.
Scour Seattle’s largest outlet mall for designer bargains at big names such as DNKY, Coach, and Ralph Lauren. Although they're a year-round destination, stores have extended opening hours and host big sales around Thanksgiving.
For gifts unique to Puget Sound, browse traditional Duwamish handicrafts in West Seattle. Lose yourself among native crafts, fine art, jewelry, and smoked salmon.