Gaspé
With a population of over 15,000 and a history that stretches back to the dawn of European colonization in what is now Canada, Gaspé is the largest city and unofficial capital of the region with which it shares its name. As the Gaspé Peninsula's most important service centre and transportation hub, almost every visitor to the region will pass through at one point or another on their travels.
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Bijouterie Dary
A wide variety of elegant men's and women's jewellery, watches, and even commemorative plates are to be had at this friendly shop in the heart of downtown Gaspé.
Daily 10AM-7PM
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Boutique Mode Andréa
A really nice, comfortable, fashionable yet unpretentious women's clothing shop in an out-of-the-way location: Rivière-au-Renard. Andréa's house style is statement-making without being over the top: bright colours and vibrant prints married to timeless traditional designs. Website in French only.
Mon-Wed 10AM-5PM, Thu-Fri 10AM-6PM, Sat 10AM-4:30PM
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Boutique Sport Plein Air
If you've come to the Gaspé Peninsula to enjoy the great outdoors — and really, why else would you have come? — but find yourself shorthanded on gear, this is your one-stop shop. Stuffed into Boutique Sport Plein Air you'll find everything from hockey sticks to hunting rifles to boat motors to bikes, sold for decent prices by friendly folks. Website in French only.
Mon-Thu 9AM-5:30PM, Fri 9AM-8PM, Sat 9AM-noon
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Carrefour de Gaspé
The Gaspé Peninsula's largest retail complex is a sprawling strip mall just past the harbour, with 21 stores including locations of Canadian Tire and Sports Experts, a Hart department store, Uniprix pharmacy, and IGA supermarket. Website in French only.
Mon-Wed 9:30AM-5:30PM, Thu-Fri 9AM-9PM, Sat 9:30AM-5PM, Sun 11AM-4PM
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Chlorophylle
If you're in town over winter to hit the slopes at Mont-Béchervaise or take to the snowmobile or cross-country ski trails, stop in at the Gaspé location of this provincewide chain for a wide selection of upscale jackets, gloves, and other winter gear. If not, there are still three other seasons' worth of sports- and activewear to browse through.
Mon-Wed 9:30AM-5:30PM, Thu-Fri 9:30AM-9PM, Sat 9:30AM-5PM, Sun noon-5PM
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Kon-Joint
You can't miss this place: it's a spacious shop nestled into the ground floor of the tallest building on rue de la Reine, a handsome mansard-roofed brick beauty right in the centre of the downtown action. The sign on the door advertises lingerie, and you will indeed find high-quality selections for regular and plus sizes, but that's not all: Kon-Joint also sells women's clothing and accessories of all descriptions. Fashions for all four seasons of the year are available, but the specialty seems to be cute, breezy summer wear of the type that's perfect for a day of outdoor people-watching in the warm months. Website in French only.
Mon-Sat 10AM-5:30PM
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Les Créations Marie Gaudet
The oeuvre of the eponymous artist is centred around the painting and fashioning of the smooth, flat stones found on the shores of the beaches around Gaspé into supercute dolls and figurines, individually accessorized with hairdos, clothes and shoes. You'll find plenty of those on the shelves at her store, along with a vast selection of artisan jewelry, handmade pottery and ceramic decorative baubles (lighthouses are a common theme), and more.
Summer: Mon-Fri 9:30AM-6PM, Sat 10AM-5PM, Sun noon-4PM; winter: Mon-Fri 10AM-5:30PM
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Librairie Alpha
You'll find books of all kinds, on all subjects, and for all age levels on the shelves at this über-friendly independent bookstore in downtown Gaspé — but, being a proud member of the Quebec Bookstore Association (Association des librairies du Québec), those in search of works by local authors speaking from local perspectives can be assured they'll find more than their share of options here. Librairie Alpha also has a good selection of board games. Website in French only.
Mon-Wed 9AM-5:30PM, Thu-Fri 9AM-9PM, Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun noon-5PM
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Marché des Saveurs Gaspésiennes
If you're a locavore with a taste for the gourmet, this is the destination for you: the place's name translates to "Market of Gaspesian Flavours", and that's no exaggeration. Locally-sourced produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and other delights populate the shelves in this friendly shop. Website in French only.
Mon-Wed & Sat 8AM-6PM, Thu-Fri 8AM-7:30PM, Sun 10AM-6PM
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Place Jacques-Cartier
The Gaspé Peninsula's only indoor shopping mall anchors the west end of the downtown retail district. Small in size but unique in design, the three-storey Place Jacques-Cartier is built into the slope of the low hill that separates downtown from the shore of the bay. Here you'll find 15 shops, restaurants, and other businesses including a Provigo supermarket, another Uniprix, Rossy and Dollarama discount stores, SAQ provincial liquor outlet, and a McDonald's.
Mon-Wed 9:30AM-5:30PM, Thu-Fri 9AM-9PM, Sat 9:30AM-5PM, Sun noon-5PM
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À Chacun Sa Bête
If you're in the market for some new toys, clothes, or accessories for your dog or cat — or if you've brought Rover along on your trip and need someone to keep an eye on him for a day while you're off on a pet-unfriendly outing — set your sights on À Chacun Sa Bête. Aside from the above, they also offer a selection of premium name-brand pet foods, grooming services, and more. Ample onsite parking is a relative rarity downtown. Website in French only.
Mon-Wed 8AM-5:30PM, Thu 8AM-6PM, Fri 8AM-8PM, Sat 10AM-4PM
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Boutique le Galet
Le Griffon Cultural Centre's gift shop stocks a wide range of gifts and souvenirs — everything from fashion accessories to books and greeting cards to ceramics, and even locally-grown produce from the shore of Chaleur Bay, all made in Quebec and all sourced directly from the artisans themselves. Website in French only.
Daily 9:30AM-8PM in summer, Sat-Sun 8AM-1PM in winter
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La Joaillerie
Place Jacques-Cartier's resident jewellers offer a full line of gold and silver pieces including some that are locally made, as well as engraving and repair services.
Mon-Wed 9:30AM-5:30PM, Thu-Fri 9AM-9PM, Sat 9:30AM-5PM, Sun noon-5PM
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