Traverse City Vintage and Boutique Shopping
6 stops · about 3 hours · Updated October 12, 2026
An afternoon of shopping in Traverse City, MI brings together running and walking shoes, clothing, accessories, and metaphysical books at these East Front Street shops. Coffee is available at Higher Self Bookstore and Centre Street Café, where sandwiches, organic salads, and soups are also on the menu; the café opens weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Browse the boutiques
afternoon
Stop 1
Fleet Feet Traverse City Downtown
4.8(203)Traverse City
Staff use FitID technology to help shoppers select running and walking shoes, including those looking for footwear options for feet that hurt.
Stop 2
Backcountry North
4.6(110)Traverse City
Backcountry North combines footwear with men’s and women’s clothing in a women-owned small business offering in-store shopping, curbside pickup, and in-store pickup.
Stop 3
Glik's Men's
5.0(1)Traverse City
Family-owned Glik’s Men’s brings together denim, tops, shoes, and accessories, with brands and styles selected for the local community.
Stop 4
Glik's Boutique
3.7(40)Traverse City
Glik’s Boutique offers casualwear, shoes, and accessories for adults and kids as part of a family-owned clothing chain with in-store shopping.
Take a coffee break
afternoon
Stop 5
Centre Street Café
4.8(454)Traverse City
Centre Street Café offers coffee alongside sandwiches, organic salads, and soups, with vegan and vegetarian options and seating for dine-in guests.
Stop 6
Higher Self Bookstore
4.8(379)Traverse City
Higher Self Bookstore pairs metaphysical books, crystals, jewelry, and incense with coffee, while hosting workshops, classes, and events focused on spiritual exploration.
