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Best Philly-Made Gifts Under $100

Hand-poured candles in Fishtown, artisan hot sauces from the Italian Market, handmade jewelry in Old City — shop local and give something genuinely memorable.

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The Best Philly-Made Gifts Under $100

Philadelphia is quietly one of the best cities in America for locally made goods. The maker scene here is real — not just farmers market candles, but serious artisans building brands out of Fishtown studios, South Philly kitchens, and Kensington workshops. Every gift on this list is made in the Philadelphia region, costs under $100, and is something people actually want to receive.

Glass-fronted candy cases at Shane Confectionery
The historic candy counter inside Shane Confectionery at 110 Market Street.Photo: Mary Mark Ockerbloom, CC BY-SA 3.0
Gift-Wrapping Tip

Most of the shops on this list will gift-wrap for free or for a small fee. Yowie and Art Star are particularly good at it. If you're buying from the Italian Market, grab some butcher paper and twine for a rustic wrap that looks intentional.

Coffee Tip

Philadelphia has a deep specialty coffee scene. Other excellent local roasters for gift bags: ReAnimator Coffee (Kensington), Rival Bros (Fitler Square), and La Colombe (citywide). All roast locally and sell bags in the $15–$22 range.

Last-Minute Tip

Philadelphia Independents, Art Star, and Yowie all have online shops with local pickup or shipping. If you're in a pinch, order online and grab it same-day. Di Bruno Bros. ships gift boxes nationwide with 2-day delivery.

Good to know

Questions, answered.

Where can I buy locally-made gifts in Philadelphia under $100?

Philadelphia Independents in Old City (35 N 3rd St) is collectively-run and stocks only Philly-area artists. Art Star at the Visitor Center, Open House on 13th, Occasionette in South Philly, and South Street Art Mart are the other top spots — all curated, all majority Philly-made, and most items fall in the $20–$80 range.

What are popular Philadelphia souvenir gifts?

Anything by a Philly artist is preferred to mass-market souvenirs. Top categories: Art Star prints and tea towels, Occasionette gift cards and stationery, Shane Confectionery chocolates (Old City, est. 1863), Bassetts Ice Cream merchandise from Reading Terminal, and locally-roasted coffee from La Colombe or Elixr.

Which Philly gift shops ship nationwide?

Shane Confectionery, Bassetts Ice Cream (via Goldbelly), Di Bruno Bros., and Metropolitan Bakery all ship their core inventory across the US. Most independent boutiques (Occasionette, Art Star, Philadelphia Independents) also ship from their websites — useful when you're buying for someone out of town.

Where's the best place to buy a gift for someone who already has everything?

Skip products and buy an experience: a tasting at Shane Confectionery, a class at Fante's Kitchen Shop, dinner at one of the Bib Gourmand restaurants, a tour of Reading Terminal Market with a guide. Most of these are bookable for under $100 per person.

The places

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Crafts5 places

  • Collectively-run Old City shop where every item is made by a Philadelphia artist. Prints, ceramics, jewelry, candles — nothing over $100 and almost everything locally made.

    View shop page →Website →@philadelphia_independentsDirections

  • Craft boutique from 180+ independent artists and makers. Art prints, screen-printed tees, Philly-inspired souvenirs, pottery, and handmade jewelry. Now at the Independence Visitor Center.

    View shop page →Website →@artstarphillyDirections

  • Midtown Village's celebrated soap and skincare shop. Hand-cut bars, bath salts, candles, and custom blends — everything made in Philadelphia from natural ingredients.

    Website →@durossandlangelDirections

  • Old City gift shop and plant store. Potted plants, terrariums, candles, ceramics, and curated home accessories from local and indie brands.

    Website →@verdephillyDirections

  • Curated home goods and lifestyle shop in Old City. Local makers and indie brands — candles, stationery, ceramics, and gift-ready objects.

    Website →@openhousephillyDirections

Food & drink4 places

  • America's oldest continuously-run confectionery (est. 1863). Bean-to-bar chocolates, buttercreams, peanut butter cups, and classic American candies. Beautifully restored Market Street storefront.

    View shop page →Website →@shaneconfectioneryDirections

  • Since 1939. Cheese, charcuterie, and specialty gourmet foods. The Italian Market flagship is the original 9th Street shop and still family-owned. Gift crates start around $50.

    Website →@dibrunobrosDirections

  • America's great kitchen supply store, on 9th Street since 1906. Cookware, baking tools, and hard-to-find imports — many of the best items are well under $100.

    View shop page →Website →@fantes9thstreetDirections

  • Philadelphia's most-awarded specialty coffee roaster, with three cafes and a bean subscription. Single-origin 12-oz bags make a great sub-$20 gift for any coffee drinker.

    Website →@elixrcoffeeDirections

CraftsFood & drink

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