Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide Around Albany

You made your list, and you checked it twice, only to find out that you have some last-minute shopping to do. Don’t worry, our staff here at Visit Albany is coming to the rescue! We came prepared with ideas on where to go and how to save your holiday season from falling into the grievous gift card dimension.

Feeling a bit lost on where to start? It’s time to head over to Place on the Pointe for some holiday inspiration. Celebrating 40 years of business, this store is known as Albany’s original gift shop! You can find everything from shower steamers that are perfect stocking stuffers to beautiful cutting boards, home decor items and so much more. Whether you’re shopping for a foodie lover, a fashionista or home decor connoisseur, you’ll find the perfect gift in no time.

If you want to go for a more personal feel, head over to Livi & Co. and buy your family or friends a cozy piece you can’t find anywhere else. Slide on over to The Perfect Collar for the animal lover and sweet treat aficionado on your list and buy them some pet-friendly home-baked goodies. Or, to really bring the heat to the holiday gathering, visit The Clay Spot and create a masterpiece for grandma’s mantle! Here, you can paint your own pottery and give your loved one a personalized gift they will never forget.

Looking for something more festive and curated? Head over to The Mercantile and browse through their selection of holiday apparel, gift and home decor items! From festive men’s socks and stunning knife sets to timeless jewelry and more, you’ll have a blast exploring their expansive collection.

You can also go digital with your gift and get them some new tech! Foot the bill for a streaming service or purchase a few of their favorite albums on their platform of choice. Buy them a nice pair of headphones, or if they like to read, a Kindle. Grab the grandkids a new game for their console (or even a console cleaning kit for the gamers who like to snack and attack).

When in doubt, food wins out! We all have to eat, so why not give your parents a gift card to The Honey Baked Ham Company or send that long-distance friend a Honey Baked™ Boneless Ham (trust us, it’s a hit). You can also bring the party with you with a basket of booze from Bottoms Up! Wine and Spirits Boutique or get a gift card for Corks Wine & Charcuterie for a future fine dining experience!

Whatever you decide to bring with you this year, know that the most important gift you can give someone is your presence. Don’t worry too much about all the rest, but if you do, this last-minute gift guide is here for you!