Downtown Benicia is home to a one-mile shopping district of over 100 clothing & gift boutiques, art galleries, coffee shops, restaurants and spas. The heart of the Benicia community, downtown offers upscale shopping with a friendly feel. Women and men's fashion and accessories, art, furniture, jewelry, antiques, gifts, children's items and more are housed in historic buildings on tree-lined streets. Festivals, a lively farmers market and weekend activities add to the .
The Benicia Historic Arsenal has been home to artist live/work studios for over 30 years. That creativity has attracted retail shops to the area, providing a second, unique venue for shoppers. The Arsenal has an urban, industrial feel. The Arts Benicia gallery, well known and respected in the Bay Area, welcomes visitors to view current exhibits. Sprinkled among the many artist studios, you’ll find an eclectic mix of new and used furniture and clothing, antiques and textiles.
