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If shopping is your favorite thing to do on vacation, you'll want to head to the Oneonta mall while visiting this tight-knit New York state. Oneonta, dubbed "City of the Hills," is located in southern Otsego County, New York. Although it boasts many recreational opportunities, its shopping stands out in particular. The Southside Mall, just 80 miles east of Albany, offers shopping and dining to fit any budget. This makes for a fun excursion while staying at a charming Oneonta bed and breakfast. Make this mall a part of your trip to Oneonta, or nearby Cooperstown or Davenport. Staying at such an inn can put you in touch with the local side of the town, as you enjoy the hospitality, food and custom service that is a hallmark of these types of lodgings.
Southside Mall
5006 State Highway 23
Oneonta, NY 13820
(607) 432-5478
http://www.shopsouthsidemall.com/index.htm
From national chains to specialty boutiques, the Southside Mall features restaurants, stores, a movie theater and more. Kids can even have a birthday party at the mall, complete with a movie and pizza at Gino & Joe's. Mall hours are: Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m to 9 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Just need some exercise? Take a stroll up and down the promenade, which features warm temps no matter what the weather is outside. Mall walking hours begin at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Sundays. Whether you're into books, gifts, apparel or shoes, there is something here for everyone. Check out the latest fashions, read a good book, grab a bite to eat or just do some people watching.
Volcano Editions
76 Heritage Hill Rd.
Oneonta, New York 13820
(607) 433-1133
For fine art prints, head to Volcano Editions on Heritage Hill Road. This eclectic gallery features works from local and regional artists. You'll find high-quality reproductions of original fine art works, including pastels, charcoal, watercolors, acrylics and oils. Also, choose from a wide selection of fine art papers and canvas. You may find it fun to browse the many prints, which range in styles and prices.
The Pine Shop
576 Main Street
East End, Oneonta, NY
(607) 432-1124
http://thepineshoponeonta.com/11.html
Quality unfinished furniture is what's on sale here at The Pine Shop. It features 100 percent wood products for every room of the house, from pine and maple to cherry, oak and alder. It also sells paints and stains if you want to finish your own furniture, or you can have the experts at The Pine Shop do it for you. Buy finished wood products, bedding, decor accents and upholstered furniture as well.
Old Moose Antiques
3186 Highway 23
Oneonta, NY 13861
(607) 432-8533
Check this place out for a variety of antiques and collectibles. Do some bargaining and sniff out that great deal. This isn't the only antique shop in town. There are several in and around Oneonta. You may want to head into Cooperstown as well. It's a great region for antiquing, so get ready for a day of bargain hunting after enjoying a hearty breakfast at your Oneonta inn.