Just think of Corning & the Southern Finger Lakes as one giant treasure chest. You know that excitement that builds when you realize you're about to discover something amazing? That's the feeling you get when you first step onto the brick sidewalks of Market Street in the heart of Corning's Gaffer District. Not only is it a fabulous shopping area in the Most Fun Small Town in America, but it's also alive with the pulse of a vibrant history. Just taking a stroll down the street and glancing in all the storefronts will reveal treasures of days gone by. You'll be amazed by what you find when you peruse the one-of-a-kind pieces in the antique shops and glass studios.

Find a unique, yet very cool, gift for even the toughest person on your list when you shop the Village Square in Hammondsport. From Western-inspired art and turquoise jewelry to specialty chocolate and wine cozies, there are lots of treasures to be found in America's Coolest Small Town! Make sure to shop for some fun finds along the maple tree-lined streets of Hornell, offering affordability at its very finest.

Corning & the Southern Finger Lakes is a mecca for art lovers, and as such, offers the chance to enhance any collection – or even start one! A great way to find the best of the fire arts is to follow the Tiffany & Treasures Trail to working pottery studios and galleries filled with glass art.

Sometimes shopping is about getting what you need, and other times it's about the mystery of not knowing what you'll find. You can be sure that the shopping experience here in Corning & the Southern Finger Lakes is unlike any other. With so many charming shops, unique boutiques, and inspiring art galleries, you'll certainly be able to find a treasure or two you'll cherish for a lifetime.