The best book, hobby & craft shops in St. Augustine

15 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Mythical Mountain

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

When you need a quick dopamine hit that isn’t another Amazon box, Mythical Mountain in St. Augustine has new and vintage comics, toys, and…

162 St George St Unit 23 · ✓ checked Jul 28

“When you need a quick dopamine hit that isn’t another Amazon box, Mythical Mountain in St. Augustine has new and vintage comics, toys, and collectibles across anime, superheroes, sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and games. H.”

From the St. Augustine newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Clark's Music Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Family-owned spot for guitars, drums, band instruments, and the lessons and repairs to keep them singing. From drum set detailing to quick…

4154 Herschel St (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Jul 30

“Family-owned spot for guitars, drums, band instruments, and the lessons and repairs to keep them singing. From drum set detailing to quick guitar setups, rentals, and consignment, Clark's Music Center is a solid local go-to when your gear needs love or you're finally starting that band.”

From the Jacksonville newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Pablo Creek Plaza East, 13740 Beach Blvd Ste 200 (Jacksonville)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer for instruments such as guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus lessons.

6000 Lake Gray Blvd #45 (Jacksonville)

“Chain retailer for instruments such as guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus lessons.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain stocking guitars, drums, keyboards, amps, ukuleles and other instruments, as well as rentals, repairs, classes, accessories,…

9365 Atlantic Blvd #1 (Jacksonville)

“Retail chain stocking guitars, drums, keyboards, amps, ukuleles and other instruments, as well as rentals, repairs, classes, accessories, lessons and music books.”

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Tonevendor

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Shop stocking vintage and new records plus CDs and turntables, with friendly service.

81d King St · ✓ checked Aug 7

“Shop stocking vintage and new records plus CDs and turntables, with friendly service.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Regency Commons, 651-800 Commerce Center Dr (Jacksonville)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Liberty Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Well-regarded guitar shop carrying Gibson, Fender and other brands of high-end acoustics and electrics.

7853 Bayberry Rd (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Aug 7

“Well-regarded guitar shop carrying Gibson, Fender and other brands of high-end acoustics and electrics.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

4972 Town Center Pkwy (Jacksonville)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

River City Marketplace, 13281 City Station Dr (Jacksonville)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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George's Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Employee-owned retail store with a large selection of instruments & music gear (many offer repairs).

912 3rd St S (Jacksonville)

“Employee-owned retail store with a large selection of instruments & music gear (many offer repairs).”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Southside Square Shopping Center, 9041 Southside Blvd Ste 140 (Jacksonville)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

10280 Mid Town Pkwy (Jacksonville)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Mockshop Music Exchange

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Relaxed, welcoming boutique for guitars and amps, plus repairs and effects pedals.

933 Edgewood Ave S (Jacksonville)

“Relaxed, welcoming boutique for guitars and amps, plus repairs and effects pedals.”

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

10991-51 San Jose Blvd (Jacksonville)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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