Algona offers a lot of shopping options, and attracts many people from outside of town to its retail stores. So much shopping, so little time!

Corner of Pam's Final Touch on State Street in Algona

Shop Downtown

Swing by State Street (Algona’s central street in downtown) and its side streets for a wide range of women’s clothing, gifts, shoes, antiques, flowers and many other products. Watch for retail promotions throughout the year offered through the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce. Pop into a downtown restaurant for a burger, slice of pizza, homemade pie or a great cup of coffee.

Shop Around Town

Check out the shops at Eastland Hill Plaza across from Fareway on Highway 18. You’ll find a wide selection of clothes, gifts and farm supply items at Bomgaar’s near the intersection of Highway 18 and 169, plus a lot of places to stop in for a bite to eat,.

Feathered and Furry Friends

If you are shopping on behalf of a furry friend, check out Pet Kingdom for a spectacular array of treats, toys, gifts, food for pets, plus grooming services. This two-story downtown store is a great place for exotic pet items, plus a viewing of the house parrot. For more feed options, plus additional livestock, animal, and pet items, check out Bomgaars.

Thrift Store Finds

Exceptional Treasures in downtown Algona offers an eclectic mix of second-hand items including clothes, shoes, toys, books and many kitchen items. For an upscale thrifting experience, stop by Repeat Boutique in Eastland Hill Plaza for men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and household items.

Shop for Sport (and your favorite sports players)

Have a sporty person to shop for? Find athletic gear and shoes at Brown’s Shoe Fit. Stop by Metzger’s Outdoors in downtown for a wide variety of golfing discs and archery supplies, hunting gear and more. Join the growing pickleball craze with a new paddle and balls from Buscher Bros, along with skateboards, bikes and bike equipment, drones and RC racing cars.

Shop for Deals

Algona hosts both Dollar General and Family Dollar/Dollar Tree as well as Hy-Vee and Fareway for personal essentials, groceries, household goods and more.