Sun Valley is home to world-class fishing, skiing, rafting, and dining. But don’t forget the shopping. No trip to Sun Valley would be complete without exploring the region’s many retailers. Sun Valley is home to a host of unique art galleries, bookshops, sports outfitters, and antique stores.

Sun Valley is renowned for its artist community. The beautiful scenery and carefree Idaho lifestyle is ideal for nurturing artists in all media. Galleries abound here, particularly in Ketchum. Native American art, folk art, nature photography, and contemporary art are just some of the specialties found here. Frequent gallery receptions give visitors a chance to meet local artists and become familiar with their work.

A town that thrives on outdoor experiences like Sun Valley does must have superlative sporting outfitters, and the Sun Valley area does not disappoint. See the latest in ski equipment, fly-fishing rods as well as biking, rafting, hiking, and skating paraphernalia in the many sporting goods shops here. The staff can give you great advice. Most likely, they’ve just returned from the slopes.

Long before Ernest Hemingway made Ketchum his home, the Sun Valley area attracted writers and poets. This heritage is reflected in the handful of independent bookstores here. Read up on the area, meet local authors, and get a book recommendation for that lazy afternoon on the deck. Of course, Ketchum is also an excellent place to pick up one of Mr. Hemingway’s novels.

Whatever your interests, you’re sure to find a wealth of shopping to interest you in Sun Valley. Look for much of the shopping around downtown Ketchum, Hailey, and the Sun Valley Resort.