Death Valley Marketplace
Pahrump, NV • ★ 5 (454 Google reviews)
The Story
The sun-baked highway gives way to a charming slice of yesteryear, where the welcome sign promises sweet relief from the desert heat. Inside, the air hums with a delightful nostalgia, and the scent of homemade treats calls like a siren song. Each scoop and bite at this friendly parlor feels like a little piece of American comfort, a truly refreshing stop on the open road.
From the Counter
Recent Google reviews
Alex Pavlov
★ 5 • 4 months ago
UPDATE New waffle hotdog 🌭 is amazing Crispy, fluffy and savory in one - delicious!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must-Stop Desert Treasure! If you are heading to Death Valley or just passing through Pahrump, you absolutely have to stop at the Death Valley Marketplace! This place is so much more than just a souvenir shop—it’s a total experience. What makes it a 5-star stop: * The Soda Selection: They have an incredible wall of over 100 unique and vintage sodas. Whether you want a classic root beer or something wacky like "Worm Ooze," you’ll find it here. * The Vibe: The shop has a charming, nostalgic "Old West" feel. It’s impeccably clean, well-organized, and full of local treasures like handcrafted soaps, candles, and the best Pahrump-themed t-shirts. * The Service: You can tell this is a family-owned business. The owners, Tim and Alina, are incredibly welcoming and truly care about their guests. It’s rare to find such genuine hospitality these days! * Traveler Essentials: They have the cleanest restrooms in the area, a much-appreciated water-refill station, and even Bluebell ice cream to help you beat the Nevada heat. * Family Fun: My kids loved the outdoor area with cornhole and the chance to see the local burros. It’s the perfect spot to stretch your legs and grab a photo. This is officially my favorite "base camp" stop before hitting the national park. Do yourself a favor and pull over—you won’t regret it!
Miguel Ferran
★ 5 • 8 months ago
This would be a great stop for everyone, great little gift shop. You'll find some cool items throughout the store. Great selection on craft sodas, and thrifty ice cream. Stop in the back and feed the donkeys and horses. If you're a tour driver/guide, you should make this a stop for refreshments, snacks and gifts when traveling to Death Valley. Plenty of free parking, cool bathrooms.
Sue Davey
★ 5 • 9 months ago
Found this cute little place when I was searching for a penny press.. wow what a fabulous place please pop in if you are passing.. Alina the owner was great and told us all about the beautiful donkeys that you can feed. Great little pit stop on the way to Death Valley.. thank you we will cherish the memories. We also met a couple of lovely ladies buying their stunning ice cream. Sue and Simon x
Arianna
★ 5 • 10 months ago
Super nice little market with cool souvenirs! super welcoming — especially thanks to Larry, who was incredibly friendly. You can feed the donkeys, and they also have two mini horses and a beautiful big one to see. Such a fun and unexpected stop — we hope to come back:))) Thank you Larry!!
