Shops are located at Outposts, and offer items in exchange for Gold (with the exception of the Tavern, which offers Grog for free).
- Weaponsmith's Shop: Sells alternate aesthetics for Weapons. Also features an Armoury for swapping weapons.
- Equipment Shop: Sells alternate aesthetics for inventory items. An Equipment Chest is outside.
- General Clothing Shop: Sells clothing and vanity items. A Clothing Chest is outside.
- Shipwright Shop: Offers Ship customizations: Hull, Sails, Figurehead and Flags. A Customization Chest is outside.
- Tavern: Free grog, (the mysterious stranger is also there.)
Companies also serve as shops for acquiring voyages, promotions, and certain company-specific items, all of which are also purchased with Gold.