Shops are located at Outposts, and offer items in exchange for Gold (with the exception of the Tavern, which offers Grog for free).
- Blacksmith's Shop: Sells alternate aesthetics for Weapons. Also features an Armory 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: Offers Ship customization. Does not offer anything as of Scale Test 3.
- Tavern: Free grog, and a music box.
Companies also serve as shops for acquiring voyages, promotions, and certain company-specific items, all of which are also purchased with Gold.