Los Angeles shopping
There is no shopping like Los Angeles shopping. And once you take to the stores,
you'll see what we mean! There isn't an item you can't buy, a location too far,
or a pricing variety you can't accommodate in Los Angeles. From the world famous
shops and glamour of Rodeo Drive, to the second-hand wonders available in a small
out-of-the-way corner store, there is a great buy for every visitor. Shopping
is a passion in Los Angeles, and it's everywhere! With prices ranging from the “don't
even ask” to the deepest in discounting, any wallet size fits in Los Angeles.
Plan to hit the truly unique experience of Rodeo Drive, and then be sure to check
out the Melrose Avenue and Third Street districts. But, if you need big retail
sailing, head to Main Place Mall, the biggest and the best in bargain hunting
and treasure trolling. But wherever you go you get it all, and can buy it all,
with Los Angeles shopping.
Main Place Mall
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Los Angeles/Anaheim
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This mall is one of the most largest shopping centers in California. There are 190 shops on three levels spanning one million square feet.
Melrose Avenue Shopping District
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Hollywood
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Want to see everything that L.A. shopping is known for? There is no better place than here, especially on a Sunday afternoon than the Melrose/Hollywood area.
Montana Avenue Shopping District
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Santa Monica
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This is, without a doubt, one of Santa Monica's best-kept secrets.
Robertson Blvd
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Do some celebrity watching at Ivy, one of the citys finest restaurants, or the Newsroom Cafe just across the street. If you decide to stroll the shops, look out for Curve, Maxfields, Maxfield Blue and Georgio Aramani Home. For the little ones, browse the stacks at Storyopolis. Robertson Boulevard is a nice blend of Beverly Hills posh and Melrose cool.
Rodeo Drive/The Golden Triangle
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The so-called Golden Triangle holds more wealth and fine stores than most small countries. At its center, youll find famous Rodeo Drive, home of many notable residents as Tiiffany's, Cartier, Chanel, Bally, and Gucci. Sadly, few people who don't spend their life in front of the camera can afford to do much more than window shop. On nearby Wilshire Boulevard., there is the Regent Beverly Wilshire, Niketown, Barneys, and, yes, the "Winona" Saks Fifth Avenue. And throughout the Triangle, you will see a curious collection of nouveau riche types sauntering about that will make you feel like you're watching an episode of "Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous: The Reality Show."
Third Street
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On a stroll down Third Street, youll find a great variety of fantastic antique stores, boutiques (check out Aero & Co and Polka Dots & Moonbeams), and specialty stores such as Zipper's for modern home accessories and unique gifts. Grab a healthy bite at Real Food Daily, some diner fare at the tiny Who's on Third, or some great tapas at the Spanish eatery Cava. Stroll further east and dine at A.O.C., owned by the chefs behind the acclaimed Lucques and Border Grill. And if the trip down this quaint street isn't enough, score a guidebook to virtually anywhere else in the world at the small-but-packed Travel Bookstore.
Westwood Village
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In the early '80s, this small five-block square retail village used to pack
in up to 100,000 people a night. A fatal gang shooting in 1988 turned this
from a thriving shopping district into a far sleepier Village, with its uncomfortable
mix of low-end stores and eateries catering to students and elegant clothing
stores catering to wealthier clientele from the surrounding upscale neighborhoods.
If you don't want to join the students in grabbing a donut at Stan's donut
shop or a falafel at Shwarma King, you can make your way to a gorgeous old
bank building at the heart of the Village that has been converted into the
pricey, white-hot Eurochow restaurant.
