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Discover San Diego’s Great Shopping Spots

Shop San Diego Historic Districts, Malls and Outlets
by Anita Page
Shopping in San Diego, CaliforniaSan Diego is a vacation destination where shopping, dining and entertainment come together to create a one-of-a-kind shopping paradise. With a great selection of malls and impressive outlet shopping centers, visitors will find everything they’re looking for and even more items they can’t live without. Much of San Diego’s shopping scene consists of creatively designed mega-malls, open-aired outlet centers and the unique shops and boutiques of the surrounding neighborhoods. Enjoy San Diego’s legendary sunny weather as you browse through numerous shops in Mission Valley, the Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town and everywhere in between.

Mission Valley is an area that is conveniently located near many of San Diego’s world-famous attractions, luxury resorts and some of the area’s top shopping destinations. In the heart of Mission Valley is the popular Fashion Valley which is a beautiful outdoor shopping center featuring an impressive 1.6 million square feet of shops, boutiques and restaurants. Fashion Valley has a great selection of retail stores offering exclusive names like Neiman Marcus and Sakes Fifth Avenue. After a fun-filled day of shopping stop into any of Fashion Valley’s seven restaurants to enjoy a variety of cuisine and give your feet a chance to rest.
Shopping in San Diego, CaliforniaA convenient way to enjoy as many San Diego shopping opportunities as possible without exhausting yourself is to take advantage of shopping tours that are available. The Old Town Trolley Tours are a great way to travel to the different shops and also view many popular San Diego attractions. The tours run from morning to midnight and allow you to get off at any of the stops where you can enjoy a variety of shops and restaurants. The Gaslamp Quarter is one of the many areas that the Old Town Trolley Tours visit. This lively neighborhood is home to numerous fine dining restaurants, endless entertainment and top shopping spots which include Westfield Horton Plaza. The Westfield Horton Plaza is a unique open-air mall that has become a San Diego landmark and is one of the most visited shopping destinations in town. This staggered five-level mall occupies six and a half blocks in the Gaslamp Quarter and features over 130 specialty shops and restaurants, movie theaters and a live theater.
Shopping in San Diego, CaliforniaThe exciting malls are just the beginning of San Diego’s shopping scene which also has a number of one-of-a-kind outlet shopping centers that feature big name merchandise at discount prices. Visit some of San Diego’s biggest outlet shopping centers at the Shops at Las Americas and the Viejas Outlet Center. The Shops at Las Americas is a unique shopping experience located at the border between the United States and Mexico. Home to more than 75 stores this fashion wonderland features Spanish-colonial inspired architecture, bubbling fountains, sidewalk cafes and intimate courtyards.

Another wonderful outlet mall is The Viejas Outlet Center, the first destination mall to be owned and operated by an American Indian tribe in Southern California. Located across from the Viejas Casino, Viejas Outlet Center is an enormous shopping outlet that offers more than 57 retail stores surrounded by winding pathways, streams, waterfall and parks. Spend some time in the Viejas Casino and then shop your winnings away at the Viejas Outlet Center. Or bet on a "sure thing" shopping experience by just visiting this remarkable collection of shops.
Shopping in San Diego, CaliforniaWhile some of San Diego’s greatest shopping spots can be found in the major malls and outlets there are many other popular shopping sites. Visitor’s to San Diego’s historic Old Town can experience the early Mexican and American periods between 1821 and 1872 while being surrounded by historic buildings, unique shops and a selection of great Mexican restaurants.

Bazaar del Mundo is a market in Old Town that features a fun atmosphere along with great shopping and dining experiences. The extraordinary shops of Bazaar del Mundo can be found displaying an eclectic mix of art, fashion, gifts, jewelry and home accessories. Browse through the vibrant colors and natural textures and you’re sure to find the perfect souvenir or gifts to bring home.
San Diego is known for its renowned shopping which allows you to add to your wardrobe, find the perfect souvenir or just enjoy window shopping. Take a break from the surf and sun of San Diego’s beaches and take a day to enjoy the unique shopping experiences that can be found in the city's many malls, outlets and distinct neighborhoods. San Diego is a travel destination that combines waterfront shopping, historical settings, and authentic cultural arts and crafts to create a memorable California vacation.

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