San Diego, California

The city's main ‘antique row’ encompasses over three neighborhoods and two large freeways in central San Diego. Around this hipster district, you'll find tons of shops selling furniture, art, and antiques from around the world as well as cool eateries and bars. As an added bonus, a visit here will take visitors across some of San Diego’s less-visited neighborhoods.

Located in downtown San Diego adjacent to San Diego Bay, Seaport Village is a delightful waterfront complex offering a diverse range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. With over 70 shops and restaurants, visitors can explore art galleries, cafés, and even ride a historic, hand-carved carousel. The complex also features a variety of entertainment, including street performers and tarot readers, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quick bite, a souvenir for your loved ones, or just want to enjoy the stunning views, Seaport Village is a must-visit destination.

Wander around the market and take in some history and old-town vibes. Located inside the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, this lovely market features Mexican restaurants and other cafés, free museums, and many small shops. Here you can buy all souvenirs and accessories related to the American native culture. A great place to start your day in San Diego. From here you can catch the city trolley tours.

The official San Diego Zoo gift shop has every type of souvenir you can think of, including gourmet foods, sundries, hats, jewelry, T-shirts, stationery, books, toys, stuffed animals, and much more, and, of course, everything is appropriately animal-themed.

Located in the heart of Point Loma, this former San Diego Naval Training Center is now a growing destination for dining, shopping, and entertainment. An interesting mix of shops, eateries, art galleries and museums create an inviting atmosphere where people of all ages can spend the day.

Hop on the ferry from San Diego to Coronado island and take a stroll around this beautiful shoreline. There's a small gathering of shops, art galleries, fine dining as well as casual eateries just off the ferry landing area. The views from here are mesmerizing, a must-visit for whenever you're in town.

Hazard Center is just your regular shopping mall with the usual fixings: a few chain retailers, casual dining options, and a movie theater.

Located near the seaside, this outdoor shopping mall showcases several big American and international mainstream brands, plenty of different food options as well as a movie theater, and a skating rink.

More than 70 merchants showcase their large and unique selection of both local and international goods in this one-of-a-kind shop. The products range from clothes and jewelry to home decor items, and kids' toys. This is the type of place that has what you didn't even know you were looking for. Stop by this eclectic store and get yourself a unique and exotic gift while supporting small businesses and talented artisans.

Located in the Silverton Business Center, Africa and Beyond art gallery showcases the finest collection of traditional and contemporary African art. The owner, Ian Allen, born and raised in Africa, travels back to the continent every year to hand-select exotic treasures for the store. Here, you'll find a bit of everything: books, sculptures, weapons, masks, textiles, jewelry, dolls, and even furniture.

A quaint and charming little bookstore that prides itself in providing customers with the "lost art of personal service in the non-digital world." Farenheit 451 offers a large and varied collection of books, which you can either order from the phone and e-mail or better yet pay a visit to this lovely establishment in the heart of West Village in downtown Carlsbad (if you're passing through on a road trip).