Welcome to the number one tourist and shopping destination in the fine city of Scottsdale, Arizona. Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall boasts an impressive list of more than 230 shops, many which can not be found anywhere else in the state, and some that are signature only to this astute mall that caters to rich shoppers.

Amongst their impressive high-end stores include: Burberry, Boss Hugo Boss Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., St. John, Juicy Couture, Max Mara, Carolina Herrera, Ferragamo, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus, just to name a few.

When at Fashion Square try to not let the enormous size overwhelm you. If headed there on a weekend make sure that you arrive early or you will find a hard time getting parking as the place is always under construction due to its immense size.

There is not a better nor is there a larger place to shop in the entire state. If you have the pockets to afford such luxuries and prices, make this your first shopping stop when in Scottsdale.

The popularity of the original Gainey Ranch is very much seen in this newer shopping center located in central Scottsdale, Arizona. Gainey Ranch encompasses a huge upper class residential area in Scottsdale where some very astute valley residents dwell. There have been great shopping areas around here for years, and most recently the newly renovated Gainey Village offers much to the shopping enthusiast.

With more than fifty shops as well as several five-star restaurants and a few homely but modern coffeehouses, this shopping district attracts many locals and visitors every day. You won’t find many branch stores here, but what you will find is some awesome boutique stores that have much to offer the shopping savvy customer. Gainey Village has a good deal of great stores, okay prices and plenty of eats for the hungry shopper.

The Pavilions has been around for the better part of thirty years and they have much to offer the locals and tourists alike. More than eighty stores comprise this open-air and decently sized, outdoor shopping mall.

All the major chain stores such as Michael’s, Target and Best Buy as well as some smaller stores, thrift stores and boutiques all compliment the Pavilions. A few restaurants and the Guitar Center for musicians serve to make this a great place to get some last minute shopping done without breaking the bank.

After you have finished up you’re shopping at Fashion Square and you have managed to do all the shopping that you can at the Waterfront, simply cross the bridge and head to the 130 Western stores that await you in Old Town Scottsdale.

There are also about fifty great restaurants and bars, including Ra Sushi, Kyoto, Pink Pony, Bandera, Acme and many notable others. The main theme here is the Wild West and you will notice how quickly the demeanor changes from upper class to old western flare.

The main attraction aside from the restaurants and bars in this district is the many boutique and unique shops that are around—even if locals dub them all as tourist traps. Make sure that you visit the many Gilbert Ortega Galleries; they have tons of jewelry and fine art to offer as well as everything Old West that you can think of.

While Old Town is great, the best part is the nights and if you are lucky enough, the Art Walk. A festival which takes place the first weekend of each month and feature thousands of vendors lining the streets, performing artists and much more.

Referred to by many as “The Gateway to Scottsdale” this newly opened shopping center on the border of central and North Scottsdale has lots of great stores and restaurants and a huge spire that was designed by the world famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. They house many great stores and signature locations here and the place will frequently get packed on the weekends—making parking hard to find.

Prominent and worthwhile stores to shop and restaurants to eat at include: Fox Sports Grill, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Benihana and Nordstrom Rack. While you won’t find a Gucci here you will find plenty of other smaller stores with much to offer. You will also experience high class customer-service with a smile and decent prices in a luxury city.

Elite shopping with a Tuscan Italy theme is the main notion here. There are several smaller restaurants including Zipp’s Sports Grill and a few boutique shops that can not be found anywhere else such as Pink Paradise, and A Lilly Pulitzer Signature.

While the Borgota is small, the atmosphere is both welcoming and decadent. If you want a savvy shopping experience, albeit one that costs you some bucks, this place has been calling your name. While it is not a signature shopping destination it is still worth visiting when shopping in Scottsdale.