Retail shopping in Phoenix, AZ

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Christown Spectrum Mall, formerly known as Phoenix Spectrum Mall, is one of the largest malls between Los Angeles and Houston. It is owned by Developers Diversified Realty, which manages more than 700 retail properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Russia and Canada. The mall, opened in 1961, features major stores, such as JCPenney, SuperTarget, Costco, Ross Dress For Less, PetSmart and Walgreens. It also plays movies at Harkins Christown 14. Christown Spectrum Mall offers a variety of dining options that include Charley's Steakery, HomeTown Buffet, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, South China Express and Taco Bell. Its other service stores include Alex Optical, Bath & Body Works, EyeMasters, Sally Beauty Supply, Supercuts and Tony's Shoe Repair.

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Located in downtown Phoenix, this park-like shopping center is close to many of the city's major sporting venues. A marketplace with class accurately describes the Center as more than 50 unique shops and restaurants fit every shopper's urge to splurge. At sundown, the place takes on the feel of a street party, Southwestern style. Catch a movie at the AMC theaters, shop at exclusive stores or grab a bite to eat at the number of restaurants serving different cuisines. They often have tables outside for dining al fresco in a comfortable, chic ambiance.

Built in the late seventies, this mall was originally owned by local builder John F. Long but now is owned and run by WestCor. Some of the major stores here are JCPenney, Dillards and Sears. Mall walkers can enter any time after 7a and the white tiles on the floor denote each tenth of a mile. The customer service desk is available for help anytime during mall hours. Centrally located, it offers additional services of fax and notary even has wheelchair rentals.