Retail shopping in Los Angeles, CA

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This fun bustling area is located in Universal Studios and connects all the Universal City attractions. Universal City Walk opened in 1999 and is a three block open-air street featuring more than 30 retail stores, 19 screen movie theater, bars to grab a quick drink and about 30 restaurants to deal with those hunger pangs. The promenade offers a perfect break from the crazy rides, where you can relax and recharge yourself.

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Bustling with high-end branded shopping stores, numerous popular restaurants, a movie theater with 14 screens and some of the best events in the city, Grove is on everyone's itinerary. Their events calendar features some glamorous soirees, which are attended by the who's who of the city. Shop for top brands, such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Banana Republic and lots more. Some shops specialize in children's wear. Once you're done with shopping, grab a quick bite at one of the cafes or check out the latest flick. The Grove has something for everyone.

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This shopping venue is a fantastic collection of outlet stores. Shops include Ann Taylor, BCBG, Bennetton, Betsey Johnson, Eddie Bauer, Joan & David, London Fog, Old Navy, Paul Jardin, Geoffrey Beene, L'Eggs and many more. There is a food court with seven restaurants where you can refresh yourself after spending too much money. Like most outlet stores, the clothes here are often slightly flawed or were not selling well in the regular stores, but the prices almost always make up for these small drawbacks.

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A Los Angeles escape like no other, nestled amidst acres of open space and beautifully landscaped outdoor plazas, Westfield Century City combines on-trend fashion brands, award-winning chefs and culinary experiences, headline events and entertainment, multi-faceted health and wellness amenities, public art installations, and cultural programming - all in one place. After unveiling a $1 billion makeover in 2017 - the destination now features the West Coast's first Eataly, a three-level Nordstrom, two-level Macy's, fully renovated Bloomingdale's, as well as a premium Equinox fitness club and spa.

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Located in Little Tokyo, this outdoor collection of shops boasts beautiful architecture and fine, high-end Japanese merchandise. The exposed wood frames of the Japanese Village Plaza Mall building go well with the blue tile roof and the traditional Japanese lookout tower. Find authentic kimonos, trendy golf clothing and accessories, clothing, holistic herbs, traditional Japanese ceramics, gifts and several delicious Japanese restaurants like Yagura Ichiban and Rascals in this fantastic mall. You will find a lot to admire in the shops and a lot to make your mouth water in the restaurants. Call for more details.

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Shopping cannot get more alluring than in the Westfield Century City; the open-air arcade caters to the uppity localities, so one can just imagine the ambiance and facilities within. Free parking for the first hour and exclusive concierge services make sure you shop in the utmost comfort and luxury. Stop at Bloomingdale's, Abercrombie, Apple and Banana Republic, or explore any of their other stores. The AMC Multiplex will keep you updated on the movie scene, while the likes of Panda Express, Eataly and Yougurtland will quell those gastronomic rumblings. With so much on offer, Westfield Century City warrants a visit during your trip to the city.

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One of the oldest shopping centers in the city, the Historic Chinatown Central Plaza is a place where culture meets recreation. The pagodas, neon lights and mandarin boards make this spot seem more downtown Shanghai than Los Angeles, and infuses a touch of Chinese culture into the city. Lined by several stores, restaurants and services, this is where one can find it all from fashion, accessories and electronics, to souvenirs, handicrafts and art. The site also plays host to a number of cultural festivals, concerts, parades and more.