Tucson Newcomers Guide

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All You Need to Know

SHOPPING

Whether searching for a keepsake from the Southwest, a trendy new clothing item, or a piece of jewelry for a special occasion, you can find it here, plus everything else imaginable. With four enclosed shopping malls, plus dozens of outdoor plazas and markets, Tucson offers shoppers a wealth of retail options.

WHERE TO SHOP

Here's an overview of just a few of the many fine shopping opportunities in and around Tucson. And while you're out finding the perfect accessory or piece of furniture for your home, don't be surprised if you run across a lot of other great finds as well.

DOWNTOWN & UNIVERSITY AREAS

Downtown Arts District
Roughly bounded by I-10, Toole Ave., 4th Ave., and 15th St., www.tucsonartsdistrict.org.
Find an eclectic mix of sidewalk cafés, bars, vintage and gift shops, theaters, and diverse galleries hosting numerous arts and cultural events each month.

Fourth Avenue
On 4th Ave. between Congress St. and University Blvd., www.fourthavenue.org.
Take the trolley through this unique historic shopping district boasting more than 100 shops and restaurants offering vintage and boutique clothing, jewelry, furniture, artworks, and a food co-op. You'll find fashions, antiques, artwork, and handcrafted and imported wares. The Fourth Avenue Street Fair is held in early spring and again in December.

The Lost Barrio On Park Ave. just south of Broadway Blvd. This unique row of shops offers an extensive inventory of furniture and home accessories, plus garden and landscaping elements. Concentrating on Southwestern and ethnic styles, the shops carry antiques, reproductions, imports, and one-of-a-kind items.

Main Gate Square
On University Blvd. between Park and Euclid Aves., www.maingatesquare.com.
A pedestrian friendly shopping and dining destination near The University of Arizona with more than 50 shops and restaurants including c lothing stores , a bike shop, a bookstore, coffeehouses, brew pubs, and the Marriott hotel. Take the trolley from Main Gate to Fourth Ave.

Old Town Artisans
In the historic El Presidio neighborhood, downtown at 201 N. Court Ave., www.oldtownartisans.com.
An impressive amount of handcrafted work by local, regional, and Latin American artists and artisans occupies an entire city block, including a landscaped courtyard and a Southwestern restaurant.

CENTRAL

Broadway Village
Southwest corner of Broadway Blvd. and Country Club Rd.
This charming Mission-style complex hosts a wine-country restaurant and a number of interesting shopping experiences, from custom jewelry and kitchenware to art, fine Colonial furniture, imported rugs, holiday decor, and more.

Campbell Avenue
On Campbell Ave. between Grant and Fort Lowell Rds.
This bustling corridor of Campbell Ave. offers a vast array of shops and galleries offering Native American and Mexican arts & crafts, handcrafted jewelry, designer apparel, music and instruments, collectibles, and more, as well as nearly 50 restaurants.

Crossroads Festival
Northeast corner of Grant and Swan Rds.
Find bed and bath accessories, men's and woman's clothing shops, a paper and party-supply store, a cigar shop, a toy store, an ice cream shop, an art store, a coffe shop, specialty baked goods, a grocery store, restaurants, salons, a furniture store, video rental, a six-screen movie theater, and other specialty stores.

El Con Mall
On Broadway Blvd. between Country Club Rd. and Alvernon Way, www.shopelcon.com.
Tucson’s first regional shopping mall, El Con houses JCPenney, Macy’s, The Home Depot, The Poster Warehouse, Target, Claim Jumper Restaurant, In-N-Out Burger, and Century 20 Theaters with stadium-style seating.

Fort Lowell Furniture District
On Fort Lowell Rd. between Tucson and Dodge Blvds.
Copenhagen Imports, California Design Center, Contents Interiors, Knock-on- Wood, Norwalk The Furniture Idea, Total Look Interiors, Illuminations, and Alexander’s on Fort Lowell are all located within a three-block stretch and feature top-quality furniture, unique home accessories, and professional design services. Nearby find Tangerine Gallery as well as Total Look Interiors.

Plaza Palomino
Southeast corner of Swan and Fort Lowell Rds., www.plazapalomino.com.
You’ll enjoy shopping, fine dining, and relaxing among tiled courtyards and fountains in a haciendalike setting. Shops include women’s apparel, jewelry, art galleries, specialty stores such as a stationery shop, and restaurants.

NORTHWEST & FOOTHILLS

Casas Adobes
Southwest corner of Oracle and Ina Rds., www.casasadobesplaza.com.
This historic Mediterranean/Territorial-style center features premier home accesory and furniture stores, upscale clothing and shoes, restaurants, cafés, plus jewelry, gifts, natural foods, wine, and Native American arts & crafts.

Foothills Mall
Northwest corner of Ina Rd. and La Cholla Blvd., www.shopfoothillsmall.com.
This mall offers a Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, and other manufacturers’ outlet stores, specialty boutiques, a 15-screen movie theater, restaurants, and more.

Gallery Row at El Cortijo Northeast corner of Skyline Dr. and Campbell Ave. This shopping complex, with architecture inspired by the provincial farmhouses of southern Spain, is home to world-class galleries and shops that offer fine art, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and clothing, as well as items for the home and garden.

Joesler Village
Northwest corner of River Rd. and Campbell Ave.
This contemporary shopping center, set among tasteful courtyards and fountains, features upscale retail shops including furniture and art galleries, clothing boutiques, specialty shops, four stylish restaurants, and more.

La Encantada
Northwest corner of Skyline Dr. and Campbell Ave., www.laencantadashoppingcenter.com.
La Encantada features high-end shops, including Tiffany & Co., Bebe, Louis Vuitton, and Williams- Sonoma. Choose from a handful of upscale restaurants while enjoying the open-air environment.

Paloma Village Center
Southeast corner of Skyline Dr. and Campbell Ave.
Located in the foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains, this five building center features a number of highend shops and restaurants, including a steakhouse, a regional gift shop, and galleries, as well as a variety of local businesses. Inspired by the work of architect Josias Joesler, the center offers a romantic ambiance, complete with brick buildings and ceramic-tile accents.

Plaza Colonial
Southwest corner of Skyline Dr. and Campbell Ave.
Reminiscent of the streets of Spanish Colonial Mexico and topped with an Old Worldstyle copper dome, the newest addition to the Foothills includes clothing boutiques, a bank, both a “med spa” and a day spa, galleries, and restaurants.

The River Center
Northeast corner of River and Craycroft Rds.
A palm-lined courtyard in the shape of the state of Arizona highlights this Foothills center, which features restaurants, women’s clothing, Southwest gifts, jewelry, craft supplies, a florist, a salon, and an antique store, as well as a public library branch.

St. Philip's Plaza
Southeast corner of River Rd. and Campbell Ave., www.stphilipsplaza.com.
Innovative restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a salon and day spa accompany shops featuring fashions, shoes, furnishings, and the arts. Set in a Mexicanstyle outdoor plaza with fountains, tiled courtyards, and lush, colorful landscaping with an all-suites hotel.

The Tucson Mall
Northeast corner of Oracle and Wetmore Rds., www.tucsonmall.com.
Tucson's largest shopping mall houses more than 200 retail stores, including Dillard's, Macy's, JCPenney, Mervyn's, Sears, Gap, and Old Navy, plus a food court with an international selection.

EAST

El Mercado Shoppes
Southeast corner of Broadway Blvd. and Wilmot Rd.
This unique mercado, or market, offers restaurants, a salon and day spa, a florist, jewelry stores, a chocolate store, a nature and art gallery, a furniture store, and other specialty shops.

La Plaza Shoppes
At 6530–6548 E. Tanque Verde Rd. near Grant Rd.
A diverse mix of shopping opportunities features several restaurants, fine boutiques, art galleries, jewelry stores, furniture, antiques and collectibles, a salon, and a candy store.

Park Place
On Broadway Blvd. between Craycroft and Wilmot Rds., www.parkplacemall.com.
Home to approximately 150 fine stores, including Dillard’s, Macy’s, and Sears, accompany a food court that includes Metro Grill and Bamboo Club. Shop at other big names, including Gap, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor Loft, Old Navy, Aveda, Z Gallerie, and Borders Books & Music.

The Plaza at Williams Centre Southwest corner of Broadway Blvd. and Craycroft Rd. In the shadow of Tucson’s eastside corporate and financial center, this sophisticated plaza features jewelry, gifts, elegantto- casual men’s apparel, footwear, bicycles, high-end furniture and rugs, restaurants, and a nightclub.

Santa Fe Square
At 7000 E. Tanque Verde Rd. near Grant Rd.
This pueblo-style shopping center features multiple art galleries and museums, rugs, a hair salon, and more.

Trail Dust Town At 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd. near Grant Rd., www.traildusttown.com. Enjoy a replica 19th-century Western street with wooden sidewalks and Wild West stunt shows, small shops, galleries, and a central plaza with a gazebo. Restaurants include a steakhouse and a café. Specialty stores feature exclusive gifts, including jewelry, custom leather, Western attire, period photographs, fine art, home accessories, and gourmet chocolate and candy.

Ventana Plaza
On Kolb Rd. just south of Sunrise Dr., www.ventanaplaza.com.
Nestled in the shadow of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this sophisticated plaza offers visitors international cuisine, designer handbags and accessories, and women’s fashions, as well as a contemporary art gallery, gift shop, salon, fitness center, and children’s dance studio.

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