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Seaport Village
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Seaport Village
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Ranked #1 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 392 reviews

Seaport Village is a 14 acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex recreating a harbor side setting of a century ago. It includes 54 one- of-a-kind shops, 13... more »

Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Malls
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
Fashion Valley Shopping Center
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Fashion Valley Shopping Center
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Ranked #2 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
This popular shopping mall is on multiple levels and gives shoppers a choice of more than 200 stores and boutiques.
Attraction type  Malls
Distance  3.7 miles from city center
Gaslamp Quarter
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Gaslamp Quarter
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Ranked #3 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 140 reviews
Owner description: A 16-block national historic district that offers visitors a variety of restaurants and shops, as well as an eyeful of... more » Owner description: A 16-block national historic district that offers visitors a variety of restaurants and shops, as well as an eyeful of Victorian architecture. « less
Attraction type  Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas; Historic Sites; Shops
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Las Americas Premium Outlets
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Las Americas Premium Outlets
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Ranked #4 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Malls
Distance  13.6 miles from city center
Westfield Horton Plaza
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Westfield Horton Plaza
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Ranked #5 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
A huge, creatively designed shopping center.
Attraction type  Malls
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Upstart Crow
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Upstart Crow
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Ranked #6 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: An amusing little bookstore filled with eclectic and charming curios, books, stationery, toys and San Diego-related... more » Owner description: An amusing little bookstore filled with eclectic and charming curios, books, stationery, toys and San Diego-related literature. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
Mission Valley Center
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Ranked #7 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Offering the most extensive collection of stores and restaurants in the entire region, this San Diego mall includes major... more » Owner description: Offering the most extensive collection of stores and restaurants in the entire region, this San Diego mall includes major department stores and over 200 specialty shops and boutiques. « less
Attraction type  Malls
Distance  3.7 miles from city center
Racine & Laramie Tobacco Shop
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Ranked #8 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
San Diego's oldest cigar store.
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  3.6 miles from city center
Spanish Village Art Center
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Spanish Village Art Center
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Ranked #9 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Located in Balboa Park, this center is home to many art galleries and studios.
Attraction type  Art Galleries
Distance  1.4 miles from city center
Macy's
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Ranked #10 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Famous department store that specializes in clothing and furniture for all tastes.
Attraction type  Shops
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
Bazaar del Mundo
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Ranked #11 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
A street market with restaurants and shops in the Old Town.
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets; Malls; Shops; Specialty Shops
Distance  3.7 miles from city center
Hazard Center
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Ranked #12 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 1 review
This mini-mall has everything from popular clothing stores to famous restaurants like Prego's and Trophy's.
Attraction type  Malls
Distance  3.9 miles from city center
Old Town Trading Company
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Old Town Trading Company
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Ranked #13 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Popular gift shop that sells Mexican-style merchandise and trinkets.
Attraction type  Shops
Pilar's Beach Wear
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Ranked #14 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 1 review

OK, this place is swimsuit heaven!  If you do not find it here, you probably won't find it anywhere. They have good quality suits in all styles. There is a good selection of... more »

Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  7.3 miles from city center
Buffalo Exchange
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Ranked #15 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  7.9 miles from city center
San Diego Bike Shop
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Ranked #16 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Back From Tomboctou
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Ranked #17 of 31 Attractions in San Diego
3 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Shops
Distance  4.1 miles from city center
Nordstrom
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Famous for its attentive sales staff, this world-famous department store carries top-of-the-line merchandise.
Attraction type  Department Stores
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Barnes and Noble Booksellers
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Sip a cup of coffee as you browse through this popular bookstore.
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
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Silverado Trading Post
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Attraction type  Antique Shops; Specialty Shops
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Structure
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A fashionable store for today's male.
Attraction type  Shops
Distance  11.4 miles from city center
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The Paladion
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Owner description: Downtown San Diego's fancy fashion center, located inside a three-level, open-atrium structure, featuring such notable stores... more » Owner description: Downtown San Diego's fancy fashion center, located inside a three-level, open-atrium structure, featuring such notable stores as Tiffany & Co. and Cartier. « less
Attraction type  Malls
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Windsport
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Get all of your windsurfing equipment at this shop, along with taking a lesson or two.
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
Distance  6.7 miles from city center
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Mexico Shop
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A little taste of Latin America in this San Diego shop that features Mexican handicrafts and jewelry.
Attraction type  Shops
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Neiman Marcus
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Owner description: World-famous specialty department store that boasts a wide range of exclusive merchandise from clothing and accessories to... more » Owner description: World-famous specialty department store that boasts a wide range of exclusive merchandise from clothing and accessories to jewelry and beauty supplies. « less
Attraction type  Department Stores
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
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Nordstrom Rack
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Don't want to pay the regular prices at Nordstrom? Try this exclusive store's clearance outlet for bargain-shopping.
Attraction type  Department Stores; Factory Outlets
Distance  3.7 miles from city center
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Brady's
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A contemporary shop that specializes in elegant, but casual, clothes for men and women.
Attraction type  Shops
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
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Blue Door
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Can't find a rare book or magazine? Try this popular bookstore that caters to every reader's taste.
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
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Gepetto's
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Independently owned store that offers unusual clothes and toys for tots.
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
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Plaza del Pasado
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Owner description: Plaza del Pasado in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park brings San Diego's early history to life. The four-acre plaza sits... more » Owner description: Plaza del Pasado in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park brings San Diego's early history to life. The four-acre plaza sits at the center of San Diego's original Mexican pueblo, founded in 1821, which eventually grew into a bustling American town. Strolling storytellers in period costume, live Mariachi bands singing crowd-pleasing rendition of "Oye Como Va" by Santana, local artisans demonstrating glass blowing, shopping, and restaurants inspired by 19th century San Diego life. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Shops
Distance  3.6 miles from city center
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