Palm Desert Shopping: Everything Under the Sun and In the Mall!
Whatever brings you to Palm Desert, you won’t want to miss the opportunity for some specialty shopping at some of the area’s popular shopping districts. Local boutiques rub shoulders with international luxury brands; shimmering jewelry stores and art galleries invite you in for a feast for the eyes… Shopping in person is way more fun than online and Palm Desert has so much to offer!
Retail Therapy Along El Paseo aka Downtown Palm Desert
If there is a Downtown Palm Desert, it’s El Paseo. More than 200 shops, restaurants and art galleries fill the mile-long El Paseo shopping experience. Enjoy the stroll on a pleasant day, meandering in and out of the shops that catch your fancy. Cafes, bakeries and restaurants are mixed in throughout serving snacks, lunches and meals. Watch for outdoor seating for a very civilized stop to rest and refresh yourself in between shops. A midday glass of champagne feels so very Palm, doesn’t it?
If you want a ride along El Paseo, the all-electric El Paseo Courtesy Carts run Oct – May, offering rides to all who hail. Download the app from www.ridecircuit.com or jump on a passing Cart. And yes, “courtesy” means a free ride!
Shopping Destinations in Palm Desert, CA
Open air, car-free and indoors, your options for a shopping experience are as varied as the many shops, galleries and restaurants in Palm Desert. Curated shops neighbor each other to enhance your experience and each destination offers its own flavor. Here are some of the most popular shopping destinations in the Palm Desert area.
Destination: The Gardens on El Paseo
Luxury brand shops like Gucci, Johnny Was, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co are joined by up and coming retailers like UNOde50 and Janie & Jack. This comfortable mall is anchored by Saks Fifth Avenue and has become an entertainment hub as well. Watch for special events like Fashion Week, concerts and Cruise nights. It’s always a great place to find a fine meal; select from a wide variety of kitchens.
Destination: The Shops on El Paseo
The west end of El Paseo is home to some of your favorite brands and a way to get the entire experience from your shopping visit. The Chico’s shops are all here, near Athleta, The Upper Crust and Trestle, where you’ll be tempted into personalizing your space from scratch.
Stay Close to Home – No Need to Drive to Palm Springs
Palm Desert has all the shopping fun you want in your vacation and there’s no need to travel far to find it. The Shops at Palm Desert is a traditional mall (sometimes known as Westfield) with stores that the kids will love; Vans Off The Wall, MAC cosmetics and H&M fashion anchored with a Macy’s department store and a fantastic food court. 150 stores will keep you entertained, or take a break or rain day inside at the excellent independent movie theater here.
Destination: Desert Hills Outlet Mall
If you love the look of luxury and also love a bargain, you’ll want to save time to go shopping at Desert Hills Premium Outlets. International fashion houses like Balenciaga, Dolce and Gabbana, Jimmy Choo and Prada fill this shopping destination with deals on fashion, jewelry and home goods. Snack stops pepper the property when you want to stop for a bite or a drink
Palm Desert: Shopping Nirvana
It’s definitely worth setting aside some time to enjoy art and shopping in Palm Desert and the many options here make it easy to do indoors or out. Enjoy the winter weather and stroll the city; it’s a vacation in a vacation!
