Radisson Hotel San Diego-Rancho Bernardo

LA JOLLA. Upscale open-air shopping complex featuring over 140 specialty shops and department stores. Walk among swaying...

LA JOLLA. Upscale open-air shopping complex featuring over 140 specialty shops and department stores. Walk among swaying palms, fragrant eucalyptus, and soothing fountains while browsing for that one-of-a-kind gift. Macy's, Sears and Nordstrom are anchors. Other stores include Sephora, Apple Store, Crate & Barrel, Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Chico's, Forever 21, Pottery Barn, and The Limited.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-7pm

MISSION VALLEY. This is San Diego's largest shopping venue, featuring over 200 specialty shops and department stores....

MISSION VALLEY. This is San Diego's largest shopping venue, featuring over 200 specialty shops and department stores. Anchors include Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and JCPenney. Other stores include Sephora, Tiffany & Co., Lush, J.Crew, Louis Vuitton, Henri Bendel, Forever 21, BCBG, and Build-a-Bear Workshop. California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang's China Bistro, and Starbucks are among the many dining options.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 11am-7pm

HILLCREST / BALBOA PARK. Though a relatively small area, Hillcrest makes for some great shopping. This area is famous...

HILLCREST / BALBOA PARK. Though a relatively small area, Hillcrest makes for some great shopping. This area is famous for being the center of the city's gay and lesbian population. A number of shops selling everything from vintage wares to chic home decor dot the neighborhood, as do restaurants and coffee shops. A hardware store, used book store, hat shop and other specialty shops are great afternoon diversions. Street and lot parking are available. You can begin your shopping at the center of the area, the corner of University and Fifth, and fan out from there.

OLD TOWN. A favorite of locals and tourists for decades, this colorful marketplace features several specialty shops and...

OLD TOWN. A favorite of locals and tourists for decades, this colorful marketplace features several specialty shops and restaurants. Merchandise from all over the world is available, with an emphasis on goods from Mexico. Special events such as Cinco de Mayo and Dias de los Muertos draw big crowds to Bazaar Del Mundo every year. Daily entertainment includes musicians and dancers, as well as craft and cooking demonstrations.

Hours: Sun-Mon 10am-5:30pm; Tue-Sat 10am-9pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

OLD TOWN. For those of Irish descent or anyone who loves the Emerald Isle, this Old Town store is a cornucopia of...

OLD TOWN. For those of Irish descent or anyone who loves the Emerald Isle, this Old Town store is a cornucopia of delights. Irish jewelry, mugs, t-shirts, signs, toy leprechauns, Hurley sticks, clan lineage parchments, and virtually everything under the rainbow can be found here. Food items, including Irish soft drinks, preserves and teas are also available.

Hours: Tue-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

This 9,000-square-foot antiques mall has everything from Victorian china and 19th-century European jewelry to mid-20th...

This 9,000-square-foot antiques mall has everything from Victorian china and 19th-century European jewelry to mid-20th century furniture. The store, which also assists with estate sales, has a nice selection of paintings and books. It's the ideal place to spend an afternoon wandering and browsing for hidden treasures.

Hours: Daily 10am-6pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

DOWNTOWN. The charming downtown Little Italy district is familiar to many as the location for the annual Little Italy...

DOWNTOWN. The charming downtown Little Italy district is familiar to many as the location for the annual Little Italy Festa during which about 100 artists create temporary masterpieces on the pavement, in chalk. It's a festive district that's fun just to stroll through, but if shopping is on your radar, there are numerous art galleries, home décor stores and even antique dealers. Italian eateries predominate, of course, but there are plenty of alternatives if your appetite leans toward other cuisines.

GASLAMP QUARTER. This 16-block section of downtown is a national historic district filled with specialty shops, art...

GASLAMP QUARTER. This 16-block section of downtown is a national historic district filled with specialty shops, art galleries and restaurants. Numerous theaters and nightclubs call the Gaslamp Quarter home, so there's plenty to do after the sun sets. It's also an excellent neighborhood for checking out some of the city's early Victorian architecture. Visit the William Heath Davis House, which has exhibits detailing Gaslamp history, to learn about the district's colorful past. 4th and 6th Avenues from Broadway to Harbor Drive.

DOWNTOWN. This massive complex, bordered by First and Fourth Avenues, Broadway and G Streets, is home to over 130 shops...

DOWNTOWN. This massive complex, bordered by First and Fourth Avenues, Broadway and G Streets, is home to over 130 shops and cafes, anchored by Nordstrom and Macy's. Other shops include Gap, BCBG Max Azria, Ann Taylor LOFT, Pacific Sunwear, GameStop, Journeys, Hot Topic, Vans, and Guess. There's also a 14-screen cinema and numerous restaurants and fast food joints.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm

DOWNTOWN. This 14-acre waterfront village features 57 specialty shops and galleries. Some of the items you'll find...

DOWNTOWN. This 14-acre waterfront village features 57 specialty shops and galleries. Some of the items you'll find include handmade soaps, nautical collectibles, home accessories, magic tricks, jewelry, hot sauces, toys, sportswear, books, decorative tiles, kites, music boxes, coffee beans and hammocks. All the shopping may leave you a bit hungry, but never fear. Dining options include gourmet restaurants, burger and pizza joints, even cookie and ice cream shops (restaurant hours vary). Live music is offered regularly as well.

Hours: Daily 10am-9pm