Hidden Treasures

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Houston Shopping

This internationally acclaimed shopping destination includes deluxe malls with hundreds of stores, classy European-style shopping centers, eclectic districts in historic neighborhoods and bargain-filled outlet centers.

More Than a Mall

The Galleria

The crown jewel of the Houston shopping scene, the 375-store Galleria features designer boutiques by Tory Burch, Christian Dior, Versace and Chanel. The mini city also contains two hotels, an ice rink, a post office and food options galore. Two Macy's stores, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom serve as the mall's key anchors.

Al Fresco Shopping

Rice Village

Near Rice University and the Museum District, Rice Village shines as one of the city's oldest, best-loved shopping enclaves. The Village Arcade is home to anchor stores like Gap, Banana Republic, Express, White House/Black Market and more. But it's the unique boutiques such as J. Silver, Chloe Dao's LOT 8 and Elaine Turner; bars/clubs such as The Ginger Man; and a wide variety of restaurants that grant The Village its eclectic personality.

River Oaks Shopping Center

Experience top-notch shopping and dining in one of Houston's most prestigious neighborhoods. Chic boutiques such as 310 Rosemont, Rococo and Rebecca & Drew give the spot fresh, fashionable energy. The center also boasts home goods havens such as Events, Design Within Reach and Sur La Table, as well as the 70-year-old River Oaks Theatre.

Highland Village

This open-air shopping center, tucked just inside the Loop, is a must-do destination for home furnishings and accessories. Explore Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie, West Elm and more. You'll also find fashion and beauty icons Tootsies, lucy, Donald J. Pliner, Cole Haan, Joseph, Kiehl's, Ann Taylor and Lucky Brand Dungarees.

Uptown Park

Explore the European-style shopping offered at the 10-year-old Uptown Park development, which features fountains, lush landscaping and architectural details, along with luxury boutiques, cafes and salons. Peruse well-heeled shops such as M. Penner, Lucho and Lenny e Cia or indulge in a sinfully sweet treat from Crave Cupcakes or a glass of vino at The Tasting Room.

Unique Districts

Harwin Drive

Like New York's Canal Street, the Harwin neighborhood boasts many stores selling leather goods, jewelry, perfume and clothing-some real and some faux, but most at incredible prices. Don't miss Charming Charlie, a chic women's accessory story with must-have handbags, jewelry, watches, scarves and sunglasses.

Historic Houston Heights

Antiques, designer décor, vintage clothing, art galleries and garden shops abound in this charming neighborhood, boasting well-preserved Victorian architecture along verdant Heights Boulevard and Yale Streets. Don't miss 19th Street's multitude of shops.

Lower Westheimer

Lower Westheimer, also known as the Westheimer Curve, is a winding road of offbeat and sometimes simply amazing shopping. You never know what surprise piece you will find at Buffalo Exchange, a resale shop that mixes street clothes with last season's designer duds dropped off by local socialites. Nearby you'll find other resale shops including the vintage chic Blackbird Trading Co. and the more alternative and edgy Taxi Taxi. Stylish shoppers who want to stretch their dollars make a beeline to Fashion Recycler on Westheimer to nab name brand and designer clothing, handbags and shoes sold at half the original price. Old Blue House Antiques houses unbelievable amounts of antique furniture, collectibles and housewares. The Emporium is an antique and hardware store that includes massive doors and fireplace mantels and a vast assortment of garden fountains and gates.

Old Town Spring Shopping Village

Unwind at the 100-year-old village comprised by cobblestone streets and restored homes. Shop for home décor, art and antiques at Old Town's more than 150 merchants in an enchanting Victorian village north of Houston, just off I-45.

Downtown

At the center of the downtown shopping district is Macy's in the historical location of Houston's oldest department store. The new Houston Pavilions features a mix of dining and great shopping, at stores like Forever 21, BCBG and Books-A-Million.

Art Hopping

Where to begin? Follow our gallery-by-gallery guide for where you need to go to get your art on.

For more than two decades Gallery Row-at the intersection of Colquitt and Lake Streets--has been home to an exciting enclave of galleries housed door-to-door in a handsome, Arquitectonica-designed postmodern structure.

Five minutes north of Colquitt lies the Upper Kirby District, anchored by Meredith Long & Company, the Bayou City's preeminent blue chip, founded 1957, with a history of exhibiting 19th century American Impressionists and contemporary grand masters.

East of Colquitt and south of River Oaks and the Upper Kirby District is the Richmond Avenue Corridor, a burgeoning area boasting some of Houston's most powerful art players.

Continuing down Richmond Avenue, you'll quickly reach the Museum District, a new nexus for gallery action. The must-see stop is 4411 Montrose Gallery Building, home to five galleries (as well as the charming dining nook, Tart Café).

Outlet Malls

Katy Mills

In the west Houston suburb of Katy lies a unique shopping and entertainment destination with hundreds of stores, restaurants and entertainment venues. The space makes room for a Neiman Marcus Last Call, Juicy Couture, Polo Ralph Lauren and Victoria's Secret.

Houston Premium Outlets

More than 100 and brand-name outlet stores such as BCBG Max Azria, Escada, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade and Kenneth Cole fill the discount shopping destination. Located 30 miles northwest of downtown, the center offers luxury purchases with savings of 25 to 65 percent.

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