Scottsdale Fashion Square
One of the largest malls in the Southwest, this upscale shopping center contains more than 225 stores and restaurants, including 40 that are the sole representatives of their brand in Arizona. Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Dillar... 10best.com
La Grande Orange Grocery
Owned by the same people as La Grande Orange Pizzeria, people come from near and far for the thick, chewy homemade English muffins at this neighborhood nerve center in a stretch of town at Arcadia"s western edge. Yo... travelandleisure.com
Arizona Science Center
This place answers all those impossible questions kids love to ask. Exhibits are interactive, and little visitors participate in creating what they're seeing (like pedaling bicycles to demonstrate kinetic energy). Got kids who th... go.com
Biltmore Fashion Park
At the heart of a red-hot, upscale neighborhood of estate homes, grand resorts and new condominiums is the open-air Biltmore Fashion Park, a lush garden of shopping and dining experiences in the center of the historic B... visitphoenix.com
Borgata Of Scottsdale
Clean, minimalist design and modern Mexican fare make fitting bedfellows at Blanco, in Scottsdale. Classic dishes are reinterpreted and reenergized with unique ingredients and fresh flavors, while the bar mixes up... phoenixrestaurants.com
Kierland Commons
Incorporated into a planned community, this impressive shopping center was designed to have a Main Street feel, complete with sidewalks, a plaza, and buildings of varied appearance, all linked by a unity of design. Along with... 10best.com
Frances
A favorite among well-to-do housewives and their teenage daughters, this boutique stocks an irresistible mix of new jewelry, body products, and garden accessories, plus fanciful greeting cards and Japanese stickers.... travelandleisure.com
Stinkweeds
Established in 1987 by Kimber Lanning, Stinkweeds is an independently owned music shop specializing in local, indie, and imported tunes by such artists as Zach Condon, Feist, Mastodon, and Alberta Cross. Situated in... travelandleisure.com
Made Art Boutique
Cindy Dach stocks her "art boutique"; with bright red Moleskine calendars, the latest Miranda July stories, and locally made jewelry-including handcrafted silver rings, crystal earrings, and glittery poker-chip neck... travelandleisure.com
Stuffington Bear Factory
Manufacturing stuffed animals since 1959, Stuffington is the Valley's maker of furry friends. Each day at 1 pm, Stuffington offers a free tour of the factory. This is a spot where grandchildren can personalize their own... grandparents.com
Paradise Valley Mall
Paradise Valley Mall features 125 stores including Costco, Dillard's, JCPenney, Macy's and Sears. This family-friendly shopping destination features a play area, located in JCPenny Court, for pre-schoolers open during regular... 10best.com
Garage: A Body Shop For Kids
Show your grandchildren (and daughters and sons-in-laws) just how hip you really are by splurging on an item from this new boutique for kids clothing. If you are a fan of edgy, rock-and-roll designs for your grandchildr... grandparents.com
Kidstop
Kidstop's mantra is music to all children's ears - "DO touch, DO play, and DO try this at home." With an amazing selection of toys for all age groups, from flying turtles to trikes to big, rubber balls, the grandchildre... grandparents.com
Little Blue Choo Choo
You may have noticed that your grandchildren are bombarded with poorly-made, plastic toys these days, whether it be from a kid's meal or a chain store. Little Blue Choo Choo is a breath of fresh air - and unbroken toys ... grandparents.com
Gilbert Ortega
Gilbert Ortega's fine silver jewelry glitters in the hot Arizona sun. Turquoise and silver jewelry, kachinas and sand mytravelguide.com
Grey Wolf Gallery
Showcasing local Native American artists for more than twenty years, Grey Wolf Gallery is a great place to pick up mytravelguide.com
Bishop Gallery
Find this exclusive Impressionist and Southwestern gallery right on Main Street in the middle of Old Scottsdale. citysearch.com
Cosanti Originals
This boutique features handcrafted wind-bells and sculptures by artist Paolo Soleri. All purchases go to fund the igougo.com