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Discover Local Shopping In Las Vegas
by Kelly Marie
As a new resident, you have probably already noticed that a great deal of the shopping in Las Vegas is geared toward the tourist. These malls are mostly located on or near the strip and within walking distance to all the major casinos. Before you resign yourself to fighting the crowds and paying the high prices at these “tourist” malls, you will be happy to know that you do have options.
Las Vegas offers many excellent choices for local residents to shop, with regional malls strategically located throughout the city. In fact, Nevada’s largest shopping mall is one of your choices. Unlike the tourist malls, these local malls depend on your loyalty and -repeat business, and this is why they go out of their way to try and make your shopping experience convenient, -affordable and pleasant. They also sponsor many community and children’s events. So if you want to stay clear of tourists, -inflated prices and the crowded strip, here is a look at some of the best local malls in Las Vegas.
The Boulevard Mall
3528 S. Maryland Parkway702-732-8949; www.boulevardmall.comHours: Monday-Saturday 10 am-9 pm Sunday 11 am-6 pm
The Boulevard Mall is shopping for the real Las Vegas. A local favorite, the Boulevard is centrally located on the corner of Maryland Parkway and Desert Inn Road. The center features more than 150 shops and services including Charlotte Russe, Torrid, The Children’s Place, Gap, American Eagle Outfitters, Dillard’s, JC Penny, Macy’s and Sears. It also features the Panorama Cafe food court. Complimentary valet parking and three covered parking decks are available year-round.
Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet
1717 S. Decatur Blvd.702-877-0087Hours: Friday-Sunday 10 am-6 pm
If you want “hundreds of shoppes, thousands of brands and millions of great prices,” then Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet is the place you want to be. Located at the corner of Decatur and Oakey, it is a favorite among locals. In fact, Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet has been voted the “Best of Las Vegas” every year by readers of the Las Vegas Review Journal. Admission is $1.00 for adults and children 12 and under are free. (Be sure to see the FREE admission coupon located on page 28!)
Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas
32100 S. Las Vegas Blvd.I-15 at exit 1 in Primm)702-874-1400Hours: Daily 10 am – 8 pm
If shopping for bargains in an outlet mall is your passion, look no further. Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas, located in Primm, is just 35 miles south of Las Vegas, on interstate 15. The Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas feature over 100 brand names such as Coach, Todds, Burberry, Neiman Marcus Last Call, William Sonoma, Hollister, Michael Kors and many more.
Voted the best place to shop in southern Nevada by a local magazine for the past two years, Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas is closer than you think. A shoppers shuttle leaves from convenient locations on the strip with daily schedules. Information and reservations for the shuttle can be made by calling 702-974-1400.
And don’t forget to ask about a new frequent shopper program for Nevada residents called the Privileges Club. (See ad page 14.)
Galleria at Sunset
1300 W. Sunset RoadIn Henderson at I-95 and Sunset Rd.702-434-0202; www.galleriaatsunset.comHours: Monday-Saturday 10 am-9 pm Sunday 11 am-7 pm
Just a few miles from the strip, yet far from the hustle and bustle, you’ll find the Galleria at Sunset, one of Nevada’s premier shopping attractions. Boutiques and eateries are set amidst two levels of splashing fountains, vaulting skylights and desert blooms. This popular local mall features 140 world class stores, including Dillard’s, Macy’s, JCPenney, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Mervyn’s.
Conveniently located at the intersection of Sunset Road and Stephanie Street in Henderson, the mall is easily accessible off Interstate 95/515 at the Sunset Road Exit. (See ad back cover.)
Meadows Mall
4300 Meadows LaneNorthwest Las Vegas Valley702-878-3331Hours: Monday-Friday 10 am-9 pm Saturday 10 am-7 pm Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Meadows Mall is the only regional shopping center serving the north, northwest and southwest residents of Las Vegas. And with over 120 shops, services and eateries, area residents think there’s no better place to shop. The center is anchored by Dillard’s, JCPenney, Macy’s and Sears.
Meadows Mall has been recently remodeled and is conveniently located with easy access off US 95 at Valley View Boulevard.
Town Square Las Vegas
I-15 & 215 junction702-263-4262Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 am-9:30 pm Friday & Saturday 10 am-10 pm Sunday 11 am-8 pm
If you’re looking for a place where the entire family can spend the day together, you should visit Las Vegas’ new edition to the locals’ shopping scene. Town Square Las Vegas, an open-air shopping, dining and entertainment destination, recently opened its doors to Las Vegas residents on November 14, 2007. According to developers Turnberry and Associates and Centra Properties, Town Square will help fill a void in the market by providing a gathering place for residents.
The dozens of shops and restaurants that comprise Town Square are integrated throughout the 1.5 million square foot center’s 22 buildings. There is even a children’s park that offers excitement for kids of all ages and features a tree house within a giant 42 foot tree along with a climbing rope, slide and a fort that’s connected by a bridge. A children’s theater hosts shows, performances, storytelling, birthday parties and more.