Created in 1989, the Third Street Promenade is Santa Monica’s popular main street. It’s been converted into a massive pedestrianized outdoor mall, which offers up carefree and car-free strolling. This is the place to engage in some serious retail therapy. You’ll find a mix of well known brands and some unique boutiques — Urban Outfitters, Patagonia...

The promenade ends at the Santa Monica Place, the other shopping destination in the town. Designed by Frank Gehry, it’s a glassy open air indoor shopping mall with department stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. You’ll also find plenty of specialty boutiques, like Free People and Tory Burch. There’s even a Tiffany’s if jewelry is on your list....

Montana Avenue is a tree-lined boulevard that you might want to stroll down. It stretches 10 blocks from 7th to 17th Street. One tree on each block has been transformed into a unique illuminated work of art. You’ll also find an eclectic mix of over 150 designer shops and organic eateries. Pop into Planet Blue or Femalle for cool California clothing...