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Shop Small in Old Town

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TO SHOP SMALL IN OLD TOWN

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One of the best ways to get to know the pulse of a city and its people is to spend time with the locals. The independently owned small businesses that dot the Old Town Scottsdale districts are packed with one-of-a-kind treasures, delicious treats and Arizona-infused mementos.

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THE MERCHANTILE OF SCOTTSDALE

This boutique marketplace is not your average arts and crafts market. The dog-friendly, 5,400-squarefoot indoor space is brimming with local handmade goods and unique finds from more than 100 Arizonabased businesses, makers and designers. To achieve the mission of creators Kimberly and Eugene Pak to provide local business owners with a place to engage with the community, the marketplace is outfitted with a DIY project area and designated spaces for exciting events and workshops where visitors can learn from local creators. It’s the perfect one-stop shop to gather, shop and support small businesses in a creative and inspiring space.

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RIVER TRADING POST

River Trading Post promises authentic Native American art, and it delivers. Since opening in 2000, River Trading Post has worked with an outstanding artist lineup and art collectors from around the world to offer a dazzling blend of contemporary and vintage artworks. As you explore the gallery, you will discover antique Navajo weavings, pre-Columbian pottery, Hopi katsinas, jewelry, sculptures, wall art and much more.

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KACTUS JOCK

Kactus Jock is the ultimate souvenir shop that makes selecting vacation mementos an experience all its own. Intermixed with the typical tchotchkes you would expect to find are locally made hot sauces and salsas, a large array of cactus gifts and hand-blown Mexican glass. Stock up on ASU apparel and “it’s a dry heat” products while you browse the large selection of Arizona-themed t-shirt designs that are printed onsite.

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FLOWER BAR

Old Town’s innovative Flower Bar specializes in the art and education of floral design. While locals are drawn to the exquisite live arrangements, out-of-town visitors have fallen in love with the shop’s unique dried bouquets. Adorably called Mocktails, these trendy bouquets are composed entirely of preserved and dried flowers. For those looking to take a piece of the desert home with them, Flower Bar’s Botanical Collection offers a rotating selection of green and desert plants along with care instructions to ensure plant success.

OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE AT A GLANCE

Where Is Old Town? From Chaparral Rd. south to Osborn Rd., and from 68th St. east to Miller Rd.

Hotels & Resorts Old Town is home to 15+ outstanding resorts and hotels in all price ranges.

Dining & Nightlife There are more than 100 restaurants, bars and nightclubs in Old Town.

Public Art The streets of Old Town are adorned with 45+ public art installations.

Parking Free parking is available throughout Old Town, along the streets and in 25 lots and garages.

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SPHINX DATE CO.

Looking for one-of-a-kind Arizona treats? Make Sphinx Date Co. your first stop! Locally grown medjool dates are the stars here and you can try these sweet treats dried, in products like salsas and sauces, or whipped into Sphinx’s famous date milkshake. And the gourmet goodness doesn’t stop there. Sphinx also offers Arizona craft beer and wine and specialty pantry items by local purveyors.

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VINTAGE BY MISTY

Vintage by Misty boasts a curated collection of designer clothes and accessories that will take you through the best decades of fashion, from the 1960s to today. Owner Misty Guerriero’s inspiration for the shop came on a trip to Paris, where she stumbled upon beautiful vintage finds. High demand from locals and celebrity stylists keeps the store’s racks filled with designer staples like Chanel, Gucci and Hermès.

OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE

Our authentic Old West heritage distinguishes Old Town from other destinations. However, we have never been stuck in the past. Locals have come to appreciate us for our world-renowned cuisine and shopping, contemporary art galleries, western museums, evolving bar and nightlife scene, year-round events and boutique hotels ideal for stay-cations. We offer visitors the best of both worlds – new and exciting amenities in a walkable town that still honors the western trail that brought us here.

oldtownscottsdaleaz.com @oldtownscottsdale @oldtownscottsdale

BILTMORE FASHION PARK

Biltmore Fashion Park is known for its lush gardens, relaxing fountains, and exquisite collection of shopping and dining. Located in the heart of a historic neighborhood filled with upscale businesses, elite residences and luxury resorts makes the center a frequent destination for daytime office workers and yearround visitors.

602-955-8401 shopbiltmore.com @biltmorefashionpark @shopbiltmore

KIERLAND COMMONS

Kierland Commons is a Main Street lifestyle center situated on the border of Scottsdale and Northeast Phoenix. Its intimate walkways are lined with national and unique retailers alike, featuring a sophisticated and eclectic shopping, dining, and entertainment mix. Kierland Commons is the perfect destination for both locals and visitors.

480-348-1577 kierlandcommons.com @kierlandcommons @kierlandcommons

SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE

World-renowned Scottsdale Fashion Square continues to be Arizona’s definitive home for the best in luxury retail including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dior, Versace, Saint Laurent, Bottega Venetta and Cartier. After curating its elevated, expanded luxury wing and Grand North Entrance, the property continues to add a wealth of exciting, delicious, invigorating and Instagrammable experiences – all drawing waves of enthusiastic visitors who crave the unique.

480-941-2140 fashionsquare.com @scottsdalefashionsquare @scottsdalefashionsquare

SCOTTSDALE QUARTER

Scottsdale Quarter is one of Scottsdale’s top destinations. The open-air shopping center boasts breathtaking views, gourmet eateries, top-of-the-line beauty services, and some of the best shopping in town. The Quarter also is home to the park-like gathering space, The Quad, featuring the largest pop-jet fountain in the region and a lineup of exciting events and activities happening throughout the year. Scottsdale Quarter has just what you need, for every occasion.

480-270-8123 scottsdalequarter.com @scottsdalequarter @scottsdalequarter

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