El Paseo: Shopping as it Should Be

 

 

Whether you’re just browsing or stocking up on the season’s latest style, there’s no better place than the El Paseo shopping district, Palm Desert’s paradise of retail stores, galleries and restaurants. From couture to comfort, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for on this tree-lined street dotted with public art – and enjoy a perfectly pleasant, sun-filled experience while you do.

The El Paseo shopping district is located in the center of Palm Desert, just off Highway 111 in downtown. More than a mile long and featuring 300 businesses – including the shops at the Gardens on El Paseo shopping center, featuring dozens of upscale retail shops in a stroll-ready outdoor setting, this quaint little area is a must-visit for any fashionista. Read on for our tips on making your El Paseo shopping trip a success.

El Paseo Shopping Tips

  • Travel easily along El Paseo via the free courtesy carts >> Taking you along the famed El Paseo shopping district and its popular stores, art galleries, and restaurants, the golf cart-style courtesy carts are the perfect way to be chauffeured and focus on what’s important (the shopping, of course!)
  • Linger over lunch >> Searching from store to store for that perfect something can wear you out. Refuel and refresh with a leisurely lunch break at one of El Paseo’s many cafes and restaurants. Not only will you feel better, but trust us: there’s no nicer setting than an El Paseo patio to enjoy a great sandwich, a cool glass of lemonade or a fresh cup of coffee.
  • Make time for culture >> Not only will you find a variety of outdoor art installed along El Paseo as part of Palm Desert’s Art in Public Places program, but you’ll also find countless treasures within the area’s art galleries. And you don’t have to be in the market for a masterpiece to enjoy it – looking is always welcome here. El Paseo is also the home of to an artwalk on the first Thursday of ever month, where you can tour the works with other art lovers.
  • Try it at night >> Come during the day for your retail fix, but don’t forget about El Paseo after dark, when this shopping Mecca becomes a hub for dining hotspots and outdoor lounges.

Ready to start shopping? El Paseo is waiting. Start planning your trip with a Palm Desert Vacation Guide, and download a free shopping map for more information.