Must-see shopping in Central Texas

  • Arboretum

    Austin

    About 20 minutes northwest of downtown, the Arboretum is a parklike collection of mall stalwarts, including Barnes & Noble, Gap and Pottery Barn.

  • Toy Joy

    Austin

    This colorful toy store for grown-ups and big kids is an exuberant repository that's packed floor to ceiling with fun.

  • Half Price Books

    San Antonio

    A broad selection of excellent new and used books. Other locations include 11255 Huebner Rd and 125 NW Loop 410.

  • North Star Mall

    San Antonio

    A large mall with big-name offerings such as Dillard's, Banana Republic, The Gap and Bath & Body Works.

  • Ingram Park Mall

    San Antonio

    Try this mall for big-brand offerings such as Macy's, Bath & Body Works and Victoria's Secret.

  • Birds Barbershop

    Austin

    Hippest haircut in town; buzzcut $15. Complimentary Shiner beer included with cut.

  • Barton Creek Mall

    West Austin

    This indoor mall in southwest Austin has your standard mall offerings.

  • Lone Star Gifts

    Hill Country

    More than 60 vendors gather under one roof to offer a variety of crafts, antiques, clothes and Texas-inspired gifts.