SHOPPING – AUSTIN & SURROUNDINGS

26 Doors

Located in Central Austin Midtown shopping district, 26 Doors is a collection of quaint boutique style stores and restaurants. For more information, Call (512) 451-8331

Allen's Boots

An anchor of the SoCo district, this is one of the few places in Austin to find authentic western wear. For more information, Call (512) 447-1413

Arboretum

Relaxed, outdoor shopping experience with park-like atmosphere. Call for hours. For more information, Call (512) 338-4437

Austin Farmers Market

Growers and vendors sell seasonal, locally grown produce including vegetables, fruits, flowers and crafts, Sat. 9am-1pm, Feb.-Nov. For more information, Call (512) 236-0074

Barton Creek Square

Prime Austin destination with major anchor stores, including new Nordstrom's. Mon.-Sat. 10am-9pm; Sun. noon-6pm. For more information, Call (512) 327-7040

Boggy Creek Farm

See the historic farmhouse and view the organic gardens, year-round, Wed. and Sat. from 9am-2pm; fresh produce available. For more information, Call (512) 926-4650

Cabela's

One of the world's foremost outfitters has a new 230,000-square-foot store for hunting, fishing and outdoor gear just 15 miles south of Austin. For more information, Call (512) 295-1100

Central Market

Fresh produce, specialty food items, baked goods and imports from all over the world. Two area locations. Mon.-Sun. 9am-9pm. For more information, Call (512) 206-1000

Central Market-Westgate

Fresh produce, specialty food items, baked goods and imports from all over the world. Two area locations. Mon.-Sun. 9am-9pm. For more information, Call (512) 899-4300

Highland Mall

Home to more than 150 stores, including anchors Dillard's Foley's and JCPenney. Mon.-Sat. 10am-9pm; Sun. noon-6pm. For more information, Call (512) 454-9656

Lakeline Mall and Lakeline Plaza

More than 200 retailers anchored by Dillard's, JC Pennys and Foley's. Mon.-Sat. 10am-9pm; Sun. noon-6pm. For more information, Call (512) 257-7467

Neiman Marcus LAST CALL

It's a haute couture dream come true with final markdowns on designer merchandise from Neiman Marcus. Call for hours. For more information, Call (512) 447-0701

Northcross Mall

Home to Chaparral Ice Skating Rink and anchor stores Oshman's and Bealls. Mon.-Sat., 10am-9pm, Sun. 10am-6pm. For more information, Call (512) 451-7466

Prime Outlets- San Marcos

Visitors shop more than 120 manufacturer's outlets with savings up to 65 percent. Mon.-Sat. 10am-9pm; Sun. 11am-6pm. For more information, Call (512) 396-2200

Second Street District

A mixed-use development including retail, restaurant, bars and living spaces. For more information, Call (512) 479-7600

SoCo

This hip strip features an array of eclectic shops, restaurants, boutiques, antiques and galleries. Every first Thursday of the month, stores remain open until 10pm.

Sunset Valley Farmers Market

Every Sat. from 9:30am-1 pm, rain or shine, the market offers produce, organic coffee, baked goods, handmade jewelry, stained glass, sculpture, soap, flowers, soy candles, plants and more. For more information, Call (512) 280-1976

Tanger Outlet Center

Visit Texas' largest outlet shopping destination with discounts from major retailers. Mon.-Sat. 9am-9pm; Sun. 10am-7pm. For more information, Call (512) 396-7446

The Drag

The main shopping, dining and entertainment area for University of Texas students. The Drag offers a mix of local and chain retail stores, bars and restaurants. Guadalupe street across from the University of Texas.

Travis County Farmers Market

Open daily from 8am to 6 pm. Hatch chilies roasted on site in August-September. For more information, Call (512) 454-1002

Waterloo Records and Video

Waterloo Records offers a large collection of music by Texas and Austin artists. For more information, Call (512) 474-2500

West End

Explore the galleries, gift shops, antiques, food and other specialty shops along W. Sixth Street.

Whole Foods Market

Founded in Austin, the world's largest retailer of natural and organic foods. Recently opened headquarters store at Sixth and Lamar is a destination for natural foods, in-store dining stations, clothing, organic body products, and live music at the roof-top ampitheater. Daily, 8am-10pm. For more information, Call (512) 476-1206

Wild About Music

Wild About Music is the world's first and only art and gift gallery dedicated entirely to music and music-related products. For more information, Call (512) 708-8600