98 Best Places to Shop in Los Angeles, California

Since 1930, this has been the ultimate destination for those seeking the most exquisite fine china, crystal, silver, and jewelry, mostly from classic sources like Christofle, Baccarat, and Waterford. No wonder it's a favorite for registries of the rich and famous.

Right at home in its beachy, bohemian Venice neighborhood, this well-curated shop is a decidedly contemporary take on the concept of general stores. The very definition of "California cool," General Store offers beauty and bath products loaded with organic natural ingredients, handmade ceramics, linen tea towels, and a spot-on selection of art books. Featuring an impressive number of local makers and designers, the boutique also sells modern, minimalist clothing and has a kids' section that will wow even the hippest moms and dads.

You'll see the works of more than 100 artists, including sculptures, animal specimens, crystals, and other unique oddities for the eccentric giftees on your list, inside this family-owned boutique located just behind bustling Colorado Boulevard. But the main draw here is the jewelry. Funky, whimsical finds like earrings crafted from Kennedy half-dollars are stocked alongside more minimalist pieces, all of which are created by independent designers.

Nothing is over $25 at this fun home goods store with great taste. Goodies offers a wide selection of handcrafted stone, ceramic, and wood-based items for the kitchen and living spaces. Goodies’ cozy bright yellow atmosphere should be the picture that shows up under the dictionary definition for “delightful.”

Perhaps the most locally famous jeweler is Harry Winston, the source for Oscar-night jewelry. The three-level space, with a bronze sculptural facade, velvet-panel walls, private salons, and a rooftop patio, is as glamorous as the gems.

Among L.A.’s many farmers' markets, the Hollywood Farmers' Market is one of the most well-known. This family-friendly, open-air market, which has been around for more than 34 years, is also the city’s largest with more than 160 local producers and farmers touting their seasonal yields every Sunday. Start your day right and stop by to shop organic, locally grown produce, see live music, and sample some delicious California fare.

It wouldn’t be a proper SoCal vacation without a trip to House of Intuition, one of Los Angeles’ most popular destinations for your metaphysical needs. From hand-picked crystals to dressed magical candles and incense, this is the one-stop shop to pick up the tools you need to manifest the future you want.

Long before BookTok existed—for 38 years to be exact—Iliad has been building its 150,000-strong collection of used books, including a solid selection of graphic novels and rare tomes, and moonlighting as a filming location. Its aisles, home to lovable shop cats Zeus and Apollo, and exterior can be seen in numerous TV shows and movies, including Lethal Weapon 3, American Horror Story, and S.W.A.T. 

This French designer sells clothing, footwear, and bags in a cottage setting. Think Paris meets Los Angeles, where shoppers are enamored with the lush location on fashionable Melrose Place.

For nearly four decades, the wardrobe departments of film and TV productions have been shipping clothes and props here. Besides scoring occasional gems from designers like Armani, Versace, Chanel, and more for between 35% and 95% off retail price, insiders flock here to get their hands on a piece of Hollywood history. Each purchase includes the title and code from the production it was used on.

Jacknife has all the charm of a neighborhood record shop without the pretension. Among a vast selection of vinyl across all genres, Jacknife boasts one of the most mind boggling, esoteric tape selections in town. For the music hunters, allot enough time to get lost in all of its retro oddities.

While Jet Rag is known for costumes and film and television wardrobe, it's also on local vintage lovers' radars for sought-after items. They have perfectly worn boots and leather jackets, denim cutoffs, Calvin Klein dresses, and colorful cat-eye sunnies. The store takes its reasonable prices one step further on Sunday with an all-day parking lot sale where everything goes for $1; just be prepared to dig for the real finds.

Filled with bargain hunters, these crowded sidewalks resemble a slice of Manhattan with nearly 5,000 individual vendors and businesses. While you can save big on everything from wedding bands to sparkling belt buckles, the neighborhood also offers several more upscale vendors for those in search of super-special pieces.

This footwear designer is practically synonymous with flat-out sexy, sky-high stilettos. But there's also plenty more eye candy for fashionistas within the Rodeo Drive location's posh, monochromatic interior.

Founded by a Nepali owner, this shop instantly whisks you away to the Himalayas, with its wide-ranging selection of clothing, accessories, housewares, incense, and more. Sip on some chai tea and indulge your inner hippie, or find all the spiritual products you've been craving.

The purveyor of the finest Belgian chocolate in all of Los Angeles, Lady Chocolatt is the perfect answer to the age-old question of what to gift on any special occasion. The ornate display case is filled with dark chocolate truffles, hazelnut pralines, Grand Marnier ganaches, and so much more, all handcrafted by a master chocolatier in Belgium and flown straight to the store. There are also some sandwiches and other savory options. Post up for a late-afternoon espresso or heaven-sent hot chocolate, and let your chocolate dreams wander. 

Cinephiles have long descended upon this iconic 87-plus-year-old shop that in addition to stocking tons of texts about motion picture history offers film fans the opportunity to pick up scripts, posters, and photographs from Hollywood's golden era to the present.

Specializing in emerging local and indie designers, this impeccably curated retailer with six storefronts keeps posh housewares such as lambswool throws, blown-glass candles, and hand-thrown ceramics regularly in stock. But while you're here, don't sleep on the men's French shirting, modern bohemian clothing, fine leather goods, and luxurious baby blankets; there's something chic for everyone in the family.

Holding court on a prominent corner, Louis Vuitton carries its sought-after monogram (the ultimate symbol of luxury for many) on all manner of accessories and leather goods.

Melrose Avenue might be Los Angeles’s most well-known vintage shopping destination, but Burbank’s Magnolia Park Merchants shopping district gives it a run for its money. Spanning several blocks on Magnolia Boulevard with some stores on scattered side streets, this revitalized area of independent boutiques, self-care purveyors, cafés, and eateries has a small-town feel and easy parking that Melrose lacks. It's heavy on well-stocked vintage, thrift, and antiques shops—Junk For Joy, Best of Times Antiques, Studio Hope, The Holding Company, Chance Vintage, Yes Baby! (which has a secret arcade in back), The Blue Pig, Hive & Hanger (owned by a beekeeper out to educate the public), and Playclothes Vintage.

But there's also an occult apothecary (The Crooked Path), vinyl vendor (Run Out Groove Records), a sourdough bakery (Random Acts of Breadness), a collection of comic books and pop culture collectables (Blast From The Past), jewelers (Stay Home Friend), a horror and paranormal museum/oddities gift shop/bookstore/goth clothing boutique (The Mystic Museum), a throwback video store that holds screenings (Be Kind Video), and a plant nursery (Tansy). There's even a vintage and makers' mall with a cat-themed section and adoptable kittens in the window (Catnip Coalition).

Stop by this outdoor outpost for the ultimate Malibu lifestyle experience: browse on-trend clothing (Náti, American Vintage, or Madison) and eclectic California housewares and gifts (Malibu Colony Co.), pick up body-boosting wellness goodies (SunLife Organics), and finish the day off with dinner at long-standing eatery Tra di Noi, reputed to be a favorite of Barbra Streisand. If you can squeeze in a workout, there are multiple studios to choose from, plus tarot readings at metaphysical outpost Malibu Shaman. Then reward yourself for your good health habits by stopping at K Chocolatier by Diane Krön for some of her famed truffles, derived from a Hungarian family recipe.

The legalization of marijuana in California has led to an explosion of cannabis shops around Los Angeles. One of the most reputable is MedMen, a more refined dispensary that traffics in high-quality buds in a very welcoming environment. Here you can find edibles, vaporizers, concentrates, topical ointments, and more cannabis-laced products. A cannabis shop with a cause, MedMen is also actively involved in criminal justice reform.

The idea of going to Los Angeles to buy furniture may sound nuts, but it'd be crazier to miss this curated collection of vintage seating, dining sets, and storage pieces sourced across Europe through a network built by Midcenturyla's owners over 20 years in the business. The current showroom obsession is all things '60s–'80s French and Italian from names like Cassina, B&B Italia, and Roche Bobois.

Filled with a brilliant combination of indie and established designers, this upscale boutique is a mainstay for the modern minimalist. Pick up the wares of local favorites as well as internationally loved labels like Acne Studios, Issey Miyake, and Levi's. The Sunset Boulevard store stocks goods for men and women as well as children, plus accessories and some home goods.

This couture salon frequently trots out designer trunk shows, and most locals go right to the shoe department, which features high-end footwear favorites like Giuseppe Zanotti and Christian Louboutin. A café on the third floor keeps your blood sugar high during multiple wardrobe changes, while a bar on the fourth is for celebrating those perfect finds with a glass of champagne.

If you’re looking for an authentic Japanese supermarket, you’ll find everything you could ever want at Nijiya. Inside, you’ll discover fresh fish for make-it-at-home sushi, baked Japanese delicacies, daily-made takeaway bento boxes, and every Japanese candy treat imaginable. On weekends, you'll find a giant skillet set up outside the entrance where employees fry up sizzling and savory okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake).

If you're on the hunt for unique boutiques, look elsewhere. However, if you prefer the biggest retail chains America has to offer, Ovation Hollywood is a great spot for a shopping spree. Beauty and sports stores, and the official Dodgers Clubhouse filled with team apparel, are in the mix. Sadly, the original courtyard that pays tribute to the city's film legacy is no longer there, replaced by a more modern space, but if you head to the north-facing balconies, you will find a picture-perfect view of the Hollywood sign. Heads up that this place is a huge tourist magnet.

For bargain hunting, or if you can't make it to the Rose Bowl's market, head to the Pasadena City College Flea Market on the first Sunday of each month (except January) starting at 8 am. With 400+ vendors, this is a great source for antiques, collectibles, furniture, and clothing at prices that won't break the bank. It's also one of the best places to find rare and collectible records in Southern California. Admission is free and parking is $2 at the adjacent structure.

This minimalist pink store houses Paul Smith's collection of clothing, boots, hats, luggage, and objets d'art. The clothing here has playful British preppy style, with vibrant colors and whimsical patterns mixed in with well-tailored closet staples.

Part of the vinyl resurgence since 2013, Permanent Records stocks new and used vinyl for every musical taste and does it without any snobbery. The record store, which often has in-store performances, also runs its own label that focuses on local bands, limited-edition runs, and reissues.