This elegant mall is a magnet for discerning shoppers from all over the Bay Area, both North and South. Department stores include Bloomingdale's (the only one in the Bay Area) and Nordstrom. The European-style gardens and outdoor markets exude elegance, and the many cafes and bakeries offer welcome spots to relax over a light snack and a cup of coffee or tea before resuming a shopping frenzy. Information is available in Spanish, German, French and Japanese. It is a 30-minute drive from downtown San Jose.Note: Credit card acceptance varies by store.
• Hours: 10a-9p M-F, 10a-7p Sa, 11a-6p Su