The Inside Scoop by our Local Expert
If you are a shopper, or even just a window shopper, this is the place to visit. The Arboretum at Great Hills in northwest Austin is a two-level market full of boutiques, art galleries, upscale clothing stores, and restaurants. It is an open shopping mall full of something for everyone. It is a unique experience that will excite and entertain you. Your whole family will want to go on this shopping trip, so make sure you are all wearing comfortable shoes for your day at the mall. Dad will enjoy stores such as Barnes & Noble Booksellers, The Sharper Image, Heroes & Legacies. The kids are sure to find things they love at Gap and GameStop. Mom will have plenty to chose from when she sees stores such as Banana Republic, Victoria's Secret, Bath and Body Works, Chico's, and many others. You will be able to walk calmly along the mall while enjoying the unique sculptures along the way. Because you will be spending the entire day here, dining will be a pleasant experience with The Cheesecake Factory, TGIF, and Wiki Wiki Teriyaki—just to name a few options available. Your trip to the Austin area wouldn't be complete until you visit The Arboretum.