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| - I love this area. It's forever popping. Its patrons range from the rowdy college students to the posh art enthusiast, and there are businesses which cater to this spectrum.
Hungry? There are lots of eateries from which you can choose: sushi, Mexican, Mediterranean, American, sit down, take-out, fancy-schmancy, casual, etc., and there is something for every budget. There's even an old school ice cream shop and a candy shop for the strike of the sweet tooth.
Got drank? (For you lushes...) Bars by the dozen, for your libation merriment.
Later, you can walk off those calories by strolling through the corridors of Old Town. And more than likely, those boots really weren't made for walking, so bring comfortable walking shoes because there is lots of territory to cover, as it spans both the east and west sides of Scottsdale Rd, from south of Indian School to Camelback.
Tourist? Tons of shops selling Native American jewelry, art, accessories, etc. Some shops are pricier than others, so if you have the time, shop around.
There are also lots of souvenir shops for your t-shirt, postcard, magnet, shot glass, etc., gift-giving desires. Unique souvenirs are also to be found. I found a cool knife with a wolf embedded into both the blade and the handle.
Are you a collector? There are shops that carry rare and hard to find collector's items (dolls, figurines, art/ paintings/ sculptures, etc.).
Shopping for fashion? There's everything from couture to hippie.
With salons, tattoo parlors, an angel store, western shops, art galleries, flag store, girly stores and manly stores, etc., and a church, you can satisfy the beauty and tame the beast.
Family-friendly during the day. Grown & sexy at night. An array of eclectic shops that you won't find at the mall. Hints of old Wild West are throughout. You can easily spend half of a day wondering around these parts (which is why I typically only hangout here during cooler months), so plan accordingly.
During the day, parking isn't too bad, but at night it can be trying. There are free public parking lots, just look for the signs. Public restrooms are plenty. Credit cards are widely accepted but there are bank ATMs around the main road (Scottsdale Rd) if cash is needed.
Whether you're a tourist or resident, young or old, cultured or heathen, there is something for you in Old Town Scottsdale.
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