Often when kids think of shopping, they picture themselves dragging along behind mom as she compares toaster ovens or ironing board covers. Bo-ring! When you shop in Orlando, children and teens will be thrilled to discover just how many stores cater specifically to them. Whether they're into character toys or the latest CDs, DVDs and games, brand name clothing or way-cool décor for their rooms, your kids will feel like kings and queens in these Orlando stores.

Downtown Disney: Great attractions / shopping / restaurants / cinema

For no charge, visitors can stroll Downtown Disney® Marketplace and let their imaginations run wild at the LEGO Imagination Center, carrying all the latest play sets as well as life-size and larger models in and outside the store. Kids will imagine that heaven looks a lot like Once Upon A Toy—it features Disney’s largest assortment of toys and games, even classic games like Monopoly and Candyland in special Disney versions. For paraphernalia featuring all their favorite characters, kids can shop World of Disney, with 12 rooms full of food, plush toys, apparel, accessories and more. The music lovers in the family could spend hours browsing the Virgin Megastore, the Southeast’s largest music and entertainment store with 300 listening stations and 20 DVD watching stations, located in Downtown Disney® West Side.

Vacationers can roam free through Universal CityWalk’s shopping, dining and nightlife complex without entering the parks. Little shoppers on the prowl for toys, novelty items and souvenirs will love Cartooniversal, Dapy and the Universal Studios Store. Today’s eco-minded kids love helping a good cause, and when they buy toys, books, plush animals and more from The Endangered Species Store, they’re also donating to The Nature Conservancy Fund!

Orlando ’s newest mall, The Mall at Millenia, offers high-quality, educational toys for the whole family at the Discovery Channel store, where its television brands such as Animal Planet Pets are brought to life. A girl’s room is her sanctuary, and there’s no cooler place to help her update her space than Pottery Barn Kids. Meanwhile, the fashionistas of the family will be darting between stores like ultra-hip Urban Outfitters and XXI Forever, where a little baby-sitting money goes a long way. As usual, you’ll find the boys sampling music and video games at FYE or EB Games.

With more than 250 stores at The Florida Mall, kids will have no problem finding stores they’ll love. Playmobil Fun Park Orlando offers all the latest construction sets as well as the old classics — and even gives kids a chance to try out some of the newest toys right in the store. There’s nothing quite as special as something homemade, and at the Build-A-Bear Workshop, kids can build a new friend from the inside out. First, they choose from a variety of unstuffed plush animals, give it a heart, help to stuff, fluff it and sew it, then select an entire wardrobe of clothes and accessories, even cell phones! The Gen Y crowd will love checking out the Game Stop and Electronics Boutique for all the latest video games as well as PacSun, Charlotte Russe and 5-7-9 Shop for the coolest new clothing styles. If you can’t find the kids at the end of the day, try looking at Dylan’s Candy Bar, a mecca of sugary sweets of all types, including incredible, original gift baskets.

A trip to Orlando just isn’t complete without a stop at one of the area’s outlet centers. The teenage clotheshorse in your family will be in heaven at the Orlando Premium Outlets’ many shoe and clothing stores. They’ll find discount duds at Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Banana Republic Factory Outlet Store, Reebok, Nike Factory Store, Adidas and more. Their little brothers and sisters won’t mind — they’ll be spending their vacation money at the KB Toy Outlet, Universal Studios Outlet Store or Disney’s Character Premiere. Should mom decide the little ones need some new clothes as well, there are plenty of children’s apparel shops as well.

Parents of little ones will want to visit the Lake Buena Vista Factory Shops for the great deals and wide selection at the Oshkosk B’gosh Superstore and Carter’s outlets. The kids won’t want to miss another chance to shop for Disney-themed souvenirs at Character Outlet.

Prime Outlets Orlando is a sure bet for bargain-hunting families. Here, kids will find discounted Disney and Universal merchandise as well as KB Toy Liquidators. There’s even a carousel in the mall just for them. Festival Bay Mall at International Drive lets mom and dad shop while the kids catch a movie at the 20-screen theatre, try their hands at Putting Edge, miniature glow-in-the-dark golf, or indoor skateboarding at Vans Skatepark. The guys won’t want to leave before checking out the laid-back beach fashions at Ron Jon Surf Shop and the super affordable tees, sweatshirts and hats from their favorite college teams at Steve & Barry’s University Sportswear. Meanwhile, the gals will be camped out in the dressing rooms at trendy clothing stores like Charlotte Russe and PacSun.

Mom may have to drag the kids to the mall with her at home, but shopping in Orlando will have them begging for an advance on their allowance. Just think of all the chores they’ll have to do when they get home…

New York, Milan, Paris…Orlando? Orlando is an Upscale Shopping Destination

Versace, Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Tiffany & Co., Nordstrom…with more than 52 million square feet of retail space, Orlando showcases a lineup of who’s who in the fashion industry. Sporting an eclectic mix of luxury department stores, upscale boutiques, outlet malls, antique shops, farmers markets and entertainment complexes combining shopping with dining and entertainment, Orlando has been propelled into the spotlight as a major player in the retail market. So get out your credit card and head out to do some shopping!

Central Florida now boasts nine shopping malls with more than 1,000 stores to satisfy the shop-a-holic in you. The Mall at Millenia, a 1.2 million-square-foot (111,500-square-meter) shopping experience, houses more than 100 stores. The two-level shopping complex is anchored by the world-famous department stores Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus. Fifty percent of the retailers are new to the Orlando market, including luxury stores such as Tiffany & Company, Burberry, Chanel, Gucci and Louis Vuitton. Nordstrom, located at The Florida Mall, is also a newcomer to the Orlando retail scene.

The Mall At Millenia - Beautiful Shopping Mall (Covered / Air Conditioned)

Aside from shopping malls, there are many specialty stores that offer quirky knick-knacks, chic souvenirs and hip clothing throughout Central Florida. Whether you’re shopping for that perfect present or looking for something to accent your home, Orlando is sure to have just what you’re searching for.

Just outside Orlando in Winter Park, take a stroll down Park Avenue. This European-style avenue is filled with small boutiques, art galleries and antiques shops - with mainstream stores like Talbot’s and Gap to specialty stores where you can find everything from the perfect couch to handmade stationery.

In Downtown Orlando, you’ll find several shopping areas catering to the discriminating shop-a-holic. Thorton Park features specialty stores perfect for an afternoon of meandering and exploring. And even the most experienced of antique shoppers will be impressed with what Antique Row on Orange Avenue or the nearby Ivanhoe shops offer in old-world treasures.

Looking for something artsy? After a visit to the Orlando Museum of Art don’t miss the gift shop, featuring art-related items reflecting the museum’s permanent and temporary exhibitions.

The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is home to the world's most comprehensive collection of Louis Tiffany glass and features a museum gift shop with a wide variety of stained glass reproductions. In addition to Tiffany items, the gift shop offers prints and reproductions from several well-known artists including Monet, Degas and Rodin.

The Mennello Museum of American Art in Loch Haven Park features the nation’s most extensive permanent collection of Earl Cunningham paintings and also boasts a vast collection of works by self-taught artists. The museum gift shop features artwork and crafts done by local Florida artists, including paintings, hand-painted trays and jewelry.

Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort also offer extensive shopping areas for when you need a break from the parks.

At Downtown Disney® Marketplace ®, you’ll find an array of specialty stores amid the Disney paraphernalia. Be sure not to miss Hoypoloi, a gallery featuring art glass, ceramics and sculpture, and Basin which is designed like a 19th century general store and sells all-natural bath products and customized scented candles.

Universal CityWalk offers many stores mixed throughout the restaurants and nightclubs. Cigarz offers a full bar along with its superior cigar selection, while Fossil specializes in watches, sunglasses and apparel. Shop for nature and animal-themed merchandise at The Endangered Species Store or surf gear and custom surf boards at Quiet Flight Surf Shop.

Make sure to hit Celebration, Disney’s version of small town America. Shop on Market Street at Celebration where you’ll find stores such as Lollipop Cottage, a children's store; Nottingham’s, featuring old world antiques and antique reproductions; and the Market Street Gallery with fine gifts and unique home accents.

Want to look like you’ve spent a million bucks, without actually spending a million bucks? Check out Prime Outlets Orlando on International Drive, which has hot designer outlets such as Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren and DKNY. Orlando Premium Outlets features Versace, Giorgio Armani and Burberry to name just a few of the 110 upscale discount shops.

Orlando offers an abundance of stores for the serious shopper in you. With so much shopping to do in Orlando you may want to bring along an extra suitcase…and an extra credit card.

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