San Jose, United States
Best places to shop in San Jose
4 markets, malls and shopping districts in San Jose — what to buy, when to go, and the tourist traps to avoid at each one.
Last updated 2026-08-09
1. Santana Row
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The open-air retail and dining district — international brands, restaurants and a Sunday farmers' market, in a Mediterranean-styled street.
- Where: Street Shopping
- Map: Open in Maps
- Best time: Daily 10:00–21:00
- Cost: Mid–Luxury
2. San Pedro Square Market
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The downtown food hall in a historic block — local producers, restaurants, a bar and live music.
- Where: Market
- Map: Open in Maps
- Best time: Daily 11:00–22:00
- Cost: Mid-range
3. Westfield Valley Fair
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One of the highest-grossing malls in the country — luxury houses, Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom, next to Santana Row.
- Where: Mall
- Map: Open in Maps
- Best time: Daily 10:00–21:00
- Cost: Mid–Luxury
4. San Jose Flea Market
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One of the largest flea markets in the United States — produce, clothing, tools, furniture and a large Latin American food section.
- Where: Flea Market
- Map: Open in Maps
- Best time: Wednesday and Friday to Sunday, dawn to about 17:00
- Cost: Budget
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