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DSW (25 miles away)
DSW is the best place to go for shoes, with brand-name shoes at a discount price of 25-50% off retail prices. They carry a wide selection of shoes it's easy to compare cost and quality in the layout of the store. If you are a shoe fanatic this is definately a store to spend a few hours.
 
Santa Cruz Farmers Market
Weekly downtown farmers market features fresh and mostly organic produce, fruits, nuts, fish, flowers, etc at very reasonable prices. It is quite the Santa Cruz scene, with a different vibe depending what time of day you come.
 
San Jose Flea Market (25 miles away)
With 8 miles and over 2000 sellers, this is a great place to spend an afternoon. Just beware of the heat it is all outdoors. Everything from clothing to fruit to knives, and a number of places to get prepared food, barbecue and ice cream.
 
Books
 
Bookshop Santa Cruz
With one of the best selections in the area, Bookshop Santa Cruz is a local favorite that has been earned over its 40 year history in Santa Cruz.
 
Capitola Mall (5 miles away)
Fairly typical mall, though a bit small.
 
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Happy Dragon (17 miles away)
This is a little thrift store near downtown Los Gatos. All volunteer based, profits go to a charity helping needy children. A must for any thrift store lover.
 
Indian Store (17 miles away)
That is Native American Indian Store, located in a prime location to downtown. The Indian Store carries a wide variety of authentic artifacts including clothing, art, music, pottery, and a wide selection of jewelry and even some costume jewelry. They carry a great set of drums and a bow and arrow set that will keep you coming back.
 
Inner Journey (17 miles away)
A groovy place filled with healing stones, incense, jewelry, books, and a wide selection of tarot cards. Located downtown its easy to find and the employees are friendly. Has a second location in Mountain View, CA.