Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles, California is one of the most popular star-studded shopping destinations in the world. It was once an exclusive, upscale boutique shopping destination for the rich and famous. Today, it is open to everyone. There are now more affordable options such as Cheesecake Factory, Crate & Barrel, and Gap. There is now diversity in Rodeo Drive, business-wise. Just walk down the street between Rodeo Drive and Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills to witness the diverse options for shoppers from different walks of life.
What awaits you on Rodeo Drive?
High-end shopping brands
If you want to see high-end shops, you can find them on Rodeo Drive. All the signature brands are there, such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Christian Dior, Giorgio Armani, Cartier, and Hermes, to name a few. There are also shops with prices for regular folks. If you don’t want to spend a huge amount of money, that’s totally fine. In fact, many people visit Rodeo Drive to window shop. Free parking is available for two hours in some garages.
Walk of Style at Two Rodeo Drive
Have you seen the Hollywood Walk of Fame? If so, then the Walk of Style at Two Rodeo Drive is like that, but it’s more of a fashion version. It commemorates significant people in the fashion and design industries. It has plaques on the ground, and each plaque has a personal quote from the fashion icon. One significant aspect of the Walk of Style at Two Rodeo Drive is the torso, an eye-catching aluminium sculpture of a nude female torso. It is located at the southern end of the Walk of Style.
Art Galleries
Aside from shopping for fashionable items, the Walk of Style is also a spot for people who are fond of the arts. There are art galleries, such as the Galerie Michael. It is a small fine arts gallery showcasing the top art collection in the world. For famous art, go to the Gagosian Gallery on North Camden Drive. For contemporary art, head over to Mouche Gallery on Beverly Drive. It is where you can find exhibits by the world’s most renowned artists, like Takashi Murakami and Jeff Koons.
Is it expensive to visit Rodeo Drive?
The Rodeo Drive has established a reputation as a destination for people who want to shop for luxury items from luxury brands. That is why when people hear of Rodeo Drive, they think that it is an expensive place. If you are someone who likes to hunt for deals, you will be disappointed because that’s something you can’t find at Rodeo Drive. The good thing is that you don’t necessarily need to spend money to be there. It is free to visit, and you can window shop. Many people are doing it. They just want to experience the ambience of Rodeo Drive. In fact, there are garages that offer free parking for the first two hours, which is very rare considering that you are in Los Angeles. The garages closest to Rodeo Drive are the ones located on Beverly Drive. There are three garages, but most of the time, they’re easily full, especially during peak season. Just look for the “public parking” sign. If you want to do a little shopping, you can head over to the surrounding blocks, where prices are more affordable.
How to Get There from Here:
Check the Walt Disney Concert Hall next!
This online tour has been brought to you by Facial Spa LA!