Elmwood Center

Elmwood isn't an enclosed mall, but a sprawling outdoor collection of department stores, boutiques, big box retailers and more. Some of the big names holding court are Best Buy, Big Lots, World Market, Old Navy, Ulta and Marshall's. As you drive from place to place, there are tons of national and regionally based food places for you to grab a quick bite. Check out Theo's Pizza for delicious pies and friendly service. If you're with the kids, you can promise them that after shopping is over, you will take them to see a movie, with theaters within this shopping district's radius. Elmwood Center is about 20 minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown New Orleans. Best way to navigate is by GPS on your phone.