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If you think the only reasons to shop in Pasadena are the shops at Old Town Pasadena and the epic Rose Bowl Flea Market, it’s time you head to the foothills. The redevelopment of Old Town from a ghost town to a hopping shopping and foodie metropolis (about time, since Julia Child is a Pasadena native), the creation of the alfresco Paseo Colorado, and a growing arts scene has helped put Pasadena on the map as a major shopping destination. From boutiques to bookstores, here are the best places to browse and shop in Pasadena. RECOMMENDED: More things to do in Pasadena