Shopping in Ontario Town - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Ontario has stores of all possible categories, here you can buy new clothing, quality shoes, and souvenirs in the traditional Californian style. Many travelers pay much attention to souvenirs. Typical gifts from Ontario can be calendars and posters depicting local attractions, t-shirts, magnets, and photo mugs. In some gift shops, you can find miniature replicas of famous California attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge. For many travelers, the best souvenirs are postcards and posters with the images of famous Hollywood stars.

Since the end of the 19th century, Ontario has been famous for the production of high-quality olive oil. The cultivation of olives became possible here due to the specific climate close to the Mediterranean. For the best olive oil and other local delicacies, head to Graber Olive House. Despite its specific name, the store is not limited to selling just olive oil, although it is abundantly presented here. Here you can buy wonderful fruit jams, regional wines, canned olives and vegetables, sweets, and favorite meat delicacies of locals.

The store attracts many travelers with its handmade tableware by local craftsmen. Here you can pick a great beer mug, hand-painted plates, or a chic tray that looks like a real work of art. The main feature of the store is that it shares a building with a historic oil factory. It is still functioning and regularly conducts tours for all comers. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Tourists with children should check out children's goods stores, which are found both within the city and outside it. In such stores, Disney-themed toys and accessories remain the most demanded items. It will be of interest not only to families but also to adults who like unusual accessories. A common souvenir among them is a Mickey Mouse hat. Great Disney-inspired shops can be found in local amusement parks where one can choose wonderful carnival costumes for children.

A pleasant surprise awaits those having a sweet tooth: they will have a chance to visit Logan's Candies store in Ontario. It sells hundreds of candies, many of which are made exclusively by hand. Especially sought-after among tourists are colorful lollipops, which can be bought both in gift sets and by the piece. Besides caramel, they also offer wonderful chocolates and a large department with sweets from popular American brands. Visitors to the store can regularly watch how professional confectioners produce caramel and make candies of the most incredible shapes and sizes out of it.

For the most original souvenirs in town, it's worth going to Treasures N Junk. This is an antique store, and many travelers visit it as a museum. Here you can find the most incredible accessories from the past, from children's toys and magazines to vintage appliances and even vehicles. Women often buy antique porcelain and decorative homeware, and men are typically interested in hunting-style accessories. Collectors will surely appreciate this store too, as they can find old radios and gramophones, vinyl records and audio cassettes with their favorite recordings.

Many attractive shopping centers are located on the outskirts of the city, including very popular Victoria Gardens. It is considered a great place for families. In the warmer months, trade stalls are always installed in front of the shopping center. They sell clothes for children and adults, toys, and sports accessories. Animators often entertain visitors in the adjoining area where workshops and activities for children are often held.

Claremont Farmers and Artisans Market located minutes away from Ontario is considered an optimal spot to buy local produce and souvenirs. Here they sell the best California wines, homemade jams, cookies and other sweets, as well as seasonal fruits and vegetables. Visitors will also notice counters with traditional souvenirs from local craftsmen and jewelry stores.