An enormous shopping complex has developed around Eldon Square, comprising the shopping center of the same name, intu Eldon Garden, and the Central Arcade.

 The area has numerous passageways lined with shops, elegant arcades, exclusive designer boutiques, restaurants, and cafés, as well as a number of fine antique stores on Vine Lane. All are ideal for exploring when a little retail therapy is needed.

A short distance to the west of Eldon Square is a Chinese district around Stowell Street that is famous for its excellent restaurants.