It's a Scavenger hunt of sorts!

This past fall my Mom and I spent a day shopping the quaint downotwns of Menlo Park. Palo Alto and Los Altos. We had a wonderful light breakfast at a bakery where every item was made to perfection
Within the six-block downtown triangle you will find more than 150 shops offering just about everything from antiques, gifts, women's and children's fashions, exquisite linens, dinnerware, cooking utensils, jewelry, cosmetics, prescription drugs, photography, fine stationery and cards, as well as custom floral arrangements.




Grab a bite to eat, deposit a check, book a trip, rent a costume, or get your eyes or teeth checked. All this and more with free, convenient parking on street and in the plazas.



http://www.downtownlosaltos.org/
 
Palo Alto
Palo Alto, the birthplace of Silicon Valley, is the gateway to the prestigious Stanford University. It’s a walkable, pedestrain–friendly community bordered by historic residential neighborhoods and tree–lined streets. A popular destination for visitors to the Bay Area with a central location between San Francisco and San Jose. Downtown Palo Alto, with its 800 retail and professional businesses is a regional draw offering unique shopping, top–rated restaurants and nightlife.


http://www.paloaltodowntown.com/
Menlo Park
Winding your way down the long street of shops on Santa Cruz Avenue - Menlo Park's upscale shopping district you will find a great mix of shops and business service to take care of all your needs. Along the way, stop to have a coffee or choose one of the excellent restaurants or cafés for lunch or dinner. You can choose from elegant dining to delicious quicker fare if time is limited.
http://www.menloparkshop.com/