| Greater Miami and the Beaches is a shopper’s
paradise; not only because of its fantastic tropical setting, but also
for its extravagant and numerous collection of mega-malls, specialty
shops, discount outlets, haute couture, boutiques, art and antique galleries,
sporting goods stores, jewelers, bookstores, vintage clothing shops,
toy stores, gourmet grocers, duty-free shops, and opulent house-ware
emporiums. Indeed, Miami is a shop-until-you-drop kind of town capable
of suiting anyone’s budget or taste. Also, many shopping venues
are surrounded by numerous international and unique-to-Miami restaurants,
while others feature live entertainment and activities fit for all ages,
making for a shopping experience like no other.
Miami Shopping Malls
Greater Miami and the Beaches has a number of indoor and open-air
mega-malls that are ideal for serious as well as playful shopping. Several
malls have on-site movie theaters, live entertainment, carousel rides
and other activities in addition to upscale retailers, wholesalers,
specialty shops and more, which can make for a terrific all-day experience
for shoppers of all ages. Below are some of the grandest and most well-known
indoor malls in all of Miami.
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Boulevard Aventura, FL 33180
One of the largest regional indoor malls in the country, Aventura Mall
has more than 200 shops and is anchored by several major department
stores and a large variety of specialty stores including Crate &
Barrel, Guess?, Origins, Abercrombie & Fitch, bebe, Gap, and more.
You’ll find great dining at Café Tu Tu Tango, Cheesecake
Factory, Rainforest Café, and entertainment at their AMC Aventura
Theaters. Complimentary and valet parking provided. Security. Automated
Teller Machine (ATM). Food Court. Information Booth. Free Parking. Valet
Parking. Frequent Live Entertainment. Stroller Rental. Special Holiday
Events.
Open MON-SAT 10 am –9:30 pm, SUN 11 am –7 pm.
Dadeland Mall
7535 North Kendall Drive Kendall, FL 33156
One of the more sophisticated indoor malls in Greater Miami, the Dadeland
Mall provides shoppers with contemporary designs and celebrated classics
from an extraordinary collection of world-renowned department stores,
shops and boutiques. Dadeland Mall is home to the largest Burdines in
Florida and the country’s largest The Limited and Express, Saks
Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor, Burdines Home Gallery and JCPenny.
The center, which features The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant and more
than 165 specialty stores, offers a myriad of convenient services specifically
designed to meet the diverse needs of customers. Specialty stores include
the Disney Store, Banana Republic, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch, Mayor’s
Jewelers, Bernini and Ann Taylor. Security. Free Parking.
Open MON.-SAT. 10 am-9 pm., SUN 12 pm-5:30 pm.
Galeria International Mall
243 E. Flagler St (between NE 1st and 2nd
Sts.),
Bargains are abundant at this multicultural mall and food court. Anchored
by Marshall’s, Galeria features clothing and sporting goods, electronics,
and specialty goods. Approximately 80 stores are sprinkled around this
downtown shopping center, including The Dollar Depot, Computer Stop,
Mina Clothing of New York, Benneton Factory Outlet, and Brahams Outlet.
Although the mall has no fixed hours, people lucky enough to find it
open will find it packed with visitors from South America, Europe, and
other lands. Most of the shopkeepers speak Spanish or Portuguese. Amid
the flood of VCRs and knockoff Rolexes, is a small gem of a food court.
This is the real Miami - the crossroads of the Americas. Not much English
is spoken here. But there’s plenty of great food from around the
world. The dozen ethnic kiosks brim with authentic fast food. In this
food heaven you can get Colombian empanadas, Brazilian grilled meats,
Jewish bagels, Chinese noodles, and Middle-Eastern tabouleh. Vegetarians
will delight in the Indian vegetable curries and sauteed cabbage available
at Raja’s. Meals run around $5. Conveniently located on busy Flagler
Avenue, just a couple of blocks from Biscayne Boulevard and close to
South American Way, Galeria International Mall is part of the huge Downtown
Miami Shopping District.
Miami International Mall
1455 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172
This mall features five major department stores – Burdines Men’s
& Home, Burdines The Woman’s Store and Kids, Dillards, JCPenny,
and Sears. More than 120 specialty stores including Ann Taylor Loft,
Express, Gap, Gymboree, The Limited, Mayor’s, Radio Shack, Spec’s
Music, Surrey’s, and Victoria’s Secret. Indoor restaurants
and more than 12 food-court restaurants. Postal retail store located
in the mall. Special group tours and custom shopping services for tour
operators available. Located near the Miami International Airport. Information
Booth. Free Parking.
Open MON-SAT 10 am-9 pm., SUN 12 pm-5:30 pm
Miami International Merchandise Mart
711 NW 72nd Avenue Miami, FL 33126
Adjacent to the Radisson Mart Plaza Hotel, the Miami Merchandise Mart's
32-acre commercial 32-year-old complex features an exhibition center,
public shopping mall, hotel and over 300 permanent wholesale showrooms
including apparel, jewelry, home furnishings and more.
Open MON.-SUN.
Omni International Mall
1601 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33132
This downtown indoor mall features more than 40 specialty shops and
boutiques, a food court, a 10-screen AMC Theater and a two-level carousel.
Easy access to Miami's metro mover system. Security, Automated Teller
Machine (ATM) and Information Booth available. Covered Parking.
Open MON-SAT 10 am-9 pm., SUN 12 pm-5:30 pm.
The Mall at 163rd Street
1421 NE 163rd Street North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Once an outdoor mall but now enclosed, the Mall at 163rd Street is a
popular landmark in North Miami Beach, offering shopping convenience,
value, and selection in a unique tropical environment. Anchored by Burdines,
Marshall’s, Service Merchandise and The Home Depot, the mall features
100 specialty stores, including the Gap Outlet, Bugle Boy Factory Store,
Victoria’s Secret, Footaction USA, Sunglass Hut, Bently’s
Luggage & Gifts, Lady Foot Locker, Gordon’s Jewelers, and more.
Security and free parking available.
Open MON-SAT 10 am-9 pm, SUN 12 pm-5:30 pm.
The Mall of The Americas
7795 West Flagler Street Miami, FL 33144
This indoor mall features such retail shops as Marshall’s, T.J.
Maxx, Old Navy Clothing Co., Linens ‘n Things, Ross Dress for Less
and more than 100 specialty stores. The mall also has 14-screen AMC
Theater and an international food court. Special features include security,
handicap access, free parking, frequent live entertainment, open holidays,
and special holiday events.
Open MON.-SAT. 10 am-9 pm, SUN. 12 pm-6 pm.
Westland Mall
1675 West 49th Street Hialeah, FL 33012
Community mall offering shoppers all the benefits of world-class shopping
in a uniquely warm and intimate setting. The department stores Burdines,
JCPenny and Sears are supported by more than 100 specialty stores including
Warner Bros. Studio Store, Victoria’s Secret, Old Navy, Radio Shack,
Kay-Bee Toys and more. International food court offering a variety of
menus to satisfy the tastes of every hungry shopper. Located off the
Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) at the NW 103rd Street Exit. Free parking.
Open MON-SAT 10 am-9 pm. |