The Largest Shopping Malls in the United States

Unclaimed Baggage

Scottsboro, AL

1970

One of Alabama’s top shopping and tourist attractions, Unclaimed Baggage is the only store in America that buys and resells, re-purposes or recycles unclaimed baggage from airlines. Organized into 10 departments, the retail store stocks about 7,000 unique, heavily discounted items each day and more online.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Retail Square Feet: 50,000

Number of Stores: 1

VIP Program: Yes

Dimond Center Mall

Anchorage, Alaska

1977

Starting out as a neighborhood shopping center with 180,000 sq. ft., Dimond Center is now the largest shopping venue in Alaska and covers 8 1/2 blocks. The mall includes retail stores, restaurants, offices, bowling alley, ice chalet with ice skating, athletic attractions, museum and movie theater.

Category: Regional Mall

Retail Square Feet: 728,000

Number of Stores: 75

VIP Program: Yes

Arizona Mills

Tempe, Arizona

1997

Arizona Mills is the state’s largest indoor, climate controlled outlet, value and entertainment destination. In addition to the 185 stores, the center offers a variety of dining options plus entertainment at Harkins Theaters, Arizona’s largest IMAX, Sea Life Arizona Aquarium and Legoland Discovery Center.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 1,238,000

Number of Stores: 185

VIP Program: Yes

Scottsdale Fashion Square

Scottsdale Arizona

1961

Known for having more upscale stores than any other mall in Arizona, the three-floor enclosed mall has become one of the top destinations in the state, having more than 19.5 million visitors each year. Concierge services include making reservations at the notable dining spots like Kona Grill, Nobu, Francine, more.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,884,000

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

River Market District

Little Rock, Arkansas

1996

Encompassing 10 blocks within the city’s oldest section on the southern bank of the Arkansas River, the unofficial cultural center features the Ottenheimer Market Hall housing a mix of owner-operated food stalls. Shoppers find clothing and souvenir shops, art galleries, farmers market, museums, live music and entertainment.

Rodeo Drive

Beverly Hills, California

1961

Rodeo Drive is an iconic, world-famous shopping destination. The palm tree-lined, 3-block stretch of road, between Wilshire Boulevard and Little Santa Monica Boulevard, is home to 100+ of the world’s luxury stores, designer boutiques and gourmet restaurants, housed in buildings designed by distinguished architects

Category: Luxury Outdoor Mall

Number of Stores: 100+

VIP Program: Yes

Category: Theme/Festival

Number of Stores: 55

VIP Program: Yes

Pier 39

San Francisco, California

Located in the heart of San Francisco waterfront, Pier 39 is known for spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, the Bay, Alcatraz as well as the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. This 45-acre complex features 2 levels of one-of-a-kind shops, a variety of attractions, 12 fullservice restaurants, waterfront park and a marina.

Category: Theme/Festival

Retail Space: 200,000

Number of Stores: 50

VIP Program: Yes

South Coast Plaza

Costa Mesa, California

1967

South Coast Plaza continues to be the nation’s 4th largest mall and remains the largest mall on the West Coast. This international shopping destination covers 128 acres adjacent to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and features more than 250 boutiques and over 30 restaurants.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 2,800,000

Number of Stores: 250

VIP Program: Yes

1978 2002

The Grove

Los Angeles, California

Located near the historic Farmer’s Market and Los Angeles attractions, The Grove is a popular outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Filled with highend and mid-level retail favorites, shoppers also enjoy the center’s attractions like the iconic fountain’s hourly shows, movie theater and double-decker trolley.

Category: Lifestyle

Retail Space: 575,000

Number of Stores: 40

VIP Program: Yes

16th Street Mall

Denver, Colorado

1982

This tree-lined, pedestrian promenade is a favorite tourist attraction. Outdoor cafes, restaurants, historic buildings plus locally owned and chain retail shops line the 1.25-mile downtown corridor. Denver Pavilions – a complex with entertainment, restaurants, stores –anchors the mall’s south end. Photo: Rebecca Stumpf

Category: Theme/Festival

Number of Stores: 250+

Free Shuttle Available

VIP Program: No

Clinton Premium Outlets

Clinton, Connecticut

1996

Just off I-95 near the Connecticut shoreline, area attractions, seafood restaurants and wineries, the 47acre outdoor village center is a shopping destination when traveling between New York and Boston. Designer and name brand outlet stores offer savings of 25% to 65%. The center has restaurants and seasonal food trucks.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 276,000

Number of Stores: 70

VIP Program: Yes

Christiana Mall

Newark, Delaware

1978

Shoppers at Delaware’s largest mall enjoy tax-free shopping all the time. Attracting more than 20 million visitors annually, this popular shopping and dining destination is easily accessible from I-95 between Philadelphia and Baltimore. The center also has a 17-screen Cinemark theater.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,267,241

Number of Stores: 179

VIP Program: Yes

CityCenterDC

Washington, DC

2014

The pedestrian-friendly, 10-acre mixed-use development in the heart of DC features upscale designer shops, boutiques and award-winning restaurants, connected by covered breezeways and an open courtyard. The area is home to the Conrad Washington, D.C. and near cultural and entertainment venues.

Category: Mixed-Use

Retail Space: 221,000

Number of Stores: 33

VIP Program: No

Disney Springs

Orlando, Florida

1975

This outdoor themed retail, dining and entertainment center in the east-central portion of Walt Disney World Resort features 98 stores, 68 dining spots and 19 attractions and live entertainment options. The 120acre complex features 4 distinct neighborhoods – The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center.

Category: Theme/Festival

Retail Space: 1,100,000

Number of Stores: 98

VIP Program: No

Sawgrass Mills

Sunrise, Florida

1990

Sawgrass Mills is the largest single-story mall and the largest outlet retail center in the U.S. The outlet center offers 2 casual dining pavilions and 15 fullservice restaurants as well as entertainment options. Additional shopping stops are available at the nearby Oasis at Sawgrass Mills and Colonnade Outlets.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 2,370,610

Number of Stores: 400

VIP Program: Yes

Tanger Outlets Savannah

Pooler, Georgia

2015

One of Tanger’s portfolio of 37 centers, the open-air outlet mall sits off of I-95 and near I-16 about 15 miles from the historic downtown area of Savannah, Georgia’s first city, and 30 miles from popular beaches. Amenities include a children’s playground, a variety of restaurants, free wi-fi and nearby theater and attractions.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 429,089

Number of Stores: 100

VIP Program: Yes

Bal Harbour Shops

Bal Harbour, Florida 1965

Located just north of Miami, this open-air shopping center sitting between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay in the upscale village of Bal Harbour is home to a collection of luxury retail stores that are typically seen on New York’s 5th Avenue. The 3-floor center has seven restaurants for al fresco or inside dining.

Category: Luxury Lifestyle

Retail Space: 700,000

Number of Stores: 104

VIP Program: Yes

Mall of Georgia

Buford, Georgia

1999

This premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination in northeast Atlanta features 9 anchors along with its 200 retail stores, movie theater, 8 full-service restaurants and a 750-seat casual Dining Pavilion. New amenities include an outdoor fireplace, soft seating and a 4,000 sq. ft. interactive children’s play area.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,800,000

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

Historic Forsyth

Forsyth, Georgia 1823

Nestled in the heart of Georgia off of I-75, the historic Square in Forsyth invites an easygoing stroll, visiting one-of-a-kind shops that are filled with apparel, antiques, decor and gifts. Group-friendly restaurants on the Square and in the area offer delicious dining options.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Number of Stores: 18

VIP Program: Yes

Avalon

Alpharetta, Georgia

2014

Spread across 86 acres in Alpharetta, due north of Atlanta, is a shopping, dining, entertainment, living and working community that features a wide variety of retail stores, more than a dozen local chef-driven restaurants, 12-screen movie theater, hotel with meeting space and green space for hosting events.

Category: Lifestyle

Retail Space: 570,000

Number of Stores: 80

VIP Program: Yes

North Georgia Premium Outlets

Dawsonville, Georgia

1996

Sitting on Highway 400 about 45 minutes north of Atlanta, the outdoor Georgian-style village of designer and name-brand outlet stores include Burberry, Coach, kate spade new york, Nike and Pottery Barn Factory Store. Savings for these exceptional brands range from 25% to 65% everyday.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 541,000

Number of Stores: 120

VIP Program: Yes

1959 Ala Moana Center

Honolulu, Hawaii

Within walking distance of Waikiki hotels, the world’s largest outdoor shopping center invites shoppers explore its 350+ retail stores, restaurants and dining spots. Entertainment options include live music, hula performances, 20-foot climbing structure for kids and a multi-million-dollar art collection.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 2,270,186

Number of Stores: 350

VIP Program: Yes

Whalers Village

Lahaina, Hawaii

1970

In the heart of the Ka’anapali Beach Resort on Maui, the oceanfront shopping center is a shopping, dining and entertainment destination. More than 3.5 million visitors annually shop at the open-air center’s best brands and one-of-a-kind retailers. Dining options include quickservice spots as well as beachfront restaurants.

Category: Lifestyle

Retail Space: 110,836

Number of Stores: 90

VIP Program: Yes

1957 International Market Place

Honolulu, Hawaii

Located across from Waikiki Beach, this distinctly Hawaiian open-air shopping, dining and entertainment landmark features over 90 stores and more than 10 restaurants that are set among lush, tropical landscapes, flowing water features and the iconic, more than a century old banyan tree.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Number of Stores: 90

VIP Program: Yes

Boise Town Square

Boise, Idaho

Gurnee Mills

Gurnee, Illinois

1991

The largest outlet and full-priced retail shopping destination in Illinois is located off of I-94 between Chicago and Milwaukee, near attractions like Six Flags Great America, American Place Casino and Great Wolf Lodge. The center’s entertainment includes a theater, escape room, indoor inflatables and kid’s play area.

Category: Factory Outlet and Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,800,000

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

1988

Idaho’s only enclosed super-regional mall, Boise Town Square offers climate-controlled shopping and dining throughout the year. Located near the intersection of I-84 and I-184, the center also has the distinction of being the largest retail complex in the state.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,211,358

Number of Stores: 152

VIP Program: Yes

Woodfield Mall

Schaumburg, Illinois

1971

Set on I-90 west of Chicago, Woodfield Mall is the largest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in Illinois. The enclosed mall also features 8 full service restaurants, 30+ fast casual, the new Dining Pavilion as well as attractions like Enterrium, YuKids Island, Peppa Pig World of Play and The Improv Comedy Club.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 2,154,014

Number of Stores: 300

VIP Program: Yes

Castleton Square

Indianapolis, Indiana

1972

Conveniently located off I-465 near its intersection with I-69 in the northern Indianapolis metro area, this indoor, climate-controlled mall is the largest mall in the state of Indiana. It has three major department stores, a play area, fast-casual and sit-down eateries, 14-screen theater and 130 specialty stores.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,381,533

Number of Stores: 130

VIP Program: Yes

2017 Outlets of Des Moines

Altoona, Iowa

Take up to 70% off at nationally known and local retailers in this open-air lifestyle shopping destination near the intersection of I-80 and US-65, about 6 miles from downtown Des Moines. Entertainment is close at hand at the adjacent Bass Pro Shops, Adventureland Amusement Park and Prairie Meadows Casino.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 300,000

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

Paramount Antique Mall

Wichita, Kansas

1999

The largest of three locations in Wichita and Augusta, KS totalling 96,000 sq. ft. of retail space, Paramount Antique Mall is also one of the largest antique malls in the state. Shoppers find antique furniture, textiles, jewelry, glassware, pottery and china, coins, primitives, industrial, home décor, collectibles, toys and more.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Retail Space: 40,000

Number of Booths: 225

VIP Program: No