Shopping in Miami Florida
Places to shop in Miami
Shopping in Miami-Dade County can be an exciting experience. Renowned for its swanky shopping districts and considerable number of malls, Miami is one of the prime shopping destinations in America, if not in the world.
In this corner of The Sunshine State you will find dedicated shopping districts, traditional enclosed malls and luxurious outdoor Lifestyle Centers, all with their own unique styles and atmospheres.
Indulge yourself in the astonishing variety, from upscale boutiques to premier outlet stores.
We have loosely arranged the following list around the areas in which the malls are located although wherever you are in Miami-Dade County you are never far away from a store!
Coral GablesMiracle Marketplace
3301 Coral Way, Coral Gables.
Recently re-opened following an extensive refurbishment, it now includes stores such as Bed, Bath and Beyond, Nordstrom’s Rack and PetSmart. There is also a Bally’s fitness facility. One of the only malls with no restaurants or eateries .
Village Of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables.
www.villageofmerrickpark.com
Opened in 2002 and set against a backdrop of beautiful sub tropical gardens, Merrick Park offers over 100 retail stores and an Equinox fitness club and Spa.
Coconut Grove
CocoWalks
3015 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove.
www.cocowalk.net
Following a recent 10 million dollar renovation, CocoWalk is a shopper’s paradise, containing a vast number of shops and boutiques. It is a convenient destination for shopping, dining and entertainment with live entertainment provided by a number of bars. There is also a state of the art movie theater.
Shoppes at Mayfair in the Grove
2911 Grand Ave. Coconut Grove.
In the heart of Coconut Grove this is where you will find some of the best shopping in the area, stylish clothing boutiques, home decoration and much, much more. A great choice for shops, cafes and fine dining.
Aventura
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura.
www.aventuramall.com
The largest conventional shopping mall in Florida, Aventura Mall is spread over three floors and houses over 280 stores. There is also a food court with a selection of 18 different fast food eateries to choose from.
After a hard day shopping relax at the on premises Spa or get pampered at one of the numerous Beauty Salons on offer.
Kendall
The Palms at Town and Country
8268 Mills Drive, Kendall.
www.thepalmsshops.com
This recently redeveloped open air center brings together a host of retail stores, entertainment, restaurants and specialty businesses.
Dadeland Mall
7535 Dadeland Mall, Kendall.
Including Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, JCPenney and Florida’s largest Macy’s, Dadeland Mall contains more than 185 specialty stores. It is easily recognizable by the blue concrete tower with a D for Dadeland at the top.
The Falls
8888 SW 136 Street, Kendall.
www.shopthefalls.com
Opened in 1980 and designed around a man made lagoon complete with pools, waterfalls and bridges. The Falls is home to over 100 upscale stores, restaurants and cafes, including both a Macy’s and a Bloomingdales, a Pottery Barn, Banana Republic, an Apple store and plenty more. There is also a luxury movie theater.
Brickell
The Shops at Mary Brickell Village
901 South Miami Avenue, Brickell.
www.marybrickellvillage.com
This upscale and laid back retail center has a varied mixture of restaurants and stores. It is also home to a weekly Sunday market where you will find, amongst other things, arts and crafts, plants, jewelry and baked goods.
Midtown
The Shops at Midtown Miami
3401 N. Miami Avenue, Midtown.
www.shopmidtownmiami.com
Set in the middle of Miami’s art district and occupying 26 acres, this shopping district is spread out over a three block radius. There are a number of specialty stores and lifestyle retailers surrounded by National treasures such as Loehmanns, West Elm and Marshalls.
Fort Lauderdale
Las Olas Riverfront
300 SW 1st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale.
www.riverfrontfl.com
Situated in downtown Fort Lauderdale and home to many shops, restaurants, art galleries and boutiques, the Riverfront also has a bustling nightclub and bar scene and a 15 screen cinema.
Hialeah
Westland Mall
1675 West 49th Street, Hialeah.
www.westfield.com/westland
First opened in 1971, it now houses over 100 stores including Sears, JCPenney and Macy’s. There is also a great selection of eating places from fast food to fine dining.
Cutler Bay
Southland Mall
20505 South Drive Highway, Cutler Bay.
www.mysouthlandmall.com
Originally called Cutler Ridge Mall, Southland Mall is great place to go to pamper yourself in the spa or work out at Bally’s Total Fitness center. There is also a movie theater and a whole host of stores and restaurants.
Florida City
Florida Keys Outlet Center
250 East Palm Drive, Florida City.
Find impressive savings at stores such as Gap Outlet, Guess?, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger and many, many more. There are also a handful of restaurants in which to refuel.
Miami Beach
Shoppes of II Villagio
1455 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach.
16,000 Square feet of retail space on the first floor of Ocean Drive’s trendy II Villagio condominium complex.
The Mall at 163rd Street.
1421 Northeast 163rd Street, North Miami Beach.
Spread out over three floors this is where you find The Home Depot, Office Depot and a Wal-Mart supercenter.
Shops at Skylake
1770 Northeast Miami Gardens Drive, North Miami Beach.
Renovated in 1999 this is an eclectic mixture of stores, including a TJ Maxx, Radio Shack, a Goodwill store and Blockbuster, plus a selection of barbers, hair and nail salons and a huge L.A Fitness facility.
Lincoln Road
www.shoponmiamibeach.com
Occupying ten blocks between Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive, 7 of which are closed to traffic, The Shops on Miami Beach is the place to be seen. This collection of stores, boutiques, galleries, restaurants and museums creates a unique atmosphere that attracts people from all over the world, you never know which celebrity you might bump into! A great place for people watching whilst sipping a latte in a pavement cafe.
Doral
The Dolphin Mall
11401 Northwest 12th Street, Doral.
www.shopdolphinmall.com
Dolphin Mall is the largest mall in Miami-Dade County combining shopping with themed entertainment. Here you will find stores that you will find nowhere else in the County such as a Coach Factory store, Saks Fifth Avenue off Fifth and Last call by Nieman Marcus. Open from 9 am to 10 pm there is also a variety of restaurants and a large food court.
Miami International Mall
1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral.
So named because of its proximity to Miami International Airport this mall contains 5 department stores, Macy’s the Women’s and kid’s store, Macy’s Men’s and home, Dillard’s, JCPenney and Sears. There are also a further 140 stores. A children’s play area, “Kidgits corner”, will keep the little ones occupied to leave you free to indulge yourself.
Galeria International Mall
255 East Flagler Street, Doral.
Galeria is an excellent multicultural mall comprising of over 80 stores, mainly clothing, electronics and sporting goods. The food court features mostly Cuban and South American cuisine.
Sunrise
Sawgrass Mills Outlet Mall.
12801 W Sunrise Blvd, Sunrise.
With more than 350 brand name stores and outlets spread out over 2.5 million square feet of retail space, this is the 4th largest Mall in America. With all of the usual suspects, Gap, Nike, Bloomingdales and a Cheesecake Factory, you might need to pencil in a whole day just to look around it.
Bal Harbour
Bal Harbour Shops
www.balharbourshops.com
This upscale open air shopping mall is not just a place to be seen, it is the place to be seen. Bal Harbour is as famous for its shows as for it stores, hosting an array of fashion shows and public appearances every year. It is internationally renowned for its collection of luxury retail.
Downtown Miami
Seybold Building Arcade
36 Northeast 1st Street, Downtown Miami.
www.seyboldjewelry.com
As the largest Jewelry building in Florida and the second largest Jewelry building in the United States, The Seybold Building covers 10 floors with over 280 Jewelers. There are also two restaurants available.
Fountainebleau
Mall of the Americas
7795 West Flagler Street, Fountainebleau.
Originally opened in 1970 as the Midway Mall, it became the Mall of the Americas in 1987. Now home to a wide range of stores and fine dining there is also a 14 screen movie theater. Has excellent disabled access but is in need of refurbishment to bring it up to standard.
South Miami
The Shops at Sunset Place
5701 Sunset Drive, South Miami.
www.theshopsatsunsetplace.com
This outdoor shopping mall opened in 1999 and features Barnes and Noble, GameWorks, Florida’s only NikeTown and an Imax theater. A Splitsville bowling center was opened there in 2008.
Biscayne
Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Boulevard, Biscayne.
www.baysidemarketplace.com
An open air mall with shops, restaurants, free entertainment, rides and a marina Bayside Marketplace is located on the water with spectacular views across the bay. It’s proximity to Bayside Park means that it is easy to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy shopping area for a moments relaxation.