Great Shopping Malls In And Around New York City

New York City is renowned for its world-class shopping, but less so for its malls. The city is dense, spaces are small, and it doesn’t seem like the sort of place you’d find a giant, sprawling shopping complex—but they do exist. Some are tucked deep in the concrete jungle of Manhattan, while others take up expansive parts of outer boroughs. No matter which you prefer, if you’re looking to get some major shopping done, this guide is for you.

Westfield World Trade Center

The newest (and probably most expensive) shopping mall you’ll find in NYC—the Westfield World Trade Center shopping mall—is located inside the Oculus at the new World Trade Center Transportation Hub, also known as the most costly transportation center in the world. Opened in August of 2016, its architecture and interior design has already astounded visitors, and surely its 112 new shops will too.

1. Secondhand Shopping Tour Experience

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Unleash your inner fashionista and delve into New York City’s vintage treasure troves on our guided Semi-Private Secondhand + Vintage Fashion Tour. Led by a seasoned shopping expert, this tour offers an insider’s perspective on the city’s top vintage and fashion resale shops. Navigate the bustling streets like a local, hopping on buses or subways between locations, and explore a curated selection of second-hand stores handpicked for their unique offerings. With personalized recommendations from your guide, discover hidden gems and try on stylish finds at each stop, all while enjoying competitive prices and ample time for browsing. With a small group of fellow fashion enthusiasts, relish in the personalized attention and camaraderie that make this experience truly unforgettable. Plus, take home a complimentary map featuring over 120 additional stores to continue your fashion exploration long after the tour concludes.

The Shops At Columbus Circle

One of the few shopping malls on the island of Manhattan, The Shops At Columbus Circle is a huge shopping center with all the luxury brands you could hope for. It’s also home to a massive Whole Foods, conveniently connected to three subway lines, and adjacent to Central Park. With all of this there’s no reason not to visit, and if you get hungry you can head to Per Se—one of NYC’s most luxurious restaurants.

Queens Place Mall

A gigantic mall in one of NYC’s easily-accessible boroughs, Queens Place Mall is where to go when you’re looking to hit all the mega stores in one trip. It’s home to Target, Best Buy, Designer Shoe Warehouse, and Macy’s, making this 440,000-square-foot (40, 877-square-meter) complex truly a one-stop shop.

Newport Centre

Located in Jersey City, the Newport Centre is an enormous three-story complex that offers department stores, smaller shops, and a food court. Due to the reduced taxes in New Jersey, the prices here are much lower than across the river, making the PATH train trip more than worth it. And once you get tired of shopping, head to their AMC movie theater to catch a film.

Staten Island Mall

Not surprisingly, other boroughs besides Manhattan are much more accommodating to large malls, and the Staten Island Mall off the southern tip of the city is no exception. Along with all the stores you could ever want, this mall also has a wonderful greenmarket where you can shop for produce.

The Shops At Atlas Park

The Shops at Atlas Park is a mall in Queens with an unexpected outdoor garden and patio space. The building itself is also much more appealing than most malls, with its neo-classical architecture making the whole experience of shopping here more pleasant. Come here to wander the gardens, do some shopping, and escape the hustle of the city.