10 Best Shopping centres in Miami

Bal Harbour Shops is an open-air high-end mall situated in an affluent suburb of Miami Beach. It’s famed for its swanky stable of designer labels including Balenciaga, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Prada, Chanel, and McQueen.

Celebrities and socialites flock to stores with lavish white interiors ornamented with tropical foliage, colourful pot plants, and Zen Japanese koi ponds. After you’re done shopping, feast on Edomae-style sushi at Makoto restaurant before enjoying an Italian dessert at Bianco Gelato.

Situated in Sweetwater, Dolphin Mall delivers 240 outlets and discount stores across 1,400,000 square feet of retail space. This sprawling, double-story extravaganza also boasts a wealth of international restaurants and an on-site hotel: the Courtyard by Marriott.

Home to big-name brands like Old Navy, Abercrombie & Fitch, Calvin Klein, and Guess, Dolphin Mall also hosts the Artisan Show market on the first weekend of every month. There, you’ll shop curated stalls displaying handcrafted goods like accessories, home décor, meals, and desserts.

The Design District isn’t a mall per se, it’s a culture-soaked destination. This trendy Miami area is known for its ritzy fashion and jewellery boutiques, restaurants headed by celebrity chefs, and an eclectic array of world-class art galleries.

Spanning 18 square blocks north of Wynwood, Design District boasts a number of iconic brands including Celine, Givenchy, and Louis Vuitton, and upmarket dining options like Dior Café for coffee and pastries and Contessa for artisan pizza. Home to Christie’s, Opera Gallery, and The Haitian Heritage Museum, there are also plenty of opportunities to view some amazing artworks.

Designed by esteemed Ukrainian-American architect Morris Lapidus, Miami’s Lincoln Road is an 8-block-long pedestrian mall festooned with swaying palms, eye-catching sculptures, and stylish Art Deco fountains. Here, big box retailers include Apple, Foot Locker, and Forever 21.

On the luxurious end of the retail spectrum, you’ll find upscale stores including Ted Baker, Guess, Pandora, and Swarovski. There’s also an abundance of eating and dining options like Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar, Full Bloom Vegan Cuisine, Subway, and The Cheesecake Factory.

Brickell City Centre delivers 4 floors of retail across 3 city blocks in Miami’s bustling City centre. Anchored by an expansive Saks Fifth Avenue department store, the mall is renowned for its collection of major brands including Levi’s, Coach, Jo Malone, MAC Cosmetics, and Agent Provocateur.

Recharge your batteries at a number of popular pitstops including Luke's Lobster, Tacology, Marabu, and Häagen-Dazs. After dark, head 40 floors up to the rooftop bar Sugar for Asian tapas, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic views of the Miami skyline.

Bayside Marketplace is a 2-story, open-air shopping centre in Miami’s vibrant City centre, set on the shores of Biscayne Bay. Here, you’ll find perennial favourites including Bath & Body Works, Sunglass Hut, Sketchers, and Victoria’s Secret.

Bordered by the City of Miami marina, Bayside Marketplace is also home to Island Queen Cruises and Miami Aqua Tours which offer exhilarating adventures out on the water. After you’re done shopping, take to the Skyviews Observation Wheel for unparalleled views of the city and sea from the comfort of a climate-controlled gondola.

Located in the heart of the city, The Shops at Midtown Miami is a 26-acre megaplex with more than 50 retailers and restaurants. One can easily spend a day here perusing Target, HomeGoods, and Marshalls, or shopping its unique indie boutiques like House of Intuition (a metaphysical shop).

Foodies will adore the mall’s many dining options including fast food, grills, and restaurants. Stop at Crab Du Jour for Cajun seafood, Carrot Express for baked sweet potatoes, or 100 Montaditos for tapas-sized rolls.

Just east of Coral Gables, Miracle Marketplace is an everyday mall that’s jam-packed with big box brands. Strategically situated next to Miracle Mile (one of Miami’s best retail and restaurant markets), this 3-story centre is home to Dollar Tree, Designer Shoe Warehouse, and Nordstrom Rack.

After you’ve shopped yourself silly, hit Hooters, Subway, or Churrolandia for a tasty bite to eat. You can also treat yourself to a day of pampering at Venetian Nail and Spa, The Spot Barbershop, or Amazing Lash Studio.

Teeming with well-known retailers and fast-food joints, Central Shopping Plaza is conveniently situated next to Magic City Casino (for those who’d like to hit the slots). There are plenty of stores to suit any mood including Walgreens, Cannabis Care Clinic, Mia Mondi, and Central Sporting Goods.

Satiate your appetite by grabbing a bite at all-American favourites like McDonald’s, Taco Bell, or KFC. El Prado Bakery and Restaurant excels in Cuban cakes and authentic bites like tortilla omelettes, empanadas, and succulent grilled seafood.

It might be billed as a modest strip mall but Midpoint in Miami has lots of exciting aspects that put it on the map including Sabor Tropical: a Latin-American supermarket that stocks high-quality Hispanic products including deli goods, meat, and tortillas.

Inside, you’ll enjoy eclectic shopping options like Liquor Mart VII, dd’s DISCOUNTS, Family Dollar, and Rainbow. There are plenty of wellness options on offer too like Your Fit Health Club, DermaGym, and Save & Go Beauty.