Outlets & Malls in New Jersey

Last Updated: April 9th, 2026

New Jersey is one of the best states in the US for shopping — with over 30 major outlets and malls, zero sales tax on clothing and shoes, and enough variety to fill a full day trip or a weekend. We’ve been covering every major destination across the state for years — from the luxury halls of Short Hills to the open-air outlets near the Shore — and built this guide to help you shop smarter. OutletsNewJersey.com covers every major outlet and mall in NJ with store directories, current hours, and practical trip advice.

New Jersey Shopping: Quick Facts

Malls & outlets	30+ major shopping destinations across the state
Clothing & footwear tax	0% — fully tax-free statewide on all apparel
Savings vs. NYC	Up to 8.875% saved on every clothing purchase vs. New York City
Largest mall	American Dream Mall — 3M sq ft, 450+ stores, 7 entertainment venues
Best luxury mall	The Mall at Short Hills — Hermès, Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Cartier
Best outlet near NYC	The Mills at Jersey Gardens — 230+ stores, 10 min from Newark Airport
Sunday shopping	Bergen County malls closed Sundays (blue laws) — all other counties open
International visitors	Free Simon VIP coupon books with passport at eligible malls

Why Shop in New Jersey?

The tax advantage is real and it adds up fast. While shoppers in New York City pay up to 8.875% on clothing, NJ shoppers pay nothing — that’s an automatic saving before any outlet discount kicks in. Stack that with 25–65% off at premium outlet centers like Gloucester Premium Outlets and Atlantic City’s Tanger Outlets, and a single shopping day can save you several hundred dollars compared to buying the same items in Manhattan. Major anchors including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Boscov’s, and Saks OFF 5TH are well represented across the state — and we’ve personally visited every destination in this guide.

Planning to shop on Sunday? Bergen County malls — including Garden State Plaza and Paramus Park — are closed on Sundays due to blue laws. See which NJ malls are open on Sunday →

Latest News & Updates

New store openings, holiday hours, and sales events change the NJ mall landscape regularly. Check the latest updates below before you plan your trip.

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Overview of the Best Malls in New Jersey

Compare the best NJ malls and outlets at a glance — store counts, anchors, and links to full pages with hours and directions. Not sure where to start? Use the NJ mall map to find a destination near you.

Name	City	No. of Stores	Size
American Dream Mall	East Rutherford	450+	3,000,000 sq ft
Garden State Plaza	Paramus	300+	2,118,718 sq ft
Palisades Mall	West Nyack (NY)	200+	2,217,323 sq ft
Jersey Gardens Mall	Elizabeth	230	1,300,000 sq ft
Freehold Mall	Freehold	225	1,671,000 sq ft
Woodbridge Mall	Woodbridge	200+	1,633,000 sq ft
Willowbrook Mall	Wayne	180+	1,514,000 sq ft
Cherry Hill Mall	Cherry Hill	130	1,306,000 sq ft
Short Hills Mall	Short Hills	160	1,374,000 sq ft
Rockaway Mall	Rockaway	180	1,248,000 sq ft
Menlo Park Mall	Edison	175	1,230,000 sq ft
Atlantic City Outlets	Atlantic City	109	1,292,611 sq ft
Quaker Bridge Mall	Lawrence Township	120+	1,099,000 sq ft
Newport Mall	Jersey City	155	1,149,147 sq ft
Bridgewater Mall	Bridgewater	170	900,000 sq ft
Livingston Mall	Livingston	100	985,000 sq ft
Woodbury Commons	Central Valley (NY)	220+	845,000 sq ft
Paramus Park Mall	Paramus	107	770,941 sq ft
Riverside Mall	Hackensack	72	674,416 sq ft
Jersey Shore Outlets	Tinton Falls	120	435,000 sq ft
Jackson Premium Outlets	Jackson	70	285,000 sq ft

Outlets vs. Malls: What’s the Difference?

Factory outlet centers sell brand-name merchandise at discounted prices — typically 25–70% off retail. Coach, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Kate Spade all operate outlet stores in NJ. Shopping malls carry current-season merchandise at regular prices, but offer a broader mix: department stores, electronics, home goods, and entertainment. NJ has excellent options of both types — from Jackson Premium Outlets for a quick outlet run, to Garden State Plaza and American Dream Mall for a full-day visit.

How to Get Extra Discounts & Coupons

Most Simon Premium Outlets — including Jackson Premium Outlets — offer a free VIP Shopper Club coupon book with discounts at dozens of stores. International visitors can get it at the welcome center with a passport. Tanger Outlets at Atlantic City runs a similar program. Many malls also send exclusive deals via their app or newsletter. Here’s exactly how to get the best coupons and deals at NJ malls.

Most Popular Brands You’ll Find in New Jersey

NJ’s mall network runs the full spectrum. Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., and Hermès are at The Mall at Short Hills. Outlet centers carry Coach, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Under Armour at 25–65% off. Department store anchors include Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Boscov’s, and Saks OFF 5TH. Apple Stores are a consistent draw too — find all Apple Store locations in NJ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Take on Shopping in New Jersey

We’ve been covering NJ’s mall and outlet scene for years, and the honest verdict is this: NJ genuinely punches above its weight. The zero clothing tax isn’t a gimmick — it’s a real, compounding saving that international visitors especially notice when they’re used to paying 20%+ VAT at home. We’ve done the Short Hills luxury run, the Jersey Gardens outlet crawl, and the American Dream everything-in-one-day visit, and each serves a completely different kind of shopper. The one thing that trips people up every time: Bergen County’s Sunday blue laws. Plan around those and NJ is hard to beat — one of the best shopping states on the East Coast, full stop.

Last updated: April 2026

Start Planning Your Trip: Our Shopping Guides

These guides cover every angle of shopping in New Jersey — Sunday blue law warnings, NYC day trip routes, international visitor tips, and tax-free savings breakdowns. Pick your starting point below.

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