Bergen Town Center | Paramus, NJ

Last Updated: March 25th, 2026

Bergen Town Center in Paramus, NJ is North Jersey’s outlet shopping hub — with Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store, Saks OFF 5TH, Nordstrom Rack, and Nike Factory Store all in one complex, plus Target, Marshalls, and Whole Foods. Located on Route 4 in Paramus, it’s about a mile from Garden State Plaza and closed Sundays due to Bergen County blue laws. New Jersey’s zero sales tax on clothing applies at every store here — making the outlet discounts go even further.

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Visitor Information

Bergen Town Center sits on Route 4 West in Paramus, straddling the border with Maywood. It’s about 8 miles from the George Washington Bridge and roughly a mile from Garden State Plaza — making it easy to pair both in the same shopping trip.

Address: One Bergen Town Center, Paramus, NJ 07652
Phone: +1 (201) 444-5552
Official Website: www.bergentowncenter.com

Hours

Bergen Town Center is open Monday through Saturday. All retail stores are closed on Sundays due to Bergen County blue laws — the same rule that applies at Garden State Plaza and Paramus Park. Some restaurants may operate on different schedules; confirm directly with individual locations. Arrive before noon on Saturdays to avoid the busiest crowds, especially around the outlet anchors.

Monday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday	CLOSED (Bergen County Blue Laws)

Directions & Location

Bergen Town Center is on Route 4 West in Paramus, just east of the Maywood border. From NYC, take the George Washington Bridge to Route 4 West — the complex is visible from the highway, approximately 8 miles from the bridge (about 15 minutes in light traffic). From the Garden State Parkway, take Exit 168 to Route 4 West. From I-80, head south on Route 17 then east on Route 4. Reminder: Bergen County blue laws mean no Sunday shopping — plan your visit for Monday through Saturday.

Parking at Bergen Town Center

Parking is free across Bergen Town Center’s large surface lots surrounding the complex. On busy Saturdays — especially around the holiday season — the lots near Bloomingdale’s Outlet and Saks OFF 5TH fill up quickly. Arriving before noon gives you the best shot at a convenient spot. The open-air layout means no parking deck to navigate, which most visitors find refreshingly straightforward compared to enclosed malls.

Stores at Bergen Town Center

Bergen Town Center’s strength is its off-price anchor lineup. The four outlet heavyweights — Bloomingdale’s, Saks OFF 5TH, Nordstrom Rack, and Nike Factory Store — draw shoppers from across the region. Marshalls and Burlington round out the value retail mix, while Target and Whole Foods make it a practical one-stop destination. Head to the full Bergen Town Center stores directory to browse every store by category before your visit.

Outlet Anchors: Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store (current and past-season luxury at 20–60% off), Saks OFF 5TH (designer fashion, shoes and accessories at outlet prices), Nordstrom Rack (off-price Nordstrom with strong footwear selection), Nike Factory Store (factory-exclusive styles plus mainline Nike at 20–40% off).
Off-Price & Value: Marshalls (rotating brand-name merchandise — worth a check every visit), Burlington (broad off-price selection across apparel, home and accessories).
Everyday Essentials: Target (freshly renovated in 2025 — full-format store), Whole Foods Market (great for post-shopping groceries or a pre-trip coffee).
Dining: Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Cava, World Market, Sarku Japan, and additional quick-service options throughout the complex.
New in 2025: World Market opened in May 2025 as a new tenant, adding global home decor, food, and gift options to the mix.

Pro tip: New Jersey charges zero sales tax on clothing and footwear — stacked on top of already-discounted outlet prices, the savings here are genuine. See our NJ Tax-Free Shopping Guide for the full breakdown.

Bergen Town Center vs. Garden State Plaza

Locals get this question constantly: which one? The simple answer: they serve different purposes — and both are worth your time.

Garden State Plaza is for full-price retail — Nordstrom, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s at regular prices, 300+ mid-range and luxury brands, a proper two-level enclosed mall experience. It’s where you go to browse current-season merchandise in a polished environment.

Bergen Town Center is for outlet pricing — Saks OFF 5TH, Nordstrom Rack, Bloomingdale’s Outlet. You’re buying last season or overstock, often at genuinely significant discounts. The atmosphere is more utilitarian, the prices are lower, and the treasure-hunt element is real.

For serious shoppers: do both in the same day. They’re about 10 minutes apart on Route 4.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bergen Town Center open on Sundays?

No. Bergen County Blue Laws require all retail stores to close on Sundays. This applies to all Bergen Town Center stores including the outlet anchors. Plan your visit for Monday through Saturday. Some dining locations may operate on their own schedules — confirm directly with individual restaurants.

What are Bergen Town Center hours?

Bergen Town Center is open Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. All retail is closed Sundays due to Bergen County blue laws. Check with individual stores or federalrealty.com for holiday hour adjustments.

How do I get to Bergen Town Center from New York City?

Take the George Washington Bridge to Route 4 West. Bergen Town Center is approximately 8 miles from the bridge — about 15 minutes in light traffic. The complex is visible directly from Route 4. From the Garden State Parkway, take Exit 168 to Route 4 West.

Is parking free at Bergen Town Center?

Yes, parking is free throughout Bergen Town Center’s large open surface lots. There is no parking deck — just flat lots surrounding the complex. Lots near the outlet anchors fill up on busy Saturdays, so arriving before noon gives you the best spot selection.

Is there a tax advantage to shopping at Bergen Town Center?

Yes. New Jersey has zero sales tax on clothing and footwear statewide. Combined with the outlet pricing at Bloomingdale’s Outlet, Saks OFF 5TH, and Nordstrom Rack, you’re getting discounts on top of an already tax-free purchase — a meaningful saving compared to shopping in New York.

Our Take on Bergen Town Center

Bergen Town Center punches above its weight for outlet shopping in North Jersey. The four outlet anchors are genuinely strong — Bloomingdale’s Outlet and Saks OFF 5TH in particular are rare finds outside of a premium outlet center. The open-air layout isn’t glamorous, but the freshly renovated Target and the 2025 exterior refresh are moving things in the right direction. Main caveat: come Monday through Friday if you can — Saturday crowds around the outlet stores can be intense, and parking near Nordstrom Rack gets tight by early afternoon. Don’t forget the blue laws either.

What’s Nearby Bergen Town Center

Paramus is one of the most retail-dense areas in the US, so there’s plenty to combine with your visit. Just a mile east on Route 4, Garden State Plaza offers 300+ stores at full retail — a completely different experience from the outlet format here. Head north on Route 17 and you’ll reach Paramus Park Mall in a few minutes for a more laid-back, 100-store shopping experience. For the full entertainment-plus-retail day, American Dream Mall in East Rutherford is about 15 minutes east with 450+ stores and major attractions. And if outlet prices are the priority, Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets is about 35 miles north with an unmatched luxury outlet lineup.