Shopaholics can rejoice if they are in Chicago, for it is a home to a plethora of some of the popular and largest malls in North America. A one-stop destination, Chicago offers a top-class retail therapy.
So, grab your credit cards and hop in the shopping centers of Chicago, as it offers something for everyone. Here we have curated a list of the best shopping destinations you would want to check out in Chicago.
Woodfield Mall
Woodfield Mall is one of the largest shopping destinations in the United States, located just in the northwest Chicago suburb of Schaumburg, Illinois. Housing retail shops, restaurants, and family-friendly amenities in more than 2 million square feet of area, Woodfield Mall attracts more than 27 million visitors each year. The mall features around 300 stores and specialty shops and restaurants, including Nordstrom, JCPenney, Macy’s, Superdry, Lord & Taylor, Apple, Zara, H&M, Michael Kors, Anthropologie, A/X Armani Exchange, lululemon, Fabletics, BOSS, etc. that offer completely new and refreshing experiences to visitors every time.
Shoppers can also dine at restaurants such as Texas de Brazil, P.F. Changs, Chipotle Mexican Grill Uncle Julio’s, The Cheesecake Factory, or Blaze Pizza. After dining, they can entertain themselves at a comedy show at The Improv Comedy Club or visit unique interactive toy museum called Blocks to Bricks. For kids and non- shoppers, the mall offers distractions like LEGO store, Build-a- Bear Workshop, and The Disney Store.
Westfield Old Orchard
Westfield Old Orchard is Chicago’s posh shopping destination located in the prestigious North Shore neighborhood. It is one of the most popular shopping malls in Illinois. The center is a unique destination that offers a perfect mix of fashion, food, and entertainment. It features many top and luxurious brands including Nordstrom, Tiffany & Co., Zara, Tesla Motors, Splendid, Bloomingdale’s, Michael Kors, Henri Bendel, Sorel, Madewell, and Free People. Not just fashion, but the shopping destination is also popular for its dining and entertainment options including full-service restaurants, quick-casual eateries, and two cinemas.
Westfield Old Orchard also houses The Cube, which is a one-of-a-kind venue that provides a climate-controlled space for signature events, year-round live entertainment, special community performances, and interactive displays as well. The center also offers family friendly amenities to entertain the non-shoppers, such as the interactive play space and organic garden to deliver an extraordinary experience, especially for the children. Therefore, it offers a “retail walk in the park,” experience along with season specific amenities to delight the shoppers of all ages.
Fashion Outlets of Chicago
The Fashion Outlets Chicago, Illinois, is the Midwest’s only two-level indoor outlet shopping complex, which is just at a five minutes drive from O’Hare International Airport and a 15 minutes drive from downtown Chicago. Fashion Outlets of Chicago offers a plethora of world-class brands and anchors. In addition to their excellent options of outlet retailers, the Fashion Outlets of Chicago also features a variety of fast and casual dining options to offer you a break while you hop on retail stores.
