Bergen County is known for several things; 70 communities, each with its own unique charm and community spirit, many great downtown shopping districts, a lot of amazing restaurants, fabulous parks, and of course, our world-famous shopping malls.
Because mybergen.com is the ultimate guide to living, working, and visiting Bergen County, we’re bringing you the ultimate guide to Bergen County malls!
The Ultimate Guide to Bergen County Malls
American Dream
Location: 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Mall Hours: Click here to view American Dream Mall hours
Website: www.americandream.com
Social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn
The American Dream is alive and well in New Jersey in the form of an unrivaled shopping and family destination.
American Dream’s main attraction has to be the indoor ski park called the Big Snow, which is covered with 5,500 tons of snow and open year-round. The Mall’s attractions don’t end there. After you’re done with skiing, you can head over to the world’s largest indoor water park in North America, where you and your kids can enjoy swimming and splashing around. Get your tickets here.
There’s more world-class entertainment, including Nickelodeon Universe theme park, an NHL-sized ice rink, Legoland Discovery Center, Angry Birds mini golf, blacklight mini golf, a wave pool, and American Dream’s newest edition, the Dream Wheel, featuring thrilling views of the Manhattan skyline! You’ll be feeling like a kid again after visiting American Dream.
Legoland Discovery Center offers play zones for kids, 4D cinema, interactive rides, and a re-creation of New York City and New Jersey from more than 1.5 million Lego bricks! The Sea Life Aquarium features approximately 3,000 sea creatures that swim around “fishified” New York landmarks.
Shopping is also a dream at this remarkable mall. There’s not enough space here to mention all the shops that it has. As of this moment, there are more than 100 retail stores. Some of the more notable stores include H&M, Zara with their flagship store, Primark, Hollister, Mango, Levi’s, Lululemon, and Victoria’s Secret.
As the American Dream Mall is still expanding rapidly, there are opportunities for someone looking for a job or a career to fulfill their American dream.
This shopping and entertainment center will be one of the largest malls in North America, with hundreds of retail stores once it’s open to its full capacity. View a list of American Dream shops and eateries.
The shopping center is easily accessible via car, public transportation, or its rideshare partner – Lyft.
Bergen Town Center (Outlets)
Location: Route 4 East & Forest Avenue, Paramus, New Jersey
Mall Hours: Sunday: CLOSED, Monday-Saturday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Website: bergentowncenter.com
Phone number: 201-845-4050
Social media: Facebook, Instagram
If you’re looking for an alternative to the pricey Manhattan stores, the Outlets at Bergen Town Center will be your next BFF. Some of the nation’s favorite brands have positioned their outlet shops here, and they’re offering stunningly low prices.
The more notable outlets include Bloomingdale’s Outlet Store, Saks OFF 5TH, Nordstrom Rack, Nike Factory Store, Adidas, Gap, Old Navy, and many others. The Center also has Kohl’s/Sephora, Marshalls, and Burlington.
Apart from great retail outlets, Bergen Town Center (BTC) also offers two remarkable supermarkets – Target and Whole Foods. You might also come here to browse Best Buy, Lowe’s, and CVS, or do your daily workout at 24 Hour Fitness. Find the complete list of retail stores and services here.
Interestingly, the Town Center invites you for a walk through their mall as one of the best workouts for all-around fitness and health. They say that a walk from Target to Marshalls is a 1/4 mile. Count me in, but only if I can grab a slice of pizza afterward! For this reason, the mall opens at 7:00 am every day (except Sunday), while the shopping starts at 10:00 am.
Check out these upcoming Bergen Town Center Events.
Paramus Park Mall
Location: 700 Paramus Park, Paramus, New Jersey
Mall Hours: Sunday: CLOSED, Monday-Saturday: 10:00 am-8:00 pm.
Website: www.paramuspark.com
Phone number: 201-261-6108
Social media: Facebook, Instagram
This charming mall might not be the biggest in New Jersey or even in Paramus, but its specialty shops and eateries attract around six million visitors yearly.
This family-friendly shopping center has two main stores; Macy’s and a family-owned fresh food store Stew Leonard’s. Other well-known retailers include Victoria’s Secret, Swarovski, Sephora, Uniqlo, L.L. Bean, Pandora, Ulta Beauty, The Paper Store, Old Navy, Cotton On, and more.
When you get tired of shopping, grab a latte at Starbucks or a chicken sandwich at Chick-fil-A. View a complete list of Paramus Park stores and eateries here.
Many Paramus Park shops offer discounts, sales, or even gifts weekly if you’re looking for great offers. Bookmark this page to see the latest sales at any time. n more value to mall visitors.
Click here for events at Paramus Park.
Paramus Park Mall is super-convenient to get to from Route 17 or the Garden State Parkway.
The Shops at Riverside
Location: 390 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, New Jersey
Mall Hours: Sunday: CLOSED, Monday-Saturday: 11:00 am-8:00 pm
Website: www.simon.com
Phone number: 201-489-2212
Social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YT
This high-end mall has been a Hackensack staple since 1977. In addition to its retail shopping and eateries, the mall offers valet parking, a coat check, a luxury lounge, and a personal shopping service.
This sophisticated retail destination spans two levels and is only minutes from Manhattan. It features Bloomingdale’s, an AMC Dine-In Theatre, Barnes & Noble, and even a full-service day spa.
Unlike some other, more crowded shopping centers, people love The Shops at Riverside because it’s less busy due to its upscale nature, but folks of all pocket sizes will enjoy a day out shopping and dining here.
A well-run shopping center should offer plenty of events throughout the year, and The Shops at Riverside is no different. Apart from stores unveiling their new collections, there are seasonal events, grand openings, and movie premieres.
Luxury boutiques include Max Mara, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, and Zegna, among others. View a list of retail shops and eateries here.
Click here for The Shops at Riverside events and news.
As the center constantly improves and opens new spaces, you or someone you know might be interested in a new job or career with the center or with many of its partners. For hiring opportunities, visit their website.
Westfield Garden State Plaza
Location: One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, New Jersey
Mall Hours: Sunday: CLOSED, Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm, Friday-Saturday: 10:00 am-9:30 pm
visit www.westfield.com for holiday hours and events.
Website: www.westfield.com
Phone number: 201-843-2121
Social media: Facebook, Instagram
App: The Westfield App
The popular Garden State Plaza was opened in 1957 and is the first suburban mall in New Jersey. It’s located mere minutes from New York City and attracts around 20 million visitors annually.
With 300+ stores at the Plaza, there’s something for everyone. Bergen County folks and folks from neighboring counties and states are accustomed to the Plaza’s vast selection of premium and luxury stores such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Abercrombie & Fitch, Apple Store, Gucci, Lacoste, and many others.
The Center features all your favorite eateries, including Chick-fil-A, Five Guys, Jamba Juice, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Taco Bell, and many more. Be sure to visit the Plaza’s special offers page on its website to find great promotions and coupons!
This local shopping mall is also brimming with events involving seasonal celebrations and weekly happenings, such as revealing new and exclusive collections and even world premieres or grand openings. And you know what that means – sales and offers for everyone!
Check out these Westfield Garden State Plaza special events.
Westfield Garden State Plaza has over 10,000 parking spaces and is easily reached by car or public transportation.
Bergen County: More Than Just Shopping Malls!
Although the world is changing before our eyes, physical shopping is still very popular. Online shopping might be convenient, but nothing beats a trip to the mall.
Of course, Bergen County offers much more than awesome shopping malls. Check out 35 other great places to visit in 2024 on mybergen.com! You’ll find entertainment options for locals and tourists alike.
The ultimate guide to Bergen County Malls is updated regularly, so check back again soon!
