Favourite Shopping Places in Orlando

• Lake Buena Vista¬†
• ¬†Crossroads at Lake Buena Vista
• ¬†Downtown Disney Marketplace
• Downtown Disney West Side
• Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
• Orlando
• Church Street Station
• Orlando Premium Outlets
• Kissimmee
• Market Street at Celebration
• Kissimmee Manufacturer's Outlet Mall
• Main Gate Flea Market Prices
• International Drive
• Belz Designer Outlet Center
• Belz Factory Outlet World
• Pointe Orlando

Shopping in Orlando is an adventure in its own rite. Huge malls, outlet centers and colossal shopping complexes give every Orlando shopper the opportunity to find that great buy. Take a look at some of the amazing shopping venues and you'll see why locals and visitors absolutely love shopping Orlando.

The mall has become an iconic representation of shopping in America. Malls offer shoppers books, clothing, electronics and much more at one convenient location. Add restaurants diverse as fast food counter service to sit down gourmet eateries and you've made a day of it.

 

When it comes to Orlando malls there is one that tops them all. An upscale setting and classy atmosphere make Mall at Millenia the place to shop. VIP services such as valet parking and full service concierge cater to your every need as you shop the mall's phenomenal specialty shops.

The Florida Mall is the largest shopping center in Orlando with 8 department and 245 stores. Everyone in the family can find whatever they are looking for at this enormous facility. Another benefit to shopping at the Florida Mall is its location near Orlando International Airport, International Drive, Walt Disney World®, SeaWorld® and Universal Orlando® Resort.

Second only to The Florida Mall in size, Altamonte Mall features department stores and 175 specialty shops, all framed by this mall's open layout, indoor palm trees and inviting benches. The mall is located in Altamonte Springs 15 miles north of downtown Orlando, so there is a short drive involved. Orlando Fashion Square Mall is another premier mall with excellent shopping and dining. Church Street Exchange is worth mentioning with its 87,000 square foot, tri-level Victorian setting housing over 50 specialty shops and an international food court.

 

 

 

 

Probably the most popular type of large scale shopping in Central Florida is the open air marketplaces. Style meets convenience while dining and entertainment are not used as an after thought. Even the theme parks have large-scale shopping complexes with Downtown Disney® at Walt Disney World® Resorts and CityWalk® Orlando at Universal Orlando® Resorts. Two of downtown Orlando's popular markets are also landmarks, the Central Florida Farmers Market and Church Street Market have been thrilling shoppers for years.

However, arguably the best shopping in all of Orlando is found on International Drive. Festival Bay at International Drive offers retail and entertainment concepts both new and unique to the Orlando market. Creative storefronts and lighting produce a festive ambiance for guests to enjoy. The two most popular open air shopping complexes on I-Drive are Pointe*Orlando and The Mercado.

Pointe*Orlando is Central Florida's premier shopping, dining and entertainment complex on International Drive. Over 60 retailers, seven restaurants and two huge nightclubs make up this enormous facility. The fine retailers at The Mercado offer unique merchandise you'll not find elsewhere in a beautiful setting with cobblestone walkway lined shops. Besides clothing and accessories from today's celebrated designers, Mercado shoppers will find Key West inspired products and original artwork for sale.

If you are looking for a designer bargain, look no further than Central Florida's incredible outlet shopping. With over 700,000 square feet of outlet shops Belz Factory Outlet is the largest of its kind in the United States. This shopping marvel must be experienced. Belz Designer Outlet Centre is also near by with only the best designer outlets offering Kenneth Cole, DKNY and Ralph Lauren. Both complexes are located on International Drive and are so large you can't miss them.

Factory shopping for the whole family is what Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores is all about. Its state of the art playground for kids gives mom and dad a chance to shop while giving kids a chance to have some fun. Lastly, Orlando Premium Outlets is worth mentioning because of its deeply discounted merchandise.

With all these shopping choices planning is important, and be sure to give yourself ample shopping time. Remember to wear comfortable shoes as many of these shopping complexes are enormous in size and require a fair amount of walking. You should also plan to bring an umbrella because of the open air environments and Central Florida's notorious daytime showers. Other than that you should be in good shape to find that great bargain and enjoy all the shopping that Orlando has to offer.