Shopping is a New York City staple activity, but it can definitely get pricey. If you’re looking to score some sweet deals on your favorite brands, you should consider making a trip to a New York State shopping outlets right near the city. These hotspots have everything…from luxury brands to everday essentials and make shopping on a budget loads of fun. We’ve put together a list of some of the best outlets near NYC (and in the state) that are worth a little day trip out of the city.
It’s time to get shopping!
1. Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Just over an hour and a half from NYC, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is the gold standard of outlets, with over 220 stores taking up their massive 800,000 square foot property. The outlet features some of the most popular luxury and designer brands at savings of up to 65%, including Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch, Saks OFF 5th, Victoria’s Secret, and Michael Kors.
Plus, it’s home to the largest collection of luxury outlets with more than 80 stores including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Prada, Burberry, Moncler, Alexander McQueen, Ferragamo and many more. Our recommendation is to grab this day trip pass, which brings you on a journey to the outlet for the day…which includes travel, a VIP Coupon Book, and more.
📍 498 Red Apple Ct, Central Valley, NY
🚗 1 hour, 30 minutes
2. Empire Outlets
Would you believe that this shopping outlet is actually located in NYC?! Empire Outlets is only a short journey over to Staten Island, where a 350,000 square feet wonderland of shops await you. Some of their most popular stores include Levi’s Outlet, Nordstrom Rack, the Nike Factory Store, and many more. Plus, you can take the Staten Island Ferry right to the shopping center, making it easy to browse their indoor/outdoor retail stores.
It’s also home to plenty of festive seasonal events, art installations, and much more.
📍 55 Richmond Ter, Staten Island, NY
🚗 30 minutes
3. Tanger Outlets Deer Park
Tanger Outlets Deer Park is Long Island’s best shopping outlet, and it’s home to plenty of recognizable names like Calvin Klein, Adidas, Michael Kors, Coach, Kate Spade, Nike, and many more. There’s also a movie theater and plenty of community happenings happening too. If you don’t want to brave the drive, you can always take a train out there from Midtown for a day trip.
📍 152 The Arches Cir, Deer Park, NY
🚗 1 hour, 30 minutes
4. The Mills at Jersey Gardens
The Mills at Jersey Gardens is New Jersey’s largest outlet in the entire state, and has over 200 stores to choose from. It’s only about 45 minutes away in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and is home to popular brands including Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Burlington Coat Factory, and Marshall’s, alongside fashion outlets like Michael Kors, Coach, and Kate Spade New York.
You can take a short bus ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal that will take you right there! They also have a 20-screen AMC Theatres featuring IMAX too.
📍 651 Kapkowski Rd, Elizabeth, NJ
🚗 45 minutes
5. Tanger Outlets Riverhead
Take a trip down Long Island to find Tanger Outlets Riverhead, another Tanger property that’s highly popular for its shopping options. The outlet has over 100 stores, including the likes of Adidas, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Coach, and H&M. They’re open 10 am – 8 pm Monday – Saturday, and 10 am – 7 pm on Sundays.
For the best shopping experience, try this incredible outlet shopping experience, which brings you on an opportunity to explore Long Island, visit a renowned winery, spot celebrities in Southampton and Sag Harbor, and shop at Tanger Outlets.
📍 1770 W Main St, Riverhead, NY
🚗 2 hours