Outlet Shopping Guide Around Los Angeles

Outlet malls offer reasonable prices for serious shopping in Los Angeles. Keep this guide for the best outlet malls around Los Angeles.

Citadel Outlets

The Citadel Outlets is the closest outlet mall to Downtown Los Angeles. For those who are visiting Los Angeles and are staying around the Downtown area, it is the most convenient outlet mall since it is only about 20 minutes of driving from Downtown. In addition, travelers who do not have cars can take advantage of the center’s free shuttle service that goes to/from downtown Citadel at certain times and from designated stops. The Citadel Outlets also provides free parking, luggage storage, and currency exchange services, so keeping track of those open services will add convenience to your shopping experience. Citadel does not feature the highest-end luxury brands but is home to Coach, Kate Spade, and other luxury brands including Michael Kors. Citadel is noted for having castle-like architecture, and is decorated with winged lions. It has a more theatrical, old-world style than most outlet malls which creates a memorable shopping experience. The food court at Citadel has fast food and non-fat frozen yogurt so shoppers do not have to leave the mall to get food. Address: 100 Citadel Drive, Los Angeles, CA Hours: Daily, 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Official Website: Citadel Outlets (Check the official website to see what stores are available before visiting, especially if you are on a time schedule. Citadel Outlets offers a mall map to customers.) Citadel Outlets has over 130 stores, and their outlet prices are 30% to 70% lower than regular prices. The center’s proximity to Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport, and Disneyland is approximately 30 minutes. The center embraces LA’s fashion style, which is casual with a hint of sophistication, and balance trendiness with being too formal. In its open-air venue just minutes from the urban center customers can find international and designer collections and still keep to their budget. Featured brands include COACH, Michael Kors, Armani Exchange, Steve Madden, H & M, Kipling, Clarks Bostonian Outlet, ECCO, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Luxury Mall. Additional stores include Armani, Bally, Kate Spade, Disney Outlet, Coach Men’s, Hugo Boss, American Eagle Outfitters, and Swarovski. The Luxury Mall features brands like Prada, Miu Miu, Roberto Cavalli, Marc Jacobs, Versace, and Tod’s. Shoppers wanting a more pleasurable experience can access a VIP Lounge. Some of the listed perks are a VIP discount card, concierge services, luggage storage, currency exchange and Wi-Fi, boarding pass printing, cable television, plug and charge stations, snacks and drinks, and a lavish restroom with makeup mirrors and vanity. The entire mall has free Wi-Fi. UnionPay cards are accepted, and there are Chinese-speaking employees.

Camarillo Premium Outlets

Camarillo, which is northwest of Los Angeles, requires a minimum of one hour’s travel time from downtown. However, it is more accessible than the desert outlets. With over 160 stores and 120 brands, shoppers looking for bargains enjoy a 30% to 50% discount. Camarillo Outlets has three sections. The three outlet department stores are Barneys New York Outlets, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. These are great places to find designer apparel and bags from previous seasons. \ American brands at the outlets include Tory Burch, Coach, Guess, J. Crew, Polo Ralph Lauren, The North Face, and Timberland. The sales tax is relatively low. \ 740 E Ventura Blvd, Camarillo, CA \ Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m \ Official Website: \ Camarillo Outlets is located in northwestern Los Angeles county, and it is also close to Malibu. This outlet is large, and it offers more variety than other outlets, with over 100 stores. Discounts are typically between 40 and 70 percent, and there are also some restaurants available, including options for Japanese and Chinese cuisine. \ There is a free shuttle service connecting all three areas of the mall. There are also packaged deals that offer round trip transportation to the mall from your hotel, as well as tickets to local attractions. \ 3. Desert Hills Premium Outlets \ This is the largest outlet center located in the Palm Springs area of Southern California. \ Desert Hills Premium Outlets is often considered the largest outlet center in the western United States and is located east of Los Angeles. The desert view of the desert offers a scenic view on the way to the outlet, which takes about 2 hours from Downtown Los Angeles. \ The brand lineup is its defining advantage. The selection is broad and includes names like Burberry, Gucci, Dior, Dolce &

Gabbana, Elie Tahari, Giorgio Armani, Lacoste, Gap, Levi’s, and Coach. However, shoppers seeking lower-priced youth-oriented labels such as Forever 21, H&M, and A&F will not find them here. There is also Joshua Tree National Park and the Morongo Casino Resort and Spa nearby. This makes Desert Hills a worthy stop for desert outings for travelers with the drive to do more than shop. Desert Hills offers group visits. Those with 15 or more people can register through the official website to get a free VIP Coupon Book on arrival. A free VIP Coupon Book is also given for joining the VIP Shopper Club. It’s best to register just before leaving to get the latest coupons. 46400 Seminole Dr, Cabazon, CA and Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. is the official website Desert Hills Outlets. It is California’s largest luxury outlet center and is about an hour from Los Angeles and 20 minutes from Palm Springs, off the 10 on the west. This Simon outlet center has 180 designer stores like Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Coach, Michael Kors, Prada, Roberto Cavalli, Saint Laurent Paris, and Tom Ford. There’s also Blaze Pizza, Five Guys Burgers &

Fries, and Jody Maroni’s Sausage Kingdom. Ruby’s Diner and Morongo Casino Resort and Spa are great nearby places to eat. Nearby attractions include luxurious spas and golf courses, mid-century modern architecture, and outdoor activities in the Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park areas, as well as Joshua Tree National Park. The largest indoor factory outlet mall in California, Ontario Mills is also one of the largest in North America, making it one of the largest outlet centers in Southern California. As the name suggests, it is great because it is fully indoors. There are no weather concerns to plan around, and it even has a movie theater, which provides a balance for groups so that everyone does not have to shop all day. The mall carries a good mix of contemporary brands geared towards young people, as well as more accessible brands like Nordstrom and Coach, and Timberland. There are also some nice casual restaurants in the food court that can be good for a break during shopping. Address: 1 Mills Cir, Ontario, CA. Hours: Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm. Official website: Ontario Mills, Ontario Mills is a major indoor outlet mall in Southern California and is referred to as “Ten Gates.” It has Southern California’s only A&F Factory Outlet and serves a wide range of customers, including children, adults, and seniors. It also has a dining theater and a variety of restaurants. Combining shopping with a meal and a comedy show makes it easy to fill a day.

5. The Outlets at Orange
Orange County's only outlet center
The Outlets at Orange, as the only outlet mall in Orange County, perfectly fits the needs of shoppers from the LA area.
There are over 120 branded discount stores, including department stores, like Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, and Nordstrom Rack. There are also popular young-people's stores, like Forever 21, Hollister, DKNY, Victoria's Secret, Calvin Klein, and H&M.
Its location is an added advantage, as it is a short drive to Disneyland Resort, Angels Stadium, Honda Center, and Anaheim Convention Center. An AMC 3D cinema next door offers a good option to people who don't want to shop.
Location: 20 City Blvd W, Orange, CA
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 9 pm; Sun 10 am - 8 pm
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Before you start shopping, bear the following three things in mind:
1. The weather forecast in Los Angeles.
2. The need to secure personal belongings during shopping.
3. Parents should keep an eye on their children to avoid separation.
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