A true shopper's paradise with more than 240 high-end shops and a 24-screen AMC theater, Aventura Mall is one of North Dade's premier shopping destinations. Architects eschewed the "contemporary" mall plan when they designed this open-air gem, whose red wrought-iron gates, plush tropical greenery, and SoBe-meets-Bourbon Street features make it as aesthetically pleasing as it is practical and accessible. Anchor stores include Bloomingdale's, Burdines-Macy's, and JC Penney.

This top shopping destination is known around the country for its quality, variety, and most of all, for its style. Each exclusive boutique holds numerous treasures that will transform your wardrobe. Shops include everything from national favorites like Banana Republic, Gap, and Gap Kids to some of the finest designer names, including Gianni Versace, Gucci, St. John and Prada. 

Verlooking the magnificent Biscayne Bay in downtown Miami, this vast shopping complex offers a wealth of boutiques for men, women, and children of all ages. More than 150 shops are conveniently housed in an upscale, attractive shopping environment. Favorites include Gap, Guess, and Wilson's Leather. 

Features colorful outdoor cafes, charming bistros and unique stores with a European village ambience. Major retailers include The Gap and Victoria's Secret. The Cheesecake Factory, Los Ranchos, Café Tu Tu Tango and a 16-screen cinemaplex also are a part of this exciting retail and entertainment center in the heart of Coconut Grove. Open Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday until 11 p.m. Restaurants and nightclubs remain open until 2 a.m.

With anchor stores like Saks, JCPenney, and Macy's, it's easy to see why this Dade County mall attracts the wide range of shoppers it does. One of Florida's oldest enclosed shopping centers (it's 30-plus years old now), Dadeland has undergone extensive renovations, giving it a more aesthetically pleasing appearance with wide, tree-lined common areas and an abundance of natural light.

In the Design District, new trends are being set every day. The neighborhood is a conglomeration of design outlets, art galleries, home decor stores, antique shops, restaurants and clubs. In recent years, the city's creative contingent has migrated here, and it's becoming a popular tourist destination.