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Looking for the best malls near Milwaukee? Whether you’re planning a full day of shopping, escaping bad weather, or browsing with kids in tow, this updated 2026 guide highlights the best indoor malls, outlet malls, and walkable shopping districts around the Milwaukee area.
💡If you’re planning a full day out, you might also like our roundup of Best Things to Do in Milwaukee With Kids, which includes museums, parks, events, and other family-friendly ideas across the city.
Quick Picks: Best Malls Around Milwaukee
Looking for the best mall near you? These quick picks highlight the top shopping destinations around Milwaukee based on size, layout, and family-friendly features.
- Best indoor mall: Mayfair Mall (Wauwatosa)
A classic enclosed mall with national retailers, sit-down restaurants, and easy year-round shopping – especially great in winter. - Biggest mall near Milwaukee: Southridge Mall (Greendale)
One of the largest enclosed malls near Milwaukee, with major anchor stores, tons of retail options, and kid-favorite attractions like the indoor train. - Best mall for families with kids: Bayshore Town Center (Glendale)
An open-air shopping center with green space, free family events, dining, and room for kids to move around. - Best outlet mall: Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets
A go-to spot for bargain hunters, featuring dozens of name-brand outlet stores just off I-94. - Best walkable shopping district: The Corners of Brookfield
A stylish town-center experience with shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and easy stroll-between-stops layout.
Best Malls Around Milwaukee
Bayshore Town Center (Best Mall for Families & Events)
5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, WI 53217
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Bayshore Town Center (formerly known as Bayshore Mall) in Glendale is a popular shopping mall featuring popular stores like Ulta, Evereve, Gap & Gap Kids, H&M, Nike, Kohl’s, Target, Trader Joe’s, Old Navy, and much more.
For lunch, options include Culver’s, California Pizza Kitchen, Qdoba, and Potbelly Sandwich Shop.
The Yard, an open green space in the center of the open-air shopping area, is the heart of Bayshore. It’s a great spot for families where you’ll find free live concerts, and cultural and seasonal festivals. There is a large screen for viewing sporting events and family movies.
Mayfair Mall (Best Indoor Mall Near Milwaukee)
2500 N Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
mayfairmall.com
Mayfair Mall is an indoor shopping center located just outside of Milwaukee in Wauwatosa.
Anchor stores include Nordstrom, Crate & Barrel, Container Store, and Macy’s. Other stores include LuluLemon, Banana Republic, Barnes & Noble, Build A Bear, the Children’s Place, Eddie Bauer, Forever 21, J Crew, Gap, and more.
Sit down restaurants include the Cheesecake Factory, P.G. Chang’s, and Maggiano’s. Casual restaurants include Panera, Potbelly, and Five Guys Burgers and Friend. There is also a food court inside where you can get an Auntie Anne’s pretzel, cinnabon, and other fast food.
Santa and the Easter Bunny usually make their rounds at Mayfair.
Mayfair Collection (Best Outlet-Style Shopping Near Milwaukee)
11500 W Burleigh St, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
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The Mayfair Collection is a 69-acre, mixed-use outlet mall anchored by Whole Foods and Nordstrom Rack in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
In addition to 400,000 square feet of shopping, The Mayfair Collection also includes an eclectic mix of local restaurants, a 146-room Hilton Homewood Suites, and 269 luxury apartments with plans to build up to 1,000 residential units and 500,000 SF of corporate on-site over the next five to ten years.
Golden Nest Pancake & Waffles is one of our favorite spots for a family brunch.
Southridge Mall (One of the Biggest Malls in Wisconsin)
5300 S 76th St, Greendale, WI 53129
southridgeshoppingmall.com
Southridge in Greendale is one of the biggest malls in Wisconsin, and it’s home to Macy’s, J.C. Penney, T.J. Maxx, American Eagle, Bath & Body Works, and more.
Santa and the Easter Bunny visit each year and they hold family events through their Kids Club.
Pro Tip: Don’t miss the choo choo train that departs from the kids playing area in the center of the mall. Your kids will love chugging around the mall in a real train!
The Corners of Brookfield (Best Walkable Shopping District)
20111 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI 53045
thecornersofbrookfield.com
The Corners is a walkable town center with shopping, dining, and entertainment options for the whole family, located in Waukesha County.
Anchored by Von Maur, other stores include Anthropologie, Evereve, Free People, and LuluLemon. Dining options include Cafe Hollander, Bel Air Cantina, and local favorite Goddess and the Baker.
For family entertainment and date night options, there’s a comedy club called Improv Milwaukee.
Brookfield Square (Classic Indoor Mall Near Milwaukee)
95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
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Anchored by J.C. Penney, Barnes & Noble, and Marcus Theater Movie Tavern, Brookfield Square in Brookfield, WI is also home to favorite stores like American Eagle Outfitters, H&M, WhirlyBall & more!
You can eat at Bar Louie, Bravo Italian Kitchen, Chick-Fil-A, and more. Check their website for family events like Santa Visits and photos with the Easter Bunny.
Drexel Town Square (Modern Mixed-Use Shopping Area Near Milwaukee)
361 W Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI 53154
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Drexel Town Square is a new development in Oak Creek with a blend of shops and residential living. There’s a Main Street, City Hall, Library, retail stores, restaurants, shop, businesses, and apartments. Oak Creek is also home to the state’s first IKEA.
East Towne Square Mall (Upscale Boutique Mall in Mequon)
1505 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, WI 53092
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For a upscale shopping and a unique retail experience, head to East Town Square Mall in Mequon, located in Ozaukee County. It’s been a shopping and dining destination for 27 years.
This indoor specialty mall features women’s stores, unique boutiques, jewelry, eyewear, gift shops, salon/spas, and restaurants. All businesses are locally owned. Cafe 1505 is the perfect place for a delicious meal and great service.
Mitchell Street Mall (Local Market-Style Mall in Milwaukee)
1020 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Mitchell Mall is more of a flea market, located in the city of Milwaukee on a historic street that was once home to Goldmann’s and the Modjeska Theater.
Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets (Best Outlet Mall Near Milwaukee)
11211 120th Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
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Pleasant Prairie Premium Putlets is one of the best outlet malls in Wisconsin. You can save up to 65% off regular prices at stores like the Nike Factory Store, Pandora Outlet, The North Face, and more.
It’s conveniently located off I-94 and Highway 165, about a 40 minute drive from downtown Milwaukee.
Johnson Creek Premium Outlets (Popular Outlet Mall Between Milwaukee & Madison)
575 Linmar Ln, Johnson Creek, WI 53038
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Johnson Creek Premium Outlets is located at I-94 and Highway 26, exit 267, between Madison and Milwaukee, about a 50 minute drive from downtown Milwaukee.
There are 60 outlet stores from name brands like Adidas, Coach, Columbia Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malls in Milwaukee
Have a quick question before you head out shopping? These answers cover the most common questions families and shoppers have about malls in the Milwaukee area.
Southridge Mall in Greendale is one of the largest malls near Milwaukee. It features major department stores, dozens of national retailers, and family-friendly attractions like the indoor train.
Mayfair Mall in Wauwatosa is the most popular indoor mall near Milwaukee, with a wide mix of national retailers, sit-down restaurants, and comfortable year-round shopping regardless of weather.
Yes. Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets and Johnson Creek Premium Outlets are both within about an hour of Milwaukee and offer discounted prices on name-brand stores.
More Family-Friendly Shopping Ideas in Milwaukee
Looking for more places to shop with kids around Milwaukee? These guides highlight family-friendly stores, bookstores, and resale shops that pair well with a day at the mall.
- Shopping for Kids in Milwaukee: Toys, Books & Boutiques
- Kid-Friendly Thrift & Resale Shops Around Milwaukee
- Best Children’s Bookstores in Milwaukee
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