Orlando is not just theme parks, Mickey and roller coasters! This city has established itself as an ideal destination for shopping lovers and you can find very good prices for clothing, sneakers, technology, and more at Outlets, Malls and shopping centers!
In this post we tell you everything you need to know to make the most of your trip and get the best deals while optimizing your time!
I have put together a ranking based on my experience going to Orlando every year from 2010 to today in 2024, the truth is that sometimes you will find better deals at another outlet, since it is not straightforward and depends on the season, the brands you are interested in and many other factors! You should also consider that there are special dates with very large discounts such as February 19 (President's Day), May 27 (Memorial Day), July 4 (Independence Day), September 2 (Labor Day), and Black Friday or Cyber Monday (generally late November), Christmas, etc! You need to keep an eye on the calendar and plan your shopping day with these special dates in mind! It happened to us that we went on July 4 and saw items with 80% and 70% off, came back the next day and those same items were only 20% off.
Some say that Premium Outlets are no longer cheap, but you have to consider first that it is definitely cheaper than in Argentina and second that if you keep in mind several of the tips I share, you can get very good prices!
The 5 Best Outlets in Orlando:
1. Orlando Vineland Premium Outlet:
This is particularly the outlet I like the most, for several reasons. Although it is a little smaller than Orlando International Premium Outlet, it has the stores I like the most and for some reason I always find better discounts!
At this Outlet you will find sports and outdoor brands such as NIKE, Adidas, Puma, Asics, Under Armour, The North Face, Columbia, New Balance, Oakley, Hurley, Reebok and more, clothing brands such as Armani, Boss, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, DKNY, Dolce & Gabanna, Forever 21, Gap, GUCCI, GUESS, Lacoste, Levi's, Polo Ralph Lauren, PRADA, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace and many more, shoes and sneakers such as: Aldo, Crocs, Journeys, Vans, Converse, among others! and Kids' brands such as Carter's, Oshkosh, and Gap Kids among hundreds of other brands.
This Outlet belongs to the Simon chain, which gives you significant discounts at various brands. To access them, you need to download the app and register!
Here is the link: Simon Orlando Vineland Premium Outlet
Location: 8200 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821, United States
General hours: 10 am to 9 pm. (Sundays may vary and close at 7 pm during low season)
Website: Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
Important Tips:
- In most stores they offer you the chance to sign up for their newsletter and give you discounts of up to an additional 10%. They only ask for your email or a phone number. What I do is accept it and use different email addresses if I come back to shop at the same store.
- There are stores like The North Face, Gap, Forever 21 and more that are located in a different section and you have to cross an avenue to get to them! Many people don't know this and miss out on the great discounts from these major brands.
- With every purchase, the receipts include discounts to use at other brands — check them! Sometimes there are very worthwhile deals!!
- It is better to go in the morning, since at night, when they close, is when they put out the offers and organize the clothes to start the next day! In the afternoon/evening is when there are the most people, everything is already messy and generally the good stuff is already gone!
2. Orlando Outlet Marketplace.
This is the outlet where I have always found the best discounts!! There are very few brands but the discounts are unbeatable. Here you will find stores such as: NIKE, Adidas, Under Armour, Puma, Calvin Klein, Guess, New Balance, Carter's, among a few others.
It has several advantages: It is small, there are usually not that many people, there is plenty of parking, the stores are quite large except for Nike, it tends to have the best discounts, and it is super close to Orlando International Premium Outlets, so I would start here and then drive over to the International to do both on the same day.
Location: 5269 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, United States
Hours: 10 am to 9 pm (Sundays until 7 pm.) May vary depending on the season.
Website: https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/orlando-outlet-marketplace
Tips for Orlando Outlet Marketplace:
- On your shopping day, start here and then head to Orlando International Premium, which is very close by.
- You will likely buy a lot and need to leave the bags in the car. While nothing usually happens, some friends of ours had all their suitcases full of shopping stolen from their car because they left them in plain sight! So, just as you would in your home Latin country, don't be complacent and keep your things hidden in the trunk before driving over to the other outlet.
3. Orlando International Premium Outlet:
This is the largest outlet of all in Orlando. It has a huge number of brands and tends to be packed with people as it is the most popular! You will find the most important brands. There is a small Disney outlet store where you can find some things — not a huge selection, but at a very good price compared to the parks.
You will find sportswear and outdoor brands such as: NIKE, Adidas, Puma, Asics, Fila, Under Armour, The North Face, Columbia, New Balance, Oakley, Quicksilver, Hurley, Volcom, Reebok and more. Clothing brands such as H&M, Armani, Boss, Banana Republic, Victoria's Secret, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, DKNY, Forever 21, Gap, GUESS, Lacoste, Levi's, Polo Ralph Lauren, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger and many more, shoes and sneakers such as: Aldo, Crocs, Champion, Journeys, Vans, Converse, Skechers, among others! and Kids' brands such as Carter's, Oshkosh, and Gap Kids among hundreds of other brands.
Location: 4951 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, United States
Hours: 10 am to 9 pm (Sundays until 7 pm.) May vary depending on the season.
Website: https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/orlando-international
Tips for International Premium Outlet:
- Just like at Vineland, download the Simon app to access discounts, check your receipts as they always include discounts, and register your email at the stores to access extra discounts.
- Try to go early to find parking and shop more comfortably (especially during peak season).
- If you know you are going to go crazy with shopping (as everyone does), bring a wheeled suitcase to load up as you go, otherwise it becomes impossible to walk around with so many bags! If you need to buy a suitcase, while they do sell them there, they are not usually cheap — except at the Samsonite store — but at Ross, Marshall or Walmart you can get one at a great price and bring it that same day! You will remember this tip on the day you go and didn't bring the suitcase! haha.
- Keep in mind that you will leave this outlet extremely exhausted, because you walk a lot, it tends to be very hot, you spend a lot of time on your feet, etc. Plan to go back to the hotel for a little while to drop off the bags and rest before doing anything else.
4. The Florida Mall:
It is considered one of the largest enclosed malls in Florida, and it has gained popularity due to the recent opening of Primark! It has an endless number of brands, but I think the ones I highlight the most are ZARA, H&M, Primark and Apple. It also has Hollister, Adidas, Dick's (which is a very large sporting goods store), Macy's, Forever 21, GAP, JCPenney, Pink, Victoria's Secret, Sephora, Uniqlo, Vans, among many more.
It is not my favorite, but it has very important brands that make it a must-visit. What I will say is that it has a kids' play area that my daughter absolutely loved!
Location: 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809, United States
Hours: 10 am to 9 pm (Sundays 11 am to 7 pm.) May vary depending on the season.
Website: https://www.simon.com/mall/the-florida-mall
5. Ross, Marshalls, Burlington:
You cannot go to Orlando without stepping into these stores again and again! There are several of them, spread across many locations, and they are where you will find the best prices. These are stores that buy surplus clothing from major brands and resell them at low prices. Not only do they carry clothing, you will also find footwear, luggage, home goods, toys, and more! Many people feel overwhelmed when they walk in, since there are very long racks full of clothes and you don't know where to start, but those who look will find great things. The good news is that, even if it doesn't look like it, everything is organized by size and type of clothing, and the key is to browse thoroughly. There are some really great items from major brands at ridiculously low prices!
Location: Various! Just type any of these names into Google and you will find small shopping centers with at least two of these brands.
Tips for Ross, Marshall and Burlington:
- Browse, browse and browse — there are many hidden gems on those racks! You just have to take the time to look carefully!
- Check the tables with extra-discounted items — deals on top of deals!
- The checkout lines tend to be long, so plan your time well because when you want to pay you might end up in very long lines!
- Other malls that are not outlets but are 100% worth it!
Disney Springs:
Located in Disney, it is a very picturesque open-air shopping center with a huge number of restaurants, clothing stores, live shows, the largest Disney store, and much more.
Disney Springs is one of those places you cannot miss if you are going to Disney! I personally love this place and it is a must to go at night because there are always live musical shows at various points throughout the area, there is the new drone show, and the atmosphere always meets Disney's high standards.
You will find clothing stores such as: ZARA, Uniqlo, Under Armour, Ron Jon, Columbia, Sephora, Anthropologie, Lacoste, MAC, Harley Davidson, Volcom and many more!
There are must-see stores such as: The Lego Store and World of Disney which is Disney's largest gift store, where you will find absolutely everything, from keychains, candy, stuffed animals, toys, clothing, homewares, and much more, all Disney!
Restaurants: There are a huge number, and if you have a Disney dining plan, you can use it here too! In fact, the food is infinitely better than at the hotels or the parks! In our case, the last time we went we had the Quick Service Dining Plan and we took advantage of it every night! My recommendation: The Polite Pig restaurant! Super generous portions and one of the best meals we had! (They accept the Quick Service Dining Plan). There are also many other restaurants, such as Planet Hollywood, Rain Forest Café, T-Rex Café, The Boathouse, D-Lux Burger (Also highly recommended, giant and very tasty burgers that accept the Quick Service Dining Plan), Blaze&
