Shop till you drop at Sawgrass Mills

Sawgrass Mills: A Premier Shopping Destination in Sunrise, Florida

Located in Sunrise, Florida – about 15 miles west of downtown Fort Lauderdale – Sawgrass Mills mall is a shopping destination like no other. Known by locals simply as "Sawgrass," it is the largest outlet mall in the United States. Within the 350-store complex, you will find a variety of retail sections with shops ranging from budget-friendly options like a Super Target, Marshalls, J.Crew Factory, and the Nike Factory Store to the Colonnade's exclusive luxury-brand outlets like Tory Burch, Prada, Jimmy Choo, and Kate Spade.

Facilities and Amenities

Beyond its impressive range of stores, Sawgrass also houses a cinema with an IMAX movie theater, a post office, two food courts, and several restaurants. Notable dining options include The Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, Rainforest Cafe (a great spot for families), and conveyor-belt style SushiGami. If you plan to explore the entire mall, dedicate at least one full day for your visit.

Shopping and Transportation Tips

Sawgrass Mills is such a significant shopping destination that it is common to see vacationers wheeling empty suitcases around the mall, filling them up with their purchases. Although Sawgrass Mills no longer offers an official tour bus to and from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, there are third-party direct shuttles and town car services available. Nonetheless, the best way to navigate to and from the airport (and around South Florida in general) is by renting a car.

To accommodate international travelers, the mall features its own currency exchange station. For transportation from the Fort Lauderdale International Airport, take the Tri-Rail train to the Fort Lauderdale station and transfer to Broward County Transit bus No. 22 westbound directly to the mall.

Visiting Tips

Recent visitors note that the mall can become extremely crowded, especially on weekends and around the holidays, and finding a parking spot in the free parking area can be challenging. To avoid these issues, aim to arrive at the mall at opening time or plan your visit for a weekday. Additionally, you can look for a parking spot in a less popular corner of the mall or opt for valet parking (costing between $13 and $25) outside the Oasis and Colonnade sections or in front of the Seasons 52 restaurant.

Hours of Operation

Sawgrass is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Holiday hours may vary. For the most accurate information and to plan your shopping trip, visit the Sawgrass Mills website.