1) Mall of America — Bloomington, Minnesota

 With more than 500 stores, Mall of America beats every other mall by expanding into the most stretched area and earning revenue to maximum capacity. it has one of the best theme parks. From Nickelodeon Universe to Sea Life Aquarium, you can visit them and have the best time. There are hotels inside the mall that you can stay in while you travel around. Somewhere around 45 million visitors come to the mall every year. 

Size: ~2.869M sq ft retail GLA (within 5.689M sq ft total complex) • Stores: 500+ • Opened: 1992
Why it’s massive: The country’s best-known mega-mall pairs shopping with destination attractions (Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE, hotels). For pure retail space, the GLA is 2.869M; the oft-quoted 5.6M is the overall building area that also covers hotels and attractions. 

Good to know: Expect four hours+ to see highlights; parking is free in massive ramps; on-site JW Marriott & Radisson Blu make this a legit weekend trip.

Website : www.mallofamerica.com

 

2) American Dream — East Rutherford, New Jersey (NYC metro)

It is often called the second-largest mall in the USA and has been the center of entertainment for the longest time. All the entertainment units inside ensure a family has fun together. It has Nickelodeon Universe, a ski and snow resort, and Dreamworks, one of North America's largest Indoor waterparks. It guarantees fun when you stay with them.

Size: ~3.0M sq ft (retail + attractions reported together) • Opened: 2019
Why it’s massive: An entertainment-forward complex (indoor water park, ski slope, theme park) alongside luxury and mainstream retail. The publicly cited figure is ~3M sq ft.

Good to know: It’s minutes from Manhattan (NJ Transit buses, rideshare). Some attractions are separately ticketed; check schedules for live events.

Website : www.americandream.com

 

3) The Galleria — Houston, Texas

It is the largest mall in Texas and has been developed to serve customers best. It is maintained and kept astute to entertain, shop, and dine. You can visit this mall for the health clubs, too. People stay in the hotels. It also has a large ice skating rink.

Size: commonly reported as ~2.4M–3.0M sq ft (owner marketing says “more than 2.4M”) • Opened: 1970
Why it’s massive: Four department stores (including Neiman Marcus & Saks) plus 400 shops make this Texas retail icon a perennial top-10 in size and traffic. Owner materials reference “more than 2.4M sq ft,” while national lists often round higher; plan with the conservative owner number in mind. 

Good to know: It’s attached to hotels and offices; expect Houston traffic patterns (visit off-peak if you can).

Website: www.simon.com

 

4) King of Prussia — King of Prussia, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia metro)

It is also known as KOP by residents of the United States and is one of the largest malls in Pennsylvania. This mall was previously divided into the plaza and the court. They recently joined to create this huge mall that exceeds 3 million square feet. To welcome many visitors, KOP also has a vast parking area to cover all the chaos. In this mall, you will see all the luxury premium brands like Adidas, Puma, and Gucci. You can also pick to eat from a lot of different eateries.. You will get the best food and exquisite services. 

Size: ~2.79–2.9M sq ft GLA • Stores: ~450 • Opened: 1963
Why it’s massive: After the 2016 expansion that linked its two wings, KOP became the largest enclosed shopping destination on the East Coast, with breadth from Primark to Neiman Marcus. 

Good to know: 20+ million annual visitors; multiple garages and valet; easy access off I-76/PA Turnpike.

Website : https://wwww.septa.org/destinations/king-of-prussia/

 

5) Aventura Mall — Aventura, Florida (Miami–Fort Lauderdale)

Often called the largest mall in the Southeast, this mall is convenient for shopping and keeps traditional features alive—this way, it caters to the needs of most of the population. The best part about this mall is that it also has a farmers' market, which is popular with its residents. It has all the exquisite dining options, and you can buy anything luxurious here, too. You will see all the world's digital upliftment with the shopping experiences, so that it will be worth it. 

Size: ~2.7–2.8M sq ft • Opened: 1983
Why it’s massive: One of America’s largest luxury-tilted centers (Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, large art program). National lists place Aventura firmly in the top tier by GLA. 

Good to know: Expect heavy weekend/holiday traffic; combine with nearby beaches for a full day.

Website : www.aventuramall.com

 

6) South Coast Plaza — Costa Mesa, California (Orange County/LA)

This is the largest mall on the West Coast. The Segerstrom Family has owned it since its creation. In this mall, you will find the best collection of everything. You can explore fashion, jewellery, decor, home essentials, beauty essentials, and the gaming arcade. All the luxury brands have also set up shop there. You can buy from Gap, Macy's, Lego store, Louis Vuitton. You can also get the exclusive Hermes products. 

Size: ~2.8M sq ft (owner) / ~2.62–2.8M on public lists • Opened: 1967
Why it’s massive: The West Coast’s largest luxury shopping destination, with the densest collection of designer flagships in the U.S. Owner states ~2.8M; recent press and the mall’s media kit align with that. 

Good to know: Easy airport access (SNA); valet everywhere; dining is genuinely standout—reserve ahead.

Website : www.southcoastplaza.com

 

7) Del Amo Fashion Center — Torrance, California (LA metro)

This mall was once the largest in the USA, but with time, it was beaten by the others. It has moved down the list, but it can still hold many visitors and serve many people by providing services and dining. You can buy many luxury brands from this mall, especially Macy's. It has a three-story mall with many dining options available. 

Size: ~2.52–2.5M sq ft • Opened: 1961
Why it’s massive: One of the largest multi-level enclosed malls in the U.S., spanning several blocks with a big dining/entertainment mix. Recent sources peg it around 2.52M sq ft. 

Good to know: 12,000+ parking spaces; the complex is big—use the directory before you park to pick the right garage.

Website : www.simon.com/mall/del-amo-fashion-center

 

8) Tysons Corner Center — Tysons, Virginia (Washington, D.C. metro)

This mall has many luxury and department stores. You can choose from Apple, Nordstrom, or Sephora. You can also dine at the best places and restaurants. They even have Eddie V's, Barrel, and Bushel. It can be reached easily compared to the rest of the malls because it is close to the Silver Line Metro. 

Size: Listed as ~2.4M sq ft on national lists; the owner cites ~1.85M sq ft of GLA for the mall itself
Why it’s massive: A flagship D.C.-area center with a satellite luxury mall next door (Tysons Galleria). Heads-up: the widely cited 2.4M number mixes broader site components; Macerich, the owner, reports ~1.85M of retail GLA specifically. It still makes most “largest” lists, but be aware of the measurement difference. 

Good to know: Silver Line Metro stop on-site; heavy weekend footfall from across the DMV.

Website : www.tysonscornercenter.com

 

9) Ala Moana Center — Honolulu, Hawaii

The world's largest mall offers open shopping space. People love it because it feels more like an outing than just shopping inside a mall. The best part about this mall is that it supports local brands. There are many regional brands in these malls, and they are given a fair chance. You can also pick from various options when you decide to dine. All of them are worth trying. Visitors also value it, especially those who come for the performances at Centerstage and Malama Hawaii Markers Market. 

Size: ~2.4M sq ft (owner) • Opened: 1959
Why it’s massive: The world’s largest open-air shopping center, with ocean-breeze walkways and a broad luxury roster (Louis Vuitton, Prada) alongside Target and major anchors.

Good to know: Outdoor layout—bring sun protection; excellent food court (Makino, local spots).

Website: www.alamoanacenter.com/en

 

10) Destiny USA — Syracuse, New York

It's one of the top 10 largest malls in the United States of America. It is a six-story mall that attracts attention all year round from people worldwide. It is also called the biggest mall in New York. You can visit this mall for all purposes. They have the best entertainment and also all the luxury brands. You can also play go-kart there. 

Size: ~2.4M sq ft • Opened: 1990
Why it’s massive: A huge upstate New York complex blending outlet, full-price retail, hotels, and entertainment (WonderWorks, ropes course, IMAX). 

Good to know: Free covered parking; combine with Finger Lakes or Adirondacks trips.

Website: www.destinyusa.com

 

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Practical Tips (from an American shopper to American shoppers)

• “GLA” vs. “Total size” matters. Mall of America’s retail GLA (2.869M) is the apples-to-apples metric. Its total footprint (5.689M) is bigger because it includes hotels and attractions. Several centers market total complex size; we highlight GLA when available so you can compare fairly. 
• Parking: Most of these offer free, multi-level parking (MOA, Destiny USA). Valet is common at South Coast Plaza, Aventura, and The Galleria.
• Transit access: Tysons Corner Center sits on the DC Metro Silver Line; King of Prussia has a dedicated bus transit center; Ala Moana integrates with Honolulu bus lines. 
• Peak times: Weekends/holidays are slammed. For luxury-heavy centers (South Coast, Aventura, Galleria), weekday late mornings are calmer.
• Make a plan: For the mega-malls, use the directory before you park—Del Amo, KOP, and MOA are sprawling; picking the right garage can save 20–30 minutes of walking.
• Attractions require time: MOA and American Dream are “shopping + theme park” destinations. If you’re doing rides or the water park, budget most of a day.

 

References:

• National ranking & many per-mall stats: current List of largest shopping malls in the United States (reflects self-reported owner figures; updated recently). 
• Mall of America GLA vs. total size: official leasing book/fact sheet (2.869M GLA; 5.689M total). 
• South Coast Plaza size: owner press/media pages (≈2.8M sq ft). 
• Del Amo size: Wikipedia page with recent figure and corroborating project profiles (≈2.52M). 
• Tysons size note: national list shows ~2.4M; owner’s leasing profile references ~1.85M GLA—this explains why you’ll see two different numbers online. 
• Ala Moana owner size: Brookfield Properties description (~2.4M).
• King of Prussia size/expansion: recent page + Simon news release and tourism board. 
• Sawgrass/ Roosevelt Field “near misses”: current sizes and ranking positions.