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The Great Mall of the Bay Area

447 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA
1-408-956-2033
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Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Milpitas
Type: Factory Outlets, Shopping centres
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Owner description: The largest enclosed outlet mall in Northern California, this complex offers more than 180 outlet stores plus full-service restaurants, a food court,... more » Owner description: The largest enclosed outlet mall in Northern California, this complex offers more than 180 outlet stores plus full-service restaurants, a food court, entertainment venues and special events. « less
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Milpitas, California
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122 reviews 122 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

The stores in this mall tend to be the stores most people buy things from, as opposed to Santana Row where you mostly look. The Great mall seems to have good occupancy too, most of the places are occupied,. It can get busy on the weekends, especially around holidays like Christmas and Black Friday, but is manageable. My favorite stores... More

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California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

During the weekday late afternoon I looked in mostly all stores and seen discount prices on a few items. The place was so packed on the weekend and no parking, cars waited in line from the surrounding streets. For what was there, I just didn't get it. Maybe it was a good place to hang out, bragging rights to say... More

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San Francisco, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Pros - Many shops and it is indoors; on rainy days, you're well protected. Arrive early since parking can be a hassle...mid-afternoon, it's a pain just getting into the parking lot. Know your prices. There is a theater which adds to the parking problem. Food Court has lots of options, but again, eat off schedule so you avoid the lines... More

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Fremont, California
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

The Great Mall of the Bay Area is good, but not great. There is plenty of food to eat and typical stores to shop in, but nothing great. It in no way compares to the Great Mall of America. It is just a big old Ford factory that was rebuilt and converted into a mall. It is a multi-cultural mix... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

This is an average outlet where you find deals. The best part is the A&F outlet store that you don't see very often in the US.

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

Well worth a visit - huge indoor outlet Mall, closer to SF for us than the other outlets that have a good amount of shops i.e. Gilroy (approx 145 shops) and Vacaville (approx 120 shops) - still went to them too - well can never shop too much!!!!!!

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Mountain View, California, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

This place is a one-stop-shop for all my shopping needs. You will find almost everything you need right from clothes, shoes, perfume, etc. They have a cool food-court that has good food. Its a shopping day-out :-)

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

The Silicon Valley full with companies. If you come for business you can benefit from the Hilton Corporation Milpitas Hilton Garden inn, located in a central area , two minutes from the main road. There is also a fitness center and pool. Not cheap (over $ 200) July night - without breakfast (more than 14-15 dollars per person). If you... More

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Santa Clara, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

They keep adding the stores! So it must be doing well. I think there are some organized tours coming here too. At this rate, there's no point to drive all the way to Gilroy. And the light rail comes here too. My fav is Marshalls cos I can find good stuff there. There's also Coach and Banana Republic and J.... More

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San Diego, California
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

Lots of selections for shopping! A must see for the family! It is the only mall that I have been that has outlet stores. Prices are also great! Lots of bargains. A&F outlet store is the great!

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