Bring the whole family out for a day of shopping at the Birmingham Principal Shopping District. This suburban shopping center is designed to make shopping a pleasant experience. Most notably, pedestrians do not have to compete with traffic, like they do inside Detroit. Experience a combination of favorite national chains alongside local antique stores, art galleries and boutiques.
Support local business by shopping at the Detroit Eastern Market, one of the oldest farmers' markets in the state. This Motown staple has served as the city’s main open-air market since 1891. Nose through the hundreds of stalls in this six-block area and see what over 250 independent vendors and merchants have for sale.
Shop at the super-regional Fairlane Town Center for a great mixture of vendors and a variety of choices, all located within a contemporary, suburban setting. Anchored by Macy's, JCPenney, Sears and a new restaurant plaza, this three-story enclosed mall features over 160 stores and restaurants as well as a movie theater that all combine to create a great shopping experience.
As you stand at the base of the GM Renaissance Center, you can’t help but feel a little overwhelmed. These seven interlocked skyscrapers, nicknamed the Ren Cen, are the tallest buildings in the state. In addition to serving as General Motors’ world headquarters, this spectacular complex also houses the tallest all-hotel skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere, a shopping center, restaurants, private clubs, banks, offices, a four-screen movie theater and other Detroit attractions.
Shop, dine and go to the movies all in one place at the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in the Detroit suburb of Auburn Hills. This super-regional shopping mall features a whopping nine anchor stores, including Burlington Coat Factory, Neiman Marcus Last Call, and Off 5th. Find the best deals on popular retail brands in Michigan right here!
The famous Greektown sprawls near the downtown area and is widely regarded as one of the best spots in the city for entertainment and dining. While you are filling your tummy, however, you should take some time to also fill your shopping bags. Check out the excellent specialty stores, boutiques and ethnic retail shops along Monroe Avenue and Trapper’s Alley!
Music lovers won’t want to miss Hello Records. This fun and funky store runs on some odd hours, from 12-6PM Thursday through Monday and 12-4 on Sunday. Stop by during these times to check out their awesome collection of classic vinyl albums (LPs, 45s and 78s), as well as an eclectic selection of CDs from every musical genre.
Located at the bottom floor of Detroit’s most historic retail buildings, Merchants Row is part of the 157-loft apartment on Woodward. This hip and trendy complex features 40,000-square-feet of stores and shops. The former site of the Woolworth Department Store, this building is now the home of Hudson Café, Inside Detroit, Studio Couture and the Woodhouse Day Spa, among others.
Show your support for Motown at Pure Detroit, a multi-faceted company in the Fisher Building Lobby dedicated to all things Motor City-themed. With two other locations in the GM Renaissance Building and the Guardian Building Lobby, this community driven venue not only sells unique merchandise but also uses its influence to amp up the city’s culture and vitality through concert series, book readings, art exhibits and more.
Indulge in some upscale shopping at The Village of Rochester Hills, the lifestyle center on the northern outskirts of metropolitan Detroit. Anchored by a Whole Foods Market and Parisian, this high-end retail center specializes in quality merchandise and luxury items. You’re sure to find that perfect item as you search through over 50 stores that occupy the center.
Located in the Novi suburb, Twelve Oaks offers residents and visitors over 180 stores to look through. As you explore this super-regional shopping mall, anchored by JCPenney, Sears, Nordstrom Macy’s and Lord & Taylor, you’ll find plenty of popular labels and national stores, as well as a wide range of restaurants and sweet shops.