Alton Square Mall
What Alton Square Mall lacks in shopping, it makes up for in books. Alton Square Mall is the only mall in the St. Louis metro area that is home to a library: the Hayner Public Library at Alton Square. Stores include JCPenney and Ross. The mall is also home to Olga's Kitchen and Santino's Steak & Pasta House. Alton Square Mall is located at 200 Alton Square, Alton, IL.
Chesterfield Mall
Chesterfield Mall offers a few unique spots, like St. Louis Teachers' Recycle Center, St. Louis Sports Co. and the Interactive STEM Studio: A Maryville Science and Robotics Pop-up, as well as The Cheesecake Factory. Chesterfield Mall is located at 291 Chesterfield Mall, Chesterfield, MO.
Mid Rivers Mall
Located in the heart of St. Charles County, Mid Rivers Mall is a standard shopping destination for families. With lots of amenities, families will feel comfortable toting their little ones with them while they shop. Older kids have plenty of mall activities, including shopping and movies, to keep them entertained. Stores include Dick's Sporting Goods, JCPenney, Macy's, H&M and Windsor. The mall also features a Marcus Theatre 14 Cine and family lounges. Dining options include food court fare. Mid Rivers Mall is located at 1600 Mid Rivers Mall Dr., St. Peters, MO.
Plaza Frontenac
Plaza Frontenac is known for providing the most exquisite, high-end shopping experience in the St. Louis metro area. It simply doesn't get more upscale than Plaza Frontenac. Plaza Frontenac has more to offer older kids than younger — designer jeans, handbags and shoes. Stores include Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Athleta, Louis Vuitton, Lululemon, Madewell, Vineyard Vines, Pottery Barn Kids and Tory Burch. The Plaza offers independent films at its onsite theater, Landmark Plaza Frontenac Cinema, as well as concierge services and family lounges. Though Plaza Frontenac is food-court free, the sit-down dining options more than make up for it, with choices like Mariposa (inside Neiman Marcus) or Canyon Cafe. Plaza Frontenac is located at 1701 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO.
Saint Louis Galleria
The Saint Louis Galleria offers a shopping experience full of unique retailers, including Build-A-Bear and Anthropologie. A movie theater and lots of dining options round out the mall's offerings. Other stores include Dillard's, Macy's, Nordstrom, The North Face, Tommy Bahama, Urban Outfitters and Vera Bradley. The Galleria also offers family bathrooms, a nursing lounge, and dining options including sit-down restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, and Nordstrom Cafe Bistro, as well as less traditional food court choices. Saint Louis Galleria is located at 1155 Saint Louis Galleria, St. Louis, MO.
South County Center
A South St. Louis County institution, South County Center offers Dillard's, JCPenney and Macy’s, as well as BoxLunch, Forever 21 and American Eagle. Other amenities a family lounge, Buffalo Wild Wings, Qdoba and other fast-food dining. South County Center is located at 18 South County Center Way, St. Louis, MO.
St. Clair Square
With big-name department and specialty stores, St. Clair Square is the go-to mall in the metro east. Stores include JCPenney, Macy's and Cardinals Clubhouse. The mall also offers a food court dining and nearby seated options like Red Robin Gourmet Burgers. St. Clair Square is located at 134 St. Clair Square, Fairview Heights, IL.
St. Louis Premium Outlets
St. Louis Premium Outlets is home to a variety of family favorites, including Adidas, Coach, Columbia Sportswear, Finish Line, Kate Spade, Loft Outlet, Nike Store, Reebok, UGG, Vera Bradley, Tommy Hilfiger and Under Armour. The mall also offers a small shaded kids’ play area, nursing lounges and family bathrooms, a few food court dining options and an onsite coffee stand. The mall is located in close proximity to several larger chain restaurants in Chesterfield Valley. St. Louis Premium Outlets is located at 18521 Outlet Blvd., Chesterfield, MO.
The District at Chesterfield
Once an outlet mall, The District at Chesterfield has transformed into a dining, shopping and entertainment destination, featuring bowling, laser tag, an arcade, a concert venue and more. The District at Chesterfield is located at 17057 N. Outer Forty Rd., Chesterfield, MO.
The Meadows
An upscale and alfresco mall, The Meadows has shops, restaurants and beautiful landscaping along pedestrian walkways. It's also home to the only Von Maur department store in Missouri and a host to seasonal family events, including a farmers' market. Other stores include Old Navy and Bath & Body Works. Amenities include LittleBits Gym, Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery and dining at Prado's and BC’s Kitchen. The Meadows is located at 20 Meadows Circle Dr., Suite 224, Lake Saint Louis, MO.
West County Center
Kids will love checking out the LEGO store. Other retailers include Barnes & Noble, Dick's Sporting Goods, JCPenney, Macy’s, Luluemon, and Sweet & Sassy. The mall offers nursing lounges, family bathrooms, and sit-down restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, J. Gilbert's and Nordstrom's Cafe Bistro. West County Center also offers options for fast-food junkies. West County Center is located at 80 West County Center, Des Peres, MO.
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