4 amazing shopping outlet malls near Vancouver you need to go to for deals this season
Time for some holiday shopping!
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Vancouver. Right: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet during the holidays.
While it's the most wonderful time of the year, it can also be stressful when it comes to holiday shopping and spending serious money. The outlet malls in and around Vancouver though can help cut down on the spending though, so it's worth making the trip.
Maybe you want to get a good deal on gifts, or maybe you want a little gift for yourself — either way, it's never a bad idea to hunt down a deal.
You don't have to drive too far from the city to reach these shopping outlet malls, and it makes for a fun weekend activity away from downtown. Plus, it's worth it for the savings.
Get your bags ready, because these four outlet malls and stores are places you'll want to head to for all your shopping needs.
The Shops at Morgan Crossing
Distance from Vancouver: About 45 minutes
Stores: Levi's, Gap, Lululemon and more
Why You Need To Go: This outlet mall in Surrey is an outdoor shopping mall with over 60 shops for you to visit. There is also an outdoor courtyard.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet
Distance from Vancouver: 25 min
Stores: Tory Burch, Aritzia, Armani, Coach, Jimy Choo, Kate Spade, Karl Lagerfeld, Levi's, Michael Jors, and more.
Why You Need To Go: This outlet mall near the YVR airport has up to 70% off designer brands. Easily accessible by Sky Train, the McArthurGlen Designer Outlets is an outdoor mall with an open-air village style to it.
It's perfect for anyone wanting brand-name items, but not ready to pay full price.
Seattle Premium Outlets
Distance from Vancouver: About 2 hours
Stores: Tommy Hilfiger, Coach Outlet, Adidas, Michael Kors, Burberry, Tory Burch, and more.
Why You Need To Go: You can get some serious discounts on designer and name brands every day at Seattle Premium Outlets, with their 125+ stores. It makes the perfect destination for a cross-border road trip this season.
Tsawwassen Mills
Distance from Vancouver: About 30 minutes
Stores: Aldo Outlet, Coach Outlet, Kate Spade New York Outlet, Lululemon Outlet, Saks Off 5th, and more.
Why You Need To Go: Tsawwassen Mills is around an hour from Vancouver and has a bunch of different outlet stores, as well as other popular shops like Aritzia.
This article has been updated since it was originally published on September 13, 2016.