The Mills at Jersey Gardens

The Mills at Jersey Gardens is a large indoor shopping mall in New Jersey. If you’re planning a big shopping spree, there are a few options available to you while in New York, and the Jersey Garden mall is one of them. The Mills at Jersey Gardens is a smaller indoor mall, near New York, that also offers over 200 shops all under the same roof. There are regular shops and outlet shops. Both the mall and the outlet are easy to reach from Manhattan.

Eric's Index

1 The Mills at Jersey Gardens
- 1.1 Jersey Gardens vs Woodbury Common
2 How to get to Jersey Gardens Mall
- 2.1 Practical Information
3 FAQ

The Mills at Jersey Gardens

Jersey Gardens is not strictly an outlet mall, though it has a number of outlet shops. However, it does offer a good selection of stores and even has a cinema, so if your travel companion doesn’t like shopping, they can go to the movies while you shop through the mall. A win-win if you ask me.

At the Jersey Garden shopping mall, you’ll find various high-street stores but also department stores like Bloomingdale’s and Saks OFF 5th. Get souvenirs from the Disney Outlet or the Crocs Store. Or stock up on the latest fashion at the Banana Republic, Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria’s Secret, Tommy Hilfiger and Nike, among many more.

Upon arrival, first head to the Guest Services Booth to find out all the latest discounts. You can also pick up a detailed map of the mall so you won’t miss any stores.

Eric’s Tip: “If you’re thinking of buying electronics, you’ll be happy to know that the tax on electronics at Jersey Gardens is only 3.3% which is half of the regular 6.6% sales tax in New Jersey. Also, there’s no tax on clothing.”

Jersey Gardens vs Woodbury Common

If you’re looking to go outlet shopping in New York, you have a few options. Woodbury Common is my favourite. It’s a great outdoor outlet where you can shop for discounted designer products in over 200 shops. stores. However, if you prefer an indoor experience and want to combine outlet stores with regular shops, Jersey Gardens is a good alternative.

How to get to Jersey Gardens Mall

The buses that bring you to The Mills at Jersey Gardens leave from Port Authority on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. They are run by New Jersey Transit, and you can purchase tickets from a vending machine or through the NJ Transit App. Buy an NJ bus ticket that allows you to travel zone 5.

You can take bus number 111 or 115 to Jersey Gardens – Main Entrance bus stop. The bus from Port Authority to Jersey Gardens mall will take about 30-45 minutes. Expect a longer ride home because of the traffic.

Or take a Lyft.

Eric’s Tip: “When you’re ready to go back to New York, make sure to wait for the bus outside at the bus stop. The bus fills up fast, so you want to be at the bus stop 10-15 minutes before it leaves.”

Practical Information

Location: 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth in New Jersey
Opening hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Sunday: 11:00 – 19:00
Accessibility: The mall is wheelchair accessible

FAQ

If you're looking for good outlet shopping, I recommend Woodbury Common. But if the weather is bad or you would prefer an indoor shopping spree, Jersey Gardens is a good alternative.

The Mills at Jersey Gardens offers a mix of regular shops and outlet stores. If you'll mainly visit the outlet stores, shopping here is definitely cheaper than in Manhattan. Also, the taxes are lower than in New York, which will save you some money.

Jersey Gardens has some of the top outlet stores around, including Saks OFF 5th, as well as many regular shops, such as Crocs Store and Victoria’s Secret.