South Dade is known for its farmland and exotic fruit and vegetable groves, but it’s also a burgeoning cultural destination with good restaurants, art and entertainment. When it comes to shopping, South Dade has it all, whether you enjoy finding vintage goods at rare boutiques or picking up your favorite brands at big-name retailers. See what we mean when you treat yourself to a South Dade shopping spree.

Cauley Shop — Visit the boutique shops at historic Cauley Square

Cauley Square Historic Village

See Old South Florida at its best when you visit Cauley Square Historic Village. The humble beginnings of this historic gem started in the early 1900s, when William Cauley opened a shipping operation along the Florida East Coast Railway extension. At the center of it all was an office building and warehouse, surrounded by wooden houses and a saloon. Today, that two-story office building is the main building in Cauley Square and the homes around it have since been transformed into more than 10 acres of boutique shops, art galleries, picturesque gardens, fountains, restaurants, wellness spas and even a small chapel.

Shoppers will find items and experiences they won’t find anywhere else. They can shop for vintage home décor at Jimmy’s Bright Ideas, art at Dora Gabay Studio, exotic birds and bird feed at Aviary Bird Shop, kitchen items at Karol’s Antiques, good reads at Sweet Haven Books, and pure fragrances and skincare products at Therapia by Aroma. Step back in time at The Tea Room Restaurant, which opened in 1979 and serves high tea, brunch and dessert in a charming, Victorian-style tea house. Then feed your mind, body and soul when you take a yoga class at Tree of Life Holistic, try a painting class at The Children’s Art, or feel the healing properties of a natural salt cave at Esmeralda's Salty Air Retreat.

Dadeland Mall

With so many stores and restaurants to choose from, Dadeland Mall is a fun place to shop, eat and play. Its 185 shops are anchored by Florida's largest Macy’s, Macy’s Home Gallery & Kids, Saks Fifth Avenue and JCPenney, and include popular fashion retailers such as Free People, Zara, Urban Outfitters, Victoria's Secret, Gap, a two-story Express, Stuart Weitzman, Michael Kors, Banana Republic and Everything But Water. Get lunch at Earls Kitchen + Bar, North Italia, CVI.CHE 105, Cheesecake Factory or Cantina Catrina, and then continue your shopping adventure at the Apple flagship or specialty stores like Tesla and Designer Looks Furniture. Cap off your day with an all-you-can-eat steak dinner at Texas de Brazil, and then crawl into bed in a happy food coma at the AC Hotel Miami Dadeland.

Falls exterior — Shop in an open-air mall surrounded by waterfalls

The Falls

With its lush surroundings, kid-friendly activities and more than 100 stores and restaurants, a day at The Falls is fun for the whole family. At this open-air mall, shoppers can stroll under covered walkways and take in the swaying palms, bubbling brooks, waterfalls and small bridges dotted throughout. There are plenty of stores for trendsetters, including Macy’s, White House Black Market, Victoria’s Secret, Coach and more. Teenagers will pop into Francesca’s, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Express and, of course, Apple, while young kids will want to go to American Girl, Build-A-Bear Workshop or the Adventure Kids play area.

Once your shopping bags are full, see a movie at Regal Cinema or get a bite to eat at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, Longhorn Steakhouse, Bulla Gastrobar, Shake Shack, Sokai Sushi Bar, Häagen-Dazs and more. Exciting additions are coming to The Falls in late 2022 and 2023, including Naked Taco, True Food Kitchen, Timebox Escape and a luxury fitness facility with all the amenities of a trendy resort, including a pool and outdoor beach club.

Woman Shopping — Find shops, restaurants, a movie theater & a gym at Southland Mall

Southland Mall

When you’re in or around Cutler Bay, spend an afternoon at Southland Mall and enjoy some of your favorite stores, entertainment and restaurants. This mall has nearly 100 retailers, starting with anchor stores such as Macy’s and JCPenney, as well as DSW, Bath & Body Works, The Children’s Place, Old Navy, Foot Locker, TJ Maxx and more. Catch the latest flick at the onsite Regal Cinema, run on the treadmill at L.A. Fitness or fill your belly with comfort food at Applebee’s, Moon Thai or Buffalo Wild Wings. Parents of young children will love the Kid’s Club at Southland Mall, which is free to join and hosts giveaways, monthly in-person events, hands-on learning activities, book readings and entertainment for kids ages 10 years old and under.

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