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Gilroy Premium Outlets
★4.3(10,442 reviews)FreeShopping
🕑 2-4 hours depending on shopping needs👶 Best for all ages. Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy the play areas and open-air layout for stroller navigation, while older kids and teens appreciate shopping for their own clothes at brands like Nike, Carter's, and Gap at great prices.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Gilroy Premium Outlets offers a surprisingly family-friendly shopping experience with over 145 brand-name stores at discount prices, making it perfect for parents who need to stock up on kids' clothing, shoes, and gear without breaking the bank. The outdoor layout includes play areas where kids can burn energy between stores, plus a food court and dining options that make it easy to refuel during your shopping trip.
Highlights
- ✓Outdoor play areas where kids can take breaks from shopping
- ✓Wide walking paths perfect for strollers and active toddlers
- ✓Major kids' brands like Carter's, OshKosh, Nike, Gap Kids, and The Children's Place
- ✓Food court with multiple options to satisfy picky eaters
- ✓Year-round outlet prices on name-brand children's clothing and shoes
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right when doors open at 10 AM on weekdays to avoid crowds and snag the closest parking spots near the play areas
- 2.Download the Simon Outlets app for exclusive coupons and to create a store map of your must-visit shops to save time with restless kids
- 3.Bring a stroller even for older kids who can walk,the outlet spans a large area and little legs tire quickly
- 4.Pack sunscreen and hats for sunny days since this is an outdoor mall with limited shade in some sections
- 5.Hit the Carter's, OshKosh, and Children's Place stores first for the best selection of kids' clothing deals
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (Monday-Thursday from 10 AM-12 PM) offer the least crowds and easiest navigation with strollers. Avoid weekends and holiday periods when the outlet gets extremely busy with shoppers from the Bay Area.
What to Know
Free parking is available throughout the property. The food court offers kid-friendly options, and restrooms are conveniently located throughout the center with family facilities available.
Seasonal Notes
Summer visits can be hot since it's an outdoor mall,plan morning or evening shopping. Back-to-school season (July-August) offers extra deals but brings larger crowds. Holiday shopping season features extended hours and special promotions but expect peak crowds.
Nearby Eats
Gilroy Grill nearby offers family-friendly American fare with a kids' menu, or head to In-N-Out Burger just minutes away for a quick, affordable meal kids love before or after shopping.
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