"One of our absolute FAVES in Oahu!!! " Ala Moana Center is hands-down one of our favorite places to visit every time we're in Hawaii . It's the perfect mix of shopping, food, and island vibes -- and the fact that it's open-air makes it even better . Location & Hours: Super convenient and easy to get to, right between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu Most stores are open around 10am-8pm, but restaurant hours vary (some open earlier or close later ). Parking (the BEST part): FREE PARKING!!! Yes -- totally free self-parking with tons of garages all around the mall. There are so many spots, but it does get busy on weekends, so coming earlier is always a good idea . Performances & Entertainment: They often have free live performances like hula dancing and Hawaiian music at the center stage -- such a fun surprise while shopping and a great way to soak in the culture! Best Restaurants & Food: SO many good options Mariposa - great for a sit-down meal Tanaka of Tokyo - always a fun experience Food court - perfect for quick bites Ruscello / CPK - easy and family-friendly Tons of dessert and coffee spots for shopping breaks You could literally eat here all day . Tips & Tricks: Wear comfy shoes -- this place is HUGE Park near the area you plan to shop or eat Come earlier in the day to avoid crowds Make time to just sit, relax, and enjoy the vibe Final Thoughts: Ala Moana Center is always a must-visit for us . Free parking, amazing food, great shopping, and fun performances -- it never disappoints! Whether you're shopping or just strolling, this place always feels like Hawaii . read more

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Ala Moana mall, an easy bus ride or a leisurely walk. Mid connections for vacation trolleys and transportations. Mall would be a perfect 10 if they would restructure the parking lot. Ala Moana mall is open-air, tropical designed that merges modern architecture with koi ponds, and a window to the many high-end shops. 2 food courts, the one on the 2nd floor near Macy's seems slightly less crowded. I enjoyed the onsite live music, which highlights talented young performers. I recently caught "LoveJack", who played his cello. His booming, heartfelt music, vocals truly warmed the atmosphere. read more

Huge mall with something for everyone. Shopping, dining & entertainment. The disconnected parking structures can be annoying. read more

Ala Moana Center: The world's largest open-air shopping center. There are more than 350 shops and restaurants to peruse, including multiple department stores, first-class boutiques, and over 160 dining options. Get your FitBit ready because you can get those steps in easily here. Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Celiné, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Prada, ... And odd ones like The Dodgers Store and Target also exists in this same space. It's a hodge-podge of big brands and random businesses. You can spend hours here easily if you're one who likes to comb through the racks of every store you come across. Heck, you can get 350+ reviews from just being a patron to this mall alone. Have fun, Yelpers. As Carrie Bradshaw says, "Shopping in my cardio." read more

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Confusing layout and there was human feces smeared all over one of the drinking fountains (yes, really). read more

Ala Moana Center - Shopping Centers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

As Oahu's largest shopping mall, Ala Moana Center has always been a place to meet up with friends and family for decades. I actually stopped here that often, years ago, because it started getting a bit too "busy", especially with all the confusing store locations, accessing different split levels, parking areas, and just the overall "halfhazard" nature of the expansion. This all changed when my granddaughter started walking, because it's still a great place to let toddlers run around to explore, and of all the new dining spots to go to. They do have their ongoing issues with maintenance, especially the elevators, escalators, and the issue with water during rainy days like today. I don't remember a time when everything was working, and there wasn't at least one escalator or elevator out of service. Still, it's the place to go for locals and tourists. I love that they still have entertainment happening at Center Stage (even though it's facing the opposite direction from the original), and new generations can start building their own memories, although remembering where I parked is more difficult with all the new levels, lol. read more

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What's not to lava? At 2,270,186 square feet, Ala Moana is thee largest open-air shopping center in the world! What makes it a five-star mall is the free parking, 95% occupancy, million dollar art installations (including a Yayoi Kusama pumpkin), koi ponds, comfy seating area outside the bathrooms, the biggest food court I've ever seen, and a centerstage giving 800 performances a year. Because of its iconic mid-century modern architecture and lush tropical landscaping, Ala Moana has been a frequent backdrop for Hollywood, including both the original and reboots of Hawaii Five-O and Magnum PI, plus White Lotus and LOST. Scenes include Hurley eating three pizzas, multiple close-ups of eyeballs, and Jin mistaking the cat cafe for the food court. Just kidding: just flashbacks of Jin in the Shirojiya store, posing as South Korea (S1:E17). Elvis even appeared there shortly after its 1959 opening. He didn't sing, but if he did, an appropriate mall playlist could have included: Don't Be Kohl's, All Shake Shack Up, (Let Me Be Your) Build-a-Bear, Heartbreak Hot-topic, and A Little Less Conversation (A Little More Gamestop). read more

Ala Moana Center - I made an O Face. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm surprised I haven't already reviewed this place when I've frequented this center most times I've been here in Hawaii. We usually come here because there's a lot of stores we like to enjoy here such as: Dave & Busters, Uniqlo, Foodland, Cat Cafe MOFF, Yeti, etc. just to name a few. They also have a wide variety of food options in the food court as well, so it's nice to meet up with friends and family who have different tastes in food and eat together. This is not our first time here and won't be our last. read more

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Nice mall near Waikiki that we almost always visit when in town. The mall is huge so we often get lost or at least turned around trying to find places. Love that they have free parking in every lot and garage; just don't forget where you parked! Our favorite spots here include the humongous food court, Target, and Foodland. They also have a free hula show daily at 5 pm in the center stage area of the mall. read more

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Ala Moana Center is an outdoor shopping mall in the Waikiki area of Oahu. It's a popular spot for both locals and tourists with four levels and free parking. They have a variety of shops (from local to casual to upscale), grocery stores, restaurants, bars, and a food court. There are multiple grocery stores including the popular Foodland Farms offering a wide variety of fresh poke and sushi. In the middle of the common area there's a stage for live music and the occasional hula show. This open-air mall is spacious with a lot of variety for everyone. read more

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Easy to get to mall, by bus. Love that it has both Nordy and Bloomingdales and other designer stores. Plenty of food places to choose from within the mall. read more

Neiman Marcus Sisley Beauty Presentations were educational and fun! See Monica and the Beauty team to create a routine that meets your personal needs! Check out the selection of new products and the tried and true ones! Worth every penny;) And enjoy your beautiful skin and hair! read more

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This problem with the homeless at the mall needs to be addressed immediately. They continue to hang out behind the mall by Nordstrom (Piikoi Street) and by Foodland. The mess they leave behind is an issue because the mall maintenance workers don't clean up after the homeless. The smell of urine in that is very bad. Mall security needs to patrol the area more and ask the homeless people to leave the premises. read more

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Ala Moana holds a special place in my memories. As a prior reviewer wrote, I also took the bus to the center when I was a child. It has kept up with the times. They have a great selection of stores. Where else can you buy a designer bag, then go to Longs and get some li hing mango? There are many dining options and entertainment too. read more

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This is a large open air mall catering to all your shopping needs. The stores range from high end luxury stores to everyday shopping. The food court is huge and has many food places throughout including a foodland. There are always events happening in the mall that feature local artisans. You can easily spend a day here. read more

Super dope mall first time in Hawaii and it was super nice. A lot of tourists for sure but they have a nice Uniqlo with local store fronts. Staff super friendly and service is reliable make sure you check them out when you're in Hawaii read more

This has to be the best shopping center in Oahu and by far the best food court for any mall I have ever visited. Easy to find parking, great variety of stores, reasonable prices, and friendly staff. Lots of clean restrooms. read more

Huge mostly outdoor mall that has all of the top brands plus local stores. There is a large food court on the first floor. Good place to go if you want some shopping or to beat the heat. read more

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If Valley Fair took a tropical vacation, it'd look a lot like Ala Moana Center. This outdoor mall is clean, vibrant, and full of island charm with palm trees, ocean breezes, and a great mix of shops. You've got everything from Nordstrom and Macy's to Ross, Old Navy, Coach, Target, Foodland, and yes, an ABC Store. There's something for everyone, whether you're after high-end or budget finds. The food court is massive, with local and international favorites. Jamba Juice, Raising Cane's, Happy Lemon, Jollibee, Sbarro, and a wide range of Asian eats make it a foodie paradise. One of my favorite places to explore in Honolulu. Great for shopping, snacking, and soaking up the vibe. read more

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This is my favorite center to go to in Waikiki. the Foodland Farms is exceptional and the bext place to get your poke and all other snacks and meals before hitting the beach and streets of Waikiki. I love going to other restaurants including Liliha Bakery and Signature for happy hour. Especially Wednesday happy hour with the piano guy. Marshalls is fun although Ross is now my favorite go-to for Hawaii themed items before i go back home read more

This is one massive outdoor mall. Located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, you could literally get lost without even trying. The good news for the directionally challenged, like myself, is even if you're trying to find your way back to your starting point, you will likely stumble upon a shop that you weren't looking for but interests you enough to walk right in. They do have plenty of high end shops if that is your thing also. Food shops are strewn throughout the three floors. Being an outdoor mall of this size has its benefits but the one drawback is weather can put a damper on your shop till you drop outing. Parking seems plentiful and there are easy rideshare pickup and drop off spots. read more

I have been here so many times over the years, it's finally time a drop some love for the Ala Moana Center. I always visit when here I'm in the Waikiki area, which is about a 10 minute drive to get here. This mall is massive and has pretty much all of the designer, high end shops and useful shops you may be looking for. You can get your steps in by just browsing from store to store and level to level. Like I said, this place is huge and you could spend most all day here, of course if you're a shopper like me. I like how it is outdoors but also has plenty of shaded areas. It can get hot here. Generally, the mall is well kept up and clean all around. This is a no brainer to recommend first if you're looking to do some shopping, all in one mall. read more

Nice outdoor mall. It is huge. My sisters and I came here during our visit in Hawaii. When we travel, we like to checkout at least one mall. Lots of different shops and a huge food court. There were live performances while we were there. This is also a supermarket by the parking garage. Parking is free. read more

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Free parking (huge plus) and free daily hula show at 5pm! It's a nice outdoor mall with a weird layout though. Like it has lots of random parts that branch off. They have all the overpriced bougie stores in the main walkway, but it you go towards the sides you'll find stores with more affordable prices. read more

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Really nice mall. It has plenty of food options. Additionally, they have hula dance throughout the week for free. The only thing that got to my nerves was the parking area. It was kind of messy. read more

I absolutely love Ala Moana Center! Fun fact: it's the world's largest open-air shopping center, and with over 350 shops, it really has something for everyone. Whether you're a dedicated shopper or just looking for a fun day out, this place won't disappoint. Over the years, I've come to appreciate not only the shopping but also the extra touches that make Ala Moana so unique. There are two food courts--one on the ground level and a smaller one near Macy's on the second level--both offering a fantastic array of options. On the ground floor, you can grab everything from fast food and pizza to Asian cuisine, smoothies, and even healthy alternatives. I love wandering around and sometimes even snag a sample from one of the food vendors! What really sets Ala Moana apart, though, is the experience. There are koi ponds, photo ops, and even an arcade area to keep you entertained. They host in-store demos, classes, and a variety of live performances on the center stage, which always adds an exciting vibe to the atmosphere. The mall is organized into three levels that cater to different tastes. For instance, I find the ground level perfect for souvenir shopping and enjoying the food court (plus there's a Foodlands right there for everyday needs). The second level is home to higher-end and luxury stores like Lululemon and the Apple Store, while the third level is geared toward a younger crowd with shops like Windsor, PacSun, and Abercrombie & Fitch, along with some great late-night dining options like Lucky Strike and Buffalo Wild Wings. There's even a Target on site! One of my favorite things is how the space blends indoor comfort with an outdoor feel--local music, lush palm trees, and that open-air design really create a relaxed, inviting ambiance. And parking? They've got a huge multi-level garage surrounding the center, so even during busy times, you usually find a spot. But the best part of all? The staff. Every store I've visited has had friendly, reliable customer service that makes you feel truly welcome--it's like a little slice of paradise in the middle of Honolulu. Rain or shine it's a great destination to check out. Whether you're shopping till you drop or just enjoying a leisurely day out, Ala Moana Center is a must-visit destination. read more

Ala Moana Center - Koi pond on the second floor of Ala Moana Center - Shopping Centers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This outdoor shopping center has been a nostalgic place for me growing up because when my father was stationed here in Oahu - My mom would take me and my siblings here with riding The Bus and spend some time here. My mom at the time in the beginning of my dad being stationed here she was a SAHM for 4 kids. So she had plenty of time to take her kids around and sight see Hawaii. So riding the bus here we would take the bus and and sight see the mall and she introduced us to Panda Express at the food court at the time. So eating Panda Express was also nostalgic for me. Growing up this mall was a huge outdoor shopping center. Its a beautiful shopping center. It has many stores and food places and a huge food court. They also have a stage where hula dancers or polynesian dancers perform. This is located on the ground level. This is entertaining because it showcases polynesian and hawaiian culture well. Seating is limited here when dancers do perform. So come early to get good seating or you will end up standing watching performers perform. So back to the recent visit - This mall expanded and is BIGGER. They have more than 1 food court and added more stores and restaurants. They added residential condominiums above level and from what I was informed - These condos are about $2 million each unit I guess depending on what type of condo you have. Since its an outdoor shopping mall - Of course temps matter when you stroll. But this day the weather was not that bad - It was tolerable. The parking garage surrounding this mall is huge and spread out you can get easily lost - So just be mindful. Across the street is the Ala Moana park. This park is one of the good choices to watch Friday night Fireworks. A few homeless stay there at that park as well. This mall is pretty busy especially for tourists, You may notice they offer a good amount of Japanese stores in here - Hawaii has a lot of Japanese residents and also businesses that are owned by Japanese. The food court here carry a large variety of options. The prices can vary from being cheap to pricey - Remember you are in Hawaii. I have good fond memories with my mom taking us here buying us panda express and Ice cream cones. We didn't really shop much here. Her taking us here with The Bus gave me great appreciation of using public transportation and also being grateful that just a simple trip to a shopping mall can create fond memories as a child. read more

A great place to hang out and just relax. There are many different ways to shop and products to scoured through. Services really depends on the store, though they're all excellent. read more

Ala Moana Center - Photographer taking a photo of himself holding a Chase plush from the TV series Paw Patrol. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I find Ala Moana Center a pretty safe location to go walking. But please do not walk here too early in the morning or one hour after the stores close. There are three or more levels to walk. The street level is safe during daylight hours. The mall level has more foot traffic so it's pretty safe to walk here during store hours. The top level is designed a bit awkward for walking as there are many bends and curves on the top level. Usually there are quite a few people, elders, retirees, young ones and employees on the mall level. Lower levels are okay but go with a walking buddy. Lots of window shopping and if you need a quick cool down, walk into a store. Pick up a beverage or snack at one of the many food courts. Many public and store restrooms are available at AMC. Keep on walking everyone. Just do it safely. read more

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Ala Moana Center is the largest open air outdoor shopping mall! When I was younger, I never saw the attraction to coming here. But, as I got older, I learned to appreciate and understood why so many people like to shop here! This mall has 4 levels of shops, restaurants, etc. It's a great place to bring your family or meet up with friends and spend a day here. They are anchored by some big brands here like "Bloomingdale's, Macy's, Marshalls, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Ross Dress for Less, Saks Off 5th, and Target". read more

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This mall is hella big. It has just about every store you need. There are also many, many restaurants in addition to their food court. Parking is free also. We always try to visit this mall at least once when we visit Oahu because there are always new restaurants here. There are luxury stores (not my style) but there are affordable stores too (like Uniqlo and Target, lol). read more

Ala Moana Center is one of the largest malls around in North America, and it certainly stands up to that billing. It's located away from the Waikiki area, and will require driving or an uber to get to this location. It's a very large open air shopping mall, which you can't even see the end of the mall from one side to the other, so that just gives you an idea of how big this mall really is. It's large enough that the two different sides of this mall, each side is probably still larger than most malls you've been to. There's a variety of things here, from various food courts located within on both ends of this mall, to the wide variety of shopping options from clothing, to fun stuff, to random leisure spots around, it's got basically everything besides a beach that is. There are two floors, kind of, for this mall. Some areas of this mall have two floors of shopping, while the other parts are just the parking areas mostly, or smaller store fronts that are just on the outside with random shops here and there. The driving and parking here however is, chaotic, slow, and frustrating. For a shopping mall this large I feel one could have done a better job designing how the traffic flows here, but it is what it is. Parking here also is not easy during peak times, and you maybe circling around for awhile before you find a spot. But the open air shopping is really what makes this a fun shopping experience, especially since this place basically has everything you want from a mall, even an escape room! I would definitely pay a visit here, especially if you have no other particular plans, to come down to Ala Moana Center for some shopping, food, and fun. read more

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Wonderful outdoor mall with super convenient shopping experience and great location only 10 minutes' drive from Waikiki. I can say that the mall has everything we need, plenty of parking and easy access to another floors and stores. read more

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Huge mall! We've been here several times and still haven't see it all. Love the indoor outdoor setting. Massive food court, there is something for everyone. read more

Awesome place to visit if you're a tourist and your first time here in Oahu! My family and I stopped by here twice during our stay. There are PLENTY of things to see and do here. Lots of shopping to have had and food to eat. Their food court is large but there's also a lot of food shops around the entire mall. If you're a tourist, I highly recommending stopping by here and looking around. You'll spend a lot of time here and it's also the largest open air mall! read more

If you have some time or want to get some shopping done in Honolulu, this is the place to do it. Ala Moana Center has it all and then some! Over the years I have finally completed the enter mall only to discover the new Target followed by a trip to the Lanai. Always a good time and a short trip to the beach too. Remember to check out the businesses on the outskirts too like Fitted, Tattoo Hawaii and Teapresso! read more

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Cute little open-ceiling mall in Ala Moana, conveniently splat right next to our hotel. My friend and I did struggle to get in, especially since the place is wrapped in a maze of parking lots and it's huge. Without a car, navigating your way inside as a tourist can be a bit of a hike. One star off for that. Definitely way more convenient if you're driving. Once inside, though, it's pretty impressive. You've got your luxury heavy-hitters like Tesla mixed in with regular mall staples. True to standard mall form, there's a food court -- but this one feels a little elevated (maybe that's just Hawaii flexing). We found some gems, like Musubi Cafe. I internally screamed when I saw the menu. Tons of seating and it wasn't too crowded either time we visited. Bonus: restrooms are tucked in the corner of the food court and easy to find. Outside the mall, though, things were a little sketchier. There were some individuals experiencing homelessness in the parking lot area. The air smelled kind of off in certain spots, and we had a couple unsettling encounters -- one man kept biking in circles nearby, and another older woman stood silently, visibly shaking. Nothing happened, but it definitely gave us pause and made the entrance feel less safe and welcoming. Also, one time I wandered down an elevator thinking it was the exit. Ended up in a series of ancient, dim hallways with exit signs pointing in different directions. The more I walked, the more hallways there were with no visible exit -- very much "turn around before this becomes a horror game" vibes. read more

As a SF resident who is 'a shopper through and through'.... this is a great mall. In the past I would have rated 4 stars, but with the max exodus occurring in my home area....I truly appreciate the variety & quality of the stores offered. This mall is huge. It's layers of levels, I'd say like an octopus with the food court middle. There is lots of parking, but can be a bit confusing. I spent most of a day there and still didn't see it all. It's funny because I didn't think I was getting too adventurous, but I did get a bit lost. When I went to the information desk, they dusky know either, but they were very nice and suggested other people to ask. Anyway, it was a good shopping day, in the heat, with icee treats throughout the mall. À few entertainment spots, many Japanese stores (love them..orderly, clean & helpful), all the name brand designers, a few misc personal stores, bowling, arcade, etc. Overall, great mall... with a slightly challenging parking. read more

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3:30pm Monday Found parking near Auntie Anne's pretzels, very quickly. Guest services is located ground floor under the excalators /stairs, mauka of Makai Market. Use the auto door opener with the back of your hand. Touch nothing when conducting transaction. Purchased a $200 gift card for $205. The $5 is a service fee. Ala Moana gift cards are good for 8 years. Each gift card comes with a card information pamphlet. (The card is an Amex gift card.) Guest services offers complimentary gift wrapping of up to 3 items/day. Items must be purchased same day. Staff are very friendly, helpful, courteous and knowledgeable. read more

We walked 3 miles today to this huge monstrosity of a mall called Ala Moana. This sucker is a four story mall that is 3-4 city blocks long and wide. It boasts OVER 350 shops! So, the attraction here was this huge mall itself. The food court alone covered the area of at least a football field. This cavernous feeling establishment just blew us away, there was simply not enough time to even explore just the first floor here. Over 350 shops, trying to wrap my head around that. It turns out that this is the eighth largest shopping mall in the US.... There are larger ones? Woof... We stopped in at a small shop called Teapresso. Highly caffeinated delicious cold drinks! After walking three miles in the Honolulu heat, this was the break we needed to cool off, rehydrate and get ramped up on some caffeine. All the shops we did visit were very welcoming with many handing out free samples of chocolates, biscuits and other tasty items. read more

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