Aventura Mall Voted Best Mall by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
AVENTURA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Aventura Mall, South Florida's most iconic and beloved destination, has been voted the Best Mall in America by the and nationwide USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. This strengthens Aventura Mall's position as the premier shopping center in the nation.
The 10Best Readers' Choice Awards celebrate the best in travel and lifestyle across the United States. Nominees are selected by a panel of experts and then ranked based on votes from the public. Aventura Mall was one of only 20 malls selected nationwide, and the only South Florida mall to be nominated.
'This award is a testament to Aventura Mall teams' and tenants' unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our guests,' said Jackie Soffer, Chairman and CEO of Turnberry, owner of Aventura Mall. 'We take great pride in Aventura Mall's continued position as the best mall for iconic brands and first-to-market experiences, helping define South Florida's place on the national and international stage.'
Aventura Mall's national appeal stems from its commitment to reflect and set cultural and retail trends. As brands reimagine expansion strategies, Aventura Mall has emerged as a strategic first-to-market location for national firsts such as Massimo Dutti and the Florida debuts of Eataly, SKIMS, and Rivian. These additions align with broader consumer shifts toward innovation and immersive brand experiences.
Strategically located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Aventura Mall draws a diverse, global audience ranging from international tourists to Gen Z and Millennial locals and tourists. With more than 300 retailers, a robust lineup of more than 50+ eateries and chef-driven restaurants, and a signature cultural programming–including the acclaimed ARTS Aventura Mall collection–Aventura Mall has become a must-visit for brands and consumers alike.
The win comes at a time of continued momentum for Aventura Mall, marked by a wave of first-to-Florida brand openings and high-profile arrivals. Eataly now brings immersive Italian culinary experiences to the Nordstrom wing with its debut Florida location, while Tecovas introduces its signature handcrafted Western boots and leather goods to the region. These openings join an impressive roster of brands making their Florida debut at Aventura Mall — including SKIMS, Rivian, Ralph's Coffee, Charlotte Tilbury, Cinq à Sept, Ferrari, Hive & Colony, Karma & Luck, Kurt Geiger, Ladurée, MZ Wallace, Philipp Plein, Bond No. 9, Toku, and Trudon — with more to come, such as Tissot. Together, these additions further Aventura Mall's position as the premier destination for iconic brands and experiences.
To learn more about Aventura Mall, visit https://aventuramall.com.
ABOUT AVENTURA MALL: Voted the Best Mall by USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, Aventura Mall continues to set the standard as the premier shopping destination in Miami and South Florida—and one of the top shopping centers in the U.S. Anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's, the center is highlighted by a mix of over 300 stores, from luxury fashion brands to shopper favorites, including the largest Apple store in Florida, the first Eataly in Florida, SKIMS, Alo, Zara, Adidas, Aritzia, Prada, BVLGARI, Burberry, Cartier, Givenchy, Gucci, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Nike, Ralph Lauren, Saint Laurent and Valentino. Aventura Mall also features more than 50 eateries and restaurants, including Treats Food Hall; The Aventura Farmers Market, which showcases dozens of farmers and artisans; and the experiential Arts Aventura Mall program, highlighting 25+ museum-quality pieces in a range of mediums, which guests can enjoy via a self-guided ArtWalk audio tour. Visit AventuraMall.com for more information.
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