How to Outlet Shop in New Jersey

Good outlet shopping can be had in New Jersey, from the southern end of the state (Atlantic City) to far north (Lafayette). You will probably want to hit each location separately, since shopping abounds, and it will take you a day or two to discover each location' s gems.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• A few free weekends
• A sense of adventure
• Spending money for shopping, dining and (optional) lodging

1. Starting at the southern end of New Jersey, you can find fantastic outlet stores at The Walk, a strand of over 50 shops in Atlantic City. This shopping bonanza is relatively new since it has only been around for roughly five years.
2. Moving to the center of the state, you can find lots to cheer about at Jackson's Premium Outlet Stores. This shopping center boasts more than 60 outlet stores and is in close proximity to Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey's most popular amusement park.
3. Heading to western New Jersey, you will come across a well-established outlet village: Liberty Village Premium Outlets in Flemington. This town is well known for its outlet stores, especially its fur shops.
4. To the far northern end of New Jersey lies Old Lafayette Village, in Lafayette, New Jersey. These quaint shops are small in number (less than 15), but a definite attraction to those who seek country charm.
5. Jersey Gardens is a shopper's paradise, located in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Close to Manhattan, this outlet mall has more than 100 stores and restaurants.
6. One of the largest and oldest outlet cities in New Jersey is Secaucus, home to more than 120 outlet stores. This city has a couple of outlet centers: Harmon Cove Outlet Center and Outlets at the Cove. It also has many freestanding stores.