Shopping centers aren't just for finding the latest deals in fashion or gadgets. They are one-stop places where you can shop, dine, relax and be entertained for hours on end. Here are just a few of the area's shopping havens.

 

From the ashes of tragedy, a flourishing marketplace and food hall in the Sherman Park neighborhood has blossomed into the place to be. A monument to the togetherness of the community, Sherman Phoenix Marketplace is home to more than 25 Black-owned vendors, incubating businesses like Baked Dreams Bakery & Cafe and Tranquil Blends. Located in a repurposed bank, you'll find everything from delicious food vendors and beauty products to clothing and art. 

 
The Corners of Brookfield
 

Inspired by the concept of a small town in a big city, the Corners of Brookfield is a beautiful, upscale venue that features the areas only Von Maur department store and many retailers, alongside a cinema and trendy eateries. For entertainment, catch a movie at Silverspot Cinema or spend an evening with the funniest stand-up comedians at Milwaukee Improve. 

 

Just north of downtown, BAYSHORE is an open-air shopping mall offering large national retailers, boutique shops, specialty shops and impressive restaurants. The Yard, the mall's central green space, also hosts events, live music, movie nights and sports viewing parties all year round. 

 

Just west of downtown is Mayfair. Home to more than 165 stores, including the state's only Nordstrom, Create & Barrel and The Container Store, the multi-level space offers everything. The mall also features a sprawling food court with 25+ vendors in addition to a movie theater.