While some get a kick out of exploring the great shopping options throughout downtown, there are others who prefer the serious savings and selections just outside the city at several large outlet stores. So if you’re looking for deals and designer duds or other products only available at select outlets, it’s just a 45-90 minute drive from Seattle to reach several discount shopping destinations.
With a remodel freshly completed, this welcoming outlet center has more than 25 stores to make the drive from Seattle worth your time. Newly added stores include Volcom, Aeropostale and Polo Ralph Lauren. There’s also a Helly Hansen outlet for those about to head into the mountains for adventure.
Getting There: Take I-5 south about 80 miles. Exit 82.
Outlet shopping goes upscale with stores such as Banana Republic, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Restoration Hardware and more than 125 others. Here you can find everything from fine leather to housewares, designer clothes and specialty items. Take advantage of extended hours and extra savings during Midnight Madness, which begins the day after Thanksgiving at midnight.
Getting There: Take I-5 north for about 35 miles. Exit 200. The outlets are located in the Tulalip tribe’s Quil Ceda Village
Enjoy mountain views and impressive savings at 50 designer and name-brand outlet stores, including Adidas Clearance Store, Banana Republic, Coach, Gap Outlet, Nike, and Under Armour. Shoppers can sign up to receive a VIP coupon book at premiumoutlets.com/vip (also good at Seattle Premium Outlets). An added bonus for those who shop until they literally drop, there are lodging options nearby, including some that offer shopping gift cards to those who book a night.
Getting There: Take I-90 east for about 28 miles. Exit 31.
The Outlet Collection | Seattle is the largest indoor outlet mall in the Pacific Northwest. With a mix of 130 traditional & outlet stores it’s the ultimate outlet destination. Shop stores like Nike Factory Store, Nordstrom Rack, H&M, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Coach, Brooks Brothers, Old Navy Outlet, Guess Factory, Adidas, ULTA Beauty and many more.
Getting There: Take 1-5 south to I-405 south. Take Exit 2 to WA-167 south toward Auburn. Exit to 15th Street SW then take a left on Outlet Collection Road.
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