This mall takes pride in the fact that it has over 24 million visitors a year and is certainly a big tourist attraction for Houston, Texas. The complex totals more than 3 million square feet and has over 375 stores. It is the largest mall in Texas as it is home to many high end retailers in addition to lower priced retail stores. Shoppers can walk for hours within this massive complex that is built with nine different types of stone, has suspended glass balconies, impressive sky lights and plush leather seating available for shoppers who need to give their feet a break. The mall prides itself as a city within a city. There is an impressive indoor ice skating facility that is over 20,000 square feet.

The rink is referred to as “Polar Ice” and was built in 1970 and at that time was considered the first mall with an indoor skating rink. In addition to the skating rink, the mall also has two hotels, over 50 casual and upscale restaurants, private health club, office towers and specialty food stores. One of the best parts of this mall is that it houses a variety of different stores that cater to different income brackets so you’re not necessarily going to drain your wallet if you go there. The complex is reputed for its spectacular glass atriums, stunning architecture, store diversity and entertainment facility. This classy shopping center showcases names such as Cartier, Gucci, not one but two Macy’s stores, Tiffany & Co and Houston’s only Nordstrom. So if you don’t mind bustling centres packed with tourists and great stores, then this place is for you!