Mall of America June 26, 2023

Walk the Mall. Barbie merch is in style this month after the release of the hit movie.

[@mrbeefhead]

i lived in minneapolis and frequented this mall during the mid 90s... back then it was packed with people and activity. now it looks like a ghost town.

[@debbiec6216]

Our mall here is the same, not many people visit the place , nothing like 1980 1990's . I would visit the mall weekly , NOT any more. If I go , I'll take my guide dog, spouse , and who ever else .

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I film during days/times when less traffic so watchers don't see so many people. It is purposeful.

[@redx1106]

Mall shopping is declining

[@rogermoore5764]

That's what I was thinking, my wife and I where there around 95 and the place was packed.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

@@rogermoore5764 I go there often. Weekends and evenings are packed. Around the food area, you sometimes can't even get through without stopping. There is no worry of patrons there.

[@user-gw6cf5ub9f]

I notice how not many people/if any are holding shopping bags. They are just walking around the place. Yikes!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Many put their bags back in their car or the attached hotel so they can keep walking/shopping. Kind of a thing.

[@wacobob56dad]

Online shopping, outlets, changing demographics. All malls are doomed to close.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The Burnsville Center, located in Burnsville, MN is doomed to close. I will go film that and show you what I mean. the MOA is not ever going to close. It is an indoor city and park, which allows for activities during our harsh winters, and a good tourist destination for worldwide travelers.

[@adrianmontelongo9707]

great walk video throughtout beautiful mall of america

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Thank you. I plan to improve too.

[@TS-rv4hf]

Im from the UK, but 20 years ago I lived in America and the malls were so different to British shopping centres. Now there is hardly any difference. I guess we are so much more connected by the internet etc that things are getting samey everywhere.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Thank you for watching from the UK!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I enjoy how connected we are now. The different cultures are fun to explore.

[@TS-rv4hf]

She asks if you want a cup of tea?@@bobprescott

[@aeromaximon]

This is one of many places in America I'd like to visit. I can only imagine how long it would to explore the whole mall. Greetings from Barbados!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

It is a little over 4 miles, so how long it would take to walk; however, you would stop several times to visit stores.

[@jillbuffie4260]

Hello Barbados!!

[@Dropla]

It's ok to walk, not fun to shop, because if you buy something, be prepared to haul it for a long long time. The food & amusement park can be fun though. Comedy clubs, restaurants, but, shopping for stuff, lol, not really. Unless you're parked right by where you want to shop.

[@nicholasmardis9846]

Thanks for the walk through of The Mall Of America, in Bloomington ,Minnesota.The movies Jingle All The Way an D2 The Mighty Ducks were filmed there.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I did not know that. Thanks for sharing!

[@nicholasmardis9846]

@@minnesotadestinations3655 Your welcome,have a nice day.

[@dudiyalov]

The future of dead mall

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The MOA is far from being a dead mall; however, the surrounding Twin Cities malls are failing partly because everything is located at the MOA instead.

[@alanatolstad4824]

I wrote down several places I want to hit up when I get there in October! I was hoping you'd shoot some footage of the aquarium for me too.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The MOA does not allow filming of the aquarium or the park. I recommend visiting the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley, MN and the James J. Hill House in St. Paul while visiting.

[@Therealbabygirl]

Awesome!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Thanks!

[@mortb9]

I loved this! I only browsed it, didn't have 45 minutes, but you can bet I'll watch it a few more times.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Awesome! The MOA is a fun place to be.

[@Tokyowalking2023]

Very great 😊

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Cool!

[@rosemaryeiserlo4704]

Stores are empty and where are all the people shopping ?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I purposefully go when fewer people.

[@jaylewis5035]

People are so jealous because their town turned so ghetto that their local mall went out of business. Long live Mall of America!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Long live MOA!

[@jonnyfendi2003]

this mall itself is ghetto though, there was a damn shooting here not that long ago, wake up

[@angelicasoup638]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the comment. This mall is fun, but I fear going there when busy. I have promised to film when normal population, so I will do that soon.

[@keinlanz]

Why do all malls have the same generic, sterile, cheap-looking white everywhere design aesthetic? I swear to god this is part of the reason malls are dying. It's simply not a good enough shopping experience to pay what they ask.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Come see it in person. You may feel different. It has very attractive aesthetics. Have you seen the chandeliers?

[@trevour]

It's because MOA remodeled for the worse. It's matured, but in many ways, in the wrong direction. You're right in that it's sterile - more like an airport than a shopping mall. From its opening in '92 until the '00s each wing of MOA had its own design and character. Much more carpet back then too, which really seemed to help with sound dampening. I feel like MOA's first big blow was losing Camp Snoopy. That place was distinctly Minnesotan as it really felt like an amusement park placed in the middle of a forest with cabins and even outdoor sound effects over hidden speakers. It was especially fun at night. Not to mention its strong connection to St. Paul native Charles Schulz. Today, Nickelodeon Universe has zero connection to Minnesota history, and is just as lifeless as the corridors of the mall itself, a complete 180° of the coziness that was Camp Snoopy. The second blow was the loss of one of its four original anchor stores - Bloomingdale's (and subsequently, Sears). Of course dozens and dozens of stores, restaurants, and attractions have come and gone in its 30+ year existence, but those were some of the original strongholds/mainstays that everyone associated with the mall. These are just my opinions, of course! I'm glad I was a kid when MOA first opened and I got to experience those "glory days." Starbase Omega, anyone?? I even worked there for a time in the mid-'00s drawing caricatures. I don't think we can ever return to those glory days, unfortunately. The brick and mortar retail landscape is forever changed, but also society as a whole. It's a shame. In my ideal world, MOA would still have the Hologram Land store. 😂

[@teenboysgroup831]

DW’s Snow Mystery aired on February 17, 1997. Arthur’s Mystery Envelope aired on December 15, 1997. Finder’s Key Pers aired on May 18, 1998.

[@debbiec6216]

At least you get your 10,000+ steps in . Good exercise! Noticed not many people has merchandise bags in their hands!!!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Many use the 4-mile rounds to get their daily exercise. Especially while the frozen ground is outside in the winter.

[@debbiec6216]

@@minnesotadestinations3655 I haven't been to Mall of America, since 2012, we didn't stay long either .

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

@@debbiec6216 You must go again. There is always fun there! Every day is different. You can walk all floors in one day.

[@oompaloompa73]

Thanks for showing how are American malls ! Here in France malls are so tiny compared yours in the United States.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

You must come to the U.S. and visit the Mall of America!

[@oompaloompa73]

@@minnesotadestinations3655 I would like it :)

[@prestonwhite1124]

A bunch of the most useless stores you will ever find. Nobody is in them and if you look back 4 years this mall was packed with buyers. This place wont last much longer.

[@sofiabravo1994]

I agree she said she went during a less busy hour but something looks off…I have a feeling it’s going to go downhill soon like in a few years or so..

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I film when there are fewer people so the camera is not inhibited. Trust me, it is packed most of the time, especially weekends and holidays.

[@willliamjocz3606]

@@minnesotadestinations3655😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂enough .. It will close in within a decade.

[@_SilentGirl7]

Thank you for sharing a beautiful vlog of Mall.. Looks good and feel awesome😎 Huge respect from Pakistan stay Blessed

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Pakistan? Cool! I would love to see your buildings in person. Amazing landscape there. Thanks for watching from across the seas!

[@_SilentGirl7]

@@minnesotadestinations3655 My Pleasure.. 😊

[@ronhoover5516]

Love it! Go Mall of America!!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Yahoo!!

[@user-gw6cf5ub9f]

Empty/lifeless/depressing. How do these stores pay their rent with so few shoppers?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I purposefully go when fewer people so you can see the stores.

[@idaliss]

Barely surviving. Many have 15- 20 year leases and cant get out or they will still owe.

[@laureljade3476]

it's nice to see this mall doing well.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

It is doing well. Events, and other entertainment keeps it going.

[@Steve.Cutler]

This is not well for this mall.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

@@Steve.Cutler The mall does well and usually packed. Hard to film when busy so I went on a Monday morning. I will film when busy because of all the comments.

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

I have done this vacation twice. First, I went to this mall back in 2010 when I was 7 years old. Just 12 years later in 2022, I went back there to film one half of the elevators and do Nickelodeon Universe. I also did this with Aunt Karen and Kristi. This vacation would have a cliffhanger when my sister Courtney got the coronavirus. So next year, I will be returning to this mall to film the other half of the elevators and do other activities, such as Dutchman's Deck Adventure Course. This vacation is also set to feature my 11-year-old cousin Lilly. I will stay at one of the mall's hotels.

[@cynthiathomas4516]

Remember seeing a video from years ago and this mall is empty compared to then. Malls will be obsolete. Where are all the people?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I purposely film when low population visits like a Monday morning. I notice too many people inhibit my camera.

[@mr.beachwalker7154]

was there in 1995. Back then, this was like another world. A rollercoaster in a mall!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Yes. Still cool. There is no other indoor theme park that I know of. Excellent for our frozen tundra winters.

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

I have done two vacations there. The first visit was in 2010 and the second one was in 2022. A third trip is set to happen in 2024.

[@guitargod259]

I walked through this whole mall in less than a couple hours. It didn't take too long if you don't stop in the stores.

[@RumduolAngkor]

Very nice place

[@travischarley6180]

🤘

[@joemiller2057]

Looks like a lot of people just hanging out walking around and not buying anything

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Many hang out, especially the young ones on weekends.

[@LuckyK7777]

What are the good lifestyle centers in the Minnieapolis area? Do they do good business in the winter?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Amazingly, there are indoor walkways that connect buildings so the public does not have to be outside in cold winters. Too many visiting areas to mention.

[@LuckyK7777]

@@minnesotadestinations3655 OK. I am from California and was wondering how lifestyle centers and outlet malls do in the snowy winter because they are often outdoor but they seem to be where on-site shopping is thriving as traditional malls close. Maybe Minneapolis can have America’s largest lifestyle center as it’s next claim to fame 🙂

[@byronchandler5000]

The reason I'd love to go to Mall of America is the different food options like Japanese sushi and Korean fried chicken. 😋😋😋

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Hey, they just opened up a Sushi restaurant. It continuously revolves. You can see it in one of my videos. Cadillac Ranch and couple other independent restaurants are worth the trip.

[@juvylucero5774]

I heard that most of the malls in the US dont have much people?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Most U.S. malls have closed or are barely surviving; however, the Mall of America is a tourist destination with an indoor park. This drives traffic along with the unique and high end stores. I went on a Monday morning when traffic is low. This mall gets crazy busy.

[@lonewolfette]

Santa incognito around the 18:00 thru 19:00 mark. And he's got surfing Santas on his shirt!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Wow. I missed that. Thanks!

[@user-ik3cw9fu5y]

The loud mall music is annoying. In fact, just about every place we go shopping today they always have to have loud annoying music playing. 🤨🤨🤨

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I think studies show music tends to help consumer shopping experience. You will notice it at your grocery store too.

[@user-ik3cw9fu5y]

The music that's being played at most establishments is not soothing it's mostly loud junk. I've talked to people who work at places like Lowe's, and Target and even they are sick of the music they're forced to listen to while they're at work. @@minnesotadestinations3655

[@teenboysgroup831]

The Scare Your Pants Off Club aired on May 19, 1997. Friday the 13th aired on November 26, 2001. The Boy Who Cried Comet aired on October 22, 2001.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Ok. Thank you.

[@teenboysgroup831]

Buster’s Sweet Success aired on October 1, 2001. Dads Dessert Dilemma aired on November 16, 1998. How The Cookie Crumbles aired on May 25, 1998.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Interesting!

[@ericaeason3771]

how are you gonna have a rainbow fashions and a nordstom???? that wore me out

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I do not understand your thought. Can you explain?

[@donaldgeorge6656]

Inside malls are dead. There closing all over America

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Most malls in the U.S. are closing. I have one near me that is 70% empty. I plan on filming that. The Mall of America is not losing any customers or revenue. It is quite popular because of its size, the location, the park, and aquarium. Tourism here is high and there are many events in the Rotunda. Also, it is a great place for us Minnesotans to visit and walk during harsh winters.

[@raymondbrewer9111]

hola de guadalajara mexico 🇲🇽

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Hola! Come see us at the MOA.

[@psfca]

Am wondering about the future of this mall with people switching to online shopping and lots of retailers going out of business 😊

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I, and many others buy online; however, some things you may want to try on like shoes and specialty clothing. The theme park and underwater experience is worth the visit. Tourists will continue to come. Additionally, there are great restaurants that I go to the MOA for.

[@LuckyK7777]

Was this a Monday? Every mall looks like this on a Monday unless it is Christmas Eve. Show us the Saturday afternoon traffic.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Yes, I think it was a Monday; however, Tuesday mornings are usually the most empty. I will go film Friday or Satuday night and show. The problem is you won't see anything but people. Maybe I will do a sationary view of the Rotundra for a while. Good idea.

[@captng]

Seems busy for a overpriced mall setting😮

[@teenboysgroup831]

Buster Baxter Cat Saver aired on October 27, 1997. DW All Wet aired on September 16, 1996. The Big Blow Up aired on November 10, 1997.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Ok.

[@teenboysgroup831]

Francine And The Feline aired on April 26, 1999. Hide And Snake aired on September 13, 1999. So Long Spanky aired on December 2, 1996.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

You are an encyclopedia!

[@TheVid54]

As Bette Davis used to say: What a DUMP!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Awe. It is so much fun at the MOA though.

[@teenboysgroup831]

DW Thinks Big aired on March 10, 1997. Arthur and DW Clean Up aired on May 31, 1999. For Whom The Bell Tolls aired on November 12, 2001.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

2001? That long ago? No wonder they look old.

[@aureliab7584]

Merci pour le tres interessant video ! Amitie

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Merci pour votre commentaire. Je suis heureux que vous ayez apprécié.

[@autofox1744]

The issue with malls now VS. 20-30 years ago is that the mall itself seems to have no personality of its own. Malls which have been remodeled over the last decade or so are invariably blank white spaces; only the stores themselves have anything interesting. Meanwhile, older malls were designed as spaces unto themselves, with features and architecture that made them interesting to be in independent of the stores that occupied them. I much prefer that style of mall, and it's sad to see the Mall of America hasn't escaped the "enblandening" which has afflicted so many malls.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Agree. Thank you for your input.

[@crBudgetWatches]

I ate one of the best steaks of my life in one steakhouse at this malm. Can't remember the name though.

[@jeffsmith14]

I went there for my dream vacation

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

How was it? What did you not get to do there?

[@ediutama6836]

As the era shifts, from the analogue to digital, human behavior changes as well...now, it's not the era for huge mall, but rather the huge market potential which is no longer confine to huge malls but to huge economic scale. This is the very reason why malls big and small, not to mention the gigantic ones, crumble and deserted....

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I have a feeling that online shopping will improve, but some people still like to touch items before purchase. The Mall of America has an indoor theme park and is a tourist destination. This mall is nowhere near closing or losing money.

[@teenboysgroup831]

Kids Are From Earth, Parents Are From Pluto aired on September 11, 2000. My Dad The Garbage Man aired on April 21, 1997. Mom And Dad Have A Great Big Fight aired on May 24, 1999.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Nice

[@larrywinger59]

I rode the express bus from Mpls to MOA many times back in the 90.s The light rail also ends here from the airport. This place is crazy packed on weekends during the winter.Finding a parking spot can be hard. I would park at IKEA across the street and walk over. The food is expensive, a Krispy Cream donut now closed was a buck. A water park was planned right before the pandemic. Which would remove parking spots. Not a good idea in a minnesota winter, looking for your car outside with wet hair. Not much trouble, one crazy guy picked up a small boy and threw him over the third floor down to the first floor. He survived but needed a lot of care. Another bad apple brought a gun inside and shot it in a store. Guards walk dogs sniffing for bombs. Many stores have come and gone like Sears.

[@jamesanderson6373]

*Krispy kreme

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The MOA is fun every visit. The Bloomington, MN police have rammed up their surveillance to provide safety.

[@idaliss]

I wonder how that little boy is doing. Now, oh, that was terrible.

[@user-ms2he5xl9m]

What is going on America? Stock price is still high. real estate price is high. wages are also high. But, disposable income is low for middle class in America ? I am wondering from Japan.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Real estate and interest rates are high. Wages are low in my opinion. Food prices have doubled in the past 2 years. I feel there may be a recession coming soon. The Republicans need to take control to fix it.

[@BillyBongWaterCF]

CREEPER! He was stalking the 2 girl through half the video!

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

No. My child and her friend.

[@dougg4633]

It's served it's purpose

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Yes.

[@djehanprabowo2495]

❤😊Amien 😊😊

[@stigjr2410]

"TEENS" and the crime they bring has killed the malls in America.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I do fear the teen violence.

[@vincentkeith1800]

Is there anyone here that met Black Sabbath here with me.

[@debbiewilson2247]

Face it, America isn't what it used to be. Even when shopping. This mall looks depressed!!!

[@Steve.Cutler]

Wow, its empty compared to 3 years ago. It cant sustain itslf like this. All malls are on borrowed time, sped up by a horrible America last government

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Empty because it was Monday morning. It is packed usually.

[@Soberman75]

the recycled air still there ?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Did you know that there is no central heating system at the MOA? The building maintains 70 degrees F year-round using sun and body heat. Even in freezing winters.

[@meldumas8868]

Not alot of people shopping there. I think malls are the way out..like the DoDo. Wow. In the economy..cant afford a whole lot.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I film when there is minimal traffic such as Monday morning at opening.

[@johnnybgood3724]

This mall is big, but ugly. Now go check out malls in china, Thailand and dubai.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I will. Interesting to know this.

[@Pasha8204]

No 1440p

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

My camera films in 4K. I mistakenly uploaded to KZbin losing the 4K by using an editing software and not changing resolution. I am learning by mistakes.

[@testaklese]

2:18 Did we just get rick rolled by a mall?

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Think so!

[@lisaapp839]

MALLS. SHOPPING. YAWN.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Good for people who can't get there.

[@psfca]

Then why did u click on the video ?

[@lisaapp839]

@@psfca because MOA is in my hometown. Just wanted to see how many people are still fascinated with a declining shopping trend. Does that work for you?

[@KEVINDAVID427]

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[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I am sure your visit was fun! See you next year!

[@Kristopher-ge7zc]

The MOA was at its best in the 1990s. Malls in general are dying. It's pretty obvious.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The MOA is not dying. Maybe stores from time to time, but not the mall.

[@billmusik9794]

It is a ghost town? Why

[@psfca]

Filmed at 10am on a Monday per the youtube vlogger rather than on a busy weekend

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Yes. Right after opening on a Monday morning. I promise to go back when crowded, but there is a delay because I am fearful of the crowds. Getting stuck in restaurant lane gives me anxiety. Ugh. I know to go, but never up for it. My mind keeps thinking of times when not busy. None of you will see much but people, so doing it to show the world the MOA gets busy.

[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@JohnBaranich-wv6ot]

America is in a bad state if that’s the Mall of America

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Why do you say that? Curious.

[@JohnBaranich-wv6ot]

There was no one in there. It’s not that we’re in a bad state, it’s that everything has changed. I loved going to the mall when I was a kid. Now everything is online shopping, cyber Monday.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

@@JohnBaranich-wv6ot I prefer online shopping myself. Seems cheaper. I went on a day when the visitors are down.

[@paulryckaert6588]

Would have been a better video without the music

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Music? It is from the Mall's speakers. If there is a copyright, I sometimes have to input other music.

[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@Batman-jc5uc]

The malls in the Philippines are nicer than that mall

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I would love to see the malls in other countries.

[@willliamjocz3606]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂No

[@gaylwolf2650]

Seems like your just following those 2 girls around. Kinda weird

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

One is my daughter and the other is her friend. I decided to film while taking them to the mall. The MOA does not allow minors to be unaccompanied by adults.

[@zhli4238]

Empty.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I am going to film when full. I went on a Monday morning so viewers could see stores rather than people. I bought a mounting pole for my camera so viewers can see above the crowds. I dislike the mall when busy because your stroll slows or stops often.

[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@user-pc7km2hg2l]

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[@SlackHoffman]

Sad because it’s now tired and dated and empty 😟😔 USA destroyed itself

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

The USA is self destructive currently. I worry about what the future brings.

[@dadekzulfikar528]

Can you imagine,Mal in indonesia is better than this Mal,more luxurious than this Mal...

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Can you show pictures or video? I would love to see it!

[@jtdouglas9535]

Sad. These are dying places and a vibrant, active person to person American lifestyle has been replaced with online shopping, anger and conspiracy theories. Goodbye

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I have filmed when crowded; however, viewers complained, so I go when there is minimal traffic.

[@Leo-z1v]

Highly over rated. Not impressed at all

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Come see us at the MOA sometime. It is bigger than what the camera picks up.

[@karlheinzyassirguderian1600]

I love mall n go to hell online shopping

[@jukio02]

Terrible.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Sorry you feel that way.

[@madhusosale7289]

This s nothing compared to some of our Indian malls,,,,

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

I want to see!

[@raajjji5486]

SAB. MAALS. AMERICA. MAIN. BANDH. HO. RAHE. HAI.

[@minnesotadestinations3655]

Ok!