Rotterdam Square - Rotterdam, NY - Shopping mall

Rotterdam Square is a popular shopping mall located in Rotterdam, New York. It's just one of the properties of The Macerich Company and is home to over 80 stores and services as well as a fully-stocked food court and several additional restaurants, offering something for everyone no matter what they're looking for from their shopping experience.

The mall was built on land that once belonged to the Vedder Family, and is unique in the fact that it has a graveyard in its midst - the family's burial site that dates back to around 1715. The mall itself was opened to much controversy as the area around it was a nature reserve, and environmentalists were concerned that the mall would pollute the area and damage the wildlife. However, that controversy has since waned, and it's now a popular shopping destination for locals and visitors alike.

The mall is currently anchored by department stores Macys, Kmart and Sears, but is also home to numerous other stores and outlets that cover every genre necessary. Popular stores include American Eagle Outfitters, Claire's, Hot Topic, GNC, Verizon Wireless, Yankee Candle, rue21, Finish Line and Foot Locker, to name but a few.

There's also a great selection of dining options on offer, including a 450-seat food court as well as a number of sit down restaurants. Eateries include Burger Grill, Sbarro, Subway, Orient Express, Friendly's Restaurant, Arby's and 99 Restaurant, among others.

The entertainment options are headlined by the Rotterdam Square Cinema, a movie theater showing the latest releases complete with stadium seating, 3D screens and concession stands. There's also a children's theater and historical society exhibitions, giving visitors a chance to learn as they shop.

For a more indulgent experience the mall is also home to a number of salons and spas, the perfect way to relax and unwind after a long shopping day. These include Solar Nails, Touch of Class and Joli Hair Salon, among others.

There are a number of additional guest services on offer at the mall as well to make the shopping experience and enjoyable as possible. Just a few of these include stroller rental, complimentary wheelchairs, public telephones, ATM machines, bus schedule information, security services, and the US Post Service.

The mall is open throughout the year, with regular opening hours being 10am to 9pm Monday to Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sundays. Individual store and restaurant opening hours can vary as can holiday hours, so make sure to check in advance. It's also worth checking out the calendar, as the mall also hosts a number of special events and promotions throughout the year.

Rotterdam Square is a popular shopping mall that has something to offer all shoppers no matter what they're looking for. It's ideally located in the heart of Rotterdam and has great transport links making it ideal to get to from anywhere in the area. Make sure to check it out whenever you're in the area to see what it can offer you.