Ecuador, trafficnew.ec.- From the moment shoppers arrive at Galleria Dallas, they realize they are in for an experience unlike any other. The shopping environment at Galleria Dallas includes a unique collection of boutiques, restaurants and experiences. Nineteen million guests visit the center each year, making it the number one visitor destination in North Texas. Galleria Dallas was constructed in 1982 and is located on a 43.7-acre tract in the heart of North Dallas, at the busiest intersection in the State of Texas -- LBJ Freeway (I-635) and the North Dallas Tollway, Galleria Dallas was modeled after the famous open-air Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, built in 1867.

The center’s tempered glass vault skylight spans the entire quarter-mile length of center. Galleria Dallas was completely remodeled in 2004, transforming the legendary center into the most dynamic shopping environment in North Texas. More than 200 shops and boutiques call Galleria Dallas home, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, ZARA, A|X Armani Exchange, Thomas Pink, Karen Millen, Michael Kors, Dooney & Bourke, Sony Style, Brahmin, Tourneau, TOUS, Juicy Couture, the state’s only American Girl Boutique and Bistro.

The center has a reputation for shops and restaurants exclusive to Galleria in Dallas/Fort Worth. The center features a wide array of dining options, including fast, fast casual and full service restaurants. Signature restaurants such as The Grill on the Alley, The Oceanaire, The Second Floor Bistro and Grand Lux Café make Galleria Dallas a destination for much more than just shopping. Galleria is home to a state-of-the-art ice skating rink which has hosted a wide range of noted international figure skating stars. To get better acquainted with Galleria Dallas, guests visit the Guest Reception Center on Level 1 near Center Court.

Associates there can provide an abundance of information about Galleria Dallas and the surrounding area. Approximately 10,000 covered parking spaces are available on the Galleria Dallas complex, more than any other area shopping center in the area. Traffic is monitored by full-time parking staff, off-duty policemen, four valet stations and extra parking directors during peak periods. About Galleria Dallas Conveniently located at I-635/LBJ Freeway and the North Dallas Tollway, Galleria Dallas offers shoppers more than 200 exceptional nationally and internationally recognized retailers and hosts more than 19 million visitors each year. Center hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Visit www.galleriadallas.com to learn more about the famed shopping center. Galleria Dallas is managed by Simon Property Group, Inc.