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Old Mill District
450 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, OR 97702, United States
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Je
Review №1

Great shopping, eats and walking along the river. Obviously, a huge draw are our two favorite destinations in Bend: Crux and Spoken Moto.

An
Review №2

What a relax and beautiful place to spend time in. For local and travelers, this place is a must. There has some good dining too.

So
Review №3

Its a very nice spot in town for activities. Pre-corona virus it is always full of people, has a lot of nice shopping centers and hiking pathways, and a movie theatre.

Lu
Review №4

Easy to get walk around. Nice and open. Plan on parking in the outer lots no matter the time of day.

Ar
Review №5

Very cool place to shopping the river. Plenty of parking with many people walking and exercising. Plenty of shops and restaurants to enjoy. Or just stroll along the river.

Mi
Review №6

Just watched an impromptu fireworks show tonight thats was amazing! Thank you whoever did that it put a huge smile on my face and everyone that we saw pulled over taking it in. It was maybe the best thing that made many people smile and cheer at the end of the show. In this pandemic we need more people to do thing like this.. i read negative thing on Instagram about it which is so sad to me! Thank you again for making many feel like kids out of no where.

Di
Review №7

A nice, large, and open air shopping mall. Many of the stores are practicing good covid hygiene by requiring masks and limiting the number of patrons allowed inside each store.Although, there are lots of unmasked people wandering the streets so it may be best to leave this visit until after the pandemic.The river is great for a float and there’s even an artificial wave pool if you want to get your surf on.

Li
Review №8

REI is one of my favorite stores!! Along with quality equipment, they have a wonderful selection of maps. Good quality maps with water proof paper. Made especially for the outdoors person

Cl
Review №9

Lovely outdoor mall with big brands plus some local independent shops like Nashelle jewelry and Somewhere Thats Green plant shop. LOVE the trails and bridges around the river connecting to other parks and flowers and landscaping, especially at Anthonys. Clean, safe (security guards patrol grounds on golf carts) and well maintained.Cons: Parking is sometimes difficult, and the acoustic cafe music station they play grates on my nerves! They dont allow hanging out on grass to listen to concerts at Les Schwab Amphitheatre, so buy a drink and appetizers at one of the restaurants and linger...

St
Review №10

Great atmosphere with a lot to do. A fun place to do some shopping with the family or just youre better half. Everything is here, restaurants,coffee shops,sporting goods,and the best spice shop in the world (in my opinion) Savory SpiceMake a day of it !!!

du
Review №11

Great place to hang out check out some high end outlets. Awesome food options.

Cl
Review №12

Well designed with a small village feel. Popular shops and restaurants. Terrific setting on the river.

J
Review №13

Crowed shopping area. REI, CycleBar and many other shops. Decent place to grab a meal or a cold beer with a River view.

Ce
Review №14

Big shopping area, great for walking around.

Li
Review №15

Great place to hang out my favorite shop is Desperado and the Tumalo Art Gallery is a must see... One of the artists there Katherine Taylor.. did the horse outside and these paintings.

Sa
Review №16

We love the old mill! Lots of stores to pick from and tasty restaurants. Great place to walk around. Standing on the bridge over the river is so relaxing. The walk through the amphitheater is amazing too my kids love to go crazy and roll down the beautiful grass hills. The millsite landscaping crew do such an amazing job maintaining everything.

Je
Review №17

Super cute clothing finds here! The women working were awfully rude. We did not even get a thank you for shopping after dropping over $500.00 in a trip. Owner/management should really take a close look at their staff.

Iv
Review №18

The Old Mill District features lots of shopping in a historic part of Bend. There are many places to eat, a movie theater, and stores for everyone. I usually only go here when shopping at REI. Parking can be a challenge as this place is often very busy and this visit was no exception. Most people were wearing masks, so at least that was good. I found what I needed at REI and lucked into a great deal on a gift for a friend.

Pa
Review №19

I love it!! I always take my family there when they visit from out-of-state. We enjoy being at the old Mill, immensely I, myself, used to live in Bend in the 60s...wow!! What a difference now!! I would encourage people to visit the old Mill district!! Its just beautiful and. It has everything there that youve ever dreamed about

gr
Review №20

Something different and they do it really well and at a reasonable price. I tried one of the other locations last year and really liked it.

Ji
Review №21

Our first trip to Bend Oregon and we were very surprised. We saw the signs on the highway for the Naked Winery tasting room, yes there is such a place, and went there. It is one of dozens of businesses and shops there on the river. It was all beautiful and we spent a couple of hours just enjoying the area and the wine. Thank you Amanda for a great experience. It is amazing to see the difference between Oregon and California businesses. California is completely shut down; Oregon is being cautious but everything is open and thriving. Guess thats part of why we are moving here.

Na
Review №22

The Old Mill District gives you an old fashioned feeling while still having mall-like conveniences. We love to stop and have a snack and watch the kids tube by on the river!

Jo
Review №23

Social Distancing, masks & hand sanitizer were in abundance. HAPPY to see all stores are respecting COVID restrictions!

Ka
Review №24

Love Old Mill District. So many fun things to do including renting bikes or kayaks, walking trails, coffee shops and so many wonderful places to eat!

Ma
Review №25

We now have a Sephora in Central Oregon! We are unable to test and sample like before COVID-19, but the beauty consultants can help with that. Still a fave girlie store for sure!

Ad
Review №26

What a beautiful, fun, and easily accessible part of town. We loved eating along the river and having access to little shopping, snack and food areas. If you are visiting, especially in one of the nearby hotels, take some time to walk down to the riverfront and have some relaxing fun.

Jo
Review №27

Good layout of the town. Chico California has more deciduous trees and is easily more bike able than this town but having all this city has to offer without the Cali B.S is awesome.

Ja
Review №28

Nice center along side the river. An actual mill con erred to retail. A little more crowded than I remember, but the place to go for a great shopping experience and the restaurants are 5 star!

Ch
Review №29

Awesome riverfront area, plenty to do with a family, float the river, walk the paved trail and bridges.

tl
Review №30

Super fun place to go great shops great atmosphere the Deschutes River is literally a hundred feet away from the shops where you have kayaking inner tubing they have actually turned part of the river into a little surf Park as well as tubing park built into the river itself absolutely amazing must see must go

ry
Review №31

So many good eats and brews.

Al
Review №32

Clean, modern well designed buildings with standard large chain stores. Best feature is beautiful walking pathway alongside the river.

Kr
Review №33

Great for after dinner strolls. Quaint shops and restaurants. And wonderful historical buildings.

ph
Review №34

A lot of fun to walk around very cool place just to kill some time

Te
Review №35

Visited Bath and Body, great $4.95 sale. Hand sanitizers are 5 for $8. Rei was next no shoes in my size. Having a small clearance sale now. Good day shopping.

Ca
Review №36

Nice walkable shopping and dining district. Outdoor areas to view the river and surrounding area.

Su
Review №37

Awesome area of Bend, OR. You can float the river and theres an outdoor mall where you can go shopping when your all done. Super nice area.

La
Review №38

Sadly just like any run of the mill mall get it? Run of the mill. So sad! It used to be unique

Me
Review №39

Fun shops, lots of food options, gorgeous scenery... cant go wrong here! My sister and I were at Banana Republic in the photo and the staff was so very sweet and helpful!

Ma
Review №40

Mostly closed during the COVID shutdown but I imagine it is pretty lively when open for business, lots of shops and restaurants

Co
Review №41

If youre in bend and you need something, youll probably find it here. Its not so much a mall as it is a shopping park, which means you can actually enjoy your time here. The river runs right next to it, and there are plenty of restaurants, a few bars, naked winery, and a movie theater to make your trip worthwhile.

St
Review №42

A walk to remember!

Br
Review №43

Lovely place to shop! I imagine that when we are not limited by COVID its a 5 star experience.

Ma
Review №44

The naked winery was fun. Server was knowlegable and friendly.

Je
Review №45

The Old Mill District is a must see, in Bend Oregon. The shops are wonder especially American Eagle Outfitters. The store manager, Nigel, is very friendly and very helpful in every way. Enjoyed shopping there.

Ri
Review №46

The Oldmill is set in a historic site along the Deschutes river. If you cant find anything to buy or eat there you can always stroll along the beautiful river.

Ma
Review №47

We visited same place about 12 years ago. Very nice place to walk around and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds the area. A lot more crowded and built up which is beginning to take away from the beautiful surroundins.

Na
Review №48

Not at all what I expected. Simply a factory outlet mall. Nothing historical about it!Very dis disappointing!!

Jo
Review №49

Pretty great to sit by the river in the shade of a tree while the family shops. Rode here on bikes along the river trail. Idyllic.

Du
Review №50

REI had what I wanted, sites were clean and Red Robin was excellent

Ka
Review №51

This is a mall. Literally a mall you could go to anywhere in the United States, just outside with cool industrial style buildiings. Victorias Secret, The Gap, stuff like that. Mall.

Am
Review №52

Love to run and shop here. A fan of the coffee shop there but I think the mall could use a few more coffee or smoothie places. Best time to go is before the crowds hit on the morning.

He
Review №53

Great food, amazing memories. Love Pastini restaurant and its staff

Do
Review №54

Beautiful walk. Did not shop, but liked the history and walk. Lots of stores and theater (which was still closed). Not a lot of parking from what I could see, but found a place. Nice people!

ja
Review №55

Being a local, its a lovely outdoor mall, for a movie, ice cream, sweet new clothes, haircut, fancy food or simple takeout and more

La
Review №56

Very pretty path to walk around.

Ja
Review №57

Wonderful presentation, great waiting staff, but even at 0 too spicy for me on many dishes

Ca
Review №58

Its really beautiful shopping mall on one side and chill river walk on the other.

Fr
Review №59

Very nice City Center area with a lot to do on a lot to walk around and observe the beautiful sites they have some very large silos that are still there that make it very interesting. Theres also a large jogging trail with very beautiful scenery to explore. I had lunch at mio sushi restaurant and it was fantastic.

Sh
Review №60

Great variety of stores and restaurants as well as the theatre. Not always easy to find a parking spot close to where you want to be. But.... take a nice walk along the river with your hot local and organic java! Love shopping down there and its a great place to meet up with friends.

Jo
Review №61

Really depends what kind of shopping experience you want. Its busy during the summer for sure, but there is a good variety of shops.

Am
Review №62

Nice place to walk around. Great restaurants and shops. You can also raft down the river at this spot

Ru
Review №63

Great place for shopping and walking alongside the beautiful river. Many wonderful restaurants to choose from or a quick stop at Ben and Jerrys for a delicious Ice Cream Treat!

Ru
Review №64

Nice walks along the river, good food choices, excellent beer.

Mi
Review №65

Great shopping in beautiful setting. Lots of nice spots especially those waiting for family members shopping.

Ch
Review №66

The old mill district is another must see spot when you visit bend. Lots of shops restaurants and beautiful river trails to walk or bike. you can rent kayaks and paddle boards and bicycles, its all here.

An
Review №67

Great collection of shops and restaurants spread along the Deschutes River. Beautiful views and snaking pathways allow for ample enjoyment.

Di
Review №68

Really cool area, awesome shopping center with amazing people!

de
Review №69

Such a beautiful place to walk.

La
Review №70

Great security guys! Good food around, great stores to shop!

Li
Review №71

Lovely place to wander around and shop, eat, or just people watch. The bike/running/walking path is one of my favorite haunts in the summer with the dogs.

Er
Review №72

Great place to walk around. Just crazy that nowhere opens up til 11. Does everyone just sleep in around here?

Me
Review №73

A must on your place to visit if you come to Bend, OR! I love the old mill district ️ the best for shopping, food, and beautiful scenery. Be sure to take a stroll along the river, great views every season.

fr
Review №74

Bend it’s a really small American city , beautiful break point with in our trip ...

Co
Review №75

Great place for family and hanging out by the river. Also lots of Pokemon Go stops and gyms too. Close to Downtown too.

Ma
Review №76

Lotta shops, ample parking. Great location.

ro
Review №77

Nice, near the river. The spice shop is awesome. Sometimes hard to find parking.

Al
Review №78

Great place for shopping, hanging out, and eating. Beautiful views of the Deschutes River as you fine or walk along the paths.

Le
Review №79

Love the old mill. Beautiful setting

Mi
Review №80

Its nothing like Seattle... theres no army of homeless druggies roaming the streets. There arent used syringes littering the streets. There arent homeless camps set up in the doorways of shops. Its clean! Its beautiful!

An
Review №81

Fun area to shop, eat, ride bikes of all kinds & listen to concerts. I enjoyed watching everyone float down or canoe down the river.

Fe
Review №82

What a place!Even though it is not the Downtown area of Bend, it really has everything you can ask to have a good time, being with family or friendsFrom food to a theater or just being at the bay are some things I found interesting

Cr
Review №83

So much going on in a small area. Shops, great restaurants and every kind of bike rentals, paddleboard and kayak rentals.

Ka
Review №84

The only thing that kept me from giving 5 stars was the number of people not wearing masks outside the stores. Thats not the Old Mill Districts fault! But it is a reality and the reason I didnt stay to browse after I got the item I needed.

St
Review №85

Theres a little bit of everything here, we always spend at least a day here each weekend, kayaking, eating, drinking, and occasionally shopping!

Sa
Review №86

Good diversity of shops as well as food. All nestled along the beautiful Deschutes River. If you are lucky enough to be there on a night that the amphitheater is hosting a concert you can take in the sounds while having dinner or a cocktail.

Mo
Review №87

Absolutely loved walking around here.

Ja
Review №88

Good cross section of stores and restaurants situated along the Deschutes River. American flags flying, patriotic!

El
Review №89

Great day for lunch outside by the river at The Old Mill.I

Ma
Review №90

Every time we are in Bend we find ourselves spending time in the district, great restaurants, bike rentals, recreational opportunities, movie theater and great shops.

Fr
Review №91

Helped in the concept with Bill Smith as an anchor tenant at Tektronix. Great to see the success and impact that the Old Mill District has meant to Bend, Oregon.

Ro
Review №92

We frequently visit and the wine shop in the mall. Enjoy it very much!

Fe
Review №93

Nice open air mall with beautiful views of the river and mountains...

Ki
Review №94

Great way to repurpose the old mill into a nice shopping center.

Pa
Review №95

Lots of neat shopping boutiques here and neat restaurants.

Ma
Review №96

Nice shops to visit, only thing was that most of them were closed by 6pm.

Su
Review №97

Beautiful area to meet up with old friends. Great restaurants and shops.

An
Review №98

Many pictures to take, and beautiful colors to see!

Na
Review №99

Loved this area of Bend. Lots of trendy stores, walkable, and the free spirit drop in ninja gym for kids was a huge hit. Bring your own snacks so you can enjoy the one time fee/experience longer. So much to do there, slides, rock walks, a warped wall, floating steps and other strength based obstacles. Really great for 7-12, but my 4 year old loved it too (she just needed a little help to reach).

An
Review №100

Its a shopping area. Its fine. I didnt get shot. I also didnt find Nirvana.

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  • Address:450 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, OR 97702, United States
  • Site:https://www.oldmilldistrict.com/
  • Phone:+1 541-312-0131
Categories
  • Art gallery
  • Shopping mall
  • Event ticket seller
  • Fitness center
  • Home goods store
  • Jeweler
  • Live music venue
  • Movie theater
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–7pm
  • Tuesday:10am–7pm
  • Wednesday:10am–7pm
  • Thursday:10am–7pm
  • Friday:10am–7pm
  • Saturday:11am–6pm
  • Sunday:10am–7pm
Highlights
  • Play area:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
Amenities
  • Public toilet:Yes
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