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Lower East Side/St. Marks Ave

The guide was updated: 2022-09-25

Every designer boutique you encounter here is hipper than the next. Vintage clothing is displayed and sold with equal measures of style. And it’s not a bad place to stop for a trendy haircut or a cup of coffee either.

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Address: Lower East Side/St. Marks Ave, New York

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Midtown

Midtown

If you’re able to tear yourself away from Macy’s, there are retail shops of all kinds as far as the eye can see in this neighborhood. Walk uptown and cross over to 5th Ave to see the shops grow increasingly delectable and exclusive towards Saks Fifth Ave.

Chinatown/Canal Street

Chinatown/Canal Street

Bustle through the street stalls to find bargain versions of top designer handbags, shoes, watches, and perfumes. Always haggle for a better price. Wander deeper into Chinatown to find more unusual goods.

Soho/Prince Street

Soho/Prince Street

Soho is the most stylish of neighborhoods for expensive designer goods and unbeatable window-shopping. Once the home of New York’s bohemian artist community, today a loft in SoHo sells for millions.

Lower East Side/St. Marks Ave

Lower East Side/St. Marks Ave

Every designer boutique you encounter here is hipper than the next. Vintage clothing is displayed and sold with equal measures of style. And it’s not a bad place to stop for a trendy haircut or a cup of coffee either.

Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market

Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market

Browse for antiques, dresses and shoes from the past century at the weekend street flea market in Hell’s Kitchen, rain or shine. Not old junk, but priceless relics. There are also several flea markets in the area of Sixth Ave and 26th Street.

Macy’s

Macy’s

Macy’s is the world’s largest department store, with seven floors of merchandise covering an entire city block. Even if your friends aren't interested in shopping you can always tempt them with the historical sight; the original wooden escalators, from 1902, that are still in use today.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Saks Fifth Avenue

At Saks Fifth Avenue you can revel in ten floors of world-famous luxury goods. Here you will find brands such as DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry London, Lacoste, and Vera Wang, just to name a few. On the eighth floor, you can take a break from all the shopping and sit down in a cafe.

Bloomingdale's

Bloomingdale's

Designers have shared floor space with mid-priced labels since 1886 in this Art Deco landmark building, housing one of the world’s most famous department stores. You will most likely find something here to bring back home in "the little brown bag."

B&H Photo Video and Pro Audio

B&H Photo Video and Pro Audio

B&H Photo Video and Pro Audio has been around since 1973 and serves New Yorkers and visitors with the latest technology. This world-class store is run by Hasidic Jews; opening hours therefore might vary from other shops.

Journeys

Journeys

When visiting New York, a necessary thing is comfortable shoes. At Journeys, you'll find all the trendy sneakers and shoes from brands like Vans, Adidas, Converse and New Balance and you find their shops on three locations on Manhattan.

Century 21 Department Store

Century 21 Department Store

Century 21 Department Store has some of the best discounts on clothing you can find anywhere. New shipments are brought in daily. While visiting New York, be sure to stop by and see how much you can save on a new touring outfit.

Bergdorf Goodman

Bergdorf Goodman

Bergdorf Goodman is one of New York City's quintessential shops. Loaded with designer clothing as well as unique offerings from not yet well-known artists and designers, it is a must-visit. Be sure to stock up on the season's latest trends.

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co.

If for no other reason than as homage to Audrey Hepburn and Truman Capote's famous novel "Breakfast at Tiffany's," visit Tiffany & Co.'s flagship New York City store. Inside, it will immediately become clear why people love Tiffany's. From diamonds to sapphires to simple charms and necklaces, Tiffany's jewelry and accessories will certainly enchant you.

The Strand

The Strand

For bibliophiles who still love to hold a paper-back in their hands, the Strand is one of the last great bookstores in Union Square. The Strand boasts over 18 miles of books all available for your perusal. Upstairs are fashion and art books; downstairs are books straight from the hands of some of the world's most well-known book critics.

8th Street and St. Mark's Place

8th Street and St. Mark's Place

For chic and affordable clothes, visit 8th Street and St. Mark's Place. The entire area is full of unique shops that feature a variety of items. Pick up some vintage jewelry and a new outfit for your stay in New York City.

Erie Basin

Erie Basin

Focusing on antique and vintage jewelry, Erie Basin has unique pieces that you have never seen before. Some of their inventory features stunning emerald pieces dating back to the 1920s, Victorian era rings, and quaint diamond rings. Stop in and see what treasures you might find.

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