New York, made simple.
Shopping
Overview
This chapter reviews the New York shopping options you've expressed interest in. Feel free to make special requests any time!
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Department Stores
Macy's
| Address: | 151 W 34th St (btw 6th & 7th Ave) |
| Hours: | 10 AM - 9:30 PM (Sun: 11 AM - 8 PM) |
| Close to: | Herald Square, Empire State Building |
"The World's Largest Department Store" boasts ten floors of shopping within a massive building that stretches over an entire New York City block. This is New York's most famous grand full-service shopping experience, so no trip is complete without stepping foot in here.
Macy's sits right in the heart of the beautiful Herald Square, a vibrant interchange somewhat reminiscent of Times Square with bountiful seating where you can sit and watch the city go by.
They also go all out in the Christmas spirit, with elaborate window displays and decorations all through and around the store that make for an iconic New York holiday shopping experience.
Macy's sits right in the heart of the beautiful Herald Square, a vibrant interchange somewhat reminiscent of Times Square with bountiful seating where you can sit and watch the city go by.
They also go all out in the Christmas spirit, with elaborate window displays and decorations all through and around the store that make for an iconic New York holiday shopping experience.
Directions: From your hotel, take an uptown 
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train from Union Square one stop to 34th St / Herald Square (3 minutes). Door-to-door time: 10 minutes.
or train from Union Square one stop to 34th St / Herald Square (3 minutes). Door-to-door time: 10 minutes.Comments:
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Additionally, all of 34th Street between 5th and 7th Avenues is a pretty major shopping corridor. In addition to Macy's there's Express, Banana Republic, lots of shoe stores., the Manhattan Mall, and the newly opened JCPenny.
- Greg, Dec 14, 7:21 PM
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Century 21
| Neighborhood: | Financial District |
| Address: | 22 Cortlandt St (across the WTC) |
| Hours: | M-W: 8 AM - 8 PM, Th-F: 8 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM, Sun: 11 AM - 7 PM |
| Close to: | World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty ferry, Brooklyn Bridge |
Century 21 is a New York institution famous for its expansive selection of brand-name clothing for deeply discounted prices. This is the place New Yorkers go for great deals on designer clothes.
Service can be gruff, the atmosphere is chaotic, and crowds can be intense. Arrive as early as possible if you visit on a weekend. But if you keep up your resolve you can walk out of here with some amazing bargains.
Service can be gruff, the atmosphere is chaotic, and crowds can be intense. Arrive as early as possible if you visit on a weekend. But if you keep up your resolve you can walk out of here with some amazing bargains.
Directions: From your hotel, take a downtown 
or 
train three stops to Fulton St (6 minutes), then walk south on Broadway to Cortlandt. Door-to-door time: 15 minutes.
or train three stops to Fulton St (6 minutes), then walk south on Broadway to Cortlandt. Door-to-door time: 15 minutes.Comments:
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Jill and Lauren will definitely want this. This is by the Statue of Liberty?
- Mark, Dec 15, 9:44 AM
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Yes, it's very convenient the Liberty ferry. You might want to check it out before or after you tour the statue. But earlier is always better at this place.
- Greg, Dec 15, 12:27 PM
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Shopping Districts
SoHo
SoHo spans from Houston St. to Canal St, west of the Bowery. Formerly known as an art gallery district, the neighborhood is now a center of fashionable clothing stores and high-end design boutiques.
Broadway, the area's major corridor, is solidly packed with name-brand outlets and department stores. Prince Street, which intersects Broadway, is a smaller but highly bustling street with smaller outlets from independent designers. And the cobble-stoned side streets hide amazing designer boutique shops that are well worth taking the time to explore (although they're not cheap).
Try walking down Broadway from Prince Street to Canal (about 10 blocks). You'll pass countless clothing shops. Top picks include Uniqlo's flagship store (a fashion sensation from Japan), Mango and Forever 21. Also check out Pearl River Mart, a huge place with a crazy selection of imported Asian goods, and Kate's Paperie.
See this map of the neighborhood for an orientation of these streets.
Broadway, the area's major corridor, is solidly packed with name-brand outlets and department stores. Prince Street, which intersects Broadway, is a smaller but highly bustling street with smaller outlets from independent designers. And the cobble-stoned side streets hide amazing designer boutique shops that are well worth taking the time to explore (although they're not cheap).
Try walking down Broadway from Prince Street to Canal (about 10 blocks). You'll pass countless clothing shops. Top picks include Uniqlo's flagship store (a fashion sensation from Japan), Mango and Forever 21. Also check out Pearl River Mart, a huge place with a crazy selection of imported Asian goods, and Kate's Paperie.
See this map of the neighborhood for an orientation of these streets.
Directions: From your hotel, take a downtown 
train two stops to Bleecker St (5 minutes). Walk west one block to Broadway, then walk south. Once you cross Houston St you're in SoHo.
train two stops to Bleecker St (5 minutes). Walk west one block to Broadway, then walk south. Once you cross Houston St you're in SoHo.Comments:
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Technology Shops
Apple Store Fifth Avene
| Address: | G.M. Plaza (59th St at 5th Ave) |
| Hours: | always open |
| Close to: | Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Roosevelt Island Tram |
Visitors and New Yorkers alike love to pay homage to Apple's flagship retail stores that showcase their latest products in serious style. The 59th & 5th store sits prominently in a splendid plaza overlooking bustling 5th Avenue, the Plaza Hotel, and the endless expanse of Central Park. It's always a crowded and energized affair here.
This is also home to FAO Schwarz, New York's most famous toy store (which is still pretty interesting for adults).
This is also home to FAO Schwarz, New York's most famous toy store (which is still pretty interesting for adults).
Directions: From your hotel, take an uptown train five stops to 5th Ave / 59th St (10 minutes). Door-to-door time: 15 minutes.
train five stops to 5th Ave / 59th St (10 minutes). Door-to-door time: 15 minutes.Comments:
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You said there's an Apple Store in Soho too? That might be easier if we're already down in the area.
- Mark, Dec 15, 9:49 AM
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Yes: 103 Prince Street at Greene (two blocks west of Broadway). They're honestly both convenient. If you're in SoHo, stop by the SoHo store. If you're in Midtown and happen by the area (which is quite possible), stop by the 5th Avenue location. It's your call.
- Greg, Dec 15, 12:28 PM
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