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Shopping in New York: The best shopping streets and tips
Published on 30 January 2024,. Last updated on 1 June 2025,
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Shopping in New York is a lot of fun, but there are so many shopping options in New York that it would take years to visit every square meter of retail space. And to help you make a good choice of where to go for a day of shopping in New York during your city trip, we have listed the best shopping streets for you in this blog.
Shopping in New York
Shopping in New York is a lot of fun and sometimes cheaper or more expensive than you are used to in your own country. And you often come across products that are only available in America. Fortunately, you never have to search long for the most exclusive shops in New York, because all kinds of shopping areas are hidden around the city’s most popular sights, with stores such as Macy’s, Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany and Co, Prada, Chanel, Coach, H& M and the Nike store.
Shopping in SoHo
Shopping in SoHo should definitely be part of your New York vacation. SoHo light between Houston Street, Canal Street, Sixth Avenue and Lafayette Street. And the buildings in SoHo are known for their atmospheric appearance with streets of clinker bricks. In SoHo you will not only find very nice little shops but also shops of popular brands, such as Prada, Chanel, Coach, H&M, Alex & Ani and Victoria’s Secret. It is best to go shopping in SoHo on a weekday because it can be very busy in SoHo on weekends.
Shopping in New York on Broadway
Broadway is one of the best places to shop in New York, because on Broadway you will not only find many theaters, but also many shops. The shopping street of Broadway is more than twenty kilometers long and the shopping street extends to Manhattan Island. On Broadway you will find several stores of popular brands, such as Banana Republic, Levi’s, H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, Prada and many others. Broadway is also home to a very large Nike Store with five floors full of sneakers and sportswear. In this Nike store you can also find many Nike shoes that are only sold in America and are not available online in Europe.
Shopping in the Meatpacking District
The Meatpacking District is a nice starting point for a fun day of shopping in New York. In the cute little stores, you’ll find original items you won’t find in Europe. The Meatpacking District in New York is located in the borough of Manhattan, which runs from West 14th Street to Gansevoort Street, and from the Hudson River to Hudson Street.
Shopping in New York on Fifth Avenue
Shopping in New York on Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue is the best option if you like luxury brands. Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue run parallel to each other and are among the most expensive shopping streets in New York. These shopping streets mainly contain stores from major designers, such as Calvin Kleina and Prada. And on Fifth Avenue you will also find several large luxury department stores, such as Bergdorf Goodman and Saks. But even if the shops are out of your budget and you can only do window shopping, Fifth Avenue is still worth walking through.
Apple Store in New York
Fifth Avenue is also home to the largest and most famous Apple Store in the world. In this beautiful store you can buy the latest Apple products, such as an iPhone or iPad. And whether you are a fan or not, the Apple store is a must visit during your city trip to New York.
Shopping in New York at Times Square
Shopping in New York on Times Square during your city trip to New York is really great. On Times Square you will find many shops of popular brands, such as;
1. Forever 21 (trendy clothing store for the real shop-aholic) 2. M&M Mega Store (if you like sweets) 3. Hershey’s Chocolate World (chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate) 4. Tasty D-light (delicious low-calorie ice cream, delicious in the summer) 5. Crumbs Bake Shop (cupcakes and other delicious pastries)
Shopping at Macy's in New York
If you go shopping in New York for a day, you should definitely go to Macy’s. Macy’s is the largest department store in New York. The department store covers the entire block on Herald Square and has eleven floors. At Macy’s you will find the most famous fashion brands such as Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. In addition, you will also find a large collection of sportswear and household items at Macy’s.
Shop at Woodbury Common Premium Outlet
If you really want to spend a day shopping in New York and benefit from great discounts on designer brands, visit the Woodbury Common Premium Outlet in New York. At Woodbury Common Premium Outlet you will find more than 240 stores, all offering significant discounts on designer brands.
Opening hours of the stores in New York
The opening hours of the stores in New York vary. Some stores such as so-called “delis” are often open 24 hours a day. These are the stores where you sell food, drinks and drugstore items. Most other stores open their doors between 8 and 10 am and close again between 9 – 10 pm.
Our experiences and opinions about shopping in New York
During our stays in New York we shopped in many different neighborhoods. There is something for everyone, from the big department stores on Fifth Avenue to the small boutiques in Brooklyn.
What we noticed is that it can be very busy, especially on weekends. We found it more pleasant to shop in the morning or during the week.
Prices are often higher than in many other countries in Europe, but during sales or in outlets you can find good deals.
All in all, we found shopping in New York fun and varied, especially if you plan well and know where to go.
Our 5 tips for shopping in New York
Based on our stays in New York, we share 5 tips that can help you while shopping:
1. Go during the week or early in the day: This way you will avoid the biggest crowds.
2. Pay attention to taxes: At the checkout, sales tax will be added to the price.
3. Also visit lesser-known neighborhoods: Williamsburg and Nolita have original shops and are quieter.
4. Check for discounts in advance: You can save a lot online or at outlets such as Woodbury Common.
5. Bring an extra bag: Handy for all your purchases, especially if you shop a lot.
Shopping in New York: The best shopping streets and tips
Shopping in New York is a lot of fun, but there are so many shopping options in New York that it would take years to visit every square meter of retail space. And to help you make a good choice of where to go for a day of shopping in New York during your city trip, we have listed the best shopping streets for you in this blog.
Shopping in New York
Shopping in New York is a lot of fun and sometimes cheaper or more expensive than you are used to in your own country. And you often come across products that are only available in America. Fortunately, you never have to search long for the most exclusive shops in New York, because all kinds of shopping areas are hidden around the city’s most popular sights, with stores such as Macy’s, Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany and Co, Prada, Chanel, Coach, H& M and the Nike store.
Shopping in SoHo
Shopping in SoHo should definitely be part of your New York vacation. SoHo light between Houston Street, Canal Street, Sixth Avenue and Lafayette Street. And the buildings in SoHo are known for their atmospheric appearance with streets of clinker bricks. In SoHo you will not only find very nice little shops but also shops of popular brands, such as Prada, Chanel, Coach, H&M, Alex & Ani and Victoria’s Secret. It is best to go shopping in SoHo on a weekday because it can be very busy in SoHo on weekends.
Shopping in New York on Broadway
Broadway is one of the best places to shop in New York, because on Broadway you will not only find many theaters, but also many shops. The shopping street of Broadway is more than twenty kilometers long and the shopping street extends to Manhattan Island. On Broadway you will find several stores of popular brands, such as Banana Republic, Levi’s, H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, Prada and many others. Broadway is also home to a very large Nike Store with five floors full of sneakers and sportswear. In this Nike store you can also find many Nike shoes that are only sold in America and are not available online in Europe.
Shopping in the Meatpacking District
The Meatpacking District is a nice starting point for a fun day of shopping in New York. In the cute little stores, you’ll find original items you won’t find in Europe. The Meatpacking District in New York is located in the borough of Manhattan, which runs from West 14th Street to Gansevoort Street, and from the Hudson River to Hudson Street.
Shopping in New York on Fifth Avenue
Shopping in New York on Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue is the best option if you like luxury brands. Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue run parallel to each other and are among the most expensive shopping streets in New York. These shopping streets mainly contain stores from major designers, such as Calvin Kleina and Prada. And on Fifth Avenue you will also find several large luxury department stores, such as Bergdorf Goodman and Saks. But even if the shops are out of your budget and you can only do window shopping, Fifth Avenue is still worth walking through.
Apple Store in New York
Fifth Avenue is also home to the largest and most famous Apple Store in the world. In this beautiful store you can buy the latest Apple products, such as an iPhone or iPad. And whether you are a fan or not, the Apple store is a must visit during your city trip to New York.
Shopping in New York at Times Square
Shopping in New York on Times Square during your city trip to New York is really great. On Times Square you will find many shops of popular brands, such as;
1. Forever 21 (trendy clothing store for the real shop-aholic)
2. M&M Mega Store (if you like sweets)
3. Hershey’s Chocolate World (chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate)
4. Tasty D-light (delicious low-calorie ice cream, delicious in the summer)
5. Crumbs Bake Shop (cupcakes and other delicious pastries)
Shopping at Macy's in New York
If you go shopping in New York for a day, you should definitely go to Macy’s. Macy’s is the largest department store in New York. The department store covers the entire block on Herald Square and has eleven floors. At Macy’s you will find the most famous fashion brands such as Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. In addition, you will also find a large collection of sportswear and household items at Macy’s.
Shop at Woodbury Common Premium Outlet
If you really want to spend a day shopping in New York and benefit from great discounts on designer brands, visit the Woodbury Common Premium Outlet in New York. At Woodbury Common Premium Outlet you will find more than 240 stores, all offering significant discounts on designer brands.
Opening hours of the stores in New York
The opening hours of the stores in New York vary. Some stores such as so-called “delis” are often open 24 hours a day. These are the stores where you sell food, drinks and drugstore items. Most other stores open their doors between 8 and 10 am and close again between 9 – 10 pm.
Our experiences and opinions about shopping in New York
During our stays in New York we shopped in many different neighborhoods. There is something for everyone, from the big department stores on Fifth Avenue to the small boutiques in Brooklyn.
What we noticed is that it can be very busy, especially on weekends. We found it more pleasant to shop in the morning or during the week.
Prices are often higher than in many other countries in Europe, but during sales or in outlets you can find good deals.
All in all, we found shopping in New York fun and varied, especially if you plan well and know where to go.
Our 5 tips for shopping in New York
Based on our stays in New York, we share 5 tips that can help you while shopping:
1. Go during the week or early in the day: This way you will avoid the biggest crowds.
2. Pay attention to taxes: At the checkout, sales tax will be added to the price.
3. Also visit lesser-known neighborhoods: Williamsburg and Nolita have original shops and are quieter.
4. Check for discounts in advance: You can save a lot online or at outlets such as Woodbury Common.
5. Bring an extra bag: Handy for all your purchases, especially if you shop a lot.
Edward and Raziye
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