Where to Shop In New York

How do you answer the question "where to shop in New York"? That's not an easy question. There are hundreds of stores in New York City alone. Whatever you want to buy, there's a store for it in New York. Everything from discount shops to high-fashion stores can be found in NYC.

Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue are iconic shopping districts. Bloomingdale's, Barney's, Saks, and the exclusive Bergdorf Goodman all live in these sections. Visit Macy's for a 10 floor shoppers' paradise or Takashamaya for something fabulous. Madison and Fifth Avenues are definite stops on your New York shopping tour, even if its just to window shop.

For some great deals on high end merchandise, head over to the Garment District. The Garment District is home to most of New York's famous sample sales.Sample sales are ways for designers to recoup some of their losses for the season by selling off their samples, overstocks, and canceled orders. Most sample sales are very "hush hush" to avoid annoying major department stores who's revenues are seriously undercut by the direct sales.

SoHo is home to the trendiest boutiques around. Small shops rub elbows with name-brand satellite stores in this hip neighborhood. Once a factory district saved by artists, SoHo has become a fantastic tourist and shoppers destination. Not only is there great shopping here, but there's historic architecture around every corner.

Of course every neighborhood has at least some interesting shops around. Check out the super-stylish Chelsea and Meat Packing District for some really great finds. Remember that New York City is more than just Manhattan and check out the small, cool stores in Brooklyn or Queens. Or venture outside the city for some great outlet shopping.

There are also lots of shopping tours available if you're still at a loss for a destination. Tours of different neighborhoods or for special occasions are available. Check out Shop Gotham for some fabulous New York shopping tours. Or visit Citysearch for a category listing of New York shops.

The shopping in New York City and the surrounding areas is really super, and is the perfect destination for whatever you want to buy. Whether you're looking for classic vintage, haute couture, or something simple you can find it in New York.

There's more than clothes shopping in New York, though. Great accessories, furniture, and gifts are everywhere. Take a look at New York Magazine's shopping site to see what's hot in NYC.