New York City Shopping
One would expect the center of the civilized universe to contain
the ultimate places to shop, and you will not be disappointed. You
have read about them, seen them in movies, and may have visited
one of their local branches in or near your home town. We have selected
just a few special places for you, noted for their place in American
folklore, as well as their stature amongst the world’s shopping
venues. Even if you are not much of a shopper at home, take the
time while in New York City to explore the ultimate in shopping
experiences.
 Toys”R”Us
Even if you have never set foot in a toy store, or when you
think of shopping only clothes and handbags come to mind, you must
save some time to at least walk inside the newest headquarters of
Toys”R”Us. Like a free amusement park in the center of
Times Square, this latest winner in the world competition of biggest
and best is a humming and buzzing city unto itself, an incarnate
mind of the American child where adults are more than welcome to
play and explore more sophisticated toys, games and recreational
supplies. You will never forget your first experience at this largest
toy shop in the world.
1514 Broadway, (800) TOYS-R-US
Barney’s
When Barney Pressman opened his men’s clothing shop in the
mid-1920s, his unique level of customer service, where the staff
is well-informed about suit making and fitting, where your dog is
welcome, and they will even come outside and hail a cab for you,
defined a new era in retailing. Barney’s was the first store
in New York City to take risks on unknown designers like Armani,
still sets the pace in New York’s fashion world, and now markets
women’s fashions and unique lines of home furnishings, as well.
Also a great place for star-spotting, Jack Nicholson and Mick Jagger
are frequent visitors.
Madison Avenue and 61st Street, (212) 826-8900
Macy’s
The 25 blocks between Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s contain
the largest, oldest and best known department stores in the world.
Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Gimbel’s (now merged with
Sak’s Fifth Avenue) are an integral part of American culture.
The most famous of Thanksgiving Day parades to usher in the Christmas
season is sponsored by Macy’s, “Bloomie’s” has
been a household name for decades, and it was Gimbel’s Santa
who starred in It’s a Wonderful Life. Be sure to explore this
unique corridor of the best department store shopping anywhere.
Herald Square at 34th Street and Broadway, (212) 695-4400
Bloomingdale’s
1000 3rd Avenue at 59th Street, (212) 705-2000
Sak’s Fifth
Avenue
611 5th Avenue at 50th Street, (212) 753-4000
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