{"id":272731,"date":"2026-06-26T13:37:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T11:37:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=272731"},"modified":"2026-06-27T08:12:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T06:12:48","slug":"new-york-shopping-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Shopping in New York: 20 Stores &#038; Spots (5th Avenue, SoHo, Outlets) 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New York serves up unforgettable experiences on every corner, but few can match the feeling of strolling down Manhattan&#8217;s famous avenues with a coffee in hand, discovering local stores as you go. The city that never sleeps dictates global trends, and you get the rare chance to be right at the source. Whether you&#8217;re hunting for iconic fashion houses, hidden boutiques packed with independent designers, or gigantic outlets, <strong>shopping in New York<\/strong> lives up to the expectations of even the most demanding travellers. Glittering window displays, historic buildings, and endless options turn an ordinary spending spree into a full-blown cultural event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On your first or second visit, the sheer scale of it all can feel a little overwhelming, especially if you&#8217;re travelling with family or a partner and want to make the most of your time. Distances on Manhattan are deceptive, and without a plan you can easily end up with an empty wallet and the nagging feeling that you missed the best spots. You don&#8217;t need to spend thousands of dollars to bring home original pieces, you just need to know which streets to head for and the rules the local stores play by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide covers the most important shopping zones, from luxurious Fifth Avenue through the stylish lanes of SoHo to the flea markets of Brooklyn. You&#8217;ll find big department stores, outlets beyond the city limits, and a clear explanation of the American tax system so there are no nasty surprises at the till. Better to start packing your suitcase only after you land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4266b86c3dc&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4266b86c3dc\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square.jpg\" alt=\"Macy&#039;s department store on Herald Square\" class=\"wp-image-227748\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-macys-herald-square-696x392.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Macy&#8217;s department store on Herald Square (photo: Arild V\u00e5gen, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#5th_Avenue_and_luxury_shopping\" >5th Avenue and luxury shopping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#SoHo_and_NoLita_boutiques_and_flagship_stores\" >SoHo and NoLita: boutiques and flagship stores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#The_biggest_shopping_centres_and_department_stores\" >The biggest shopping centres and department stores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Sales_and_shopping_outlets_in_New_York_City\" >Sales and shopping outlets in New York City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Vintage_markets_and_books\" >Vintage, markets and books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Taxes_prices_and_how_to_save_money\" >Taxes, prices and how to save money<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Tips_and_travellers_experiences\" >Tips and travellers&#8217; experiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Where_to_stay_for_shopping\" >Where to stay for shopping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Where_to_next\" >Where to next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Where_to_shop_in_New_York\" >Where to shop in New York?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#How_high_is_the_sales_tax_when_shopping_in_New_York\" >How high is the sales tax when shopping in New York?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Where_are_the_outlets_near_New_York\" >Where are the outlets near New York?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Is_it_worth_buying_clothes_and_sneakers_in_New_York\" >Is it worth buying clothes and sneakers in New York?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#Does_Tax_Free_work_in_the_USA_for_tourists\" >Does Tax Free work in the USA for tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-shopping-guide\/#What_to_bring_back_from_New_York\" >What to bring back from New York?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The price on the tag isn&#8217;t final, the 8.875% sales tax is added at the till, so always budget for the increase<\/li>\n<li>Clothing and footwear under $110 per item are exempt from tax in New York, so you pay exactly the price on the label<\/li>\n<li>Tax-free shopping for tourists, like in Europe, doesn&#8217;t exist in the USA, you can&#8217;t claim the tax back<\/li>\n<li>Woodbury Common Premium Outlets: an hour by bus from Manhattan, over 250 brands, the best outlet in the area<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t buy souvenirs on Times Square, a few blocks away or in Chinatown you&#8217;ll get the same things for half the price<\/li>\n<li>With electronics, watch the \u00a3390 customs limit for bringing goods into the UK and the American 120V sockets<\/li>\n<li>Fifth Avenue: luxury brands Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany, the Apple Store (the glass cube) and FAO Schwarz near Rockefeller Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5th_Avenue_and_luxury_shopping\"><\/span>5th Avenue and luxury shopping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Famous Fifth Avenue acts as a shop window for global fashion, and a walk down it belongs on every New York itinerary. The most interesting stretch runs from 49th Street north towards Central Park, home to the most prestigious brands. Even if you have no plans to drop thousands of dollars on designer pieces, a visit to the flagship stores here delivers a visual experience on par with touring a modern art gallery. The building architecture, the meticulous window arrangements, and the first-class customer service create an atmosphere you won&#8217;t find anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iconic department store <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Saks Fifth Avenue<\/a><\/strong> (611 Fifth Ave) dominates Midtown with its ten floors packed with luxury fashion, cosmetics, and accessories. Shoppers come not only for the huge selection of global designers but also for the legendary shoe department, which even has its own postal code. During the winter months the building&#8217;s facade transforms into a magical Christmas window show with light and music projections that reliably bring traffic to a halt for blocks around. Inside you&#8217;ll find helpful staff ready to assist, whether you&#8217;re after an exclusive perfume or an evening gown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right at the southeast corner of Central Park stands <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergdorfgoodman.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bergdorf Goodman<\/a><\/strong> (754 Fifth Ave), a byword for the absolute peak of New York luxury. This department store has a more intimate and elegant feel than its rivals, and the upper floors offer breathtaking views over the park&#8217;s trees. Private advisors help clients assemble entire wardrobes, and the home d\u00e9cor department feels more like a museum exhibit. The men&#8217;s section sits in a separate building directly across the street, giving both departments maximum comfort and space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jewellery lovers can&#8217;t skip a visit to <strong>Tiffany &amp; Co<\/strong> (725 Fifth Ave), the legendary jeweller that recently underwent an extensive renovation and now carries the subtitle The Landmark. The dazzling interiors blend historic <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Elements Hotel&amp;Spa\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/elements-hotelspa\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">elements<\/a> with modern art, displaying some of the world&#8217;s most brilliant diamonds across several floors. On the top floor you can visit the popular Blue Box Cafe, where you can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast in stylish turquoise surroundings, following in the footsteps of a certain famous film heroine. I&#8217;d recommend booking a table well in advance, because interest from tourists around the world never lets up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tech enthusiasts will automatically head for the <strong>Apple Store Fifth Avenue<\/strong>, easily recognised by the iconic glass cube on the plaza in front of the Plaza Hotel. This architectural gem operates 24\/7, so you can try out a new phone or headphones at three in the morning if you fancy. The underground store itself offers a vast, light-filled space with living trees and hundreds of devices on display ready to test. A little further along towards Rockefeller Center, families with children will find the toy store <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faoschwarz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FAO Schwarz<\/a><\/strong> (30 Rockefeller Plaza), famous for the giant floor piano from the film Big, where you can dance about and try to play your favourite tune.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4266b86c9f4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4266b86c9f4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" 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class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SoHo_and_NoLita_boutiques_and_flagship_stores\"><\/span>SoHo and NoLita: boutiques and flagship stores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4266b86d08f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4266b86d08f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1035\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-butik-kabelky.jpg\" alt=\"Boutique with 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\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Boutiques in SoHo (photo: shattha pilabut, Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SoHo neighbourhood (South of Houston Street) is the complete opposite of the skyscrapers and the bustle around Times Square. Its signature cast-iron architecture, historic buildings, and the cobblestoned Prince Street create a unique backdrop for one of the best open-air shopping districts in the world. Originally an industrial area full of artists&#8217; studios, it gradually turned into a home for global brands while keeping its bohemian, visually striking character. Wandering the streets here is a pleasure even if you have no plans to buy anything, because the window displays look like modern art installations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports fans should head to the five-storey <strong>Nike SoHo<\/strong> (529 Broadway), which pushes the boundaries of ordinary shopping. It isn&#8217;t just shelves full of trainers, inside you&#8217;ll find a basketball court, running treadmills, and zones for testing football boots. On the fifth floor there&#8217;s a special personalisation lab where experts customise your trainers or clothing exactly to your taste using patches, prints, and unique laces. The shopping experience is rounded off by professional staff who know the technology and materials of each product inside out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just a few blocks away sits <strong>Apple SoHo<\/strong> (103 Prince St), housed in a beautiful historic former post office building. Compared to the busy glass cube on Fifth Avenue, the pace here is far calmer, the interior features original brick walls, and a generous skylight lets soft daylight pour in. This branch often runs free educational workshops focused on photography, music-making, or coding. For buying electronics or getting a consultation with technical support, this location is a much more pleasant and less stressful option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The neighbouring area of NoLita (North of Little Italy) flows seamlessly on from SoHo but offers a more intimate, cosier atmosphere. Streets like Mott Street and Elizabeth Street are lined with trees, brick houses, and dozens of independent boutiques from local designers, where you can pick up original jewellery, hand-sewn clothing, or unique homeware. The shops here focus on quality, sustainability, and limited editions, so the chance of bumping into someone wearing the same coat as you drops to near zero. The narrow pavements and the absence of big multinational chains give the neighbourhood the feel of a small European village in the middle of an enormous metropolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While exploring NoLita you&#8217;ll come across the premium cosmetics store <strong>Aesop<\/strong>, which lures you in with its signature herbal scent. The interior respects the neighbourhood&#8217;s history, combining raw materials with elegant brass basins where you can try out all the products firsthand. After a demanding session of trying on clothes and testing cosmetics, I&#8217;d recommend a stop at the French concept store <strong>La Mercerie<\/strong>. This charming space combines a designer furniture shop with an elegant caf\u00e9 serving excellent vegetarian quiche, fresh pastries, and speciality coffee in gorgeous ceramic crockery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_biggest_shopping_centres_and_department_stores\"><\/span>The biggest shopping centres and department stores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">American department stores have defined shopping culture for over a century, and a visit to New York wouldn&#8217;t be complete without them. <strong>Macy&#8217;s Herald Square<\/strong> (on 34th Street) takes up an entire city block and proudly holds the title of the largest department store in the world. The historic building hides ten floors packed with fashion, cosmetics, accessories, and homeware from hundreds of different brands. The original wooden escalators from the 1920s still run, carrying shoppers to the upper floors and lending the place a nostalgic touch you won&#8217;t find in any other shopping centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For foreign tourists, Macy&#8217;s has a very welcome bonus in the form of a discount card. Just take your passport to the visitor centre on the mezzanine or to the information desk, where you&#8217;ll get a pass giving you 10% off most of the range. This discount is valid for thirty days and can even be applied to goods already reduced in ongoing sales. \ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you download the store&#8217;s app or visit their website, you&#8217;ll often get an electronic discount code straight to your phone, which saves the time you&#8217;d otherwise spend queuing at the visitor centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another icon of the New York retail scene is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloomingdales.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bloomingdale&#8217;s<\/a><\/strong> (1000 Third Ave), occupying the prime corner of 59th Street and Lexington Avenue. This department store is best known for its iconic brown shopping bags marked Little Brown Bag, which have become a popular souvenir in their own right. The ground floor wows visitors with a huge cosmetics and perfume department, with floors of premium everyday and evening fashion above. The black-and-white chequerboard floor and luxurious lighting create an elegant setting that invites long shopping sessions and the discovery of new designer collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re after the most modern approach to the customer, head to the flagship <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nordstrom.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Nordstrom<\/a><\/strong> (225 W 57th St), built close to Central Park. The seven-storey building with its wavy glass facade lets in maximum daylight and offers an airy, uncluttered interior. Nordstrom is famous for the largest selection of shoes in all of New York, an extensive beauty treatments department, and top-notch customer service. 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12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Woodbury Common Premium Outlets (photo: Fourc, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scoring designer clothing for a fraction of the original price is the main goal of a New York trip for many travellers. The legendary store <strong>Century 21<\/strong> (22 Cortlandt St), in the Financial District opposite the World Trade Center memorial, has been making those dreams come true for decades. After a forced bankruptcy in 2020 the store thankfully reopened, and once again offers designer pieces at outlet prices right on Manhattan. The shopping system takes patience, you have to dig through densely packed rails and shelves, but the reward is luxury dresses, handbags, or men&#8217;s suits often discounted by sixty to eighty percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An excellent alternative for bargain shopping right in the city is <strong>Nordstrom Rack<\/strong>, the off-price division of the famous department store, with several branches across New York. Here you&#8217;ll find older collections, surplus stock, or trial samples from the main Nordstrom at significantly lower prices. Unlike the neatly arranged parent store, the Rack has a touch of chaos, with shoes sorted by size into long aisles and clothing hanging by the hundreds on long rails. But anyone with a sharp eye and time to search will discover premium denim brands, quality leather accessories, and branded sportswear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the biggest outlet experience, though, you&#8217;ll need to head beyond the city limits to <strong>Woodbury Common Premium Outlets<\/strong>. This vast complex in the Central Valley area resembles a tidy little village and gathers over 250 brands, from affordable sportswear makers to the most luxurious European fashion houses. The bus ride from the Port Authority terminal on Manhattan takes about an hour, and I&#8217;d recommend buying tickets online in advance. Once you arrive, make your way to the customer centre, where on presenting your passport you&#8217;ll get a VIP discount booklet that adds another ten to twenty percent off the already reduced prices at selected retailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning your day at Woodbury Common takes a strategic approach, because you can&#8217;t get round the place in a couple of hours. The key to success is arriving for opening time, when the stores are freshly tidied, sizes are available, and there are no long queues at the tills. Pick up a map of the complex at the entrance, circle your priority brands, and work through it systematically by colour-coded zone. In the middle of the complex there&#8217;s a spacious caf\u00e9 park and food court where you can recharge for the next round of trying on clothes, and the on-site restaurants offer a generous selection of fully vegetarian dishes too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t fancy an hour on the bus, there&#8217;s a newer and more accessible option in the form of <strong>Empire Outlets<\/strong> on Staten Island. You reach this complex on Richmond Terrace via the iconic orange Staten Island Ferry, which runs from Lower Manhattan for free and offers a lovely view of the Statue of Liberty. 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Option to compare hotels of various categories from luxury to affordable boutique hotels.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Check prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vintage_markets_and_books\"><\/span>Vintage, markets and books<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4266b86ea10&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4266b86ea10\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"852\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore.jpg\" alt=\"Strand Bookstore with its red awnings\" class=\"wp-image-228530\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/nakupy-strand-bookstore-696x463.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Strand Bookstore near Union Square (photo: Brianne.sperber, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New York isn&#8217;t all about big brands and polished window displays, second-hand culture is hugely popular here too. Book lovers should head to Union Square, home to the legendary <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strandbooks.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Strand Bookstore<\/a><\/strong> (828 Broadway). This independent shop is famous for its slogan about eighteen miles of books and hides over two and a half million new, used, and rare volumes within its walls. The iconic red sign above the entrance welcomes readers from all over the world, who can spend hours getting lost in the narrow aisles lined with shelves, browsing art publications, or hunting for rare first editions in the special collectors&#8217; department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone after unique pieces and local culture will find their paradise at the weekend markets. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brooklynflea.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Brooklyn Flea<\/a><\/strong> changes its location with the seasons, often coming alive in summer under the arch of the Manhattan Bridge in DUMBO or in Williamsburg. Dozens of sellers lay out their tables full of antiques, retro clothing, old maps, jewellery, and boxes stuffed with vinyl records. The atmosphere is rounded off by stalls serving excellent vegetarian street food, live music, and a colourful mix of locals who come here to spend lazy weekend afternoons and haggle over rare finds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A similar concept, but indoors and with a greater emphasis on independent makers, is offered by <strong>Artists &amp; Fleas<\/strong>. Their permanent branches are in Chelsea Market and at 70 N 7th St in Williamsburg. Sellers here offer handmade soaps, original prints, upcycled fashion, and bespoke jewellery. The advantage of this market is direct contact with the makers, who are happy to explain how things are made and the story behind each product. It&#8217;s the ideal place to buy meaningful souvenirs and gifts that weren&#8217;t churned out in a factory on the other side of the world, but created right in the studios of New York artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For fans of second-hand fashion, Brooklyn is the promised land, and <strong>Beacon&#8217;s Closet<\/strong> (88 N 11th St in Williamsburg) is its main temple. This enormous warehouse works on a buy-and-sell model, so local trendsetters bring in their cast-off designer pieces and the shop offers them straight back on. The interior is defined by endless rows of clothing arranged by colour, from pastel shades to deep black, which makes searching surprisingly quick. You can stumble upon barely-worn shoes from famous designers or vintage leather jackets from the eighties for very reasonable sums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re after affordable retro pieces rather than luxury brands, visit one of the branches of the <strong>L Train Vintage<\/strong> chain, scattered mainly across Brooklyn. These shops specialise in importing huge quantities of used clothing, which they sell at very low prices, often close to buying by weight. The racks overflow with classic flannel shirts, worn-in jeans from American brands, retro sports jackets, and tees with old band prints. Digging through the piles takes time and energy, but the feeling of finding a perfectly fitting denim jacket for a few dollars makes it well worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A chapter all of its own in New York shopping is the legendary store <strong>B&amp;H Photo Video<\/strong> (420 9th Ave in Midtown). It&#8217;s one of the largest stores for cameras, electronics, and audio gear in the world. You can spot it from a distance by its green awnings, and inside you&#8217;ll be amazed by its unique logistics system. Baskets of goods travel overhead on an ingenious system of conveyor belts straight from the warehouses to the tills. The store is owned and run by a community of Hasidic Jews, so check the opening hours before you visit, during Jewish holidays and from Friday afternoon until Saturday evening the doors stay firmly shut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxes_prices_and_how_to_save_money\"><\/span>Taxes, prices and how to save money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a British tourist, the biggest shock is usually the American way of displaying prices. The amount you see on the tag in a shop or on a restaurant menu never includes sales tax. In New York the so-called sales tax of 8.875% is added at the till. This rate is made up of three parts: city tax (4.5%), state tax (4%), and a special transport surcharge MCTD (0.375%). So if you pick a perfume off the shelf for a round one hundred dollars, the cashier will ask you for $108.88 at the till. You need to factor this increase into every purchase you plan so you don&#8217;t blow your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New York City does, however, offer one fantastic exception that will delight every fashion lover. <strong>Clothing and footwear under $110 per item are exempt from tax in New York.<\/strong> This works strictly per item, not per total purchase. If you put three pairs of trousers in your basket, each costing $95, you won&#8217;t pay a cent of tax even though the total bill exceeds one hundred and ten dollars. But the moment you add a winter coat for $115, the full 8.875% tax is charged on that specific item. This system massively favours shopping in the sales and at outlets, where most everyday clothing falls under the set limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike many European or Asian countries, there is no tax-free system for tourists in the United States. You&#8217;d look in vain for tax refund forms at the airport, the sales tax you pay stays with the American authorities and there&#8217;s no legal way to get it back. This is offset by huge seasonal sales. The biggest price drops come during Black Friday at the end of November, after Christmas, or over long weekends like Memorial Day and Labor Day. In the Garment District fashion area, so-called sample sales are also held regularly, where designers sell off trial samples from their shows at knockdown prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When paying by card in American shops you&#8217;ll run into one more small trap. Payment terminals often offer European cardholders so-called dynamic currency conversion (DCC) and ask whether you want the transaction charged in dollars or in pounds. Always, without exception, choose to pay in the local currency, that is, in US dollars. If you choose pounds, the terminal uses an extremely unfavourable exchange rate from the intermediary bank and the purchase costs you more than it should. Your home bank or modern travel cards like Revolut will convert dollars to pounds at a much better mid-market rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A final tip for thrifty travellers concerns the classic souvenirs. Avoid buying magnets, I Love NY T-shirts, and miniature Statues of Liberty right on Times Square or immediately next to the main attractions. Retailers in these areas pay astronomical rents and souvenir prices reflect that. Just walk three blocks away towards Eighth or Ninth Avenue, or head straight for Chinatown around Canal Street. In these areas you&#8217;ll find identical goods, but at half, and often a third, of the price, and in Chinatown you can even haggle successfully over the price of larger purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_travellers_experiences\"><\/span>Tips and travellers&#8217; experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The price on the tag isn&#8217;t final, budget for the 8.875% sales tax surcharge at the till<\/li>\n<li>The tax exemption on clothing under $110 per item saves money mainly in the sales<\/li>\n<li>Trainers and American brands work out significantly cheaper at Woodbury than in the UK<\/li>\n<li>Watch the UK customs limit of \u00a3390, especially with pricey electronics, and keep your receipts<\/li>\n<li>Buy souvenirs away from Times Square for half price in Chinatown or a few blocks over<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For up-to-date information on temporary stores, pop-up boutiques, and seasonal sales, follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official NYC tourism website<\/a>. You&#8217;ll find an events calendar, maps of individual neighbourhoods, and practical advice for getting around the city easily, all of which will help you plan your shopping days as efficiently as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_for_shopping\"><\/span>Where to stay for shopping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right location to stay saves you a heap of time and sore feet, because hauling full bags through a packed subway quickly loses its charm. The Midtown Manhattan area has an unbeatable advantage here. Staying around 34th to 50th Street means famous Fifth Avenue, the enormous Macy&#8217;s, and dozens of other popular stores are all within walking distance. When your hands are full of bags, you can easily nip back to the hotel, drop off your haul, rest for a bit, and head out for another round without traipsing across the whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Midtown is a strategic spot if you&#8217;re planning trips beyond Manhattan too. Within walking distance is the enormous Port Authority bus terminal, where direct services leave for the Woodbury Common outlet, and Penn Station for journeys into New Jersey. This central part of the city is also brimming with hotels of every category, from luxurious five-star complexes to affordable boutique hotels, so there&#8217;s something for families with children and couples looking for a romantic base for their New York stay alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For comfortable shopping it pays to stay close to the stores. Take a look at hotels in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=nakupovani&#038;address=Midtown%2C%20New%20York\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Midtown<\/a> near Fifth Avenue and Macy&#8217;s, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=nakupovani&#038;address=New%20York\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">compare all accommodation in New York<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_next\"><\/span>Where to next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\">44 things to see in New York<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-usa-5-days\/\" target=\"_blank\">Itinerary for 3, 5 or 7 days in New York<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/new-york-city-3-days\/\" target=\"_blank\">New York in 3 days: what to fit in<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_shop_in_New_York\"><\/span>Where to shop in New York?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most luxurious brands are located on Fifth Avenue in the section below Central Park. Independent boutiques and designer shops can be found in the SoHo and NoLita neighborhoods, while large department stores like Macy&#8217;s and Bloomingdale&#8217;s cover the Midtown area. For bargain shopping, it&#8217;s worth heading to Century 21 stores or the Woodbury Common outlet.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_high_is_the_sales_tax_when_shopping_in_New_York\"><\/span>How high is the sales tax when shopping in New York?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The basic sales tax is 8.875 percent and is added to the price of goods at the register. However, clothing and footwear priced under $110 per item are fully exempt from this tax. This limit is assessed per individual item, not for the total purchase in your cart.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_are_the_outlets_near_New_York\"><\/span>Where are the outlets near New York?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most famous and largest shopping complex, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, is located about an hour&#8217;s bus ride from Manhattan and offers over 250 brands. Closer to the city, you&#8217;ll find Empire Outlets on Staten Island, which you can easily reach by free ferry. Right on Manhattan itself, there are discount stores Century 21 and Nordstrom Rack.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_worth_buying_clothes_and_sneakers_in_New_York\"><\/span>Is it worth buying clothes and sneakers in New York?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>American brands like Nike, Levi&#8217;s, Calvin Klein or Tommy Hilfiger can be bought in the United States significantly cheaper than in Europe. You&#8217;ll see the biggest savings when shopping at outlets or during major sales. For clothing and shoes up to 110 dollars per item, you&#8217;ll also save money thanks to the local tax exemption.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Tax_Free_work_in_the_USA_for_tourists\"><\/span>Does Tax Free work in the USA for tourists?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The United States does not operate a tax refund system for foreign tourists, which you may be familiar with from European airports. You cannot reclaim the sales tax you&#8217;ve paid in any way. This drawback is compensated by stores with frequent sales promotions and a general tax exemption on cheaper clothing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749520000006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_bring_back_from_New_York\"><\/span>What to bring back from New York?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Besides advantageous brand-name clothing and cosmetics, focus on local products from independent makers at Brooklyn&#8217;s markets. Rare books from the legendary Strand bookstore or vinyl records from local flea markets also make great souvenirs. Buy cheap keepsakes in Chinatown rather than Times Square.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shopping in New York: where to shop (5th Avenue, SoHo, Macy&#8217;s, Woodbury Common outlet), how sales tax works, what&#8217;s worth buying and where to save.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":227747,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Shopping in New York: 20 Best Stores & Outlets 2026","rank_math_description":"Shopping in New York made easy: 5th Avenue, SoHo, Macy's, outlets, sales tax explained and money-saving tips. 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