USA - Shopping

This shopping and restaurant complex came into being as part of a redevelopment scheme centred around... the old Fulton fish market. Visitors enjoy walking around the Metropolitan Art Store, Guess, Gap and Abercrombie & Fitch, for example. more

The Apple symbol in the 10-meter (33-ft) tall glass case at the Fifth Avenue hints at what happens here... in the underground: via a glass elevator or winding staircase one reaches the fancy salesroom, which delights every Apple fan. All products of the brand can be tested on the spot and also bought. You can go online for free; whoever does not want to buy anything can at least check emails. The store is opened 365 days a year around the clock and service is always alert and friendly. more

Chocolate, candies, chocolate truffles, suckers and even kosher chocolate - the store, rich in tradition,... has been serving the sweet tooth since 1921. You can combine your own choice of products or simply buy a ready-to-go gift box. more

Already shortly after it opened did the store turn into a true New York shopping institution and a must... for fans of fancy, unique items: ranging from old and new clothes and fabrics, trendy and wearable fashion is created right here. Black lace, satin and fine textiles are often used, but also standard T-shirts are transformed into exquisite designer creations. Prices are affordable. more

This Aladdin's cave of training shoes offers everything to do with sports. You do not even have to spend... money - simply browsing and walking around this store is fun enough. more

This massive consumer temple has a theatre, over 60 shops and nearly 20 restaurants and really makes... shopping fun. Other benefits include the ambitious architecture and the cultural programmes, which change every week and are organised in conjunction with various different institutions. more

The designer and stylist Nikki Fontanella and his team let their dream of a boutique that also functions... as a bar come to life in 2007. Young designers have the opportunity to present their collection and also sell it; besides you will find second hand fashion and accessories in all shapes and sizes on the bottom floor. After rummaging through the boutique, you can stay at the bar until late in the evening, sipp cocktails, go online or read a paper. Sometimes DJs take provide musical entertainment. more

The oldest store for Christmas accessories in New York has been supplying its customers with strings... of lights, Christmas tree decorations, nutcrackers, gingerbread and everything having to do with Christmas, since 1985. The different themed decorations are very interesting. Whoever feels like decorating his or her Christmas tree in New York City style will be able to buy Christmas decorations with skyline themes or Statue of Liberty Christmas tree figures. Great souvenirs, even if it is not Christmas. more

The name of the Japanese chain, which has settled with five branches in Chinatown, means "impressive"... in English, and the offer of sweets and snacks is just that: where else can you buy marshmallows with sesame flavor, guave fruit gums or dried anchovies with peanuts? more

The Buffalo Exchange is a large chain that sells second-hand clothing and has stores all over America.... As the clothing is chosen carefully, customers may find some designer items if they are lucky. New items are also on sale sometimes. more

More than two million people visit the Daytona Flea Market yearly to look for antiques, collector items,... furniture or other bargains at the stands of round about 600 to 1000 sellers. A Farmer's Market selling fresh local produce is right next to the Flea Market. more

Offering Native American jewelry and handicrafts, this store is located in the Third Street Promenade,... which is the main shopping street of Santa Monica. Vases, figures, sculptures, Native American masks, paintings, beads and Navaho carpets are all for sale. more

A perfect place for rummaging in more than 100 stores through antiques and maybe even buying one or the... other treasure. Furniture, paintings, jewelry, silver and porcelain are sold. There is also a repair service for watches. more

75 shops and restaurants have opened right by Honolulu Harbor around Aloha Tower. Among them are Himawari... Boutique with Aloha fashion, Black Pearl Gallery selling Tahitian black pearls set in gold, Island Art Galleries with Hawaiian art and Aloha Tower Collections with beautiful souvenirs. more

Luxury boutiques such as Chloé, Hermès, Burberry, Bulgari or Prada have been brought together under... one roof by DFS Galleria in Waikiki. For those who find the expensive products, sold at Duty-Free-prices, too high-priced, Waikiki Walk sells more affordable Hawaiian souvenirs. more

At the shop of the Museum of Modern Art you will find witty souvenirs of fine design, ranging from posters... to books, jewelry, kitchen or office equipment to furniture. The toys are also very nice. more

This long-established department store has been at the corner of 59th Street and Lexington Avenue since... 1886. Many brands like Burberry, Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein or Ralph Lauren can be found here. Several restaurants and cafes offer refreshments. more

This is New York's most famous flea market, and if the weather is good, the place is crowded. If you... are lucky, you will find something nice at an affordable price. Antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture and decorations are offered. more

Around seventy shops, boutiques, supermarkets and restaurants are housed here, in shopping galleries... that spiral upwards. This gigantic shopping centre was conjured up on Market Street in 1988 for 140 million dollars. The walls of the building, designed by the architects of Whisler-Patri, are covered with hand-finished Italian marble and Polish granite. more

This row of houses between North Point, Polk, Beach and Larkin Streets consists of marvellous brick-built... buildings. From 1893 to 1960, the Ghirardelli family ran its famous chocolate factory here. Attractive shops, galleries, pavement cafés and restaurants then moved into the renovated building, becoming part of a mall with a stylish atmosphere and a touch of nostalgia. more

Ferry Building is not only a pier for ferries coming from San Francisco Bay. The largest farmer's market... takes place here on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Delis are situated inside the market hall, where one can buy everything from chocolate to ice crea, cheese, meat, fruits and wine. If this makes you hungry, you can grab something to eat at one of the countless cafes and restaurants. more

The huge mall on Union Square occupies almost two blocks. Here you will find everything from designer... fashion to cosmetics and chidlren's clothes to bedding. A gourmet marketplace downstairs entices with all kinds of delicacies. more

This traditional CD and record shop has survived not for nothing despite the digital age. Here one finds... used CDs, cassettes and the good old vinyl records. If you are looking for real treasures, this is just the right place. more

This huge shopping mall draws in people with more than 70 stores, e.g. Barcelino, Ann Taylor, Nine West,... Victoria's Secret, Banana Republic, GAP and Jest Jewels. Furthermore, there are restaurants and cafes as well as a big movie theater. more

The young and the young at heart can find all the toys their hearts desire in this department store.