Shopping in New York begins and ends in Manhattan! New York shopping is a beloved pastime of both residents and visitors, and there are enough stores in New York City to keep even the most ardent and veteran of shoppers busy for the season.

Many of the well-known department stores in New York City are located on Fifth Avenue in midtown Manhattan, and are collectively referred to as the Fifth Avenue Shopping District. Here, you will find stores and merchandise to fit every need and whim on any budget. It should be noted, however, that a Fifth Avenue New York shopping spree could make a bit of a dent in the pocketbook!

New York shopping is so reliably popular, and has been since the mid-19th Century with the humble beginnings of Macy's Department Store, that one of the country's-and perhaps the world's---most-recognized parades has been sponsored by one of New York City's department stores for decades: the Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade that, since 1924, has followed its same route, in part, along Central Park, Broadway, and 34th Street.

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Aside from the traditional department stores in New York City, there are other, smaller shops in New York that cater to all manner of shopping needs---from trendy boutiques to specialty shops that stock hard-to-find items. Toy stores in New York City often boast not only bigger inventory and most up-to-date stock, but also can include charming public displays such as a giant stuffed teddy bear, or an impressive animatronic Tyrannosaurus rex. Shopping in New York seems to offer something for every one of all ages.

Furniture, electronics, and camping/recreational equipment stores are also found in Manhattan, along with familiar national names in bookstores and theme stores. Standard shopping malls are found not only in Manhattan, but in all other boroughs of New York City as well, including Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, and The Bronx.

Shopping in New York is a vibrant industry and favorite activity that also contributes to the thriving nature of big-city commerce and trend setting.