Things to do in New York City, New York (NY): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

December 29, 2021 Venice Greaves

Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
Restaurants in New York City

1. Kalustyan's

123 Lexington Ave, New York City, NY 10016-8120 +1 212-685-3451 http://www.kalustyans.com
Excellent
88%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 67 reviews

Kalustyan's

Reviewed By Ginacucina - Mahopac, United States

I have a hard time finding certain spices where I live, so when I come to NYC Kalustyan's is my new go-to. I went there for the first time this week, looking for kala namak (black Himalayan salt that is more of a spice than a salt) and they had it! I also managed to pick up enough items to fill 2 shopping bags. This is also the only place I've found where I can buy fresh curry leaves, essential in southern Indian cooking. It is a labyrinth of spices, beans, grains, and teas. I fell so hard for this amazing grocery that I also bought an Indian cookbook. Love this place.

2. Windsor Wine Shop

474 3rd Ave, New York City, NY 10016-6006 +1 212-779-4422
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Windsor Wine Shop

417 5th Ave, New York City, NY 10016-2204 +1 212-889-9000 [email protected] http://www.astrogallery.com
Excellent
71%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Astro Gallery of Gems

Considered the world's most established gem and mineral gallery, Astro Gallery of Gems is located in the heart of New York City across from The Empire State Building. Our 10,000 Square Foot showroom has thousands of fine minerals, gems, fossils crystals and pieces of rare and unusual jewelry on display. We have a long and rich company history, as we have been dealing in fine minerals since 1961. Through the years Astro Gallery has catered to clients like Salvador Dali, John Lennon, and Shirley MacLaine and always remained a vanguard of the industry. We carry specimens suitable for the novice as well as the most advanced collector. We have everything from tumbled stones to 2000lb amethyst geodes. Come visit us at our flagship store on 5th Ave in New York City!

Reviewed By theadventureaddictz - Bronx, United States

An excellent collection of some of Earth’s finest and most beautiful minerals. The back room is astonishing!

4. Dover Street Market

160 Lexington Ave, New York City, NY 10016-7304 http://newyork.doverstreetmarket.com/index.html
Excellent
46%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Dover Street Market

Reviewed By bettyholland62 - Charleston, United States

DOVER STREET MARKET is truly an experience. The store is filled with high-end, cutting edge fashion! Avant-garde and mind expanding in every way. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit.

5. I Love Souvenirs

377 5th Ave Between 35th & 36th / Between 32nd & 33rd, New York City, NY 10016-3300 +1 212-532-5339
Excellent
43%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 46 reviews

I Love Souvenirs

There are so many Souvenir Shops in New York City, we make gift shopping simple. We offer the best quality gifts and souvenirs at great prices. We really try to keep quality and service at a high standard, so please come in and take a look. If for some reason you aren't completely satisfied with our prices or service, please let us know!

Reviewed By vaykoa - Kalamazoo, United States

This place is great my wife and I wanted NYC merchandise and we found more here than we could imagine. Typical souvenir prices

6. Cosmetic Market

15 E 37th St, New York City, NY 10016-2801 +1 212-725-3625 http://cosmeticmarketnyc.com
Excellent
39%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
16%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 44 reviews

Cosmetic Market

Big name samples and other bargains on perfumes and cosmetics.

Reviewed By susanw819

This place has a nice selection of a variety of cosmetic items, some candy, snacks, cosmetic bags and gifts etc all at a discounted price. It is clean and well organized, however it does not have high end quality makeup. I found that I mainly purchased moisturizers, face masks and some brushes. My daughter did get several lip glosses. We will go back the next time in NYC.

7. Heritage India Fashions

131 Lexington Ave, New York City, NY 10016-8116 +1 917-385-8796 [email protected] https://heritageindiafashions.com/
Heritage India Fashions

Heritage India Fashions has an extensive collection of one of a kind handmade pieces from India by designer Prashant Goyal. We have formal, ornate lehengas, anarkalis, sarees and more for women that are perfect for weddings and Indian parties. We also have formal sherwanis, kurtas and more for men for weddings and Indian parties. We also have casual Indian wear Come visit us at the store in NYC.

8. Vintage India NYC

132 Lexington Ave, New York City, NY 10016-8124 +1 212-213-0080 [email protected] http://www.vintageindianyc.com
Vintage India NYC

Vintage India NYC is a shop that sells all things from India. We sell clothes for Indian weddings, indian jewelry, bangles, bindis, tikas, sari belts and more. We also have cotton kurtas, block print bedding, murtis, statues, organic incense.

9. Park Avenue Sweets

Grand Central Station, New York City, NY
Excellent
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

10. Addison on Madison

Grand Central Station, New York City, NY +1 212-750-4444
Excellent
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

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