Boston Shopping

Boston, Massachusetts is a city filled with an abundance of history, restaurants and of course, shopping. When visiting Boston, there are certain places that can't be missed. For those looking to find great shopping, they will pleased to know that there are plenty of malls, outdoor strips, boutiques and outlets to satisfy every shopper's desires. The following places are a few of the can't miss spots when it comes to shopping in the city of Boston.

Newbury Street- Very few people come to Boston without visiting this historic street. With eight blocks of stores, eclectic street vendors, salons, exciting nightlife and delicious restaurants, one can easily spend the better part of the day exploring all that Newbury Street has to offer. Newbury Street is home to many major department stores including the Boston classic, Filene's Basement. Marshall's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor, Barney's New York and Neiman Marcus can all be found on this 2-mile stretch. If you are looking for a snack in between shopping, Newbury Street is filled with any cuisine you could imagine including Italian, french, Mexican, Thai and Japanese, to name a few. Newbury Street is also filled with specialty stores where visitors can purchase jewelry, small gifts, beauty products, chocolate and fine foods, sporting goods, electronics, books, music, toys and even pet supplies. A visit to Boston is not complete without a walk through the Newbury Street area.

The North End- Strolling down the historic streets of the North End will make shoppers feel like they have stumbled upon a quaint village in Italy. With both men and women's fashions, eye wear, home furnishing, and beauty and cosmetic products, the North end makes a great place to shop before having an indulgent dinner in one of the finest Italian restaurants in the city and finishing at some of the most delicious bakeries in all of Massachusetts.

The Faneuil Hall Marketplace/Quincy market- Established in 1742 as a market for local merchants and vendors, the Faneuil hall Marketplace still remains one of the world's most prominent marketplaces. In the center of the city, near the financial district, the faneuil Hall marketplace is home to more stores, restaurants and food vendors than you can imagine. Pick up fresh food and Boston specialties from the food stalls while shopping for men and women's fashions, accessories, beauty products, books, gifts, electronics, housewares, shoes and more.

The Copley Place Mall- Located in the Back Bay area of the city of Boston, the Copley Place Mall is a great place to go for any more mainstream purchases. The mall boasts upwards of 75 shops and is sure to make everyone happy.

Downtown Crossing- Easily accessible by foot, bike or T, Downtown Crossing is a walkable mall that features shops, restaurants, museums, historic attractions, nightlife and theater. There are over 300 jewelers and 200 stores to explore as well as pushcart vendors that offer everything from delicious food to eclectic jewelry and fashions. With options for quick, casual and fine dining, there is no need to worry about a hungry stomach while shopping.