The Macy's at Herald Square boasts of being the 'World's Largest Department Store'. With ten floors of shopping, and spanning over an entire city block, it's an attraction in itself. It has something in every price range, from fur coats for $10,000 to sweaters and t-shirts for $10.
Location
Macys is located at Herald Square, between 34th and 35th streets on Broadway.
Directions
The easiest way to get there is by subway. Take the B, D, F, V or N, Q, R, W trains to 34th Street/Herald Square.
You can also take the 1, 2, 3 trains to 34th street and 7th Avenue.
Insider tips
1. Tourists can receive an 11% discount by visiting the Visitor's Center.
2. Stop by the local newspaper stand and check out a few newspapers to find Macys discount coupons and shopping passes that are publishes periodically.
3. You can get a free gift with any purchse of $100 or more from the Visitors Center.
4. Check out the Macys website to find out the current promotions and to print out the shopping passes.
November - December 2007
Cost: Free
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