Boston Shopping
Information on where to shop in the Boston area, whether you're looking for bargain basements, designer labels, charming boutiques, or local favorites. Plus helpful gift guides to give you ideas.
Decorate Your Dorm Room
You've just moved into your new dorm room or first apartment and you wish it looked a little more like...you. Don't worry—you'll have it looking like home in no time. But before you buy anything, check with your school or landlord to find out what you may have in your room. For instance, Harvard College doesn't allow appliances such as electric coffee makers in student residences, it has st…
You've just moved into your new dorm room or first apartment and you wish it looked a little more like...you. Don't worry—you'll have it looking like home in no time. But before you buy anything, check with your school or landlord to find out what you may have in your room. For instance, Harvard College doesn't allow appliances such as electric coffee makers in student residences, it has st…
Boston-Area Farmers Markets 2008
If you are looking for a place near you to buy fresh, locally produced farm products, including baked goods, flowers, eggs, jams, jellies, honeys, and more, then check out this list of Boston-area farmers markets.
If you are looking for a place near you to buy fresh, locally produced farm products, including baked goods, flowers, eggs, jams, jellies, honeys, and more, then check out this list of Boston-area farmers markets.
Boston Gifts
Show your love of Boston this year by giving friends and family a Boston-themed gift or a present made in Massachusetts. Here are ten ideas to get you started.
Show your love of Boston this year by giving friends and family a Boston-themed gift or a present made in Massachusetts. Here are ten ideas to get you started.
Greenhouses and Nurseries Near Boston
A list of ten great greenhouses and nurseries near Boston.
A list of ten great greenhouses and nurseries near Boston.
Boston Chocolate Shops
If you’re looking for a sweet gift for the chocolate-lover in your life, try one of these great Boston chocolate shops.
If you’re looking for a sweet gift for the chocolate-lover in your life, try one of these great Boston chocolate shops.
Boston Florists
Boston has a seemingly endless supply of flower shops to choose from. Whether you’re planning a special event, or want a plant or bouquet for someone special, here are ten of Boston’s best florists to call.
Boston has a seemingly endless supply of flower shops to choose from. Whether you’re planning a special event, or want a plant or bouquet for someone special, here are ten of Boston’s best florists to call.
A Guide to Boston-Area Malls
A guide to the Boston area's shopping malls and outlets, including location, directions, hours, and stores.
A guide to the Boston area's shopping malls and outlets, including location, directions, hours, and stores.
10 Gift Shops at Faneuil Hall
If you're looking for a good place to buy gifts for all the different people on your list, why not try Faneuil Hall Marketplace? With more than 100 shops and carts featuring local artists and national chains, you get a great selection while enjoying the charming atmosphere of the historic buildings and outdoor performers. Here are ten of the best places to find a gift at Faneuil Hall.
If you're looking for a good place to buy gifts for all the different people on your list, why not try Faneuil Hall Marketplace? With more than 100 shops and carts featuring local artists and national chains, you get a great selection while enjoying the charming atmosphere of the historic buildings and outdoor performers. Here are ten of the best places to find a gift at Faneuil Hall.
Comic Book Shops
At first glance, comic book fans may feel a bit disappointed in Boston’s offerings. But like a lot of things in the Hub it’s all about knowing where to look. Here is a list of ten places for Bostonians to get a quick comic book fix.
At first glance, comic book fans may feel a bit disappointed in Boston’s offerings. But like a lot of things in the Hub it’s all about knowing where to look. Here is a list of ten places for Bostonians to get a quick comic book fix.
Costume Shops
Halloween approaches, and with it comes the hunt for the perfect costume. There are lots of places to look, but here is a selection of some of Boston's best costume shops.
Halloween approaches, and with it comes the hunt for the perfect costume. There are lots of places to look, but here is a selection of some of Boston's best costume shops.
Newbury Street
Boston's most famous shopping spot, Newbury Street is eight blocks of stores, boutiques, salons, and more. Though many of the shops are on the pricier side, the street has something for just about everyone.
Boston's most famous shopping spot, Newbury Street is eight blocks of stores, boutiques, salons, and more. Though many of the shops are on the pricier side, the street has something for just about everyone.
Downtown Crossing
With its own T stop and a central location for those who live or work in Boston, Downtown Crossing is a popular place to shop or run lunchtime errands.
With its own T stop and a central location for those who live or work in Boston, Downtown Crossing is a popular place to shop or run lunchtime errands.
Faneuil Hall Market Place
Faneuil Hall is a popular tourist attraction, but it also has a great mix of retail stores and local artisans' carts. It's a great place to find a gift for just about anyone.
Faneuil Hall is a popular tourist attraction, but it also has a great mix of retail stores and local artisans' carts. It's a great place to find a gift for just about anyone.