Window shopping is an amazing experience in December, when Manhattan's biggest department stores reveal their holiday window displays. Checking out some holiday windows is a must-do during your holiday season visit to New York City.
Map: Holiday Windows Walking Tour Map
Map: Holiday Windows Walking Tour Map
1. Bergdorf Goodman Windows
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The holiday window displays at Bergdorf Goodman are typically unveiled in mid-November and reflect the sophisticated signature design of Bergdorf Goodman. These windows feature not only high-fashion, but also authentic antiques and are probably my favorite holiday windows in New York City.
See: Bergdorf Goodman Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
See: Bergdorf Goodman Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
2. Lord & Taylor Holiday Window Displays
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Every year Lord & Taylor features classic holiday window displays along Fifth Avenue. Lord & Taylor Window Displays are typically unveiled in late November, featuring imagery and mechanical movements that make them both traditional and very enjoyable for families.
See: Lord & Taylor Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
See: Lord & Taylor Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
3. Barneys New York Windows
Jenny Ross / Barneys New York
If you're shopping on Madison Avenue, Barneys New York's holiday windows are a must-see. Every year they are hip and stylish, with a nice dose of humor.
See: Barneys New York Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
See: Barneys New York Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
4. Bloomingdales Windows
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Bloomingdale's holiday window displays are playful and family-friendly and typically unveiled in late November/early December.
See: Bloomingdales Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
See: Bloomingdales Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
5. Macy's Windows
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Macy's holiday window decorations are typically unveiled in early November. Each year Macy's has windows depicting scenes from Miracle on 34th Street and a second set of windows with a changing holiday theme.
See: Macy's Holiday Windows Photos & Guide
6. Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Windows
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The Saks Fifth Avenue holiday window displays are unveiled in late November and are a great choice for visitors with children, because they are often designed around a seasonal book for children, and feature playful animations. Saks Fifth Avenue's windows are also conveniently located across from the Rockefeller Center promenade.
See: Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
See: Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Windows Guide & Photos
