The Bottom Line
Die-hard shoppers will love this comprehensive guide for shopping in the Meatpacking District and West Village. The detailed map and business directory make it easy to hit all the top spots in the area.
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage of shops in the Meatpacking District and West Village
- Large map is ideal for planning a shopping route
- Helpful descriptions of individual stores
- Business directory features useful shopping indexes
- Restaurants, services, attractions and more are also featured in the directory
Cons
- Most useful for serious shoppers
Description
- The Pratique Guide: The Meatpacking District and West Village features a red snap shut case with map and business directory.
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Guide Review - The Pratique Guide: the Meatpacking District and West Village
Curious about the fantastic shopping found in the trendy Meatpacking District and West Village? Whether you're looking for the latest fashions, housewares or even art galleries, The Pratique Guide: the Meatpacking District and West Village is a great tool for making the most of your shopping time and money. The comprehensive directory includes descriptions and contact information for the many stores (as well as hotels, restaurants and other services) in both the Meatpacking District and the West Village.
After browsing through the directory, I recommend that you use the large map to design a path which will allow you to hit all the stores you're most interested in, and refer to the smaller map on the cover of the directory as you make your way around the neighborhoods.
Particularly helpful to those unfamiliar with the stores located there, the Business Directory and map identify "Recommended" and "Must See" stores so you won't miss some of the neighborhoods' best offerings. The Pratique Guide: the Meatpacking District and West Village guide offers an unparalleled level of detail for those looking to make the most of a shopping (or window shopping) tour through the many cobblestone streets of the Meatpacking District and the West Village.
