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Best Shopping NYC: ESRT Holiday Gift Guide | ESRT
November 26, 2025
For office tenants who seek the best holiday shopping NYC offers within a short walk, Midtown Manhattan’s Broadway corridor delivers. Explore these NYC stores for quick gift pickups between meetings and after–work errands near Herald Square and Penn Station.
Iconic Gifts at the Empire State Building
Empire State Building Observatory Shop: Exclusive Keepsakes from NYC Stores
The Empire State Building Official Store features Observatory-exclusive, iconic New York merchandise that makes memorable client and colleague gifts.
Consider:
Want a next level gift for your boss or a VIP client? Give them an iconic New York City holiday experience with the ESB & “Christmas Spectacular” ticket bundle! This limited-time offer grants your recipient same-day access to the Empire State Building Observatory – with its immersive museum, iconic views, and Rockettes 100th Anniversary installations – and orchestra level tickets to the “Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes.”
STATE Grill & Bar: Gift Cards and Group Dining Experience
Group dining experiences and gift cards are practical gifts for teams and clients. STATE Grill & Bar offers gift cards, seasonal menus, and private event options steps from the ESB lobby, ideal for year–end celebrations or executive thank yous.
Starbucks Reserve Empire State Building Store: Signature Coffee and Premium Merch
At the Starbucks Reserve inside the Empire State Building, find limited coffees and gear exclusive to the iconic location. Gift picks include:
- Starbucks Reserve Empire State Building Microblend coffee
- Reserve Black Ceramic Mug and Reserve Cold Cup
- Coffee Passport and tasting set for enthusiasts
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Broadway Corridor: Shopping in NYC for Beauty and Sport
Sephora 34th Street: Ready-to-Gift Beauty Sets
Sephora’s Herald Square location streamlines corporate and personal gifting with in-store pickup and packaged sets. Consider:
- Sephora Favorites Perfume Sampler Set
- Dyson Airwrap MultiStyler Complete
- The Ordinary Bright Set
- Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Trio
- Kiehl’s Men’s Essentials Set
Foot Locker: Sneaker and Streetwear Essentials
The Broadway cluster offers plenty of options for athletes and sneaker fans. Popular choices include:
Nearby Flagships Worth the Walk in Midtown Manhattan
Macy’s Herald Square: One-Stop Holiday Convenience Near Penn Station
With an entrance right on Broadway, Macy’s Herald Square features a variety of items and quick gifts for everyone on the Nice List.
Great picks include:
Bryant Park Winter Village: Seasonal Finds Close By
For festive, local gifts within walking distance, the Bryant Park Winter Village offers a wide variety of kiosks ideal for stocking stuffers:
- Artisanal candles and ornaments
- NYC-themed prints and stationery
- Local confectionery and hot chocolate kits
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Tenant Tips: Streamline Your Shopping in NYC near Herald Square
- Tenant discounts: Select ESB retailers and area shops like Calzedonia, Doc Martens, and more extend promotions to ESRT tenants. Check the ESRT+ tenant app/portal for current offers before purchase.
- Order online: Use online order and instore pickup at Sephora, Foot Locker and Macy’s to save time during lunch or between meetings.
- Giftwrapping: Macy’s and many seasonal kiosks offer gift wrap for a one-stop-shop.
- Corporate gifting: STATE Grill & Bar supports group dining and private events; Starbucks Reserve can accommodate multibag coffee gifting.
- Transit access: Reach these retailers from the Herald Square Subway Station (B/D/F/M, N/Q/R/W) and Penn Station (1/2/3, LIRR, NJ Transit, PATH).
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