SHOPPING / INTRODUCTION

Newcomers to the Capital Region will discover a shopper’s paradise in upscale regional malls, quaint retail districts, and village markets. Antique collectors can look forward to some of the nation’s richest resources for everything from furniture to crafts and jewelry. Nearby New York City is unrivaled in its array of exclusive boutiques and shops, offering an international marketplace of designer fashions. Factory outlet discounts, farmer’s market fresh produce, and fine galleries are just a few of the eclectic retail resources that make this area so appealing to residents and visitors.