Madison Avenue: New York’s luxury shopping avenue
Flanked by Fifth Avenue to the west and Park Avenue to the east, Madison Avenue holds its own among New York's premier shopping destinations. Better yet, Madison Avenue is home to some of the world's most famous luxury brands.
What to Know About Madison Avenue
- Madison Avenue takes its name from James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. Born in 1751, Madison was one of the founding fathers of the USA. He served as President from 1809 to 1817, following Thomas Jefferson.
- The avenue stretches from the northern tip of Manhattan to Madison Square Park on 23rd Street. The most prestigious section runs from 57th to 72nd Street.
- Madison Avenue is perfect for a leisurely stroll and window shopping. It also houses many offices, including advertising agencies and record labels.
What to See on Madison Avenue?
- Madison Avenue is lined with luxury boutiques. Here are the main brands in alphabetical order with their addresses:
- Baccarat, 625 Madison Avenue.
- Barney’s New York, 660 Madison Avenue.
- Calvin Klein, 654 Madison Avenue.
- Christofle, 680 Madison Avenue.
- DKNY, 655 Madison Avenue.
- Dolce & Gabbana, 825 Madison Avenue.
- Emanuel Ungaro, 792 Madison Avenue.
- Gianni Versace, 815 Madison Avenue.
- Giorgio Armani, 760 Madison Avenue.
- Prada, 841 Madison Avenue.
- Valentino, 747 Madison Avenue.
- Yves St. Laurent, 855 Madison Avenue.
- Lower Madison Avenue is also worth exploring. Here you’ll find charming, more modest buildings. Don’t miss the Morgan Library at 36th Street. Fully renovated in 2006, this library also houses a museum with a full calendar of exhibitions throughout the year.