Cheap Queens Car Rental and Philadelphia Shopping

Have big-box stores got you feeling low? Malls don't make you feel merry anymore? If you've got the shopping blues, now's the time to take a strong dose of Philadelphia retail magic. Philly's Center City shopping scene is a refreshing antidote for the average shopping syndrome, providing cheap Queens car rental travelers with plenty of great neighbourhood finds. Whether you're hunting for priceless antiques or on the lookout for a hot new pair of jeans, the boutiques of Philly have everything you need for a successful shopping trip. Oh, and did we mention there's no tax on clothing purchase? Cha-Ching!

Things to know before you go

Before you slip on your shopping shoes, there are a few things all cheap Queens car rental travelers should know. First of all, there is absolutely no sales tax charged on clothing purchases. Other items, like gifts or housewares are subject to a 7% tax. Secondly, regular store hours are from about 10am to 7pm daily, with extended hours on Wednesday and Friday. And finally, for the best shopping, avoid major labels. For every designer shop in the city, there are five more fantastic independent labels waiting to wow you with exciting cuts and alluring lines.

Head to Old City for new favourites

One of the best Philly neighbourhoods to shop in has to be stylish Old City. It seems like there's always a hot new boutique waiting to open in the area, beckoning to cheap Queens car rental travelers with sassy window displays and unique one-offs. For pricey purchases, All Car suggests hitting up Walnut Street from Broad to 20th Street (also known as Rittenhouse Row). There are also a handful of funky shops along 13th Avenue, will antiques are easy to spot on Pine Street.

Antiques, arts and crafts

Philadelphia boasts a strong tradition of fine furniture-making, providing cheap Queens car rental travelers with a wealth of established antique furniture vendors. From locally made chairs and desks, to exotic imports, there's no telling what you might find in the many intimate shops. For the best selection of antiques, All Car recommends Antique Row on tree-line Pine Street. Other stores in Old City specialize in deco and mid-20th century pieces. For those cheap Queens car rental travelers planning to visit the area in April, remember to watch for the Philadelphia Antiques Show, which is always held at the 33rd Street Armory. Philly also supports an amazing artisan society, complete with art galleries and craft shows. If you're interested in bringing home a local masterpiece, stop by 2nd and 3rd Streets to browse the shops.

A little something for the fellas

If you're a man, chances are you hate shopping. It's genetic. However, there is a cure for this strange and debilitating disease. It's called Mitchell & Ness and it's located at 1318 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. This century-old merchant is every sports lover's dream, specializing in authorized reproductions of pro and college team jerseys. Practically every item in the store is limited edition, so expect to pay a pretty penny. But in the end, it's all worth it, especially when you can say you own an exact copy of Mickey Mantle's home shirt from 1951. If that doesn't make your man want to window shop, nothing will!

You want it, Philly's got it

From fashion and accessories to gifts and home goods, cheap Queens car rental travelers will have no problem finding exactly what they're looking for. But don't take All Car's word for it. Park your cheap Queens car rental and take to the sidewalks for an amazing afternoon of bargain hunting in the City of Brotherly Love.

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