Here you can find the best non-touristy New York souvenirs that support more of the local small businesses in NYC. Below you will find some of my non-touristy ideas! I absolutely love giving meaningful gifts to people so below you will find some ideas whether you want to treat yourself or give the perfect gift to fellow New York lovers.
The Locavore Variety Store
Come in person to the variety store or you can head to their website for their online directory. Everything in this shop is from New York small businesses.
Address: 434 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011
New York or Nowhere Apparel
This company has so many items but here are a few favorites below! You can get 20% off your first purchase by clicking here.
The New Yorker Tote Bag
I see so many people walking around with this bag which comes with their subscription.
https://store.newyorker.com/products/a-year-of-the-new-yorker
Drama Club Bookshop
Grab some of their apparel, stationary, or books relating to your favorite theatre shows.
Delphinium Home in Hell’s Kitchen
This shop has so many perfect NYC related gifts from puzzles to books and cards relating to New York.
https://www.delphiniumhome.com
The Strand Bookstore
Grab a tote bag or a book from NYC’s largest independent bookstore.
NYC Drop In Dance Class Gift Card or Apparel
If you have someone who loves to dance you can get them a giftcard to do a dance class with the Broadway Dance Center or Steps on Broadway. Not local to NYC, they also offer some virtual classes that are live streamed.
NYC Souvenirs for the Coffee Lover
Grab some espresso beans to take home from your favorite coffee shop whether that’s Bird & Branch, St. Kilda’s, or Ralph’s Coffee just to name a few.
For the aspiring coffee shop owner or at home barista, get them a class at Coffee Project NYC
Send Someone Who Loves NYC A Box of Cookies
Both of these shops do have a gluten free/dairy free option for any friends with allergies.
New York Souvenirs for the Theatre Lover
Tickets to a show or apparel are all great options to gift someone who loves theatre.
Theatre Circle– So many shirts and amazing gift ideas for the Broadway lover
Fishs Eddy
Dishware, kitchen decor, pet portraits, and a lot of gift items for those with a sense of humor.
Make a NYC Themed Charm Bracelet or Necklace
You can see an example of a NYC Charm bracelet here. They have so many cute charms in both gold and silver designs.
Book A NYC Couples Session with Meghan Lynch Photography
I had to promote my business as well! Gift someone a NYC couples session with me so I can create beautiful portraits from their time in NYC in a location they love. Here’s an example of a Central Park engagement session.
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