Massachusetts Shopping

Modern malls filled with hundreds of store and shops, delightful village districts, factory-store bargains, and nationally famous antique districts are all a part of the vibrant retail scene in Massachusetts. Open-air markets add a homespun atmosphere to shopping for farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-crafted delights. Many of the smaller villages have developed charming retail districts with a medley of specialty shops and one-of-a-kind boutiques as well as relaxing cafes and fine restaurants. Those who are interested in the leading edge of international fashion will enjoy a trip to the Apple," where some of the world's finest boutiques cater to the most exclusive clientele.

Farm-Fresh Delights

Throughout Massachusetts, residents will discover opportunities to purchase farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, greenery, and baked goods at local farmers markets. Interest in farmers markets continues to grow as an integral link between the nation's farms and its urban areas. Consumers are interested in obtaining the freshest possible products directly from local fields. Some markets specialize in organically grown foods for the health conscious. The Federation of Massachusetts Farmers Markets maintains a comprehensive list of markets throughout the state, searchable by region. The website provides additional information from recipes to special events. For more information or answers to specific questions, contact:

Farm-Fresh Delights
Agricultural Marketing Service at USDA On-Line Farmers Market List View Website	Massachusetts State Farmers Markets Representative Massachusetts Department of Food and Agriculture Boston 617-626-1700
The Federation of Massachusetts Farmers Markets Waltham 781-893-8222 View Website
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Regional Outlet Shopping
Cape Cod Factory Outlet Mall One Factory Outlet Road Sagamore 508-888-8417 View Website	Prime Outlets at Lee 50 Water Street Lee 413-243-8186 View Website
Tanger Factory Outlet Center Buzzards Bay Rotary Bourne 207-439-6822 View Website	VF Factory Outlet Mall 375 Faunce Corner Road North Dartmouth 508-998-3311 View Website
Worcester Common Outlets 100 Front Street Worcester 508-798-2581	Wrentham Village Premium Outlets 1 Premium Outlet Boulevard Wrentham 508-384-0600 View Website
Wrights Factory Outlet 440 Main Street Sturbridge 508-347-2839 View Website
Suburban Malls
Arsenal Mall 485 Arsenal Street Watertown 617-923-4700 View Website	Atrium Mall Route 9 Boston 617-527-1400 View Website
Auburn Mall 550 Center Street Auburn 508-832-6000 View Website	Burlington Mall Interstate 95, Exit 32B Burlington 781-272-8667 View Website
Cambridgeside Galleria 100 Cambridgeside Place Cambridge 617-621-8666 View Website	Cape Cod Mall Route 132 Barnstable 508-771-0200 View Website
Dartmouth Mall 200 Dartmouth Mall Dartmouth 508-999-4535 View Website	Eastfield Mall 1655 Boston Road Springfield 413-543-8000 View Website
Emerald Square 999 South Washington North Attleboro 508-699-7979 View Website	Greendale Mall 7 Neponset Street Worcester 508-856-9400 View Website
Holyoke Mall at Ingleside 50 Holyoke Street Holyoke 413-536-1440 View Website	Independence Mall Independent Mall Way Kingston 781-582-2445 View Website
Liberty Tree Mall 100 Independence Way Danvers 978-777-0794 View Website	Mashpee Commons Mashpee Rotary Mashpee 508-477-5400 View Website
Meadow Glen Mall 3850 Mystic Valley Parkway Medford 781-395-6710 View Website	Natick Mall 1245 Worcester Street Boston 508-655-4800 View Website
New Harbour Mall 372 William S. Canning Boulevard Fall River 508-678-0115	Northshore Mall Routes 128 & 114 Peabody 978-531-3440 View Website
Searstown Mall 100 Commercial Road Leominster 978-537-7500	Silver City Galleria 2 Galleria Mall Drive Taunton 508-823-3333 View Website
Solomon Pond Mall 601 Donald Lynch Boulevard Marlborough 508-303-6255 View Website	South Shore Plaza 250 Granite Street Braintree 781-843-8200 View Website
Square One Mall Route One South Saugus 781-233-8787 View Website	The Hanover Mall 1775 Washington Hanover 781-826-4392 View Website
The Loop 90 Pleasant Valley Street Methuen 978-946-9333 View Website	The Loop 90 Pleasant Valley Street Methuen 978-946-9333 View Website
The Mall at Chestnut Hill 199 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill 617-965-3037 View Website	The Shops at Prudential Center 800 Boylston Street Boston 617-236-3100 View Website
Thornes Marketplace 150 Main Street Northhampton 413-584-5582 View Website	Tower Square 1500 Main Street Springfield 413-733-2171 View Website
Walpole Mall 30 Providence Highway East Walpole 508-668-3437 View Website	Watertown Mall 550 Arsenal Street Watertown 617-926-4123
Westgate Mall 200 Westgate Mall Drive Brockton 508-588-8916 View Website
Unique Metropolitan Districts
Copley Place 100 Huntington Avenue Boston 617-369-5000 View Website Nestled in the historic Back Bay, this dazzling mixed-use complex is one of Boston's most distinctive shopping destinations with 100 high-profile stores including Tiffany & Co., Armani, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, BOSS Hugo Boss, Christian Dior, Williams-Sonoma and the only Neiman Marcus in New England. Offering a unique concept in shopping and entertainment, the 9.5-acre site harmonizes two levels of upscale shopping with restaurants, a multi-screen cinema, office buildings, and two lavish hotels.	Downtown Crossing 617-482-2139 View Website Nestled in downtown Boston, you'll discover a traffic-free, pedestrian shopping area with over two million square feet of retail establishments. Brick walkways, outdoor benches, street vendors, and abundant eateries create a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience. Focused along Washington and Winter Streets right off the T, this discount center offers some real bargain-basement pricing. You'll find everything from Boston's diamond district to Filene's Basement and the Old South Meeting House Museum�which sells Boston Harbour Tea, tax free!
Faneuil Hall Marketplace 617-523-1300 View Website For more than 255 years, Faneuil Hall has influenced Boston's political and commercial scene. Nearby Quincy Market was home to merchants, fishermen, meat and produce sellers�in addition to the nation's most famous orators. Today, Faneuil Hall is the nation's premier urban marketplace, combining the glories of the past with modern vitality in a festival atmosphere. More than 110 shops, restaurants, and pushcarts combine with Boston's most popular comedy club for around-the-clock excitement.	Harvard Square 617-491-3434 View Website Boasting the great concentration of bookstores in the nation, the square is home to "The Coop," an eclectic blend of indoor shopping arcades and restaurants. The atmosphere blends European flavor, American history, and international cultures in unique shops, leading stores, quaint parks, entertainment venues, historic sites, and restaurants. Brick sidewalks lead to retail and dining establishments as well as performing arts theaters, cinemas, and museums.
Newbury Street View Website Between Commonwealth Avenue and Boylston Street, bordered by Massachusetts Avenue and the Boston Public Garden, you'll find Boston's answer to Hollywood's Rodeo Drive. Trees, window boxes, and gas lanterns grace this elegant eight-block area of antique shops, galleries, and boutiques filled with international designer labels. Shops, restaurants, outdoor cafes, and salons all embrace Boston's "Old World" grandeur and sophistication.