Filene's Basement

This outpost of the Boston-based chain is not actually in a basement, but three flights up, with a tremendous view of Union Sq. The best stuff to see is inside, though, where you will find labels for up to 70% less than the prices at regular retail outlets. Like similar discount department stores, it's got clothing, shoes, jewelry, accessories, cosmetics and some housewares (like bedding). Fashionistas willing to go on painstaking searches could unearth treasures, including apparel from Dolce & Gabbana, Michael Kors, Versace and more. Also in the same building is DSW, which sells footwear by well-known designers at heavily reduced prices.