United States
New York
New York is the largest single luxury-watch retail market in the United States. Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Cartier and Rolex operate major flagships on or near Fifth Avenue, and Phillips' watch auctions at 432 Park Avenue regularly set world records.
Watch District
Fifth Avenue (between 49th and 59th) and Madison Avenue
Notable Institutions
Phillips New York - Watch Department
Auction houseHeadquartered at 432 Park Avenue; consistently produces record-setting modern watch sales.
Cartier Mansion
Historic flagship653 Fifth Avenue. Cartier acquired the building in 1917 and has operated its US flagship there since.
Traveler Note
New York City sales tax on watches is 8.875% combined state and local (as of 2024).