Back Bay’s galleries are a mixed bag, but this is prime window-shopping territory.

Matsu (259 Newbury Street, 617-266-9707) specializes in beautiful objects for women, including jewelry, clothing, intricate handbags and home accessories.

The luxury-label emporium Louis Boston (234 Berkeley Street, 617-262-6100) is a one-stop shop for your Brioni, Prada and Balenciaga needs.

Bored companions congregate at the Trident Booksellers and Café (338 Newbury Street, 617-267-8688), stocked with everything from best sellers to literary classics to works on the occult.