Things to do in New York City
New York – City that never sleeps. Vibrant, lively, cheerful and financial/commercial capital of the USA(United States of America). This city lies on the East Coast of US. New York is the most populated city in USA. Famous for skylines, theatres, street acts, street food, glittering lights, yellow taxis and commuting system. In this article, I would discuss about Things to do in New York City in summers. New York is fabulous in winters too. Read about NewYork in winters.
New York comprises of River Hudson which meets into the Atlantic Ocean. It is an epicenter of Arts, theatre and dramas. Dining and Shopping capital too. You can even go for a Gossip Girl tour in NYC.
As a tourist, I got to see this city only in 4 days which are very less but tried to cover as much as I can. You can also purchase New York Pass to see many sightseeing attractions in one combo deal. I travelled to NYC from Dubai via London and it was a very very long journey with a jet lag. So know more about things to do with jetlag in New York City.
Top sights of New York city | Things to do in New York City
TIMES SQUARE
It is the major tourist destination, entertainment center, and commercial intersection in the middle of the Manhattan area of New York City. From you get many Bus Tours.
Both days and nights are filled with people, entertainment, lights and a nice walk around the place. Times Square is very photogenic and is one of the most Instagrammable spot of NYC. Know more about 20 best Instagram spots in NYC.
RIVER CRUISE TO STATUE OF LIBERTY
Take a Hudson River cruise sailing across iconic skylines of New York City, Brooklyn Bridge and across very famous Statue of Liberty. These cruises tickets are coming as a total package with Bus tours of 5 day Pass also. Check all deals before booking it.
Empire State Building
It is 102 story skyscraper on 5th Avenue, in midtown Manhattan. On 86th and 102nd floor there are observation decks to view the whole city.
Brooklyn Bridge
It is a hybrid cable/stay Suspension bridge and one of the oldest bridge in the United States. Read about free things to do in Brooklyn.
Museums of New York – American Museum of History
As there are many museums in New York, which is impossible to do all in a short time. We chose Madame Tussaud’s (celebrities’ wax statues) and the American Museum of History. American Museum of History is for free and for Madame Tussaud’s there are many deals and offers running on. Also, a huge Q on weekends and public holidays to enter in these famous museums. Or visit to the New York Hall of Science with kids.
Grand Terminal
It is the world’s largest train terminal with 45 track platforms and 63 tracks. It is a very historic place and preserved like olden style but not also working. Commonly known as ‘Grand Central Station.’ It is the busiest station. With 60 shops, 35 places to eat, it is a beautiful historic landmark of New York City.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
A very prominent landmark of NYC due to Neo-Gothic styled Roman Catholic Cathedral.
Unisphere Globe
Located in front of Trump International hotel at Colombus Circle in Manhattan.
Charging Bull (Famous Wall Street Bull)
Located at Financial District of New York. It is a bronze sculpture.
Charging Bull
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National September 11 Memorial & Museum
It is a very emotional and sensitive story. Paying tribute to innocent people who were killed makes your moment very emotional.
Night Tour in New York
Lovely city lights and moving traffic makes you believe that this city never sleeps.
Enjoy Street Art
Many streets of this city are decorated with colorful caricatures or cartoons. Street art of New York City is one of the unique things which is admirable. Also you can check the most Instagrammable spots in NYC. Don’t forget to check Bushwick Art Collective in Brooklyn.
Street shopping and Street Food
New York is famous for food trucks with lip-smacking global cuisine on roads. Many paintings, belts, caps, sunglasses are available on streets where one can do a good bargain. If you love hot chocolate drink then read more about the Best hot chocolate drinks to keep you warm in New York City.
Go for New York City Food tour like a local or try out some best brunches in NYC then read more on Best & Bottomless Brunch Flatiron NYC restaurants.
Bryant Park or Central Park
These parks have nice trees and nature lovers will truly love this place. Bryant Park is famous for an open library – read books under trees. Central Park has amazing greenery amidst hustle and bustle of the city. But you would love Central Park in Fall – best places to see fall colors in NYC.
There are many more places but within 4 days I can cover this many only. Hopefully, I will stay in NYC for more days to cover more places. But for a short visit or 24 hours New York city follow this local guide with all major attractions covered.
Shopping
Macy’s(for branded stuff), Marshalls, JC Penny (for budget shopping) or from Woodbury’s Outlet Mall (on outskirts of NYC) for factory outlets of all luxury stuff. Woodbury’s Outlet mall but it is on the outskirts of the city. Woodbury’s also run shuttle bus but you have check their schedules and route map.
Stay Recommendations
People prefer to stay near Times Square as they have many luxury hotels. I stayed at Grand Hyatt Times Square. Read my reviews on this hotel. There are many luxurious stay options in Manhattan NYC which you must check out when visiting NYC. But if you looking at the best value accommodation for your New York trip then read this or read this list of cheap hotels near Times Square in New York.
Read about Detailed Guide to New York City before planning your trip. New York is very exciting for winter holidays and read for Things to do in New York for the holidays.
For other East Coast Tour options in US please visit this page. There are many famous tourist destinations on East Coast which can be covered by road trip or by air travel. Itinerary for this is on this page. Click to read it.
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