Top Things to Do in New York City

New York City, United States

About the City

Ah, New York City – a dazzling cosmopolitan gem teeming with endless energy! Picture towering skyscrapers piercing the sky as taxis zip through the bustling streets below. A melting pot of cultures delivers a smorgasbord of culinary delights, from sizzling street food to haute cuisine that tantalizes taste buds from dawn until dusk. The city's heartbeat is its pulsating arts scene. Bright lights of Broadway beckon, while museums and galleries showcase masterpieces that transfix and inspire. Parks offer urban oases, with Central Park being the crowned jewel where joggers, dreamers, and performers converge. But it's not all roses and sunshine; NYC can be a tough cookie too. The cacophony of honking horns, clattering subways, and the never-ending hustle can overwhelm the unprepared soul. Spaces can feel cramped – with shoebox apartments and crowded sidewalks sometimes making you long for a breath of fresh air. The cost of living is sky-high, leaving wallets and bank accounts trembling in fear. Yet, there's an unmistakable charm in the chaos – a city that never sleeps, never stops dreaming, and always, always surprises. Love it or loathe it, New York City is an unforgettable whirlwind of experiences wrapped in a concrete jungle where dreams are made, tested, and sometimes even realized.

Things to Do in New York City

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Geek out at the American Musem of Natural History

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Feel like Larry in Night at the Museum as you tour through the exhibits.

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Find Balto in Central Park

Sights

Find the statue of Balto in Central Park and read about his heroic role during a 1925 diphtheria epidemic

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Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade live

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Show up early and grab a good spot to watch the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. See some famous faces and performances while you’re there!

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Light Up The Night at Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

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It doesn't get more holiday vibey than this, folks! The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is the tree to see. You'll feel cheerier than a reindeer on Christmas Eve!

Slurp Up Some Real Ramen

Food & Drink

Forget that instant noodle life—it's time to get slurpy with the real deal. Find yourself a cozy noodle joint and dive into a bowl of umami-packed ramen. With a broth that's been simmering for hours a...

Zip-Line Through the Trees

Outdoors

Wanna zip through the air, Tarzan-style? Head on over to Governors Island, and you'll be flying faster than a New York minute with an unbeatable city skyline backdrop!

Kayak Through the Urban Jungle

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Paddle your way through NYC! Rent a kayak and float down the Hudson River, taking in the unique skyline from a whole new perspective. No need for a boat-load of experience – the currents are relativel...

Get Cozy in a Speakeasy Library

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Imagine sneaking your way into a private library where you'll find leather-bound books, vintage whiskeys, and secret stories of New York City! Hidden within the bustling streets, there's a whimsical p...

Go Stargazing in the City

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You wouldn’t really think about stargazing in New York City with its dazzling city lights and skyscrapers, would you? Well, surprise! You can actually get a glimpse of the night sky wonders right in t...

Become A Beekeeper in the Concrete Jungle

The Unexpected

Imagine this: you're in New York City, surrounded by skyscrapers, when you pop open a rooftop and voilà—the buzzing symphony of bees greets you! Oh yes, beekeeping has become a surprising urban hobby ...

Catch and Release in the Harlem Meer

Outdoors

Dust off that fishing hat and bring out your inner angler at Harlem Meer. It's catch and release, so no fishy friends are harmed, but the bragging rights? All yours!

Kayak the City Scape

Outdoors

Ready to paddle your way around the skyscraper wilderness? Kayaking in NYC is like splish-splashing through the coolest urban water trail ever. You'll feel like a mallard with moxie right in the city ...

Rock Climb at Chelsea Piers

Outdoors

Climb up, up, up and away at Chelsea Piers! Who needs mountains when you've got epic indoor walls? It's like a jungle gym for grown-ups with a view of the Hudson!

Catch Some Sun on City Beaches

Outdoors

Who says you can't beach it up in the Big Apple? Slap on that SPF, catch some rays, and seagull-watch at NYC's sandy stretches. It's like the tropics minus the palm trees!

Conquer the Cronut Craze

Food & Drink

It's a donut... It's a croissant... No, it's a Cronut! Brace yourself for the flaky, sweet, and utterly irresistible hybrid that has taken the pastry world by storm. Get in line early; these babies se...

Whisk Away Up the High-Speed Elevator at the Edge

Sights

Hold onto your hats, because you're going sky-high, my friend! The Edge sky deck will give you the chills and the thrills with its glass floor and killer views of the Big Apple!

Savor the Secret of a Speakeasy Burger

Food & Drink

Ever wanted to chomp on a burger in a bar that's hidden behind a phone booth? Well, here's your chance to eat like a 1920s outlaw with some of the juiciest, most secretive burgers in town!

Munch on Mind-Blowing Mexican Street Corn

Food & Drink

Get your hands messy with some elote! This grilled corn smothered in all sorts of delightful toppings will make you want to shout '¡Olé!' after each bite.

Crack Into a Creamy Cheesecake

Food & Drink

If you haven't had a New York cheesecake, have you even lived? Dive into the rich, creamy, and tangy world of NYC's most famous dessert. Resistance? Futile.

Explore the Hidden Vault at the New York Public Library

The Unexpected

Think you’ve seen everything the New York Public Library has to offer? Think again! Buried beneath the iconic main library on 42nd Street is an underground vault packed to the brim with treasures. Fro...

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