New York City, NY
What to do in New York City, NY
Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty is an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy, standing proudly in New York Harbor. Visitors can take a ferry to Liberty Island to get an up-close look at the statue, learn about its history at the museum, and even climb to the crown for breathtaking views of the city skyline. It’s a must-visit for anyone coming to New York City, offering a powerful and emotional experience.
Times Square
Known as “The Crossroads of the World,” Times Square is a bustling hub of entertainment, bright lights, and endless activity. Tourists can immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere, walk through the myriad of neon signs, visit Broadway theaters, shop at flagship stores, and dine in world-renowned restaurants. The energy of Times Square is truly unmatched, making it a top destination for visitors.
Central Park
A sprawling oasis in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park offers a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Visitors can explore its winding paths, lush gardens, picturesque bridges, and iconic landmarks such as Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge. With various activities including horse-drawn carriage rides, boat rentals, open-air concerts, and the Central Park Zoo, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this urban paradise.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
As one of the world’s most prestigious art museums, The Met boasts a vast collection spanning thousands of years, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to modern masterpieces. Visitors can admire works by renowned artists, explore diverse exhibitions, and marvel at the museum’s stunning architecture. With its unparalleled cultural significance, a trip to The Met promises an enriching and memorable experience for tourists of all interests.
The High Line
This innovative urban park transformed from an old railway line offers a unique perspective of New York City. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the elevated pathway, enjoying beautiful greenery, art installations, and striking city views. The High Line seamlessly blends nature with urban design, providing a distinctive and serene experience in the midst of the city’s dynamic landscape.
Example Two-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Explore Midtown and Lower Manhattan
Morning:
- Start your day at the iconic Times Square. Take in the bright lights and bustling atmosphere. Don’t forget to snap some photos!
Late Morning:
- Walk to the nearby Rockefeller Center and head up to the “Top of the Rock” observation deck for stunning views of the city, including the Empire State Building and Central Park.
Afternoon:
- Stroll down Fifth Avenue and indulge in some retail therapy at the luxury shops and flagship stores. Don’t miss the beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the picturesque Bryant Park.
Late Afternoon:
- Head to the Empire State Building for a ride to the top and soak in the breathtaking panoramic city views.
Evening:
- Walk towards Chelsea Market and the High Line. Enjoy the unique architecture and greenery of the elevated park.
Day 2: Discover Uptown and Brooklyn
Morning:
- Start your day with a visit to Central Park. Take a leisurely walk, rent a rowboat, or visit the Central Park Zoo.
Late Morning:
- Explore the famous Museum Mile on Fifth Avenue. Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) to immerse yourself in art and culture.
Afternoon:
- Head downtown to the historic Brooklyn Bridge. Walk across for stunning skyline views and the perfect Instagram-worthy shots.
Late Afternoon:
- Once in Brooklyn, explore the trendy neighborhoods of DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights. Admire the views of Manhattan from Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Evening:
- Finish your trip with a visit to the iconic Brooklyn Bridge Park and maybe catch a beautiful sunset over the Manhattan skyline.
Sightseeing Tours
Embark on guided tours around the city, including bus tours, boat cruises, walking tours, and helicopter rides to explore iconic landmarks and neighborhoods.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt blends elements of art and technology, taking the concept of an “observation deck” to entirely new heights.
Explore three levels of mind-bending multi-sensory immersive experiences set atop the tallest commercial skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan.
Enjoy spectacular 360 views of New York City and beyond on all 3 floors of SUMMIT, including close ups views of the Empire State Building and the Chrysler building.
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Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket
Edge is the highest outdoor observation deck in the western hemisphere. Our unique vantage point on the western side of Manhattan lets you take in the entire skyline from one place. See all the way from the tip of Central Park down to the Statue of Liberty and beyond.
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New York CityPASS®
Visiting New York City? Experience 5 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together at a 40% savings, with New York CityPASS® tickets. Spend less time planning and more time exploring. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order. Valid for 9 consecutive days including the first day of use. Buy online for instant mobile delivery.
Get admission to 5 attractions.
Includes:
• Empire State Building Observatory
• American Museum of Natural History
Plus choose 3 of the following:
• Top of The Rock® Observation Deck
• Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
• 9/11 Memorial & Museum
• Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
• Intrepid Museum
• Guggenheim Museum
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Visit my.citypass.com to make reservations (if required), access tickets and view attraction details.
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NYC TV & Movie Tour
Take a guided tour of New York sites from your favorite movies and television shows, including ‘Friends,’ Birdman,’ ‘Girls’ and ‘Glee.’ On this must-do tour, your entertaining and in-the-know guide — an actor with insider knowledge— takes you to dozens of recognizable locations from TV and film. You’ll catch a glimpse of the Daily Bugle offices featured in ‘Spider-Man’ and spot the legendary Original Soupman who inspired a character featured on ‘Seinfeld,’ among many others. Come ready to sing your favorite show theme songs.
Depending on the size of your group, your tour might be in a coach bus, mini bus, Sedan, SUV, or sprinter.
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Cuisine and Dining
Indulge in a diverse culinary scene with renowned restaurants, food markets, food trucks, and diverse cuisines from around the world.
NYC Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy
Four different food tastings in locations that blend together rich history, rich culture, and even richer flavors! Tickets include all the tastings, more than enough for lunch or dinner. Visit our favorite family-owned shops, support NYC locations that are off-the-beaten-path, and enjoy the history of establishments that have been in business for over 100 years. Feel connected with our smaller group sizes led by historian tour guides who want to create a custom, unforgettable experience.
Please note, children's tickets (ages 0-6) does not include food.
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Ahoy NY Food Tour's Chinatown & Little Italy Food Fest EST 2009
The original food tour of Little Italy and Chinatown since 2009 explores the tastes and history of two diverse NYC neighborhoods. This woman owned and operated business ensures that animated and friendly guides allow their guests to learn these neighborhoods through fascinating historical stories and culinary delights. There are 2-3 seated tastings and 5-6 on-the-go tastings to ensure that you explore both neighborhoods in 3 hours. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and gluten free.
The delicious food tastings range from delicious dumplings to a sit-down authentic Italian meal. For guests 21 and up there will be an option to have a glass of wine at the seated tasting.
One leaves this tour fully satisfied, along with a new found confidence in navigating the neighborhoods with a provided recommendation list in hand. This tour is a must if you're a local or visitor looking to get off-the-beaten path and taste amazing foods.
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Chelsea Market and High Line Food Tour by Like A Local Tours
Don't get swept up in the crowds! Let us lead the way. Eat your way through Chelsea Market & the High Line & Pier 57! Learn the history of the neighborhood & enjoy an incredible walk with unparalleled views of the city on NYC's famous High Line to Hudson Yards. Enjoy even more stunning views from the rooftop of Pier 57, and even take a peek at Lady Liberty in the distance! Enjoy bites from the James Beard Foundation's Market 57 at Pier 57.
Know that you are making a difference by simply choosing our tours; we offer guests a way to give back to the community, by engaging with our social impact partners. By adding a social impact partner to each food tour, we've created a unique experience for you and assure that every tour we run is having a direct positive impact on the community we'll be exploring.
Enough food for lunch! This tour is Vegetarian friendly and we can accommodate Gluten Free with substitutions.
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Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasting Tour
Come explore the coolest neighborhood in NYC. We make our way through iconic Washington Square Park and its famous arch. Learn about how the park, which movies like 'I Am Legend,' 'Searching For Bobby Fischer' and 'August Rush' were filmed at, and eat our way through town. Learn something, eat something, love everything!
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Historical Landmarks
Discover New York City's rich history by visiting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and Ellis Island.
9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket
The 9/11 Memorial Museum in Lower Manhattan preserves the history of the attacks on the World Trade Center, and documents the significance of those events through building remnants, personal artifacts, first-person accounts and multimedia displays. With this admission ticket, take a self-guided tour of the museum's memorial exhibition and 3-part historical exhibition, which commemorates the 2,983 people who were killed, honors those who risked their lives to save others, and reflects on the courage and compassion shown in the aftermath.
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All-Access 9/11: Ground Zero Tour, Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory
This full experience of September 11th sites in Manhattan includes a 90-minute guided walking tour of Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial, entry to the 9/11 Museum and One World Observatory. As you're led by a local New Yorker guide with personal connection to the events of 9/11, hear stories of tragedy and heroism and gain a deeper understanding of the attack and aftermath. Select from two departure times when booking.
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Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Discover the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets, and a guided missile submarine at the Intrepid Museum in New York City. Visitors of all ages can connect them to history through hands-on exploration, stories of heroism, and firsthand accounts of the people who were there. Space Shuttle Pavilion, submarine Growler and all temporary exhibitions included in your admission.
*note that the Space Shuttle Pavilion is closed until March 25 due to the installation of another exhibition coming soon
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Official NYC Horse Carriage Rides in Central Park since 1979 ™
The Official NYC Horse Carriage Rides™ is a family-owned & operated business. My Father, Giuseppe started the business in 1979 after emigrating to New York City from Sicily. My name is Frank & as a child, I looked up to my Father and fell in love with the family business and horses. I now manage the company and ensure the highest level of quality horse-drawn carriage rides service in Central Park. My Father and I book, lead the tours and overlook the carriages which ensure you will always have professionalism, 100% horse welfare, licensed tour guides & well-maintained carriage. Beware of imitating websites & vendors, as we have been proudly serving Central Park Carriage Rides in NYC since 1979 & are the Official NYC Horse Carriage Ride Company.
We are the most reputable NYC Horse Carriage Ride company in Central Park. We have an outstanding +7000 raving reviews from satisfied customers. Why waste your time and money with random third-party vendors, when we are voted #1 in Central Park
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Performing Arts
Experience live performances in various venues across the city, including concerts, dance shows, comedy clubs, and opera performances.
The Lion King On Broadway Ticket
Book your tickets for the Tony-winning extravaganza 'The Lion King' on Broadway. A favorite with children and adults alike, 'The Lion King' is a visual and audio feast of colorful costumes and award-winning music by Elton John and Tim Rice. Don't miss your chance to see this popular Broadway show during your visit to New York City.
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MJ The Musical on Broadway Ticket
MJ is the electrifying new Broadway musical that takes audiences inside the creative process of one of the greatest entertainers in history.
Featuring over 25 of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, MJ allows us to rediscover the man in the mirror – with an explosion of music, choreography and theatricality as unforgettable as the artist himself.
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Hamilton on Broadway Ticket
Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is. From orphan to Washington's right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country's first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy. George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton's lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind. Experience a fresh look at the era of the Founding Fathers.
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Disney's Aladdin on Broadway Ticket
Book your tickets to the new, Tony Award winning Broadway rendition of Disney’s classic animated film ‘Aladdin’! See the beloved cast of characters come to life in a musical at New York City’s New Amsterdam Theater. A splashy set turns the stage into Agrabah, a city inhabited by royalty, pickpockets and one wily Genie. Audiences of all ages can delight in the original award-winning score that includes “A Whole New World.” Additionally, enjoy songs by Howard Ashman that were not used in the 1992 film and all new numbers created just for the stage. Don’t miss your chance to see Broadway’s newest spectacle, magic flying carpet and all!
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Outdoor Activities
Engage in outdoor activities like biking along the Hudson River, walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, exploring botanical gardens, and enjoying rooftop bars.
Guided Bike Tour of Central Park New York City
Explore Central Park with a 2-hour guided bike tour. All of our Central Park tour guides are licensed professionals. All of our bikes are Trek or Giant brand bikes new to this model year with no tacky advertisements on them. Your bike package is included with your tour purchase. Some of the sites seen on this tour are Columbus Circle, The Central Park Mall, The Bethesda Fountain, The Conservatory Water, The Reservoir, The Conservatory Garden, The Great Lawn, The Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Fields, the Alice in Wonderland Statue, and Cherry Hill. We provided one live tour guide per every 15 people in order to keep the tour groups small.
Adult bikes, child bikes, child trailers, child seats, and accessible hand cycles are all available.
Bike baskets are available.
Customer can reschedule for any reason at no additional cost.
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NYC Central Park Bike Rental
Fall in love with New York City’s Central Park as you bike around and explore the area at your own pace. Pick up your bike at a convenient location, just three blocks from Central Park, and spend time discovering all that this beautiful park has to offer. Choose from 1-hour to 2-day bike rental options. Bike rentals regularly selling out weeks in advance during the peak season, so book ahead of time to avoid disappointment!
Hours of Operation:
4/1 - 10/31 9am to 7pm
11/1 - 3/31 9am to 5pm
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Bike Rental in NYC Central Park
Discover Central Park, by bike with this affordable bike rental. The beauty of Central Park’s design is whether you have an hour or a full day, starting at 59th street (Columbus Circle), there are countless attractions like the magical carousel, Alice in Wonderland Sculpture, and Lake (think Stuart Little). The Dairy and Balto statue too and if you have time, stop and play a game at the chess and checker’s house. The famous Bethesda Fountain seen in hundreds of movies, the literary walk with statues of literary giants, and Strawberry Fields are close to one another, and all are just in the lower half of the park and perfectly doable in an hour. Beyond 72nd Street all the way to 110th, there is so much more and with a little more time, you can make the full five-mile circle! In the warm weather enjoy a carousel ride or picnic in Sheep Meadow and in the winter. A spin around the ice-skating rink. We provide a Central Park map so that you can chart your own path in your own time.
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