You could live here for a lifetime and never run out of things to do. Here's where to start. Alexander Spatari/Getty One of the mysterious things about New York City is that the closer you look—even at something as minor as a street corner—the more you see. And the longer you look, the more quickly it changes before your eyes. People can live here for 100 years and never run out of places to go or people to meet; deciding what to do first in New York is daunting, which is why we're narrowing your options. Whether you're a local itching to get out of your neighborhood or an out-of-towner who doesn't know The Met from the Mets, these new and classic activities will dazzle you. From wandering Central Park to slurping soup dumplings in Chinatown, these are a few of our very favorite things to do in New York City, from Midtown to Brooklyn. Read our complete New York City travel guide here. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC Swanky, and a short stroll from Chelsea, the West Village, and the Meatpacking District. Hotel Chelsea may not be filled with famous musicians anymore, but the rock-and-roll vibe remains. Part hotel, part members club, and the sibling to The Ned London. Midtown Manhattan chic just a quick hop from Bryant Park and the New York Public Library. The World Is Huge. Don't Miss Any Of ItSign up for our newsletters to receive the latest and greatest on all things travel. What is the most visited place in New York?With over 39 million visitors annually, Times Square is the world's most visited tourist attraction. The bright lights and big city feel of this commercial intersection have iconified this spot as “The Crossroad of the World.” Today, Times Square is a major center of the world's entertainment industry.
What is the number 1 attraction in New York?1. Statue of Liberty. America's most iconic sight, the Statue of Liberty is at the top of every first-time visitor's list of things to do in New York.
Which part of NYC should I visit?Best NYC Neighborhood for Sightseeing: Midtown
While there's much to see everywhere in the city, the most sights in one neighborhood by far are those clustered in Midtown, the heart of New York shopping and theater and home to some of its most iconic buildings.
What is the prettiest place in New York?PureWow. Canandaigua Lake. Just because Canandaigua is one of the lesser-known Finger Lakes and a bit further from NYC doesn't make it any less special. ... . Tivoli Bays. ... . Orient. ... . Fire Island. ... . Lake George. ... . New York Harbor. ... . Montauk. ... . Lake Placid.. |