Spending a weekend in New York City offers a myriad of activities, events and attractions to keep you busy during your stay. Whether you prefer indoor or indoor activities and depending on the time of year you visit the city, a weekend in NYC provides an abundance of things to do. Things to do exist for almost any desire and almost any budget.
New York City is a city rich in history with each neighborhood boasting it's own special flavor. To experience New York City and it's rich history, tours are always an available option. Rain or shine, any season, numerous tours via numerous modes such as bus, helicopter, subway, bike, on foot or by boat can take you in and around the city. Whatever your interests, tasting the various styles of New York Style pizza to biking through Central Park you can have fun and learn a bit of history along the way.
For live entertainment, take in a Broadway or off-Broadway show while you're in town for the weekend. Live music and dance performances are also options you can choose from at venues such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. During the winter holiday season, you can purchase tickets to Radio City Music Hall to see the Holiday Spectacular featuring the Rockettes dance team.
Some of the focal points of New York City include architectural wonders that are a must-see when you are in the city for a weekend visit. Tourists regularly visit the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the multitude of museums available in the area. Carnegie Hall, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Bronx Zoo, Rockefeller Center, Yankee Stadium and the Apollo Theater are also key sights.
