Many people say New York City is the greatest city in the world. Exploring New York can make for a great weekend, and with so many options, it's wise to put together a plan before you visit. Regardless of the time of year, you will find a plethora of indoor and outdoor activities in New York. Here are some of the best things to do while in New York City.
There are countless things to do in New York City regardless of when you visit. You'll find fewer tourists in New York during the spring and fall than you will during the summertime and the winter holidays. In warmer weather, you can take a stroll through Central Park or walk through the city streets. Visit the famous Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center from November to February. What you do in New York City will be determined by the time of year you choose to visit the city.
New York City is home to some of the most famous landmarks in the world. The World Trade Center site and Wall Street are in located in lower Manhattan. Be sure to grab a picture of the Empire State Building, found on 5th Avenue and 34 Street. See the entire city from the Top of the Rock or see the famous skating rink and Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center during the winter months. Central Park begins on 5th Avenue and 59 Street and extends all the way down to 110th Street. The park is good for more than a walk or picnic. Visit Strawberry Fields in Central Park (between 71st and 74th Streets on the West Side), the area dedicated to the music and life of John Lennon.
Anybody can find something to do in New York City. Sports fans can watch the Mets, Yankees, Knicks, and Rangers in New York. Macy's on 34th Street, Bloomingdale's (Lexington Avenue and 59th Street), the stores in Times Square and the shops in The Village are musts for the person who loves to shop. Museum lovers can visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art (5th Avenue and 82 Street), the American Museum of Natural History (Central Park West and West 79th Street) and even the Museum of Sex (27th Street on 5th Avenue). You can also choose from dozens of different shows which occur in the famous Theater District of New York.
Many people believe that New York City is an extremely expensive place to visit. Granted, taking in a Broadway show or attending a sporting event in New York will cost you a good amount of money. However, one can eat in New York for relatively cheap. Ray's Pizza shops can be found throughout New York and are famous for having some of the best slices in the city. It won't cost you a dime to walk through the numerous neighborhoods of the city. The best way to experience New York is on foot, after all.
New York is safer than many people believe. Even at night, most tourist spots are very well lit and highly populated.
Start your New York City trip at the World Trade Center site. You will be able to see Ground Zero and all of the memorials that surround the site. From there, Wall Street and the entire Financial District are just a 10 to 15 minute walk away. There are numerous subway trains that stop in the area, allowing you to go uptown whenever you're ready.
Spend (at least) an entire weekend investigating around New York. Visit places that aren't necessarily tourist spots. Sit on the steps at Union Square Park on 14th Street and Broadway and check out the beautiful homes on the upper east side of Manhattan. Simply put, New York cannot be done in a day. It's too big and there's far too much to see.
