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Winter Activities in the Big Apple

The holiday season may have ended, but NYC is still a winter wonderland. Check out all the great things to eat, see, and do for a winter getaway in New York City.

Broadway Guide Insider: Christian Douglas from Moulin Rouge! The Musical

With so many talented locals, there are plenty of recommendations for great ways to enjoy the city. We love chatting with Broadway’s fantastic cast members about their NYC favorites.

Free Things to Do in New York City

A trip to the Big Apple doesn’t have to cost your life savings. We’ve rounded up plenty of free things to do so you can visit on a budget!

New York City has seen an explosion of sophisticated zero-proof mixology, with premier lounges and restaurants now offering expansive dedicated menus for Dry January. Dry January in NYC

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Concierge Corner

Frederick Jones, Guest Relations Director at The NH Collection New York Madison Avenue Hotel

Q: Why do you refer your guests to The Welcome Guide® and what makes it an important resource for you?

A: Unlike other guides, The Welcome Guide reads to readers as truly valuing readers time—and offering immense transparency in its “Your Guide to Navigating NYC” and “Transportation” pages, allowing visitors to maximize their time in NYC according to their desired experiences, and a true guide on how to get around.

Q: What are your best tips for exploring NYC like a local?

A: I like to tell guests that the best way to explore New York like a local is to walk everywhere. You not only get to see more sights than you would be, for example, on the subway, but you also get a feel for the culture of New York City, which is what makes it so unique.

Q: What should be on every visitor’s “bucket list” when visiting?

A: Talk to New Yorkers, your hotel concierge, and ask questions! New Yorkers know what attractions are worth it versus being tourist traps, and want you to truly experience the local restaurants, nightlife, neighborhoods, markets, and hidden gems.

Q: What’s an excellent spot to capture a great selfie?

A: A selfie spot I am guilty of gatekeeping is the observation deck at Belvedere Castle in Central Park. It blends nature with the NYC skyline so beautifully.

Q: What is the best suggestion you can give a first-time visitor?

A: There is never a dull second in New York City—if you see an activity, experience or restaurant that even slightly excites you- go. New York City is filled with the unimaginable and anything you can dream of, most likely exists.

Q: Where's the best place to take kids of all ages?

A: The Ellis Island Museum of Immigration and Statue of Liberty are a great activity for kids and teenagers. Both are very immersive and do a great job of retaining interest for all ages.

BIG APPLE WINTER

ENJOY THE CHILL

It might be winter, but there’s still plenty to explore in the Big Apple. When it’s dry, traveling by foot is still a great way to get around and see the sights.

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EXPLORE A NEIGHBORHOOD

No matter the time of year, there are so many fantastic neighborhoods and blocks to check out in NYC. It’s easy to spend an afternoon exploring just one.

Check out a new place to explore HERE

DO SOME SHOPPING

It's okay if you weren't quite prepared for the cold. There are dozens of fantastic shopping options to help you gear up for the lower temperatures!

TAKE IN A SHOW

If spending time outdoors isn't your thing this season, stay indoors and take in a wonderful production on or off Broadway! There are so many options.

WINTER DATE NIGHTS

There's just something so hearty about a cozy winter meal. Fight off the chill with a delicious dinner (or breakfast, brunch, or lunch) that's sure to warm you through.

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WINTER IN NEW YORK

The best of the season is still in full swing this month!

In January, New York City is the perfect place to be if you're looking for some winter wonderland escapades. This bustling metropolis has plenty of fun-filled activities to keep you entertained throughout the month. From ice skating to rooftop lounges, the city is still buzzing with exciting winter activities and activations to experience.

If you missed out on a holiday visit to the Big Apple, the New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show is a must-see that can still be enjoyed for parts of January. This spectacular show features an intricate display of model trains that weave their way through the garden's enchanting landscapes, including iconic New York landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty. The show runs through January 11, so you still have time to catch this breathtaking festive event.

Even if you're a seasoned NYC visitor, January is a fantastic time to enjoy the city with so many discounted opportunities. New York Restaurant Week, Broadway Week, Must-See Week, and Winter Outing all begin on January 20 and run throughout the month until February 12, 2026. During these promotional periods, you can score amazing deals like two-for-one tickets to some of the best Broadway shows, discounted set menus at some of the hottest restaurants in the city, special pricing on tours and attractions, and more. New York Hotel Week begins on January 20

and runs through February 12, 2026, so you can score some excellent deals on hotel rooms all over the city.

Experience the vibrant sounds and soulful melodies of one of New York City's most anticipated winter events. Winter Jazzfest brings together renowned jazz musicians worldwide for a series of captivating performances across various iconic venues in the city from January 813, 2026. Immerse yourself in the rich improvisations and infectious rhythms that define this celebrated genre as you navigate through the buzzing streets of New York. From intimate clubs to grand stages, Winter Jazzfest offers a diverse lineup of talented artists, showcasing the evolution and innovation of jazz. Join music enthusiasts and jazz aficionados for an unforgettable celebration of this timeless art form.

When it comes to winter activities, ice skating is a classic choice, especially in the Big Apple. Bank of

America Winter Village at Bryant Park offers the largest free skating rink in New York City. Though the holiday shops close shortly after the holiday season ends (January 4, 2025), the rink is slated to stay open for the season with a closing date of March 1, 2026. Bring your own skates or rent a pair when you get there! Guests can also rent skate aids and helmets, while bag and coat checks are available for those bringing personal items (bags are not allowed on the rink). Cozy igloos can be booked through the end of February.

Skating is also available at The Rink at Rockefeller Center, where guests can skate under one of the most famous buildings in the city—the rink typically stays open through early March. Tickets are available for a specified amount of time, and those looking to skate multiple days can purchase a season pass.

TREE LIGHTINGS IN NYC 2024

You can also skate at Wollman Rink in Central Park, where the rink is surrounded by trees and the gorgeous city skyline. Wollman Rink closes for the season on March 22, 2026. Pricing is based on peak pricing and varies by day (children three and under skate for free).

This winter, New York City’s premier dining destinations are making Dry January more elevated than ever with sophisticated zeroproof programs that refuse to compromise on flavor. At Printemps New York, Culinary Director Gregory Gourdet highlights the French diaspora through inventive mocktails like the tropical Situationship at the intimate Red Room Bar, while the store’s other venues, Maison Passerelle and Salon Vert, offer inclusive pairings for modern French fare. Nearby, KABIN serves up the complex

Maternity Leave, a comforting blend topped with a signature lime foam, and the acclaimed bar Shinji’s has moved its expertly crafted “Zero and Low Alcohol” selections to the very front of its menu. These artisanal offerings provide a refined way to celebrate the season with all the complexity of a world-class cocktail but none of the ABV.

Winter is the perfect time to try some of the best sweets in town, such as the city's selection of delicious hot chocolate. Looking for something indulgently extravagant? Check out the viral Instagram hot chocolate from Glace New York on the Upper East Side with flavors like Classic S'Mores and White Chocolate Brûlée. The Chocolate Room and L.A. Burdick also offer delicious hot chocolate options— why limit yourself to just one when it’s so cold outside?

Weekend inNewYork

A holiday weekend in New York City is an immersive, high-energy experience defined by the dense concentration of seasonal spectacles.From the intricately decorated hotels and dazzling light displays to the holiday popup bars, ice skating, and tree lightings, there isn’t a single dull moment to be had on a holiday weekend in the Big Apple.

Foxtail at Arlo SoHo is a sleek, speakeasy-inspired lounge that captures the mid-century glamour of the 1950s and ’60s, a style increasingly popular in the city’s evolving nightlife scene. Led by Gary Wallach and Carsten Johannsen of Renwick Hospitality Group, the space pairs retro decadence with a mischievous spirit, featuring live burlesque and musical performances that amplify its cheeky atmosphere. The beverage program is a nostalgic tribute to American elegance, offering everything from shareable crystal punch bowls to elevated kitchen classics. For those celebrating Dry January, the menu includes thoughtfully crafted mocktails like a refreshing chamomile and Seedlip highball, ensuring that the era’s signature sophistication is accessible even without the alcohol.

now Min Bhujel, blends traditional Indian flavors with a modern twist. The introduction of 25 new dishes reflects Shiva's vision and travels across India, offering diners an extraordinary taste experience. Handmade spice blends, chutneys, and sauces add authenticity to each meal, embodying the spirit of Indian hospitality with the principle of "Atithi Devo Bhava" (treat each guest as divine). The dining experience is further enhanced by a curated international wine list, a selection of Indian beers, and innovatively delicious cocktails curated by Allen Katz.

Located in Midtown, Madame George offers a sophisticated escape where Beverage Director Marshall Minaya serves up non-alcoholic elixirs inspired by the city’s vibrant history, making it a premier destination for Dry January enthusiasts. Guests can explore the complex “Concrete Jungle,” a savory coconut and curry-infused julep, or the “Paradise Garage,” a tropical tribute to the legendary Soho nightclub featuring a tart pomegranate-cherry shrub. Beyond the artisanal cocktails, the lounge transforms into a theatrical hub for Broadway’s Night Off, a high-energy musical showcase held from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM every Monday night. The event allows stars from hit shows to step off-script with unexpected songs alongside a live band.

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Chola Coastal Indian Cuisine, a gem in New York City, under the guidance of Shiva Natarajan and

Wings Air Helicopter Tours is a premier helicopter tour provider that offers an unparalleled view of New York City. Its fleet of helicopters is modern and well-maintained, ensuring maximum safety and comfort for all passengers. Wings Air offers a variety of tour options that cater to different preferences and budgets, ranging from a 12-minute aerial experience to a deluxe 45-minute tour that covers all significant landmarks in the city.

Central Park is a majestic oasis of greenery during the winter months. Its sprawling landscape transforms into a winter wonderland, making it a perfect location for a peaceful stroll. The snow-covered trees, the frozen lakes, and the iconic Central Park Zoo are just a few of the many sights that add to the charm of this oasis. For a more romantic experience, visitors can take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the park, snuggled under a warm blanket as they soak in the festive atmosphere. Central Park provides an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The Rubin Museum of Art is known for its vast collection of Himalayan Art and artifacts that reflect the diverse cultures of the region. The museum is committed to promoting an understanding of the art and cultures of the Himalayas and their global connections. It features various exhibitions all year long, showcasing rare and unique works from its collection. Visitors can explore the galleries to learn about the history, philosophy, and art of the Himalayan region, from ancient to contemporary times.

The Hard Rock Hotel New York is a luxurious destination for travelers seeking sophisticated accommodations just steps away from Times Square. With a sleek and stylish design, the hotel features 446 rooms and suites adorned with rock and roll memorabilia, plush bedding, and modern amenities. Guests can also enjoy the onsite restaurant, bar, fitness center, and rooftop lounge with stunning views of the city.

The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue is a five-star luxury hotel that embodies elegance and sophistication centrally located in Midtown. Guests can choose from 234 spacious and opulent rooms and suites, each featuring sumptuous furnishings, premium bedding, and state-of-the-art technology. The hotel also offers exceptional dining experiences, including Ai Fiori, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and The Bar at The Langham.

For travelers seeking apartment-style spaces that feel like home, Hotel AKA NoMad is an ideal destination. Located in the trendy NoMad neighborhood, the hotel features 95 stylishly appointed suites with full kitchens, separate living areas, and luxurious amenities. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's fitness center, business center, and onsite restaurant, which serves organic and locally sourced cuisine. With its prime location and upscale amenities, Hotel AKA NoMad is an excellent choice for any stay in NYC.

Broadway

Guide Insider:

local. Some of the city’s notable locals are also the stars of Broadway. We talked with Christian Douglas who stars as Christian in Moulin Rouge! The Musical, about his favorite places in NYC.

Rouge!. This is a very kismet moment for me playing Christian the Songwriter on Broadway because I’m also Christian, the songwriter, in real life! I have loved the story of Moulin Rouge since I was a teenager. I remember watching the movie for the first time and falling in love with love. Now, almost 20 years later, I have the pleasure of telling the very story I fell in love with 8 times a week.

How did you get your start in performing, and in what other shows have you performed?

Douglas- I got my start in music as a kid, playing the piano and singing in choir. It wasn’t until college that I

found a love and a knack for musical theater. But after college, I spent 4 years in the Army, singing with the U.S. Army Chorus. It wasn’t until my late twenties that I decided to leave the army and move to New York to pursue the musical theater dream. Since then, for the past 4 years, I’ve been lucky enough to find myself in incredible opportunities, performing in the Pretty Woman 1st National Tour, the Kinky Boots Off-Broadway remount as Charlie Price, and finally Moulin Rouge! on tour and on Broadway. Modern Millie and The Full Monty.

How would you describe your show to someone completely unfamiliar with Broadway?

Douglas- I would describe Moulin Rouge! as a spectacle, an epic love story, a concert of your favorite songs of the past half-century, and an incredible night out. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll leave singing. If you are familiar with the movie, it takes Baz Luhrmann’s high-octane fever dream and transfers that energy to the stage with an updated score, arranged and conceived by Justin Levine.

What was the one NYC lesson you learned shortly after arriving in the Big Apple?

Douglas- For me, as a self-diagnosed introvert, the biggest lesson has been to make my living space feel like an oasis. As soon as you step outside, New York won’t go easy on you, so having a place to come home and recharge has been essential.

What are the best tips you can give a visitor?

Douglas- I’d say as long as you’ve seen Times Square once, try to branch out to some more scenic and quiet parts of the city like the Upper West Side, Central Park, Lincoln Center, or the West Village Each neighborhood has its own unique vibe and charm, and no shortage of great restaurants!

Read more at govisit.guide and follow Christian Douglas on social media at @christiandouglasmusic!

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NEIGHBORHOODS

Your Guide to Navigating NYC

MidtownWest

ComprisedofTimesSquare,theTheatreDistrict andpointswest,MidtownWestspans59thSt.to 42ndSt.HighlightsincludeRockefellerCenter, RadioCityMusicHall,homeoftheworld-famous RockettesandtheRainbowRoom

LocatedatRockefellerCenterisNBCStudios, wherevisitorsandlocalscanbepartofthestudio audiencesforsomeoftheirfavoritetalkshowslike “LateNightwithSethMeyers”and“TheTonight ShowStarringJimmyFallon.”

Ifyou’relookingforsweets,Hershey’sChocolate WorldandM&M’sWorldarebothjustablocknorth oftheRedStairs.

IfmidnightisnowuponyouinTimesSquare,you’re intherightplaceattherighttime.Nightly,beginning threeminutestomidnight,TimesSquarehasits MidnightMoment.Thisdisplayistheworld’slargest, longest-runningdigitalartexhibition,synchronized onalltheelectronicbillboardsthroughoutTimes Square.

Threeblocksnorthyou’llfindtheworld-famous MuseumofModernArt.Constantlyfeaturing variousexhibitsandevents,MoMAneverfailsto deliversomethinginterestingonanygivenday.

HeadingfartherwestisHell’sKitchen.Known initiallyasacrime-heavyneighborhoodpregentrification,Hell’sKitchenbeganlifeasahaven forworking-classIrishAmericans.Thebustling neighborhoodisnowmostknownforRestaurant Row,locatedon46thSt.

Laterinthe20thcentury,Hell’sKitchengrewin popularityduetoitsproximitytoBroadwaytheaters andtheActorsStudio.Thecostoflivingatthetime waslow,makingtheunpopularneighborhoodahot choiceforaspiringactorsandartists.

LiketheMidnightMoment,ifyou’reinNewYorkCity aroundNewYear’sEve,don’tmisstheTimesSquare balldropatleastonceinyourlifetime.Withovera millionannualvisitors,it’slikeamassivepartyinfthe CityThatNeverSleepsandatestamenttothe statementthatTimesSquareisthe“crossroadsof theworld.”

MidtownEast

Spanningfrom5thAve.totheFDRDriveandfrom 59thSt.to42ndSt.,MidtownEastisrightnearthe buzzofTimesSquare

NottobeoutshinedbyManhattan’sfamouscity center,MidtownEastboastsavarietyofattractions thatyouwon’tfindanywhereelseinNYC.It’sthe perfectplacetospendadaywithfamily-friendly activitiesandattractions.

TheextremewesternedgebytheHudsonRiver boaststhefamousWWIIaircraftcarrier,nowthe IntrepidSea,Air&SpaceMuseum,andthefamous CircleLinesightseeingboats.Makesuretocheck onlinefortourreservations.

TimesSquare/Broadway

TimesSquarestretchesfrom40thSt.to53rdSt. between8thAve.andBroadway,attheheartofthe TheaterDistrict,whichishometo41professional theaters.

TimesSquaregotitstitlewhenTheNewYork Timesmovedintotheareain1904.Nowadays,the areaisknownformanyofNewYork’skeytourist attractions.TheseincludeMadameTussauds,Dave andBuster’sandSpyscape

Ifyoumakeyourwaytothenorthernsectionof TimesSquare,you’llfindyourselfattheRedStairs at47thSt.andBroadway—theperfectplacefora selfie.

LocatedrightattheheartofMidtownEastisGrand CentralTerminal.Notjustatransportationhub, GrandCentralisalsoacenterfordining,shopping andculture.Thelocationhas60shops,35placesto eatandmanypiecesofmagnificentarchitecture, includingthewhisperingarches.

StepsawayfromGrandCentralTerminalisSUMMIT OneVanderbilt.SeeNewYorkCitythroughglass ledgesandelevatorsand“Air”byKenzoDigital.

OnFifthAve.,twoavenueswestofGrandCentral,is BryantPark,aperfectspottositandrestwhile enjoyingthedailyevents.Inthewinter,themain attractionsattheparkaretheskatingrinkandthe HolidayShops;inotherseasons,mainattractions arethelawn,wheremovienightsandyogasessions occur,andthegamespots,hostingactivitieslike PingPong.

LocatedattheeastendoftheparkisTheNewYork PublicLibrary,hometoover50millionitemsand almost100locations.

GoingupFifthAve.,you’llfindSt.Patrick’s Cathedralon50thSt.,a339-foot-tall cathedralhometomanyreligiousworks ofart,musicalinstrumentsand architecturethatneverceasesto impress.

Continuenorth,andstrollthroughoneof themostglamorousshoppingdistricts, whichhostsSaksFifthAvenue,Bergdorf Goodman,Tiffany&Co.andotherhighendstores.Youcanshop(orwindow shop)throughsomeofthebestshopsin NewYorkCity(andtheworld).Nomatter whatyou’relookingfor,you’llfinditin NewYorkCity.

GoingtoFDRDr.ontheothersideof MidtownEastisthegloballyrecognized UnitedNationsfrom48thSt.to42ndSt. WithanartcollectionrivalingNYC’s museums,thislocationisaninternational landmark.Checkonlinefortours.

CentralMidtown

CentralMidtownboastsafewmajorsites ofitsown,includingthefamous EmpireStateBuilding.Thisbuildingisa NationalHistoricLandmark.Builtinjust 410days,itis102-storieshighwith marvelousviews.Ifyouwaituntildark, seewhatcolortheEmpireStateBuilding issporting.Theychangebasedon holidaysorcommemorativeevents.

Foramoreadultexperience,the MuseumofSexislocatedafewblocks fromtheEmpireStateBuilding.Alsoin CentralMidtownistheenormousMacy’s flagshipstore.Sittingononeentirecity block,itisoneofthelargest(andmost famous)departmentstoresintheworld.

TheUpperWestSidestartsatColumbus Circle,whereBroadwaymeets59thSt., 8thAve.,CentralParkSouthandCentral ParkWest.Thismeshofstreetsjointo formColumbusCircle.TheTimeWarner complexherehousessomeexquisite shopsandJazzatLincolnCenter.

Oneofthelargestculturalcomplexesin theworldisalsonearbyon63rdSt.and ColumbusAve.LincolnCenterisasleek

setofbuildingsthathousesomeofthe mostremarkableartsandentertainment inthecity,includingtheMetropolitan Opera,theNewYorkCityBalletandthe NewYorkPhilharmonic

Fartheruptown,visittheAmerican MuseumofNaturalHistory.Themassive hangingwhale,thelargestdinosaur skeletonoftheTitanosaurandthestateof-the-artRoseCenterforEarthand Space,locallyknownasThePlanetarium, arebothattractionsyouwon’twantto miss.Nextdoor,findtheNewYork HistoricalSocietyMuseum

AlongAmsterdamAve.,you’llbeableto seeforyourselfwhytheAvenueisknown foritsabundanceofgenuinely outstandingrestaurants.

Startingaround110thStreet,you’llfind yourselfinMorningsideHeights,hometo theJewishTheologicalSeminary, ColumbiaUniversityandBarnardCollege campuses.SeethebreathtakingSt.John theDivine,oneofthearea’smustsees. Grant’sTombisafewblocksaway.

CentralPark

Youcangetacarriagerideatthe59th Streetendofthepark.Theseridescan lasteither20minutesor45minutes,and yourfriendlyguidewillprovidefacts aboutCentralParkthroughoutthetrip.

Oneofthemanysitesintheparkincludes theCentralParkZoo.Locatedon64thSt. and5thAve.,thezooishometoleopards, redpandas,snowmonkeys,sealionsand manymoreanimals.It’saperfectplace tospendawholeafternoonwithfamilyor friends.

Towardthemiddleofthepark,inthearea between72ndSt.and84thSt.,youwill comeuponStrawberryFields,abeautiful memorialdedicatedNexttoStrawberry FieldsisTheDakota.Builtin1884,The DakotaisconsideredoneofManhattan’s mostluxuriousresidentialbuildingsand wasatonepointhometoLennonfrom 1973untilhisdeathinthebuilding’s archwaysin1980.

UpperEastSide/Yorkville

Blocksofelegantmansionsand townhousescharacterizetheUpperEast Side,onceknownastheSilkStocking District,becausethecity’swealthiest peoplelivedthere,especiallyalongPark, MadisonandFifthAvenues.This neighborhoodcontinuestobesomeof themostcovetedrealestateinallofNew YorkCity.

Theareaabove82ndSt.and5thAve.,up to105thSt.,isknownasMuseumMile. ThisbeautifulstretchalongCentralPark iswhereyoucanfindtheMetropolitan MuseumofArt,theSolomonR. GuggenheimMuseum,ElMuseodel Barrio,theMuseumoftheCityofNew York,theJewishMuseum,theCooper HewittNationalDesignMuseum,the FrickCollectionandtheNeueGalerie

On83rdSt.isthelastremainingoriginal luncheonetteinNewYorkCity,the LexingtonCandyShop.Thisadorable sweetshopisareminderofabygoneera wheresodafountainsandluncheonettes staplesofvirtuallyallNewYorkCity neighborhoods.

AfewblocksoverfromLexingtonCandy ShopisGracieMansion,designatedthe officialresidenceoftheMayorofNew York.Thishouseisintendedtoserveasa “People’shouse,”atitlethatseta standardforthemunicipalityandpublic accessatthetimeofthebuilding’s conception.

WashingtonHeights/Inwood

TakeatriptothetopofManhattan,to WashingtonHeightsandInwood.This NewYorkCityneighborhood,lyingright alongthemajesticGeorgeWashington Bridge,wasfirstsettledbytheIrish,later byEuropeanJewsescapingWWIIand finallybytheLatinocommunity,makingit agreatplacetofindauthenticLatin cuisine.

StartwithavisittoFortTryonPark,home toTheCloisters,anartmuseumbuilt fromreconstructedmedievalChapels

andAbbeysoriginallybroughtoverfrom Europe.ItisnowpartofTheMetropolitan MuseumofArt.FortTryonParkisthe highestpointinNewYorkCity,with incredibleHudsonRiverviews.Duringthe RevolutionaryWar,theparkwasanactive fortandservedasastrategicmilitary lookout.Also,intheHeights,visitorswill delighttoseeManhattan’sonly lighthouse,theLittleRedLighthouse

AnotherfamousspotistheHighBridge, theoldestbridgeinNewYorkCity. Openedin1848aspartoftheCroton Aqueduct,thebridgehassincebeen turnedintoapedestrianwalkwayoverthe EastRiver.

AboveWashingtonHeightsis Manhattan’snorthernmost neighborhood,Inwood.Stretchingfrom DyckmanSt.totheNorthendof Manhattan,itsresidentialstreetsand rivershorelineblendintothewilderness ofInwoodHillPark.Dramaticcaves, valleysandridgesleftasaresultof shiftingglacierscanbefound.

Harlem

NorthofCentralParkliesHarlem,a vibrantneighborhoodlongsynony-mous withAfrican-Americanculture.Todayyou canfindcharmingbrownstonesand museums,suchastheNationalJazz Museum.Thismuseumwasconceivedin 1995andisdedicatedtotheeducationa andpreservationofjazzhistory.

Ifyou’relookingforsomegreatcuisine, stopbyMinton’s,thebirthplaceofbebop, atypeofjazz.ArtistslikeDukeEllington, LouisArmstrongandEllaFitzgerald performedhere.Thefoodissouthern comfortstyle,withclassicssuchas shrimpandgrits.Otherincredible restaurantsincludethepopularRed Rooster,Sylvia’sQueenofSoulFood, DinosaurBar-B-QueandAmyRuth’s,a restaurantthatboasts14takeson chickenandwaffles.

FinancialDistrict/Lower

Manhattan

WhenvisitorsthinksabouttheFinancial District,thefirstthingthatcomestomind istheWorldTradeCenter Thisstunning andbeautifulbuildingcommemorates thevictimsof9/11.TheNational September11MemorialandMuseum consistsofamuseumdepictingthe9/11 eventsaswellasabeautifuloutdoor memorialfeaturingtwoenormous waterfallsandreflectingpools.Eachpool isaboutanacreinsize,andaresetwithin thefootprintsoftheoriginalTwinTowers. The9/11TributeCenterisanadditional stoppingpointtogetanin-depthlookat 9/11,itsaftermathandthetragicevent’s impactontheentirenation.

Forvisitorsandlocalsthatwanttogetan incrediblebirdseyeviewofManhattan, OneWorldObservatoryistheplacetogo. Othergreatviewscanbehadfromthe riverviaCityCruisesattheStatueof LibertyandEllisIsland.Reachedbyboat fromBatteryPark,thestatuestandstall andproudasasymbolofliberty,while EllisIsland,onceagatewayintothe UnitedStatesandatpointthebiggest immigrationinspectiononestation,is nowamuseum.Findrecordsofpossible familymemberswhopassedthroughor justrevelinthehistory.

BackonlandareWestfieldand BrookfieldPlace.Thesecomplexes houseshops,restaurantsandmore.One oftheeateryhighlightsatBrookfield PlaceisLeDistrict—aFrench-inspired marketplacewherevisitorsandlocals canpurchaseeverythingfromready-toeatmealstoingredientsfortheirown gourmetcreations.

AcrossthestreetfromBrookfieldPlace, youcanfindthebeautifulIrishHunger Memorial,whichcommemoratesthe GreatIrishFamineandisareminder “thathungertodayisoftentheresultof lackofaccesstoland.”Nearbyonthe westside,you’llfindtheMuseumof JewishHeritage:ALivingMemorialtothe Holocaust.Thiseducationalmuseumis fullydedicatedtotheHolocaustandother eventsofWWII.Rightupthestreetfrom thismemorialistheChargingBullstatue. Thisstatuetookovertwoyearsto

completeandweighsoverthreeanda halftons.

WalkafewblocksnorthtoviewtheNew YorkStockExchange,wherebrokersand tradersareconstantlybuyingandtrading stocks.AcrossthestreetisFederalHall NationalMemorial.Builtin1842asthe UnitedStatesCustomHouse,onthesite oftheoldFederalHall.Itlaterservedasa sub-Treasurybuildingandisnow operatedbytheNationalParkService. Imaginestandingintheveryspotwhere GeorgeWashingtondid!TheFederal Reserveistwoblocksupandthefacility hasspecialGoldtoursofitsvaults.

HeadingeastwardisSeaportDistrict.This Manhattanlocationfeaturessomeofthe oldestarchitecturedowntown,which includesrenovatedmercantilebuildings, sailingships,restaurantsandshops.At themostsoutherntipofManhattanisthe StatenIslandFerry.Fromhere,youcan takeaferrytoStatenIslandforfree(ithas excellentviewsoftheStatueofLiberty!). Ferriesdeparteveryhalfhour.

Tribeca

Tribeca,whichstandsbelowCanalStreet, hasbecomeacovetedneighborhoodart galleriesandsophisticatedrestaurants. Knownforitslowcrimeratesand excellentschools,Tribecaisavery residentialarea,hometomanyrenowned celebritiesandanumberofwealthyNew Yorkers.

Tribecaisalsohometosomeofthebest architectureinNewYorkCity.Youcan findthe“Jenga”buildinghere(56 LeonardSt.)orwalkdownStapleStreet toseetheskybridge.here(56Leonard St.)orwalkdownStapleStreettoseethe skybridge.

Chinatown

WheninChinatown,takeamore scholasticapproachtocultureandvisit theMuseumofChineseinAmerica.This museumgivesanin-depthlookintothe livesofChinese-Americans,

theirroleinAmericanculture,andtheirjourneyto theUnitedStates.AplacemorecentrictoChinatown worthvisitingisCanalStreet.Chinatown’sCanal Streethasthefeelofanopen-airbazaar.Hereyou canbargainforuniqueproductsamongalarge assortmentofitems.

TakeashoppingbreakandmakeyourwaytoThe OriginalChinatownIceCreamFactory.This“familyownedbusinessaddsatwisttooneofAmerica’s favoritedessertsbyintroducingnewChineseinfluencedflavorstothiscoldtreat.”

TakeapeekatColumbusPark.Thishistorically significantparkisintheheartofChinatownbyBaxter St.,andBayardSt.Somepartsoftheparkarefilled withnumerouscardplayersandmastersofMahjong, andotherareasareoftenfilledwithvariouspeople practicingtaichiandkungfu.

Soho/LittleItaly

LittleItalybordersChinatown,anotherextremely culturalpartofthecity.Initially,LittleItalywasalarge 30-blocksectionoftheLowerEastSide.Nowithas condensedtoacoupleofblockscenteredaround MulberryStreet.AlthoughLittleItalyisn’tlarge;itis packedwiththingstoseeandauniqueatmosphere inwhichtoimmerseyourself.

Architecturefansmayenjoythebuildingsinthisarea, mostfromthelate19thandearly20thcenturies.One ofthebestthingsaboutLittleItalyisthefoodculture. DozensofamazingItalianrestaurantsarepackedinto thisportionofManhattan.

WhenitcomestoSoHo,whichstandsforSouthof HoustonStreet,themostcommonthingtodois shop.GoingdownBroadway,youcanfindamultitude ofbarswithoutdoorseating,boutiquesanddozensof namebrandsmakingtheirhomeinthisareawithbig namessuchasAdidas,Victoria’sSecret,Uniqloand H&M,tonameafew.Whatmanypeopledon’tknow, though,isthatonmanyofthesidestreetsparallelto Broadway,youcanfindotherstoresandshopsto browsein—anotherpartofManhattanworth exploringThereareover40galleriesinSoHo.

TheTenementMuseumisoneofthemostpopular attractionsinthearea.Thismuseumcanonlybe seenviaguidedtoursandinsmallgroups,somake suretobookinadvance.Thetourtakesvisitors throughapartmentbuildingsthatgiveafirst-hand viewofhowlocalresidentslived.

LowerEastSide

TheLowerEastSidehasarichhistorydatingbackto thelargenumberofimmigrantswhosettledinthe areabackinthelate19thandearly20thcenturies. Todayit’sabustlingneighborhoodwithanactive foodieandnightlifescene,butyoucanstillfindtraces ofthe communitythatshapedthearea.

TheNewMuseumprovidesvisitorswithmore contemporaryartthroughitsrotatingandchanging collection.Today,theLowerEastSideisthe neighborhoodtovisittotryoneofthemanytrendy newrestaurants,bars,galleriesandmusicvenues.

Ifyou’relookingforanauthenticNewYork experience,headtoKatz’sDelicatessen,whereyou canfindsomeofthebestpastramisandwichesin theworld.Sinceitsfoundingin1888,thisdelihas foundpopularityamonglocalsandtouristsalike. StopinatRuss&Daughtersifyou’relookingfora genuinelydelicioustasteofNewYork.

WestVillage

TheWestVillage,between14thSt.andW.Houston St.and6thAve.totheHudsonRiver,isknowntobe oneoftheNYCcenterswithsomeofhistory’smost andinfluentialsocialmovementsfortheLGBTQIA+ community.Thecommunityandallies hereplayed asignificantroleinthegay-rightsmovement.

Examplesoftheneighborhood’sdedicationto inclusion,toleranceandthehistoryoftheareaare theLesbian,Gay,Bisexual&Transgender CommunityCenterandthebeautifulNYCAIDS MemoriallocatedinSt.Vincent’sTrianglePark.The WestVillageisalsohometoStonewallInn,nowa barandrecreationaltavern.StonewallInnwasthe locationoftheStonewallRiotsin1969,considered thesinglemostimportanteventleadingtothegay liberationmovementandthemodernfightforgay andlesbianrightsintheUnitedStates.

AnothersignificantparkisWashingtonSquare Park,whichservesasafocalpointfortheWest Village.Itisfrequentlyvisitedbytouristsand photographersforitsarch,whichresemblesParis’ ArcdeTriompheonamuchsmallerscale.Onmany warmdays,youcanfindcrowdsenjoyingthepark fortheperformers,musicians,andthebeautiful fountain.

HeadpasttheparktotheareawhereMacDougal St.meetsBleeckerSt.,andyou’llfindyourselfina seaoffantasticmusicvenues,comedyclubsand restaurants.Hereyoucanfindnumerousvenues wheremanyfamousartistssuchasJimiHendrix andBobDylanonceperformed.

YoucanalsostopatCaffeReggio—thefirstU.S.cafe toserveacappuccinobackin1927.Justdownthe blockistheComedyCellar,wherebig-time comediansareknowntostopbytotestoutnew material.Youneverknowwhoyoumightruninto.

EastVillage

YoucanfindtheEastVillageeastoftheBowery betweenHoustonSt.and14thSt.,whereManhattan extendstotheEastRiver,andtheavenuesstart goingbylettersinsteadofnumbers.

Despitethepassingoftime,theEastVillagestill retainsallofthegritforwhichtheareawasonce known.

TheEastVillageismostknownforitsnightlifeand restaurants.St.Marksisawonderfulhubinitself, withseveralbarsandrestaurantslining8thSt. between3rdand2ndAve.Thisisalsowhereyou’ll findLaMaMaExperimentalTheaterClub,oneof NewYorkCity’srespectedexperimentaltheater companiessincethe1960s.

InthecenteroftheEastVillageisTompkinsSquare Park.Theparkhostsperformancesallthetime,like theoutdoordragfestivalWigstock,theHowlFestival andtheJazzFestival.

MeatpackingDistrict

AnothergreatparkintheFlatirondistrictis GramercyPark—aparkdevelopedinthe1830sto resembleaLondonSquare.Ifyoudogotosee GramercyPark,don’texpecttogoinsidethepark. Unfortunately,themostyoucandoislookatitfrom theoutsidesinceyouneedaveryexclu-sivekeyto enterthepark.Therearearound400keys,andonly residentsoftheGramercyParkareahavethem.

FotografiskaNewYorkaimstoinspireamore consciousworldthroughthepowerofphotography. FoundedinStockholmin2010,Fotografiskaopened itsNYCoutpostinthetreasured,six-floorhistoric buildingintheFlatironDistrict.

Chelsea

ThesmallsliceofManhattanthatrunsfrom GansevoortSt.toWest14thSt.andfromHudsonSt. totheHudsonRiverhasquicklygrownintooneof Manhattan’smostglamorousneighborhoods. Startinginthe1900s,theMeatpackingDistrictwas primarilycomposedofawidevarietyofmeatpacking plants,buthasevolvedintoabustlinghiveoflatenighthotspots,hotelsandnightclubs.

TakeastrollontheHighLine—itwasbuiltasa railroadtodeliverproductstobuildingsalongthe route.Oneinterestingfactaboutthearea:the MeatpackingDistrictwasactuallytheoriginal birthplaceofthebelovedOreoCookie.

Forafuncoffeeexperience,makeavisittothe StarbucksReserveRoastery.VisittheWhitney MuseumofAmericanArt—thisculturallycharged museumhasexcellentoutdoorviews.Ifyou’re lookingformoreviews,gototheTopoftheStandard

UnionSquare/Flatiron

ChelseacanbefoundnorthoftheWestVillage between14thSt.and29thSt.ThispartofManhattan wasonceanindustrialareabuthassincebeen developedintoahighlycovetedresidentialarea.With over200galleryspaces(includingtheGagosian), Chelseaistheperfectplacetowanderthroughsome ofthebestartinNewYorkCity.

RightunderneaththeHighLine,whichstartsinthe MeatpackingDistrict,on15thSt.,youcanfind ChelseaMarket,whichisknownasafoodemporium ofsorts.Youcangetjustaboutanythingfrom deliciousfreshlobstertomilkfromamilkbar. ShopperscanfindsomethingforeveryoneatChelsea Market.

AlittlefartherupisChelseaPiers.ChelseaPiersis mostknownforitsgolfingrange,butthesports complexhasanentiremenuofactivitiesfromwhich toselect.Theseincludeiceskating,basketballand evenrockclimbing.There’sanactivityforeveryone here.

UnionSquarehaslongbeenacenterforpolitical demonstrations,startingin1861withtheGreat SumterRallyandlaterhostinglaborunionrallies, OccupyWallStreetprotestersandservingasa gatheringpointforthosemourningthe9/11attacks.

Stretchingfrom14thto17thSt.andfromUnion SquareWesttoUnionSquareEast,thelushgreenery makesitperfectforgatherings.OnMondays, Wednesdays,FridaysandSaturdays,thisparkhosts theUnionSquareGreenmarket.Browseforfresh produce,flowers,andmorealongsidetopchefs shoppingforingredients.

MadisonSquareParksitsintheFlatironDistrictfrom 23rdto26thSt.,betweenMadisonAve.and5thAve. GetanamazingviewoftheFlatironBuilding—the iconictriangularbuildingcompletedin1902—from thepark.TakeatripthroughEataly,anItalian marketplacewithrestaurants,cooking demonstrations,Italianfoodproductsandbakeries.

Locatedon17thSt.between7thand6thAve.,youcan findtheRubinMuseumofArt.Thismuseumis dedicatedtothepreservationoftheartandcultures oftheHimalayas,Indiaandneighboringregions.The museumisbuiltintheshapeofatower,whereeach floor’sdesigngivesthefeelofclimbingamountain; thebottomflooristhebaseofthemountain,andthe topfloorisatthepeak,wayabovetheclouds.

Ifyou’relookingforatrulyexcitingevening,andif thereisaspecificshoworgamethatyou’re interestedinseeing,thenMadisonSquareGardenis theplacetobe.Thevenueisknownas“TheWorld’s MostFamousArena”foragoodreason.

HudsonYards

Setatoprailyards,HudsonYardsisalteringthe HudsonRiverskylinewithitsrisingskyscrapers.New York’snewestneighborhoodishometomorethan 100shopsanddeliciousculinaryexperiences featuringrestaurantsfromcelebritychefslikeDavid ChangandJoséAndrés.

Ifyou’reinsearchoftheperfectsweet treatorsouvenir,you’resuretofindit here.HudsonYardsisalsohometo publicartandculturalinstitutions, includingTheShed,14acresofpublic plazas,andgardens.

HudsonYardsisanotherideallocationto spendanafternoonoranentireday.Visit variousshopsandenjoynumerousdining outlets.Lastbutnotleast,makeavisitto Edge.Withaone-of-a-kinddesign,Edge issuspendedinmid-air.Havealook100 storiesdownandleanoutoverthecityfor aviewonangledglass.

DUMBO

JustacrosstheBrooklynandManhattan Bridges,you’llfindDUMBO(anacronym forDownUndertheManhattanBridge Overpass).Theareareceiveditsnamein the1970swhenitwasmostlyan industrialdistrict,andartistsbegan flockingtothearea,attractedbyspacious loftsandcheaperrents.

Today,DUMBOisknownforitsstunning viewsoftheManhattanskyline,withthe BrooklynBridgeloominginthe foreground(especiallyatBrooklynBridge Park).Theneighborhoodisafoodie's paradise,witheateriessuchasGrimaldi's Pizzeria,andhasfantasticthriftingat BrooklynFlea,whichfeaturesacurated collectionofvendorssellingvintageand handmadeitems.Jane'sCarousel,which isover100yearsold,hasbeenbeautifully restoredforbothtouristsandlocalsalike.

DowntownBrooklyn/ BrooklynHeights

DowntownBrooklynandBrooklyn Heightsaretwoadjacentneighborhoods locatedintheheartofBrooklyn,New York.Theseneighborhoodshavearich historyandvibrantculturethatattract localsandtouristsalike.Downtown BrooklynishometotheNewYorkTransit Museum,wherevisitorscanlearnabout thecity'sextensivetransportationsystem, whiletheBrooklynWarMemorialat CadmanPlazaParkpayshomagetothe

bravesoldierswhovaliantlyfoughtin WorldWarII.

Incontrast,BrooklynHeightsisknown foritscharmingbrownstonebuildings andstunningviewsoftheManhattan skyline.Oneofthemostpopular attractionsinBrooklynHeightsisFort GreenePark,offeringlushgreenery,a scenicpromenade,andaplayground.

Williamsburg

Williamsburgisavibrantandculturally richneighborhoodlocatedinBrooklyn.It ishometosomeofthecity'smosticonic landmarks,includingthePeterLuger SteakHouse,whichisfamousforits deliciouslyjuicysteaks.Visitorscanalso exploretheneighborhood'sunique historyattheCityReliquaryMuseumand theWilliamsburgArt&HistoricalCenter Forthoselookingforatrulybreathtaking view,theWilliamsburgBridgeisalways bustlingwithpedestriansandbikers.

Greenpoint

Greenpoint,aneighborhoodinthe northernmostpartofBrooklyn,hasbeen gainingpopularityinrecentyearsforits vibrantartsceneandartisticcommunity. Amongtheartgalleriesthathavemadea nameforthemselvesinGreenpointare theGreenpointTerminalGalleryandthe SkylineDriveInNYC.

GreenpointisalsohometotheWNYC TransmitterPark,aserenewaterfront parkthatoffersstunningviewsofthe Manhattanskyline,andtheGreenpoint PublicPark,agreenoasisnestledamong thecity'shustleandbustle.Whetherone isaseasonedartloverorsimplylooking forapeacefulafternoonstroll, Greenpointisamust-visitdestinationin Brooklyn.

Corona/Flushing

CoronaandFlushingarevibrant neighborhoodslocatedintheboroughof Queens.Theseneighborhoodsareknown fortheirrichculturaldiversityandfor

beinghometosomeofthecity'smost iconicattractions.FlushingMeadows CoronaPark,a1,255-acreparkthat hostedthe1939and1964World'sFairs, isamust-seedestination.Itcombines naturalbeautywithimportantcultural institutions,suchastheNewYorkHallof ScienceandtheQueensMuseum,which housesanimpressivecollectionofart andartifactsrelatedtothecity'shistory.

Sportsandmusicenthusiastswillalso appreciatethenearbyForestHills Stadium,whichhashostedmany legendaryconcertsandtheUSOpen tennistournament.Additionally,the QueensBotanicalGardenandtheQueens Zoooffervisitorsauniquechanceto exploretheworldoffloraandfauna.

Jamaica

Jamaicaisoneofthemostvibrant neighborhoodsinQueens,NewYork. Knownforitsrichculturaldiversity,the communityshowcasesanunmatchable blendofAfrican-American,Caribbean, andLatinocultures.Theneighborhoodis hometoseverallandmarks,includingthe KingManorMuseum,whichwasthe formerresidenceofRufusKing,oneof thesignatoriesoftheUSConstitution. TheJamaicaBayWildlifeRefuge,located incloseproximitytotheneighborhood, offersvisitorsanopportunitytoenjoyits diversebirdlife,marshland,andsaltwater marshes.

TheRockaways

TheRockawaysisapeninsulalocatedin Queens,NewYorkCity,thatstretchesout intotheAtlanticOcean.Knownforits breathtakingsandybeachesandpopular surfingspots,theRockawayshas becomeabeloveddestinationfortourists andlocalsalike.ItishometotheJacob RiisPark,RockawayBeach,andthe RockawayBeachBoardwalk,which offersstunningviewsoftheManhattan skyline.Thepeninsulasufferedsevere damagefromHurricaneSandyin2012, buthassinceundergoneatremendous efforttorebuildandrevitalize.

DO’S & DONT’S

Do: Researchyourhoteloptionsand locationbeforebooking.

WhenlookingforaplacetostayinNYC, it’sessentialtoconsiderthelocationof yourhotelcarefully.Manhattanisthe mostcentrallocationandisclosetomany attractions,butitcanalsobethemost expensive.However,Brooklyn,Queens, andtheBronxoffermoreaffordable optionsanduniquelocalexperiences.Be suretoresearchtheareaandamenitiesof ahotelbeforemakingyourdecision.With somuchtodoinNYC,youdon’twantto wasteyourtimecommutinglong distancesfromyourhotel.

Don’t: Waituntilthelastminutetobook youraccommodations.

NewYorkCityisatopdestinationfor touristsfromaroundtheworld,andthe demandforhotelscanbehigh.Toensure yousnagthebestpossibledeal,reserve yourhotelroomasfarinadvanceas possible.Bybookingearly,you’llhave moreoptionsandcouldsavesomemoney.

Do: CatchaBroadwayshoworvisitan Off-BroadwayTheater.

IntheCityThatNeverSleeps,someform ofentertainmentcanbefoundatallhours oftheday.ForaquintessentialNewYork experience,catchaBroadwayshow.Ifyou wanttoseeproductionswithlowerticket prices,Off-Broadwaytheatersareanother option.Withsomanyshows,there’s somethingtosuiteverytasteandbudget.

Don’t: Buyticketsfromscalpersor shadyonlinesources.

NewYorkCityisnotoriousforticket scalpersoutsideofpopularshows,and theywilltrytosellticketsatinflatedprices. Avoidbuyingfromscalpers,asthese ticketscouldbefakeorinvalid. Stickwith reputableticketvendorsandremember, youcanpurchaseticketsonourwebsite!

Do:CheckoutNYC’stopattractions. NewYorkCityishometosomeofthe world’smosticonicattractions,suchasthe StatueofLiberty,theEmpireState Building,andtheMetropolitanMuseum ofArt.It’sessentialtoplanaheadand prioritizewhichattractionsyouwantto visitduringyourstay.Thiscansavetime, money,andensureyoudon’tmissouton anymust-seespots.

Don’t:Rushthroughtheattractions. Whileit’sessentialtoseeallthetop attractions,don’trushthroughthem.Take enoughtimetoappreciatetheunique featuresofeachplace,takephotos,read signsandmarkers,andsoakinthehistory andculture.

Do:DineatsomeofNYC’sbest restaurants.

NewYorkCity’sculinarysceneisfamous worldwide,withawidevarietyofcuisines anddiningoptionsavaila-ble.From Michelin-starredrestaurantstostreet vendors,theoptionsareendless.When choosingwheretoeat,checkout restaurantreviews,menus,and recommendationsfromlocals.

in NYC

Don’t:Getcaughtbytouristtrapsor overpricedrestaurants.

Whiletherearemanygreatplacestoeatin NYC,therearealsomanyrestaurantsthat preyontourists.Theseplacescanbe overpricedwithmediocrefoodoreven scams.Avoidthesetouristtrapsby readingreviews,checkingmenusand pricesbeforehand,askinglocalsfortheir recommendations,andavoiding restaurantswithpushystreetflyers.

Do:Takeadvantageofpublic transportationinNYC.

NewYorkCityisabustlingcity,and navigatingitcanbedauntingattimes. Fortunately,thecityhasanextensive publictransportationnetwork.With optionssuchasthesubway,buses,and taxisreadilyavailable,it’seasytoget aroundthecityonabudget.

Don’t:OnlyrelyonUberortaxis. WhiletaxisandUberscanbeconvenient, theycanalsobemoreexpensivethan publictransportation.Additionally,New YorkCitytrafficcanbeunpredictable,and youcouldendupwastingtimeandmoney sittingintraffic.Takeadvantageofthe city’spublictransportationsystem,which isgenerallyreliableandefficient.

UpcomingEvents

JANUARY 2026

Concerts

Harlem Gospel Choir | Jan 1, 4, 11, 18-19, 25

Noseda Conducts Tchaikovsky & Shostakovich | Jan 8

The Band Perry | Jan 11

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma in Concert | Jan 12

Halsey: Back To Badlands | Jan 15

The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular | Jan 18, 24

Hilary Duff - Small Rooms, Big Nerves | Jan 27

Rascal Flatts: Life Is A Highway Tour | Jan 29

Sports

Brooklyn Nets | Jan 5, 11, 18, 26

Long Island Nets | Dec 1, 5-6, 9-10, 12, 28

New Jersey Devils | Jan 8, 16

New York Islanders | Jan 6, 13, 21, 27

New York Knicks | Jan 4, 7, 12, 20, 26

New York Rangers | Jan 3, 9, 14, 22, 30

Professional Bull Riders at Madison Square Garden | Jan 2-4

Events

Alice's Terracotta Garden | Jan 1-31

Winter Programming at Wave Hill | Jan 2-31

Astronomy: The Super Full Moon | Jan 3

Disney on Ice Presents Mickey’s Search Party | Jan 8-11, 15-19

2026 Wavelengths: Global Music Conference | Jan 9

Winter Jazzfest | Jan 9-18

Reggae Fest NYC MLK Weekend at Irving Plaza | Jan 17

MUSEUMS

TheAfricanBurialGroundNationalMonument-Showcasesthe historicalsignificanceofanearlyforgottenburialgroundofenslaved andfreeAfricansinNewYorkCity.

AKCMuseumoftheDog-AnartmuseuminNewYorkCity dedicatedtothehistoryofdogsandtheirroleinsociety.

AliceAustenHouse-Ahistoriclandmarkmuseumthatwasonce hometoAliceAusten,apioneeringfemalephotographer.

AmericanAcademyofArts&Letters-Anesteemedinstitutionthat recognizesandhonorsaccomplishedartists,writers,musicians,and architects.

AmericanFolkArtMuseum-Avenueshowcasingtheworksofselftaughtartistsandartisansfromvariousregionsandcultures.

AmericanMuseumofNaturalHistory-Aworld-classmuseumthat featuresextensivecollectionsofspecimens,artifacts,andother materialsrelatedtotheearthanditsnaturalhistory.

AmericanNumismaticSocietyMuseum-Aspecializedmuseum focusingonstudyingandpreservingcoinsandcurrencyfromaround theworld.

AmericasSociety-Aculturalorganizationthatpromotesartistic, educational,andbusinessinitiativesbetweentheUnitedStatesand LatinAmerica.

AsiaSocietyandMuseum-Showcasesthearts,culture,andhistory ofAsiancountriesthroughexhibitions,performances,and educationalprograms.

AustrianCulturalForumNewYork-Aculturalvenuepromoting theartsandcultureofAustriathroughexhibitions,performances, andotherevents.

BardGraduateCenter-Highlightsthehistoryandcultureof decorativearts,design,andmaterialculturethroughexhibitionsand academicprograms.

Bartow-PellMansion-Arestored19th-centurymansionoffering visitorsaglimpseintothelifestyleofthewealthyPelhamBay neighborhoodoftheera.

BaysideHistoricalSociety-Preservesthehistoryandheritageofthe Baysidecommunitythroughexhibitionsandeducationalprograms.

BernardMuseumofJudaica-Housesasignificantcollectionof JudaicobjectsthattraceJewishhistory,culture,andreligion spanningseveralcenturies.

Billiou-Stillwell-PerineHouse-A17th-centuryDutchfarmhouse preservedtoshowcasetheignificanceofStatenIsland.

BowneHouse-NYC'soldestwoodenstructurebuiltin1661and offersinsightintothecity'scolonialhistoryandlifestyle.

BRICHouse-Servesasacenterforartsandculture,offering exhibitions,performances,andeducationalprogramsfostering creativityandcommunityengagement.

BronxChildren'sMuseum-Aimstoinspirechildrentoexploreand learnaboutthehistory,culture,andecologyoftheBronxthrough hands-onexhibitsandprograms.

TheBronxMuseumoftheArts-Featurescontemporaryartists fromdiverseculturalbackgroundsandstrivestopromotesocial justice.

BronxRiverArtCenter-Providesaspaceforartistsandcommunity memberstocollaborateandcreateartwhilepromoting environmentalawarenessintheBronx.

BrooklynChildren'sMuseum-Agreatplaceforkidstoexploreand learnaboutscience,art,andculturethroughhands-onexhibitsand interactiveactivitiesthatareperfectforchildrenofallages.

BrooklynMuseum-Housesanextensivecollectionofartand artifactsfromaroundtheworld,includingancientEgyptianartifacts andcontemporaryart.

BrooklynNavyYardCenteratBLDG92-Showcasesthehistory andfutureoftheBrooklynNavyYardthroughinteractiveexhibits andtoursofthesite.

CastleClintonNationalMonument-Ahistoricfortand immigrationcenterthatservedasthegatewayformillionsof immigrantstotheUnitedStates.

CenterforArchitecture-Ahubforarchitects,designers,andurban plannerstosharetheirknowledgeandideasaboutsustainableand innovativedesign.

CenterforBrooklynHistory-Preservesandsharesthehistoryof Brooklynthroughitscollectionsofarchives,manuscripts,and photographs.

CenterforJewishHistory-Aresearchlibraryandculturalcenter thathousesavastcollectionofJewishdocuments,artifacts,and artworksfromaroundtheworld.

Children'sMuseumofManhattan-Offersfunandeducational exhibitsandprogramsforchildrenofallages,includinganumberof wonderfulhands-onexhibitsaboutscience,art,andculture.

ChinaInstitute-Dedicatedtopromotingunderstandingand appreciationofChinesecultureandhistorythroughawidevarietyof educationalexhibitions,programs,andlanguagecourses.

CityIslandNauticalMuseum-Celebratesthemaritimehistoryof CityIsland,asmallislandintheBronxthatwasonceacenterfor shipbuildingandsailing.

CityReliquary-Aquirkyandeclecticmuseumthatshowcases artifactsandephemerafromNewYorkCity'shistory,including vintagesubwaymaps,oldneonsigns,andmore.

ClementeSotoVelezCultural&EducationalCenter-A multiculturalartspacewhereartistscometogethertocreateand sharetheirwork.

TheCloisters(FortTryonPark)-BranchoftheMetropolitan MuseumofArt,showcasestheartandarchitectureofmedieval Europe,includingstunningtapestriesandgardens.

ColumbiaRareBook&ManuscriptLibrary-Housesacollectionof rarebooks,manuscripts,andartifactsthatrepresentthehistoryof literature,art,andculturefromaroundtheworld.

ConeyIslandMuseum-HighlightstherichhistoryofConeyIsland, aveneratedamusementparkandbeachdestinationinBrooklyn.

ConferenceHouse-AHighlightstherichhistoryofConeyIsland,a veneratedamusementparkandbeachdestinationinBrooklyn.

CooperHewitt,SmithsonianDesignMuseumAleadinginstitutionforthestudyandexhibitionofdesign,witha collectionofover210,000objectsspanning30centuriesofdesign history.

CzechCentreNewYork-Promotestheartsandcultureofthe CzechRepublicthroughexhibitions,performances,andeducational programs.

DerfnerJudaicaMuseum-Showcasesworksofartandartifacts relatingtoJewishhistory,culture,andreligion.

Dia:Chelsea-Acontemporaryartspacethatpresentsimmersiveand thought-provokinginstallationsbyemergingandestablishedartists.

DrawingCenter-Acontemporaryartmuseumwithafocuson worksonpaper,presentingbothemergingandestablishedartistsin adynamic,multidisciplinaryspace.

DyckmanFarmhouseMuseum-Ahistoricsitethatpreservesand interpretstheDutchcolonialerainupperManhattan.

EdgarAllanPoeCottage-Honorstherenownedwriter'slegacy, exhibitingoriginalmanuscripts,personalitems,andinteractive displaysthatexplorethelifeandworksofthisliteraryicon.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:TheMetCloisters,©ArtemXCX;CourtesyBronxRiverArtCenter;CourtesyBrooklynChildren'sMuseum

El Museo del Barrio- A cultural institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating the art, history, and heritage of Latinx communities, promoting cross-cultural understanding.

EllisIslandNationalMuseumofImmigration-Tellsthestoryof millionsofimmigrantswhoarrivedinAmericaseekingabetterlife, featuringinteractivedisplays,oralhistories,andartifactsilluminating theimmigrantexperience.

FDNYFireZone-Animmersiveandinteractivemuseumthat educatesvisitorsaboutfiresafety,prevention,andemergency preparednessthroughexhibits,simulations,anddemonstrations perfectforanyaspiringfuturefirefighters.

FederalHallNationalMemorial-Commemoratesthebirthplaceof Americandemocracy,preservingthesitewhereGeorgeWashington wasinauguratedandwheretheBillofRightswasintroducedand showcasingexhibitionsandprogramsexploringthenation's foundinghistory.

FordhamMuseumofGreek,EtruscanandRomanArt-Housesa collectionofantiquitiesthatspansover5,000yearsofMediterranean history.

FrauncesTavernMuseum-Alandmarkbuildingthatplayeda significantroleintheAmericanRevolution,servingasameeting placefortheSonsofLibertyandhostingGeorgeWashington's farewelldinner;themuseumfeaturesexhibits,artifacts,andtours thatillustratethetavern'srichhistory.

TheFrickCollection-Currentlyinatemporarylocation,displaysan impressivecollectionofEuropeanartwork,includingpaintingsby renownedartistssuchasRembrandtandVermeer.

Garibaldi-MeucciMuseum-Honorsthelegaciesoftworemarkable figuresinItalianandAmericanhistory—GiuseppeGaribaldi,the heroofItalianunification,andAntonioMeucci,theinventorofthe telephone.

GeneralGrantNationalMemorial-Thefinalrestingplaceofthe 18thPresidentoftheUnitedStatesandprovidesaglimpseintothe lifeofthisinfluentialleader.

Godwin-TernbachMuseum-Highlightsanextensivecollectionof historicalpiecesfromancientcivilizationsandoffersaunique glimpseintoworldhistory.

GovernorsIslandNationalMonument-Astunningexampleof bothhistoricalandnaturalbeauty,featuringarestoredmilitaryfort, sprawlingparkland,andsweepingviewsoftheharbor.

GracieMansion-Providesvisitorswithachancetostandinthehalls ofpowerbytouringthehomeofNewYorkCity'smayors,focusing onthearchitecturalandsocialaspectsofthisiconicbuilding.

GrolierClub-Atreasuretroveforbibliophilesfeaturingrarebooks, manuscripts,andothertreasuresfrom literature,art,andhistory.

HamiltonGrangeNationalMemorial-Highlightsthepreserved homeofAlexanderHamilton,America'sfirstSecretaryofthe TreasuryandaFoundingFather.

HarborDefenseMuseum-Featuresexhibitsthathighlighttherole ofNewYorkCity'swaterfrontindefendingthecountryduring differentperiodsofAmericanhistory.

HistoricRichmondTown-Alivinghistorymuseumwherevisitors canexperiencewhatlifewaslikeincolonialAmericathroughits restoredhouses,gardens,andfarms.

HostosCenterfortheArts&Culture-Anartsorganizationthat presentsadiverserangeofculturalevents,includingmusic,theater, dance,andvisualarts.

InternationalCenterofPhotography-Displaysacollectionofover 200,000photographsfromaroundtheworld,coveringarangeof subjectsfromfinearttophotojournalism.

InternationalPrintCenterNewYork-Anon-profitorganization thatshowcasescontemporaryprintsfromemergingandestablished artists.

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum- Features the USS Intrepid, a historic aircraft carrier that served in World War II, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War, as well as various aircraft and spacecraft exhibits.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:IntrepidSea,Air&SpaceMuseum,©DanaAndreeaGheorghe;EllisIslandNationalMuseumofImmigration,©EMens;CourtesyElMuseodelBarrio

JacquesMarchaisMuseumofTibetanArt-Housesover1,000 Himalayanartifactsincludingbronzesculptures,intricatelypainted thangkas,andbeautifullywovenrugs.

JamaicaCenterforArts&Learning-Aninclusiveculturalhubthat providesartisticprogrammingandresourcestosupportlocalartists andengagethecommunity.

JapanSociety-AnonprofitorganizationthatcelebratesJapaneseart, culture,andbusinessthroughexhibitions,performances,and educationalprograms.

JewishChildren'sMuseum-Offersafunandinteractivelearning experienceforchildrenofallbackgrounds,featuringexhibitson Jewishculture,history,andvalues.

JewishTheologicalSeminaryLibraryGalleries-Highlightsrareand valuableJewishartifacts,includingilluminatedmanuscripts, medievaldocuments,andrarebooks.

JohnJ.Harvey-AretiredNewYorkCityfireboatthatnowservesas alivingmuseum,offeringtoursandeducationalprogramsonthe historyoffirefightinginthecity.

KingManor-AhistorichousemuseumoncethehomeofRufus King,asigneroftheConstitutionandvocalopponentofslavery.

KingslandHomestead-Apreservedlandmarkthatshowcases coloniallifeinQueens,withexhibitsonarchitecture,agriculture,and socialhistoryduringthe18thand19thcenturies.

KoreaSociety-FeaturesexhibitsdedicatedtoKoreancultureand showcasingthecountry'shistoryandtraditions.

LeffertsHistoricHouse-Dutchfarmhuousewherevisitorscantakea tripbackintimetoexperiencelifeincolonialNewYork.

Living Torah Museum- Dedicated to sharing the wisdom and teachings of the Jewish faith.

Louis Armstrong House- Queens home where visitors can explore the life and legacy of jazz legend Louis Armstrong and enjoy live performances in the museum's garden.

TheMetropolitanMuseumofArt-Perhapsoneofthemostfamous museumsinNewYorkCity,TheMetishometoimpressiveworks ofartfromallaroundtheglobe.

MetsHallofFame&Museum-MuseumlocatedatCitiFieldthat honorssomeofthegreatestplayersinMetshistory;it’stheperfect spotforbaseballfans.

Mmuseumm-TinymuseuminTribecashowcasingoddandunusual objectsfromaroundtheworld,includingacollectionofdiscarded chewinggum.

MountVernonHotelMuseum-Hotelandmuseumwherevisitors canstepbackintimetoexperiencelifeinNewYorkCityintheearly 19thcentury.

MuseumofContemporaryAfricanDiasporanArts-Museumin Brooklyndedicatedtohighlightingcontemporaryartfromacross theAfricandiaspora.

TheMuseumatEldredgeStreet-Restoredsynagoguefromthelate 19thcenturythatshowcasestheimmigranthistoryandJewish cultureoftheLowerEastSide.

MuseumattheFashionInstituteofTechnology-Museumlocated oncampusthatexploresthehistoryandevolutionintheworldof fashiondesignandtextiles.

MuseumofAmericanFinance-MuseumintheFinancialDistrict thatfeaturesandeducatedvisitorsaboutthehistoryofmoney, banking,andfinanceinAmerica.

MuseumofArtsandDesign-Highlightsbothcontemporaryartand designfromallpartsoftheworld,delvingintoartanddesigntopics thatincludefashion,architecture,andtechnology.

MuseumofChineseinAmerica-Exploresthehistory,culture,and experiencesofChinesepeopleinAmericathroughinteractive exhibitsandeducationalprogramming.

MuseumofJewishHeritage-TellsthestoryofJewishlifeandthe Holocaustthroughpersonalartifacts,multimediadisplays,and survivortestimoniestoeducatevisitors.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:JacquesMarchaisMuseumofTibetanArt,©TataGYelp;MuseumofModernArt,©JamisonMcAndie;TheMetropolitanMuseumofArt,©SoleD'AlessandroG.

MuseumofModernArt-Aworld-renownedinstitutionthat exhibitsawiderangeofmodernandcontemporaryart,including painting,sculpture,photography,film,anddesign,featuringworks byiconicartistssuchasAndyWarhol,abloPicasso,andVincentvan Gogh,aswellasemergingartistsfromaroundtheglobe.

MuseumofPublicRelations-Examinesthehistoryandimpactof publicrelationsonsocietyandmediathroughinteractiveexhibits andeducationalprogramming.

NationalAcademyMuseumandSchool-HighlightsAmericanart andfostersartistictalentthroughitseducationalprograms.

NationalLighthouseMuseum-Preservesthehistoryandtraditionof lighthousesandtheirkeepers.

TheNationalJazzMuseuminHarlem-Vibrantculturalcenterthat celebratesandeducatesvisitorsabouttherichhistoryandongoing legacyofjazzmusic.

TheNationalMuseumofMathematics-Dedicatedtothemany wondersandapplicationsofmathematics,featuringawidearrayof exhibitsexploringeverythingfromgeometrytodatavisualization.

TheNationalMuseumoftheAmericanIndianPreservesandtellsthehistoryandstoriesofnativepeoplesofthe WesternHemisphere,featuringavastcollectionofartifacts,artwork andmultimediainstallations.

NationalSeptember11Memorial&Museum-Servesasapoignant tributetothenearly3,000liveslostduringthetragicterroristattacks ofSeptember11,2001,featuringtworeflectingpoolswithcascading waterfalls,thenamesofvictimsinscribedinbronzeparapets,rare artifactsandmultimediaexhibitsdetailingtheday'sevents.

NeueGalerieNewYork-MuseumdedicatedtoGermanand Austrianartfromtheearly20thcentury,withaparticularfocuson theworksofGustavKlimtandEgonSchiele.

NewMuseum-ContemporaryartmuseumintheLowerEastSide ofManhattan,specializinginshowcasingemergingartistsfrom aroundtheworldthroughregularlyrotatingexhibitionsanda diverserangeofpublicprograms.

The Newark Museum of Art- Located in Newark, NJ, the museum houses a collection of American artwork as well as interactive exhibits and a planetarium.

TheNewYorkCityFireMuseum-Amust-seeforanyone interestedinthehistoryoffirefightingandtheheroiceffortsofNew YorkCity'sfirefightersinthepastandpresent.

NewYorkHallofScience-Aninteractivesciencemuseumwith over450exhibitsthatofferhands-onexperiencesandeducational opportunitiesforallages.

TheNewYorkHistoricalSociety-Containsavastcollectionof artifacts,documents,and artwork,showcasingtheabundantlyrich historyofNewYorkCitythroughoutthecenturiesfromcolonial timestopresent-day.

NewYorkPublicLibraryforthePerformingArts-Branchofthe NewYorkPublicLibrarysystemlocatedinLincolnCenterforthe PerformingArts,Manhattan,widelyacclaimedforitsextensive collectionsofmusic,dance,theatre,andfilmresources.

NewYorkPublicLibraryMainBranch-Historiclandmarkand culturalinstitutionhousingover50millionitems,includingrare books,manuscripts,andartifacts,withagrandBeaux-Arts architectureandiconicreadingroomattractingmillionsofvisitors.

TheNewYorkTransitMuseum-Exploresthehistoryandworkings ofNewYorkCity'svastandvariedtransitsystem,withexhibits rangingfromsubwaycarstoturnstilesandeverythinginbetween.

NewYorkYankeesMuseum-A10,000square-footspaceinside YankeeStadiumthatdisplaysover1,000artifacts,includinggamewornjerseys,WorldSeriestrophies,andinteractiveexhibits.

NewhouseCenterforContemporaryArt-Acutting-edgeartcenter providingaplatformforestablishedandemergingartiststo showcasetheirworkthroughcuratedexhibitions,artisttalks,and educationalprogramming.

NicholasRoerichMuseum-Housesover1000ofNicholasRoerich's artworks,alongsideacollectionofHimalayanartifactsandRussian folkart,andshowcasesRoerich'scontributionstoartandpeace.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:TheNewYorkPublicLibrary,©ChristianGarcia;TheJewishMuseum,©SteveAYelp;TheNationalMuseumoftheAmericanIndian,©MelanieLee

NobleMaritimeCollection(BuildingD)-Showcasesthelifeand worksofmaritimeartistJohnA.Noble,whosepaintingsconveythe beautyandhistoryofNewYorkCity'swaterways.

TheNoguchiMuseum-Honorstheartisticlegacyofsculptorand designerIsamuNoguchi,showcasinghisfamousworks,aswellashis lesser-knownbutequallyfascinatingexperimentsinarchitecture, furniture,andlighting..

OldStoneHouse-HighlightstherichhistoryofBrooklyn,fromthe Dutchsettlementinthe17thcenturytothepresentday.

ThePaleyCenterforMedia-Dedicatedtocelebratingtheimpactof variousavenuesofmediaonsociety,withawiderangeofexhibits andevents.

ParkAvenueArmory-Auniqueculturalinstitutionthatpresents innovativeandimmersiveperformances,exhibitions,andeventsina historicsetting.

ParsonsTheNewSchoolforDesignGallery-Celebratestheworkof emergingandestablishedartistsanddesigners,offeringadynamic andexcitingplatformforcreativeexpression.

PosterHouse-ThefirstmuseumintheUnitedStatesdedicatedto exploringtheart,history,andculturalimpactofposters.

QueensCountyFarmMuseum-Thelargesttractoffarmlandin NewYorkCityandoffersvisitorsaglimpseintotheagricultural historyandtraditionsoftheregion.

QueensMuseum(NewYorkCityBuilding)Offersvisitorsarangeofengagingexhibitsandprogramsthat highlighttheculturaldiversityandrichhistoryofQueens.

RubinMuseumofArt-Explorestheartandcultureofthe Himalayanregion,presentingadiversearrayofexhibitsandevents thatshowcasethebeautyandcomplexityofthisfascinatingpartof theworld.

SalmagundiMuseumofAmericanArt-Ahistoricinstitutionthat hasbeendedicatedtopromotingandpreservingAmericanartsince 1871.

SandyGroundHistoricalMuseum-Showcasestherichhistoryand cultureoftheAfricanAmericancommunityinStatenIsland, offeringvisitorsaglimpseintoitsstrugglesandtriumphs.

ScandinaviaHouse–TheNordicCenter-Avibrantculturalcenter thatcelebratestheNordicregion.

SchomburgCenterforResearchinBlackCulture-Dedicatedtothe studyandpreservationofblackcultureandhistory,housingavast collectionofmaterials,includingmanuscripts,photographs,and films.

SculptureCenter-Focusesontheexhibitionofsculpturesand installationartfromawidevarietyofemergingandestablished artists.

SeguineMansion-HistoricmansiononStatenIslandthatisa picturesquehistoriclandmarkandapopularvenueforbeautiful weddingsandevents.

TheSkyscraperMuseum-Showcasesthehistoryanddevelopment ofNewYorkCity'siconicskyscrapers,aswellasthearchitectsand engineersthatmadethempossible.

SocratesSculpturePark-Uniqueparkthatfeatureslarge-scale sculpturesandoffersprogramsandworkshopsforartistsandthe community.

SolomonR.GuggenheimMuseum-Oneofthemosticonic museumsinNewYorkCitydesignedbyFrankLloydWright, housesasignificantcollectionofmodernandcontemporaryart.

SouthStreetSeaportMuseum-TellsthestoryofNewYork'srichly cultured seafaringhistorythroughvariousexhibitions,tours,and specialevents.

StatenIslandChildren'sMuseum-Offershands-onexhibitsand educationalprogramsforchildrenofallagestoexploreandlearn throughplay.

StatenIslandMuseum(BuildingA)-Featuresexhibitsonlocal StatenIslandhistoryandscience,aswellasartandspecial exhibitions.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:TheNewYorkTransitMuseum,©JasmineAYelp;NationalSeptember11Memorial&Museum,©SedricBenson;RubinMuseumofArt,©BenHilder

StudioMuseuminHarlem-Dedicatedtopromotingtheworkof contemporaryartistsofAfricandescentandfeaturesacollectionof over2,500worksofart.

SugarHillChildren'sMuseumofArt&Storytelling-Offersexhibits andprogramsthatbringtogetherartandliteraturetocelebratethe culturalheritageofHarlemandempoweryouth.

SwissInstituteContemporaryArtNewYork-Hostsexhibitionsand programsthatSwissandinternationalcontemporaryart.

TenementMuseum-Tellsthestoriesofimmigrantswholivedina tenementbuildingontheLowerEastSideofManhattaninthelate 19thandearly20thcenturiesthroughtoursandexhibitsthatrecreate theirlivingspaces.

TheodoreRooseveltBirthplaceNationalHistoricSite-Offersa fascinatinglookintothelifeandlegacyofoneofAmerica'smost belovedpresidentsandconservationists.

TibetHouseUS-Culturalcenterandmuseumthatcelebratesthe richhistoryandtraditionsofTibetwhileteachingvisitorsaboutthe countryalongwithpiecesthathighlightTibetanart,music,and spirituality.

UkrainianInstituteofAmerica-Featuresuniqueartandculturural itemsthateducatedvisitorsaboutUkraine,fromtraditionalfolkart tocontemporarypieces.

UkrainianMuseum-Thelargestmuseuminthecountrydedicated tothehistoryandcultureofUkraine,featuringmorethan7,000 objectsinitscollection,includingfolkart,textiles,andartifacts.

CortlandtHouseMuseum-Theoldestsurvivingbuildinginthe borough.ItprovidesaninsightintothehistoryofNewYorkCity duringthecolonialera.

VoelkerOrthMuseum-RestoredVictorian-eramansionlocatedin Queensandfeaturesexhibitsandeventsfocusedonthehistoryand cultureofthearea.

WaterfrontMuseum-Floatingmuseumlocatedonahistoricbarge thatshowcasestherichhistoryandcultureofNewYorkCity's waterfrontcommunities.

WeeksvilleHeritageCenter-Dedicatedtopreservingthehistory andcultureofthefreeblackcommunitythatoncebothliveinand thrivedintheWeeksvilleneighborhoodofBrooklyn.

WhitneyMuseumofAmericanArt-HighlightsAmericanartfrom boththe20thand21stcenturies,includingworksbyiconic AmericanartistsincludingEdwardHopperandGeorgiaO'Keeffe.

WilliamT.LauderMuseum- Housesavastcollectionofartand artifactsworldwide,spanningcenturiesofhistoryandculture.

WilliamsburgArt&HistoricalCenter-Showcasesboth contemporaryartandthehistoryandcultureoftheWilliamsburg neighborhoodinBrooklyn.

WyckoffHouse-Ahistoricfarmhousethatprovidesaglimpseinto thedailylivesofDutchsettlersduringthecolonialerainBrooklyn.

YeshivaUniversityMuseum-Aculturalmuseumthatshowcases Jewishart,artifacts,andculturefromaroundtheworld. PhotoCreditsFromLeft:TenementMuseum,©LizClayman;WhitneyMuseumofAmericanArt,©NancyPYelp;UkrainianMuseum,©GBYelp;

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ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway

&Juliet(Musical)-Aboldanduplifting reimaginingofShakespeare’sclassicstory,& Julietasksthequestion—whatifJulietchose herownpathanddefiedhertragicfate?

Withasoundtrackofpophits,thismusical deliversafreshandempoweringtakeon loveandself-discovery.

Aladdin(Musical)-Stepintoawholenew worldwithAladdin,amagicalstage adaptationofDisney’stimelesstale. Featuringjaw-droppingsetdesigns, extravagantcostumes,andbelovedsongs, thismusicalinvitesaudiencesonan enchantingadventureofcourageandlove.

TheBookofMormon(Musical)-This hilariouslyirreverentmusicalmasterfully blendssharphumorwithaclevercritique ofreligionandsociety.Fromthecreatorsof SouthPark,TheBookofMormonpushes boundarieswhiledeliveringan unforgettableBroadwayexperience.

BuenaVistaSocialClub(Musical)-Setin 1950sCuba,theproductionfollowsagroup ofmusicianswhoseworld-shakingsoundis threatenedbyrevolution,forcingthemto reunitedecadeslatertocreatethegreatestsellingworldmusicalbumofalltime.

CHICAGO(Musical)-CHICAGOdazzles withitssultryjazznumbersandrazor-sharp wit.Featuringtwowomencaughtinaweb offame,murder,anddeceit,thismusical remainsatimelessBroadwayclassic.

DeathBecomesHer(Musical)-Inspiredby thecult-classicfilm,thisdarklycomedic musicalexploresvanity,obsession,and immortality.Itssharphumorand supernaturalintrigueofferathrillingride throughthequestforeverlastingyouth.

TheGreatGatsby(Musical)-Captivates audienceswithitsopulentsetdesignsand evocativeperformances,breathingnewlife intoF.ScottFitzgerald'siconictaleof decadenceanddisillusionment.

Hadestown(Musical)-ThisTony-winning sensationaddsamoderntwisttothemythof OrpheusandEurydice.Withitsspellbinding musicandemotionaldepth,Hadestown exploresthemesoflove,perseverance,andthe powerofhopethroughitsstorytelling.

Hamilton(Musical)-Hamiltonrevolutionized Broadwaywithitscompellingportrayalof foundingfather,AlexanderHamilton. Combininghistorywithhip-hop,rap,and R&B,theshowretellsAmerica’searliestyears.

HarryPotterandtheCursedChild(Play)Divebackintothewizardingworldwiththis spellbindingcontinuationofHarryPotter’s legacy.Followingthestrugglesofhisson Albus,theplayoffersamovingexplorationof family,friendship,anddestiny.

Hell’sKitchen(Musical)-Setagainstthegritty backdropofNewYorkCity,thisheartfelt musicalfollowsAli’spersonalandartistic

MAMMAMIA!(Musical)- Theultimate feel-goodmusical,isbackonBroadway.This

smash-hitfeaturesthebelovedmusicof ABBAandtellsaheartwarmingtaleof family,friendship,andself-discovery.

TheLionKing(Musical)-Aglobal phenomenon,TheLionKingblends breathtakingartistrywithapowerful coming-of-agestoryfamiliartofansand audiencesofallages.Featuringiconicmusic byEltonJohnandTimRice.

MJTHEMUSICAL-Celebratingthelife andmusicofMichaelJackson,this electrifyingproductionfeatureshisgreatest hitsandtakesaudiencesonahigh-energy touroftheKingofPop’s careerandlegacy.

MOULINROUGE!THEMUSICAL!Spectacular,spectacular!MOULINROUGE! THEMUSICAL!immersesaudiencesina whirlwindofvibrantenergy,blending timelesshitswithdazzlingchoreography andunforgettabletheatricality.

Oh,Mary!(Play)-dark,one-actexploration ofMaryToddLincoln'slifejustbeforeher husband'sassassination.Theplaydelves intohermiseryandrepresseddesires.

OperationMincemeat(Musical)-This highlyacclaimednewmusicalisawildand hilariousdarkcomedyaboutthetruly improbablecovertoperationthathelped turnthetideofWorldWarII.

TheOutsiders(Musical)-Adaptedfrom theclassicnovel,thispoignantmusical capturesthestrugglesandresilienceofa groupofteensinadividedsociety.

Ragtime(Musical)-musicaladaptationof E.L.Doctorow'snovelthatfollowsthree distinctfamilies—aBlackpianist,aJewish immigrant,andawealthywhitefamily.

SIX-THEMUSICAL-Historymeetspop inSIX,wherethesixwivesofHenryVIII reclaimtheirstories.Thisempoweringand entertainingmusicalturnsTudorhistory intoanelectrifyingconcertexperience.

StrangerThings:TheFirstShadow(Play)ServingasaprequeltothebelovedNetflix series,thisshowexplorestheoriginsofthe eerieeventsinHawkins,Indiana.

WICKED(Musical)-Wickedunveilsthe untoldbackstoryoftheWickedWitchof theWestandGlindatheGood.With stunningvisuals,powerfulmusic,anda heartfeltnarrative,ithasbecomeoneofthe mostcherishedBroadwayshowsofalltime.

Off-Broadway

DrunkShakespeare-Featuresacastoffive professionalactorswhoattempttoperform aShakespeareanplayafteroneconsumesat leastfiveshots.Hilarityandunpredictable chaosensueasthesobercastmembers struggletokeepthescriptontrack.

DuelingPianos-Thishigh-energy showdownfeaturestwopianistsbattlingitout withhitsfromallgenresanderas.Expectto singalongandrequestsongs.

GazillionBubbleShow-Adazzling,familyfriendlyspectacle,theGazillionBubbleShow featuresbreathtakingbubbleartistry.With dynamiclights,specialeffects,andbubbles ofallshapesandsizes,thisshowdelights kidsandadultsalike.

Improv4Kids-Perfectforfamilies,Improv 4Kidsshowcasesagroupoftalented comediansperformingimprovisational skitsinspiredbyaudiencesuggestions.

JamieAllan'sAMAZE- Revolutionary magicianJamieAllanbringshisrecordshatteringspectacle,AMAZE,toNew YorkCityafterasuccessfulruninLondon's WestEnd.Thismind-bendingexperienceis morethanamagicshow,blendingtimeless illusionswithcutting-edgetechnology.

KatsuraSunshine’sRakugo-KatsuraSunshine bringstheancientJapanesestorytellingartof Rakugotolifeinthisdelightfulandunique one-manshow.

LittleShopofHorrors-Thisbelovedmusical comedytellsthetaleofSeymour,a timid flowershopworkerwhodiscoversa mysteriousplantwithanalarmingtastefor humanblood.

MurderedbytheMob-Enjoyaninteractive eveningofmysteryandintriguewithMurdered bytheMob.Thisimmersivedinnertheater eventinvitestheaudiencetosolveathrilling murdercasewhilesavoringadeliciousmeal.

TheOffice!AMusicalParody-FansofThe Officewon’twanttomissthishilariousmusical parody.Filledwithcleversongsandlaugh-outloudmoments,theshowlovinglymocksthe iconicTVseriesinamodern,fun-filledway.

OpenArtsbySingforHope(BroadwayAtHome)-Thisinspiringvirtualprogram providesfreeperformancesandmusic educationtounderservedcommunities.

SeemoreshowlistingsforBroadwayand Off-Broadwayonoursite!

PerformingArts

BroadwayPerformingArtsCenter-Asthe namesuggests,thisworld-classfacilityisa havenforallthingstheater,withitsstate-ofthe-artfacilitiesandexperiencedstaff.

BrooklynCenterforthePerformingArtsLocatedatBrooklynCollegeshowcases diverseperformancesofallkinds.

CarnegieHall-Renownedforitsillustrious historyandexceptionalacoustics,Carnegie Hallstandsasoneofthemostprestigious concertvenuesintheworld.Sinceits openingin1891,thehallhashosteda plethoraoflegendaryperformancesby iconicartistsrangingfromTchaikovsky andGershwintoTheBeatlesandBillie Holiday.Itsopulentarchitectureand commitmenttoartisticexcellencecontinue toattractaudiencesandperformersalike, ensuringthatCarnegieHallremainsavital hubofculturalenrichmentandinnovation.

DistinguishedConcertsInternational-A premierproductioncompanythatbrings togethertalentedmusiciansworldwideheld withinCarnegieHall.

LincolnCenter-LocatedintheheartofNewYorkCity,Lincoln Centerstandsasapinnacleofartisticexcellenceandcultural diversity.Spanning16acres,itishometosomeofthecity’smost iconicculturalinstitutions.Thecenterhostsanimpressivevarietyof world-classperformances,fromoperaandballettoorchestral concertsandtheater.

MetropolitanOpera-TheMetropolitanOperaisaworld-renowned operacompanybasedinNewYorkCity.Situatedwithinthe LincolnCenterforthePerformingArts,ithasbeenacultural landmarksinceitsfoundingin1883.Knownforitsgrandeurand innovation,theMetOperadeliversawe-inspiringproductionsthat captivateaudiencesworldwide.

NewYorkCityBallet-TheNewYorkCityBalletisoneofthe foremostballetcompaniesintheworld,celebratedforitsunmatched artistryandtechnicalbrilliance.Itsrepertoireincludesbothclassic andgroundbreakingcontemporaryworkscreatedbypioneering choreographers.PerformingatLincolnCentercontinuestosetthe standardforexcellenceintheglobaldancecommunity.

NewYorkPhilharmonic-TheNewYorkPhilharmonicisoneofthe oldestandmostprestigiousorchestrasintheUnitedStates.Its upcomingscheduleincludesavibrantanddiversearrayof performances,showcasingbothclassicalandcontemporarypieces. BasedatLincolnCenter,theorchestraremainsacentralforcein NewYorkCity’sthrivingculturalscene.

LiveMusic

TheBitterEnd-Sinceitsfoundingin1961,TheBitterEndhas becomeahistoricstapleinNewYorkCity’smusicscene.Thisiconic venuehashostedanimpressivearrayoflegendaryperformersacross genres,fromBobDylantoLadyGaga.It’samust-visitspotfor anyonelookingtoexperiencetherootsoflivemusicinNYC.

BrooklynBowl-BrooklynBowlisavibrantvenuethatperfectly capturesthecultureandenergyofBrooklyn.Ituniquelycombinesa livelybowlingalleywithaconcerthall,creatinganunforgettable experienceforvisitors.Withitseclecticlineupofperformancesand funatmosphere,it’sagreatdestinationformusicandentertainment lovers.

CafeWha?-CafeWha?isalegendarymusicclubthatholdsarich historyofhostingworld-famousartists.Overtheyears,ithasbeena stageforiconslikeBobDylanandJimiHendrix.Theintimate environmentandoutstandingperformancesmakeitastandout venueinNYC’smusicscene.

Dizzy’sClubCoca-Cola-Dizzy’sClubCoca-Colaoffersan unparalleledjazzexperiencecombinedwithbreathtakingviewsof thecityskyline.Thisrenownedvenuefeaturesanimpressivelineup ofjazzmusiciansfromaroundtheworld.It’saperfectdestinationfor jazzenthusiastsandthoseseekingasophisticatednightout.

TheRedLion-TheRedLionisabelovedGreenwichVillage tavernknownforitsinvitingatmosphereandlivemusic.It seamlesslyblendsexcellentperformanceswithalaid-backbar setting,makingitafavoriteamonglocalsandtourists.Whether you’reamusicloverorlookingforacasualnightout,TheRedLion deliversamemorableexperience.

VillageVanguard-TheVillageVanguardisaniconicjazzclub famedforitsintimatesettingandrichhistoryinthejazzscene.It hashostedsomeofthemostoutstandingperformersandrecording sessionssinceitsopeningin1935.

LargeVenues/Sports

BarclaysCenter-Apremierdestinationforentertainmentand sports.Thisstate-of-the-artarenaishometotheBrooklynNetsand NewYorkLiberty,andhostsadiverserangeofevents.

MadisonSquareGarden-Oftencalled"TheWorld'sMostFamous Arena,"isaniconicvenuesituatedinManhattan.Itservesasthe homegroundfortheNewYorkKnicksandNewYorkRangersand hashostedcountlessconcerts,boxingmatches,andotherevents.

RadioCityMusicHall-KnownforitsgrandArtDecoarchitecture andtheworld-famousRockettes.Thishistoricvenueissynonymous

withtheannualChristmasSpectacularfeaturingtheworld-famous RadioCityRockettes.

RockwoodMusicHall-AnintimatevenueintheLowerEastSide,is celebratedforspotlightingemergingartistsandhostingeclecticlive musicperformances.

YankeeStadium-ThereveredhomeoftheNewYorkYankees.This iconicbaseballparknotonlyhoststhrillingMajorLeagueBaseball gamesbutalsoservesasavenueforconcerts,games,andmore.

Nightclubs

BlackFlamingo-Avibrantandeclecticnightclubnestledin Brooklyn,celebratedforitsinclusivityandcommitmentto showcasingdiversemusicaltalents.Withablendofdancefloorsand uniquedecor,itcreatesanatmosphereperfectforthoseseekinga nightfilledwithrhythmandenergy.

TheBlonde-TheBlonde,locatedinSoho,isachicandsophisticated loungeofferingasleekbarandplushseating.Itstrendyrooftop terraceprovidesastunningview,makingitanidealspotfora luxuriouseveningout.

ClubCache-ClubCache,situatedinQueens,isahigh-energyLatin nightclubfamedforitslivelydancefloors.WithDJsandlivemusic performances,itbringsthevibrantsoundsofLatinculturetolifefor partyingallnightlong.

MarqueeNewYork-MarqueeNewYorkisahigh-energyvenue withtoweringceilingsandcutting-edgeLEDscreens.Knownforits lineupofworld-renownedDJs,itcreatesanelectrifyingatmosphere perfectforanightofmusicanddancing.

ParadiseClub-Blendscabaret-styleperformanceswithstate-of-theartvisualsforatrulytheatricalexperience.Itsimmersiveatmosphere ensuresguestsaretreatedtoanunforgettablenightofentertainment.

TaoNightclub-Offersalavishexperiencewithitsmulti-leveldesign andopulentdecor.VIPtablesandAsian-inspiredsignaturecocktails makeitapremierdestinationforanupscalenightout.

LGBTQ

Cubbyhole-AlegendarylesbianbarintheWestVillage,knownfor itscolorfuldecorations,livelyjukebox,andinclusivevibe.

TheExley-Providesarelaxedyetsophisticatedatmosphere,with expertlycrafteddrinksandarotatingselectionofsmallplates.

Ginger'sBar-AcozyBrooklynestablishmentwitheclecticdecor, friendlyregulars,andarotatingselectionofcraftbeersandcocktails.

Playhouse-Attractsayounganddiversecrowdwithitshigh-energy dancepartyatmosphere,top40hits,anddragperformances.

HenriettaHudson-Hasbeenapopulardestinationforover25years, withadiverseclientele,frequentlivemusicandDJsetsand numerousawardswon.

TheRosemont-AsleekandspaciousLGBTQ+barand performancevenueinWilliamsburg,knownforitslivelydragshows anddiversecrowds.

TheTownhouseofNewYork-luxuriousvenuethatboastsofa storiedhistory,stunningarchitecture,andmeticulouslycrafted interiorsthatexudetimelesseleganceandsophistication.

ATTRACTIONS

Discounts

GoCity®NewYork-Planyourvisitbasedonthenumberof attractionsyou’dliketoseeorthenumberofdaysyouplantobein NewYorkCity.ExplorerPassescomewithbetweentwoandten attractions,whileAll-InclusivePassesallowyoutovisitasmany attractionsasyouwantinasetamountofdays(fromonedayupto tendays).Seeasmuchoraslittleasyouwouldlikeduringyourstay inNewYorkCity.

NewYorkCITYPASS-Thisdiscountpassprovidesaccesstoa choiceofsixmajorattractionsatasavingof42percentoffregular admissions.Passesaresoldonlineoratparticipatingattractionsand aregoodforninedaysfromthefirstdayofuse.Apasswithachoice ofthreeattractionsisavailableforvisitorswithlimitedtimeor shorterstays.

NewYorkSightseeingFlexPass-Allowsvisitorstochoosefromover 100attractionstocreatetheirownitinerarywiththeflexibilityto changeplansatanytime.

NewYorkTouristPass-OffersentrytotopNYCattractions,ahoponhop-offbus,andachoiceofmuseums,makingitagreatvaluefor thoselookingtoseeitall.

NYCBoroughPass-Providesaccesstooff-the-beaten-path neighborhoodslikeQueensandtheBronx,offeringamoreauthentic NewYorkexperience.

Land&AirTours

TheBalloonMuseum|Let’sFlyNewYork-Auniqueattractionthat offershotairballoonridesovertheHudsonValley,whichallows visitorstoexperiencethecityfromacompletelynewperspective.It’s agreatwaytoseethesightsfromaboveandenjoythestunningviews oftheNYCskyline.

BigBusNewYork-Offerssightseeingtoursonanopen-topbus, withlivetourguidesandpre-recordedcommentaryinmultiple languages.

TheRideNYC-Animmersivetheatricalexperiencethattakesplace onaluxurybus,featuringliveperformersandinteractiveelements forauniquesightseeingadventure.

BoatTours

BateauxNewYork-Offerselegantdiningcruiseswithstunning viewsoftheManhattanskylineandathree-coursemenuprepared byanexecutivechef.

CircleLineSightseeingCruises-Offersavarietyofguidedtours aroundtheharbor,includingtheirfamousCircleLinetour,which takespassengersaroundtheentireislandofManhattan.

ClassicHarborLine-Aluxuryyachtcruisethatoffersprivate charters,sunsetsails,andjazzbrunchcruises,providinganelegant andsophisticatedexperienceonthewater.

TheClipperCityTallShip-A158-footsailingshipthattakes passengersonguidedtoursoftheharbor,providinganunforgettable experienceonthewater.

FreedomLibertyCruise-ProvidesaguidedtourofNYHarbor,with viewsoftheStatueofLiberty,EllisIsland,andManhattan.

GoSailingNYC-Asailingchartercompanythatoffersprivateand publicsailsaroundtheharbor,includingadinnersailandasunset sail,foraone-of-a-kindexperienceinNewYork.

StatenIslandFerry-Afreecommuterferrythatoperates24/7and takespassengersbetweenManhattanandStatenIsland,providing breathtakingviewsoftheharborandtheskyline.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:BrooklynBridge,©AlexanderRotker;StatueofLiberty,©AviWerde;BatteryPark,©MelanieLee

Parks&Gardens

BatteryPark-A25-acrepublicparkatthesoutherntipofManhattan,offeringstunningviewsoftheharborandStatueofLiberty.

BrooklynBotanicGarden-A52-acreurbangardenthatfeatures over18,000speciesofplantsandavarietyofthemedgardens, includingaJapanesegardenandacherryblossomgrove.

BrooklynBridgePark-OffersstunningviewsoftheManhattan skylineandfeaturesvariousrecreationalactivitiessuchassoccer, basketball,kayaking,andapublicpool.

CentralPark-Spanningover843acres,CentralParkisanurban oasisintheheartofManhattanthatfeaturesavarietyofattractions, includingwalkingtrails,lakes,gardens,andlandmarks.CentralPark isoneofthemostfamousparksintheworld.

ConservatoryGardens-Thissix-acregardenlocatedontheeastside ofCentralParkboaststhreedistinctstyles,includingItalian,French, andEnglishgardens,andfeaturesover4,000plantspecies.

FortTryonPark-HomeoftheCloistersmuseumandgardens, whichhousesanextensivecollectionofmedievalartand architecture.

GrandFerryPark-Providesawaterfrontpromenadewith breathtakingviewsoftheBrooklynandManhattanbridges,aswell asaplayground,abasketballcourt,andadogrun.

TheHighLine-A1.45-mile-longelevatedlinearparkthatwasbuilt onanabandonedrailroadtrack,offeringstunningviewsofthecity andauniqueperspectiveonurbangreenspace.It’sagreatwaytosee thecity!!

HudsonRiverPark-StretchingfourmilesalongtheHudsonRiver, thisparkfeaturessportsfields,playgrounds,dogruns,scenicbike paths,andevenaminiaturegolfcourse.

LittleIsland-AfloatingparklocatedontheHudsonRiverthat featuresgardens,walkingpaths,andoutdoorperformancespaces, andoffersstunningviewsofthecityskylineandtheriver.

NewYorkBotanicalGarden-A250-acrelivingmuseumthat featuresover1millionplantsfromaroundtheworld,50gardensand collectionsondisplay,andrenownedexhibitionsthatcelebratethe intersectionofnature,culture,andscience.

RiversidePark-Ascenicparklocatedonthewestsideof Manhattan,offeringmilesofbikepaths,joggingtrails,playgrounds, andsportsfields,andprovidingapeacefulescapefromthehustleand bustleofthecity.

SnugHarborCulturalCenter&BotanicalGarden-Showcases83acreheritagesitethatincludesstunningbotanicalgardens,museums, andarchitecturelikeMusicHallandNeptuneFountain.

UnionSquarePark-FamousforitsGreenmarket,heldevery Monday,Wednesday,Friday,andSaturday—thelargestandmost popularfarmers'marketinthecity—aswellasforhostingvarious culturalevents,rallies,andproteststhroughouttheyear.

WashingtonSquarePark-AhistoricparklocatedinGreenwich Villageandapopularspotfortouristsandlocalsalike,featuringa fountain,sculptures,andliveperformances.

ObservationDecks

TheEdgeatHudsonYards-Thehighestoutdoorobservationdeck intheWesternHemisphere,locatedonthe100thfloorofthe HudsonYardsskyscraperandoffers360-degreeviewsofthecity.

EmpireStateBuilding-AtrueiconoftheNewYorkCityskyline andoneoftheworld’smostrecognizablebuildings,thetowering architecturalmarvelisa102-storyArtDecobuildingthatopenedin 1931andhasbeenasymbolofthecityeversince.

OneWorldObservatory-LocatedatthetopofOneWorldTrade Center,theobservationdeckoffersstunningviewsofthecityfrom 1,776feetabovetheground,aswellasinteractiveexhibitsanda restaurantwithpanoramicviews.

RiseNY-LocatedintheHudsonYardsdevelopment,RiseNYisa newobservationdeckthatoffers360-degreeviewsofthecityfrom 1,100feetaboveground,aswellasinteractiveexhibitsandaglass floorthatallowsvisitorstoseethestreetbelow.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:StatenIslandFerry,©DavidJones;CentralPark,©HarryGillen;TheHighLine,©MelanieLee

RiseNY-LocatedintheHudsonYardsdevelopment,RiseNYisa newobservationdeckthatoffers360-degreeviewsofthecityfrom 1,100feetaboveground,aswellasinteractiveexhibitsandaglass floorthatallowsvisitorstoseethestreetbelow.

SUMMITOneVanderbilt-ProvidesbreathtakingviewsoftheNew YorkHarborandskylinefromitsobservationdeckonthe38thfloor throughfloor-to-ceilingwindows.

TopoftheRock-ProvidesanexhilaratingviewoftheNewYork Cityskylinefromitsobservationdeckonthe70thfloorofthe RockefellerCenter.

TheVessel-Auniqueartinstallationandlandmarklocatedin HudsonYards—it’satoweringsteelsculpture,offeringvisitors immersiveviewsofthecitythroughitsintricatedesign.

ImmersiveExperiences

ARTECHOUSENYC-AdigitalartmuseuminNewYorkCity thatblendsart,science,andtechnologytocreateimmersiveand interactiveartexperiences.

ColorFactoryNewYork-Aninteractiveartexhibitthatinvites visitorstoimmersethemselvesinaworldofcolor,with16rooms filledwithvibrantinstallationsandactivities.

TheHouseofCannabis-Animmersiveexperienceforthose interestedintheworldofmarijuana,fromeducationtoshoppingfor cannabis-infusedproducts.

MadameTussaudsNewYork-Apopularwaxmuseumlocatedin TimesSquare,featuringlifelikewaxfiguresofcelebrities,historical figures,andpopcultureicons.

TheMuseumofSex-Anadult-onlyinstitutionthatexploresthe history,evolution,andculturalsignificanceofhumansexuality throughavarietyofexhibitionsandinteractivedisplays.

MuseumofIceCream-Aninteractiveexhibitthattakesvisitorsona journeythroughdifferenticecream-themedrooms,offeringsweet treatsandfunactivitiesalongtheway.

SloomooInstitute-AsensoryplaygroundlocatedinSoHothat offersavarietyofinteractiveandcreativeactivities,suchasslime making,andinstallationsthatexploredifferentsensoryexperiences.

Aquariums&Zoos

BronxZoo-Withover265acres,thezooisthelargestmetropolitan zoointheUnitedStatesandishometoover6,000animals representingover700speciesfromallovertheworld.

CentralParkZoo-LocatedintheheartofCentralPark,thezoo housesawidevarietyofanimalsfromaroundtheworldandfeatures exhibitssuchastheTropicalRainforest,thePolarCircle,andthe TischChildren’sZoo.

NewYorkAquarium-Aworld-classaquariumlocatedonthe famousConeyIslandboardwalk,featuringover350speciesof aquaticanimalsandstunningexhibitssuchastheOceanWondersSharks!Exhibit.

SeaQuestWoodbridge-Auniqueaquariumthatallowsvisitorsto getupcloseandpersonalwithmarinelife,includingsharks, stingrays,andtropicalbirds.

ThemeParks&Rides

AmericanDreamObservationWheel-Providesastunning panoramicviewoftheNewYorkCityskylinefromanimpressive heightof227feet.

Deno'sWonderWheelAmusementPark-AConeyIslandiconfor overacenturyandboastsoneofthefewremainingclassicwooden rollercoastersintheworld,aswellasmanyotherclassicridesand attractions.

DreamWorksWaterPark-ThelargestindoorwaterparkinNorth America,featuring40waterattractionsinspiredbyhitmoviesand TVshows,suchasShrekandKungFuPanda.

LegolandNewYorkResort-Afamily-friendlyplaygroundwith attractionssuchasa4Dcinema,acastlehotel,andover15,000LEGO modelsmadefrom30millionbricks.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:MuseumofIceCream,ColorFactory,TheVessel,©MelanieLee

LunaPark-Aclassicamusementparkwithover30rides,including thelegendaryCyclonerollercoaster,andservesasabeloved attractionforbothlocalsandtouristsalike.

NickelodeonUniverseThemePark-Offersvisitorsover35ridesand attractions,includingtheworld'ssteepestrollercoasterandatwostoryropescourse.

Landmarks&Miscellaneous

TheApolloTheater-Foundedin1914,theApolloTheaterbecamea culturalmeccaforAfricanAmericans,launchingthecareersof legendssuchasEllaFitzgerald,JamesBrown,andArethaFranklin.

BelvedereCastle-Originallybuiltin1869asalookouttower,the structurenowservesasavisitorcenterandprovidesstunningviews ofCentralParkandtheNewYorkCityskyline.You’llfindBelvedere CastletuckedawaywithinCentralPark.

BrooklynBridge-AtrueiconofNewYorkCity,theBrooklyn Bridgeisanengineeringmarvelthatspans1,595feetovertheEast RiverandconnectsBrooklynandManhattan.Visitorscanwalkand bikeacrossandenjoytheviews.

TheCathedralChurchofSt.JohnTheDivine-Knownasthelargest cathedralintheworld,theCathedralChurchofSt.JohntheDivine isamasterpieceofGothicRevivalarchitecturethattookovera centuryofconstructiontocomplete.

ChelseaPiers-Asportsandentertainmentcomplexlocatedonthe HudsonRiverthatoffersavarietyofactivities,includingiceskating, bowling,golf,androckclimbing.It’sanidealspotforenjoyingsome sunshineintheconcretejungle.

ColumbiaUniversity-Establishedin1754,ColumbiaUniversityis oneoftheoldestandmostprestigiousuniversitiesintheUnited States,offeringstudentsarigorouseducationalexperienceinthe heartofNewYorkCity.

Governor’sIsland-A172-acreislandlocatedintheheartofNew YorkHarbor,anditoffersstunningviewsoftheStatueofLiberty andthecityskyline.

GrandCentralStation&Terminal-AhistoricNYClandmark, withstunningarchitectureandarangeofshops,restaurants,and events,makingitamust-visitdestinationfortouristsandlocals.You caneventakeatourofthespaceandlearnallaboutthestationor indulgeinhappyhourspecialsatthevariousbarslocatedthroughout theterminal.

LibertyScienceCenter-AsciencemuseumlocatedinJerseyCity, justacrosstheHudsonRiverfromLowerManhattan,theLiberty ScienceCenteroffersinteractiveexhibits,aplanetarium,andlive showsanddemonstrations.

ManhattanBridge-Openedin1909andisconsideredoneofthe mosticonicandaestheticallypleasingsuspensionbridgesinNew YorkCity,attractingthousandsoftouristseachyear.

TheOriginalChinatownIceCreamFactory-Afamily-owned businessthathasbeenservingupdeliciousicecreamsince1978,the factoryoffersuniqueflavorssuchasblacksesameandlychee, alongsideclassicflavorslikechocolateandvanilla.

St.Patrick’sCathedral-ANeo-Gothic-styleRomanCatholic cathedrallocatedinMidtownManhattan,ithasbeautifulstainedglasswindows,impressivearchitecture.

StatueofLiberty-ThisiconicsymbolofAmericanfreedomstands tallonLibertyIslandinNewYorkHarbor.DesignedbyFrederic AugusteBartholdi,itwasgiftedbyFrancetotheUnitedStatesin 1886.Thestatue,madeofcopperandsteel,standsatanimpressive 305feetandattractsover4millionvisitorsannuallytoitspedestal observationdeck.Visitorscanalsovisitthemuseumlocatedatthe baseofthestatuetolearnaboutitshistoryandsignificanceto Americanculture.

TimesSquare-Oftenreferredtoas"TheCrossroadsoftheWorld", TimesSquareisamajorcommercialandtouristhublocatedin MidtownManhattan.Theareaisfamousforitsbrightneonlights, Broadwaytheatres,andentertainmentattractions.Over330,000 peoplepassthroughTimesSquareeachday.Duringmajorevents suchasNewYear'sEve,millionsgatherintheareatowatchtheball dropandringinthenewyear.ThehustleandbustleofTimesSquare makeitamust-visitdestinationforthosetravelingtoNYC.

Free Things to Do in NYC

THERE’S PLENTY TO DO ON A BUDGET!

New York City, often hailed as the city that never sleeps, is brimming with endless opportunities for exploration and enjoyment. Many believe that experiencing NYC to its fullest might require a hefty budget. However, this cosmopolitan hub offers many free activities, allowing visitors and residents alike to soak in its vibrant culture without spending a dime. You can even visit some of the city's most sought-after attractions for free on designated days. If you're looking for an easy way to get around and see all the best of the city's free attractions, buy a ticket for a hop-on-hop-off bus tour!

Central Park, an iconic emblem of New York City, emerges as a sanctuary amidst the urban sprawl, proving that the best things in life are indeed free. This sprawling green haven offers a respite from the city's concrete jungle, inviting visitors to bask in its natural beauty across 843 acres. Whether picnicking on the Great Lawn, meandering through the winding paths, admiring the Bethesda Fountain, or exploring historic bridges and statues, Central Park is a testament to the city's commitment to public spaces. It's a place where art, culture, and nature intertwine, offering a quintessentially New York experience without needing a wallet. Check out our guide to everything in Central Park here

The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most iconic landmarks that can be enjoyed entirely for free. Spanning the East River, this architectural marvel offers pedestrians and cyclists a unique opportunity to traverse from Manhattan to Brooklyn, or vice versa, while soaking in breathtaking views of the NYC skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the bustling harbor below. Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset provides an especially unforgettable experience, with the city lights beginning to twinkle against the dusky sky, making it a must-visit attraction for anyone looking to experience the beauty of New York City without spending a penny.

Another fantastic free attraction that showcases the innovative spirit of New York City is the High Line. Originally a freight rail line elevated above the streets of Manhattan's West Side, it has been brilliantly transformed into a public park. The High Line offers more than just a green space; it's a scenic aerial greenway featuring lush horticulture, art installations, and panoramic views of the city and the Hudson River.

what-you-wish. The Morgan Library & Museum, Rubin Museum of Art, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and Wave Hill are just a sampling of the institutions that participate in free museum days on designated days.

The New York Public Library is another fantastic free attraction emblematic of the city's rich intellectual and architectural heritage. With its majestic lions guarding the entrance, this Beaux-Arts masterpiece isn't just a repository of books; it's a sanctuary for thinkers, dreamers, and seekers of knowledge. The library hosts various free events, workshops, and exhibitions, making it a vibrant cultural hub that enriches the city's intellectual landscape without costing a penny.

The Staten Island Ferry, an iconic free attraction in New York City, offers residents and tourists an unparalleled view of the New York Harbor, including the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. This 25-minute voyage serves as a lifeline for commuters between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan. Still, it also doubles as a leisurely cruise, allowing passengers to take in the breathtaking skyline of the city without spending a dime. Operating 24/7, the ferry provides a unique perspective of New York City's bustling waterfront and majestic skyscrapers, making it a mustvisit for anyone seeking to experience the city's beauty from a fresh vantage point. It’s a fantastic way to see the city skyline without spending a dime!

Walking along its pathways, visitors can enjoy a unique blend of modern architectural designs and carefully curated landscapes. It's a prime example of urban revitalization and creativity.

Adding to New York City's collection of free attractions, Little Island at Pier 55 emerges as a stunning testament to architectural innovation and green space revitalization. Perched above the Hudson River on Manhattan's West Side, this man-made island park is accessible via a walking bridge. It offers a serene, undulating landscape of rolling hills, lush gardens, and captivating river and city skyline views.

For culture enthusiasts and art lovers, New York City offers an impressive array of museums with days when admission is entirely free or pay-

Stump

Afternoon on Wall Street

By Stefany Volmer & The Welcome Guide Team

EAT

Start your day with a coffee and pastry at Conwell Coffee Hall (or swing by for lunch to enjoy savories like the Grilled Cheese Croissant and Roasted Tomato Soup). It’s undoubtedly one of the coolest coffee spots you’ll find in New York City (and that’s saying a lot). Hit up The Capital Grille for a perfectly done steak or a three-martini lunch. Soak in the ambiance at Cipriani Club 55, rumored to be the original Wall Street Club space. Or freshen up with seasonal cuisine and European techniques for dinner or brunch at CrownShy.

PLAY

Though Wall Street is not known for being a hub of tourist attractions, it’s still a must-see spot for many visitors. Make a stop at the New York Stock Exchange and admire the historic buildings lining the Wall Street neighborhood. Visit the Federal Hall National Memorial to see where the Bill of Rights was written. Snap a photo at the Charging Bull and the Fearless Girl statues. Not too far up the road, you’ll find Mercer Labs, a cutting-edge museum of art and technology that that offers an immersive sensory experience across fifteenexperimentalrooms.

SHOP

Thereisn’tmuchshoppinginthisarea,butit’lldoifyouneed a splurge or you’re looking for some luxury accessories to remember your trip to the Big Apple. Go big at Tiffany & Co. or Hermès with classic statement accessories and luxury leather. Or spend some time refining your personal style by treating yourself to something unique and amazing at Le Labo perfumeries (the Rose 31 scent is a signature fragrance forFairmontHotels&Resorts,soyouknowit’sgood).

DINING

Downtown

Balthazar-ThisFrenchbrasserieservesupFrenchfoodclassicsalong withcontemporaryandtraditionalfarefrommorninguntillate.It’s alsoaNewYorkCitystapleforadecadentbrunch.

BrooklynChopHouseChic-Restaurant/barofferingAmerican steakhousefare,Chinesedumplings,Pekingduck,andmore.

Buddakan-Fansof“SexandtheCity”mightrecognizethedining roomatBuddakanasthesettingforCarrieBradshaw’srehearsal dinner.

ClintonHall-Enjoygreatbeer,hardseltzers,wine,andabarmenu withspecialslikesignatureDoubleSmashedBurgeratthisbeerhall that’safuntimeforall.

EatalyNYCDowntown-OffersawidearrayofItaliandisheswitha focusonfresh,seasonalingredientssourcedbothlocallyand importeddirectlyfromItaly.

FrauncesTavern-Thehistoriclocale,whereGen.George Washingtonbadefarewelltohistroops,featuresdown-home comfortfoods.

IndustryKitchen-Dinerscanenjoyariversideviewwhileindulging inwood-firedpizzas,seafood,andhandcraftedcocktailsamidstthe artfullycraftedindustrialspace.

JiangnanChineseCuisine-BringsthetasteoftraditionalChinese cuisinetoNewYorkwithdisheslikesoupdumplingsandcrispy Pekingduck.

Katz’sDelicatessen-Thisiconicspothasbeenservingpastrami, cornedbeef,knishes,pickles,andmoresince1888andhasbeen featuredinTVandfilms.

Morton’sTheSteakhouse-Thisclassicupscalenationally-recognized steakhouseservingprimeUSDAbeef,freshseafood,anddecadent sides.

Sagaponack-AfarmtotablerestaurantinDowntownManhattan designedtotransportyoutotheHamptonswithanemphasison seafoodandlocallysourcedingredients.

TribecaGrill-TheRobertDeNiro/DrewNieporentcollaboration offersrobustfareandanaward-winningwinelist.

Veselka-ThisfamousEasternEuropeanspotservesupdelicious Ukrainiancomfortfoods,pierogis,breakfastspecials,andbrunch classics.

Vestry-FewrestaurantsearnaMichelinstarinthefirstyear,but VestrycanboastthataccomplishmentwithChefShaunHergattat thehelm.

ViaCarota-TheWestVillagegastrotecaisold-worldTuscanin ambiance,food,anddecor.ChefsJodyWilliamsandRitaSodiwere jointlynamedBestChefinNYCatthe2019JamesBeard FoundationAwards.

Midtown

Acadia-AMichelin-starredrestaurantinTribecashowcasingNew Englandcuisinewithamoderntwist.

Astro-Atrendy,casualrooftoprestaurantofferingstunningviewsof ManhattanandamenuofcontemporaryAmericancuisinewitha focusonvegetarianoptions.

Burger&LobsterBryantPark-Alivelyeateryspecializinginjust twodishes-juicyburgersandbuttery,steamedlobster-servedina hipandconvivialatmosphere.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:Buddakan,PhotobyStarr;Katz’sDelicatessen,©HarryKnight

CantinaRooftop-AfestiverooftopvenueinmidtownManhattan featuringvibrantMexicancuisine,anexpansivebar,andsweeping viewsofthecityskyline.

Carmine's-AnNYCstaplefeaturingfamily-styleportionslikepenne allavodka,chickenparm,ora45-oz.PorterhouseContadina.

CarnegieDinerandCafe-Indulgeinall-daybreakfast,salads, burgers,andtriple-deckersandwichesinadditiontoavarietyof deliciousdessertsanddrinks,includingfrozenmargaritas.Indoor diningisalsoavailable.

ChefGuo-Upscale,authenticChinesefinedininginanartfully designedspaceblendedtocomplementthediningexperienceina fullyimmersiveway.

DanteNYC-GetatasteofdeliciousItaliancuisineinahistoric NYClandmark—theoriginalincarnationofDanteopenedin1915.

Guantanamera-AvibrantCubanrestaurantwithlivemusic,alively atmosphere,andavariedmenuoftraditionalCubandishes.

Hortus-AKorean-inspiredrestaurantinNoMadfeaturinginventive dishesandachicatmosphere.

JoeAllen-Preandpost-theaterdiningisatraditionatthiswarmgoto,knownforitscomfortfoodandpostersofBroadwayflops.

KeensSteakhouse-Thishistoricrestaurantishometofantastic chopsandtheworld’slargestcollectionofchurchwardenpipesthat datebacktotheearly20thcentury.

LaGrandeBoucherie-ThischarmingspotservesupFrenchcuisine inastunningatrium-stylespacewithavarietyofclassicdishesand twistsontraditionalfavorites.

MamaMia44SW-MamaMia44SW:Athree-generationfamilyownedItalianrestaurantservingHell’sKitchensince1971,offering authenticItalianhomemadedishes,warmhospitality,curatedwine selection,andacozyatmosphereintheheartofNewYorkCity.

NERAI-ExperiencerefinedandsophisticatedGreekcuisineinthe restaurant’snewoutdoorgarden.Neraialsohasoneofthemost beautifulindoorsettingsintown,courtesyofamassiveJasmine gardencourtesyofFloratorium.

Patsy’sItalianRestaurant-Thislong-running,family-operated restaurantdatingbackto1944,afavoriteofthelateFrankSinatra, specializesinNeapolitancuisine,includingpenneallavodkaand gnocchi.

PhilippeChow-UpscaleChinesecuisineandexoticcocktailscanbe foundinthissophisticatedrestaurantwithclassicChineseofferings.

PlayaBetty’s-Takeatropicalgetawayatthisbrightlycolored restaurantwithabeachysettingandfuncocktails.

RedeyeGrill-Cavernousdiningspacefeaturinglivemusicand deliciousseafoodmakesthisspotperfectforaBroadwaynightout.

Sable’sSmokedFish-Thiscompactdeliofferssmokedfish, numerousmeatsbythepound,delisandwiches,andvarious preparedfoods.

Sarabeth’s-Thequintessentialbrunchspotisalsoopenforbreakfast, lunchanddinner,soyoucanenjoythedelightfulmenualldaylong.

SeeNoEvilPizza-Thissubterraneanpizzaspotlocatedinsidethe 50thStreetMTAStationontheconcourselevelservesuppizzasand morethataretheperfectrespitefromthecity’shustleandbustle.

Serafina-UpscaleItaliancuisineinasophisticated,modernspace withclassicdishesandtraditionalflavors.

SugarFactory-Adessertlover’sdream,SugarFactoryservescolorful food,outrageousdrinks,anddessertsadornedwithcandyandother sweetconfectionsanddelightfulgiftitems.

Tao-FamousforitsgiantBuddhaandclublikeatmosphere,Tao combinesexoticambiancewithupscaleAsianspecialties,including dimsum,smallplates,andsushi.

Zuma-AmealatZumaisatrueculinarytreat.Ifyoufindthemenu alittleoverwhelming,optfortheomakaseexperience.

MermaidOysterBar-Aseafoodlover’sparadisefilledwithplentiful deliciousrawandcookedoptionsandchoicesformeatlovers. PhotoCreditsFromLeft:CourtesyHortus;CourtesySagaponack

Uptown

AmyRuth’s-Enjoytraditionalsoulfoodcuisineandclassicdishesat thispopularHalemhotspotthatlocalsandtouristsbothlove.

Archer&Goat-LocatedinHarlem,dinerscanenjoyafusionof LatinandAsiancuisinesthatblendseamlesslytogether.

BarawineHarlem-DineondeliciousFrenchfarewithanexquisite winelistandafantasticbarmenutocomplementyourdrink.

CafeLuxembourg-ThisglamorousArtDecoUpperWestSide bistroservesalltheclassics:cassoulet,steaktartare,coqauvin,steak frites,moulesfrites,andmore.

Clay-IntheheartofHarlem,whereastoriedjazzcluboncestood, eachmealatClayisacelebrationofbountifulharvests,beloved community,andourfavoritepairingoffoodandfriends.

Fumo-GuestscanenjoyclassicItaliandishesandhandmadepasta madewithfresh,seasonalingredients.

TheGrandFeast-LocatedintheheartoftheUpperWestSide,The GrandFeastservesupclassicAmericandishesmadewithlocallysourcedingredientsinasleek,modernsetting.

Gray’sPapaya-Famousforitsdelicioushotdogs,Gray’sPapayahas beenfeaturedontelevisionandinnumerousfilmsforyears.

TheHoneyWell-Craftcocktailsandbarbitesareofferedinalowlit, subterraneansettingwithacozyvibe.

JacobRestaurant-Enjoyabuffetandaselectionofsoulfoodfrom variousregionsincludingtheSouthandtheCaribbean.

LaGoulue-AclassicFrenchbistroontheUpperEastSidewitha livelyatmosphereandbelovedsteakfrites.

LexRestaurant-ShowcasesmodernAmericancuisineinachic, contemporaryspaceinMidtownManhattan.

LexingtonCandyShop-Thisold-schoolluncheonetteisbestknown foritstraditionaldinermenu,includingall-daybreakfast.

upseafooditems likesaucedshrimptoCaribbeaneatslikeconchfritters.

Malecon-AbelovedDominicaneaterywithseverallocations throughoutthecity,knownfortheircrispyrotisseriechickenand delicioussides.

MarlowRestaurant-Offersaneclecticmenuofglobalcomfortfood, craftcocktails,andwinesinawarmandinvitingatmosphere.

MaxBrenner-Gifts,sweettreatsandeats.Enjoychocolate-infused cocktails,varioushotchocolateandmore.

Melba’s-Southernclassicsservedinaretrosettingthat’srelaxedand homeybyday,bustlingintheevening.

TheMillingRoom-Offerselegant,farm-to-tablecuisineina stunningformerindustrialspaceontheUpperWestSide.

PinocchioRestaurant-HasbeenaGreenwichVillagestapleforover 38years,knownfortheirhomemadepastas,classicItaliandishes,and warm,welcomingatmosphere.

PJBernstein-AJewishdeliontheUpperEastSideservingup traditionalfarelikematzoballsoupandpastramisandwiches.

ROKC-JapaneseOysterBar.Microbrews,craftJapaneseoptionfor severalvarietiesoframen,plussnacks,arawbarandsophisticated cocktails.

THEPThaiRestaurant-BringsthevibrantflavorsofThailandto thebustlingstreetsofHell'sKitchen,withamenuofauthenticdishes madewithfresh,aromaticingredients.

TropicalGrill-Avibrantandcolorfuleateryservingupauthentic Caribbeancuisine,featuringlivelymusicandfriendlyservice.

Vinateria-Chic,contemporaryspotpairingwineandcocktailswith upscaleItalian-&Spanish-influencedcooking.

XochimilcoFamilyRestaurant-AcozyandinvitingMexicaneatery specializingintraditionaldishesmadewiththefreshestingredients, alongwithdeliciousmargaritasandawarmatmosphere.

Lolo’sSeafoodShack-LoLo’sSeafoodShackserves

Brooklyn,Queens& LongIsland

Amina-AcozyThaieaterylocatednearQueensBotanicalGardens thatservesuptraditionalThaiflavors.

Celestine-AwaterfrontrestaurantinBrooklynwithMediterranean fare,featuringbeautifulviewsofManhattan'sskyline.

Chavela's-AcozyMexicanspotinBrooklynwithhomemade tortillas,churros,andbrunchoptions.

Cheryl'sGlobalSoul-AwelcomingBrooklynrestaurantthatblends cuisinesfromaroundtheworldtocreatevibrantflavorsandunique dishes.

Clark'sRestaurant-AclassicAmericanseafoodspotinBrooklyn featuringoysters,lobsterrolls,andacharmingoutdoorpatio.

ClawDaddy's-Asouthern-styleseafoodspot knownfortheir crawfish,po'boys,andlobstermacandcheese.

DockAsianEatery-AwaterfrontrestaurantinBrooklynoffering deliciousAsianfusioncuisineandstunningviewsoftheharbor.

Fillmore'sTavern-Alivelybarandrestaurantintheheartof Williamsburg,knownfortheirdeliciousburgersandextensivebeer list.

Hamilton's-ThisfunspotinBrooklynservesupafantasticselection ofbareatsandinternationalcuisine.

Hart's-Acozy,neighborhoodrestaurantinBrooklynwithaseasonal menufeaturingdisheslikebutterytagliatelleandcrispybaby octopus.

Junior'sRestaurant&Bakery-ABrooklyninstitutionknownfor theiriconiccheesecakeandclassicdiner-stylefare;you’llfindanother locationinTimesSquarealongwithnationwideshipping.

LIMANI-AMediterraneanseafoodrestaurantinRoslyn,serving freshseafoodflownindailyfromtheAegeanSea.

Mayfield-AtrendyAmericanrestaurantinBrooklynfeaturinga farm-to-tablemenuandcozy,rusticdecor.

NoodlePudding-AnintimateItalianspotinBrooklynwith homemadepasta,acozyatmosphere,andoutdoorseating.

NanXiangXiaoLongBao-ThisShanghainesespotservesup deliciousdumplingsforaninexpensivemeal.

OLavrador-AnauthenticPortugueserestaurantofferingaselection ofclassicdishesincludingseafood,grilledmeats,andhomemade desserts.

PeterLugerSteakhouse-ThisBrooklynsteakhouseisaNewYork institutionandhasbeenheraldedashavingsomeofthebeststeaksin thecountry.

ReefRestaurant&Bar-AwaterfrontCaribbean-inspiredeateryin LongIslandCity,featuringauniquemenuofseafood,jerkchicken, andtropicalcocktails.

Risbo-AtrendyMediterraneanrestaurantinBrooklynwith seasonalsmallplates,craftcocktails,andabeautifuloutdoorpatio.

ShotaOmakase-Ahigh-endsushispotinBrooklynfeaturingan omakasetastingmenuandchic,moderndecor.

SouthSlopeRestaurant&Bar-Alaid-backAmericanrestaurantin Brooklynwithadiversemenufeaturingeverythingfromburgersto bibimbap.

Table87-AcasualpizzaspotinBrooklynwithclassicsliceslike margherita,pepperoni,andbuffalochicken.

TuttHeights-AcozyItalianspotinBrooklynfeaturinghomemade pasta,brickovenpizza,andaromanticatmosphere.

Walter's-Aniconicsteakhouserenownedfortheirperfectlycooked meatsandimpeccableservice.

XifuFood-AtrendyChinesespotinBrooklyn'sSunsetPark neighborhoodwithhomemadedimsum,spicynoodles,andunique cocktails.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:Celestine,©DanielKrieger;CourtesyLIMANI

NEWYORKCITY’S

BEST EATERIES

LA GOULUE

LA GOULUE WELCOMES DINERS WITH ITS QUINTESSENTIAL FRENCH BISTRO AMBIANCE. ESTEEMED FOR ITS SUMPTUOUS CUISINE THAT SPLENDIDLY CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF FRENCH CULINARY ARTISTRY, THIS ESTABLISHMENT SERVES AN ARRAY OF CLASSIC DISHES, FROM THE LUXURIOUS FOIE GRAS TO THE PERFECTLY SEARED STEAK FRITES. BEYOND THE FOOD, LA GOULUE ENCHANTS WITH ITS SOPHISTICATED YET INVITING DÉCOR, ECHOING THE QUINTESSENTIAL CHARM OF PARISIAN BISTROS.

29 E 61ST ST, 212.988.8169, LAGOULUERESTAURANT.COM

CHEF GUO

CHOLA

CHOLA, LOCATED AT THE HEART OF NEW YORK CITY, OFFERS A UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC EXPLORATION OF INDIAN CUISINE, DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM THE RICH CULINARY TRADITIONS OF THE INDIAN SUBCONTINENT. WITH A MENU THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO INDIA'S DIVERSE FLAVORS, TECHNIQUES, AND INGREDIENTS, CHOLA'S CHEFS BLEND ANCIENT RECIPES WITH CONTEMPORARY FLAIR. THE RESTAURANT'S AMBIANCE, CHARACTERIZED BY ELEGANT DECOR AND WARM HOSPITALITY, MAKES IT AN IDEAL SPOT.

232 E 58TH ST, 212.688.4619, CHOLANY.COM

CHEF GUO EMBODIES THE ESSENCE OF INNOVATION AND TRADITION IN CULINARY ARTS, MERGING ANCIENT CHINESE COOKING TECHNIQUES WITH MODERN GASTRONOMY TO CREATE A DINING EXPERIENCE THAT IS BOTH CULTURALLY RICH AND DISTINCTLY CONTEMPORARY. DRAWING FROM A HERITAGE THAT DATES BACK OVER 300 YEARS, CHEF GUO'S MENU IS A TESTAMENT TO THE DEPTH OF CHINESE CUISINE, OFFERING DISHES THAT ARE METICULOUSLY PREPARED AND ARTFULLY PRESENTED.

135 E 50TH ST, 212.866.9888, CHEFGUO.COM

BEST EATERIES

CASA BOND

RED SORGHUM

AT RED SORGHUM, AN INNOVATIVE RESTAURANT, BAIJIU IS NOT JUST A DRINK BUT THE HEART OF A CULINARY REVOLUTION, TURNING MEALS INTO CELEBRATIONS DEEPLY ROOTED IN CHINESE TRADITIONS. KNOWN FOR MARKING OCCASIONS FROM WEDDINGS TO CHINESE NEW YEAR, BAIJIU HERE SYMBOLIZES THE JOY OF BEING WITH LOVED ONES.

28-03 JACKSON AVE, QUEENS, 929.545.2023, REDSORGHUMLIC.COM

NESTLEDINTHEVIBRANTHEARTOFNOHO,CASABONDOFFERSA CULINARYEXPERIENCETHATTRANSCENDSTHEORDINARY, COMBININGEXQUISITEMEXICANCUISINE,ACOZYATMOSPHERE,AND METICULOUSSERVICE,ENSURINGANUNFORGETTABLEDINING ADVENTUREFOREVERYONE.MAKESURETOCHECKOUTWEEKEND BRUNCHAND“BOND•INGHOUR.”

334BOWERY,917.639.3009,CASABONDNOHO.COM

PLAYA BETTY’S

NANXIANGXIAOLONGBAO,CELEBRATEDFORITSEXCEPTIONAL SOUPDUMPLINGS,MARKSYETANOTHERMILESTONEWITHITS LATESTOUTLETINTHEEASTVILLAGE,PROMISINGTOEXTENDITS LEGACYOFTRADITIONALSHANGHAINESEDISHES(LIKEFOUR HAPPINESSSPONGETOFUANDCRABMEAT&PORKDUMPLINGS) TOANEVENWIDERAUDIENCE.

15STMARKSPL,212.970.8788,NANXIANGXIAOLONGBAO.COM

PLAYABETTY'SISAVIBRANTEATERYTHATBRINGSTOLIFETHE SPIRITANDFLAVORSOFCALIFORNIACULTURE,WITHAMENUTHAT INCLUDESEVERYTHINGFROMTANTALIZINGTACOSANDBURRITOS TOFRESHSALADSANDDELECTABLEDESSERTS,ALLSERVEDINA LIVELY,BEACH-THEMEDATMOSPHERETHATPROMISESACULINARY ESCAPETOTHEWESTCOASTWITHOUTLEAVINGMANHATTAN.

320AMSTERDAMAVE,212.712.0777,PLAYABETTYS.COM

YAO,NESTLEDINTHEFINANCIALDISTRICT,ISACULINARYGEM WHERECHEF-OWNERKENNYLEUNGANDCO-OWNERTHOMASTANG ELEVATECANTONESECUISINETONEWHEIGHTS,CELEBRATINGBOTH TIME-HONOREDDISHESANDINNOVATIVECREATIONSAGAINSTTHE BACKDROPOFANELEGANTLYDESIGNEDSPACE.THERESTAURANT RECENTLYINTRODUCEDADELICIOUSABALONEMENU. 213PEARLST,917.265.8119,YAONYC.COM

NAN XIANG XIAO LONG BAO

NEWYORKCITY’S

VERSANYCOFFERSAUNIQUEROOFTOPEXPERIENCEINTHEHEARTOF MANHATTAN,BLENDINGEXQUISITEDININGWITHBREATHTAKINGCITYVIEWS OFTHECITYSCAPEBELOWTHERENAISSANCENEWYORKMIDTOWNHOTEL.

218 W 35TH ST, 646.850.2850, VERSANYC.COM

TSUBAMEOFFERSAUNIQUEDININGEXPERIENCEINNEWYORK,BLENDING TRADITIONALJAPANESECRAFTSMANSHIPWITHMODERNCULINARY TECHNIQUESTOCREATEEXQUISITEDISHES.

11PARKPL,929.614.5998,TSUBAMENY.COM

200PARKAVE,FORTLEE,NJ,201.583.4777,VENTANASATTHEMODERN.COM VENTANAS

VENTANASINFORTLEEOFFERSAUNIQUEDININGEXPERIENCEWITHITS FUSIONCUISINEANDBREATHTAKINGVIEWS,EMBODYINGTHEESSENCEOF MODERNSOPHISTICATION.IT’STHEPERFECTWAYTOESCAPETHECITYFOR ANEVENING.

SABAITHAIISACELEBRATEDRESTAURANTINNEWYORKCITY,OFFERINGAN AUTHENTICANDVIBRANTTHAIDININGEXPERIENCETHATCAPTIVATESBOTH THEPALATEANDTHESENSESFORTHEPERFECTEXOTICCULINARYIMMERSION.

432PARKAVES,646.476.4521,SABAITHAI.NYC

JACK & CHARLIE’S NO. 118

JACK&CHARLIE'SNO.118OFFERSANEXQUISITEDININGEXPERIENCETHAT SEAMLESSLYBLENDSCLASSICELEGANCEWITHINNOVATIVECUISINE, MAKINGITACULINARYLANDMARKINITSLOCALE. 118 GREENWICH AVE, 212.680.4265, JACKANDCHARLIES118.COM

101W57THST,212.377.7170,ACADIANYC.COM ACADIA

ACADIA,AMEDITERRANEAN-INSPIREDRESTAURANTLOCATEDINTHE HEARTOFNEWYORKCITY,OFFERSAUNIQUEBLENDOFEXOTICAND FAMILIARFLAVORSINACOZYYETSOPHISTICATEDSETTING.

SABAI THAI

DryJanuaryinNYC

AS THE NEW YEAR BEGINS, MANY NEW YORKERS ARE LOOKING FOR SOPHISTICATED WAYS TO EMBRACE WELLNESS WITHOUT SACRIFICING THE CITY’S VIBRANT SOCIAL SCENE. THESE SPOTS HAVE CURATED EXCEPTIONAL ZERO-PROOF PROGRAMS THAT GO BEYOND BASIC SODAS, OFFERING COMPLEX, HANDCRAFTED ALTERNATIVES FOR DRY JANUARY AND BEYOND.

Bella Luna

A long-standing fixture of the Upper West Side for nearly 4 decades, Bella Luna offers a sophisticated selection of non-alcoholic beverages to complement its traditional Italian menu. These handcrafted mocktails range from bright, herb-infused refreshers like a blueberry-and-thyme fizz to adventurous combinations featuring tropical pineapple and jalapeño spice. For those seeking warmer seasonal profiles, the restaurant also serves creative espresso blends with pumpkin and chai.

The Dead Rabbit

The Dead Rabbit, the world-renowned FiDi destination celebrated for its authentic Irish hospitality, is putting a sophisticated spin on its signature drink for the alcohol-free season. Beverage Director Aidan Bowie has crafted a refined non-alcoholic Irish Coffee that maintains the bar’s legendary standards by blending Seedlip Spice 94 with rich coffee, demerara, and a freshly grated nutmeg finish.

Berimbau Brazilian Table

Throughout the holiday season and into the new year, Berimbau Brazilian Table on 36th Street provides a vibrant, midcentury modern setting for those seeking refined alcohol-free options. The restaurant features a dedicated selection of tropical mocktails, most notably the Sol de Acerola, which is specifically designed to ensure all guests feel included in the celebration.

6 Restaurant

Located in Carroll Gardens, 6 Restaurant is a sophisticated Brooklyn destination where Chef Nico Bouter blends his Michelin-level expertise with a unique fusion of New American and traditional Dutch flavors. To complement your meal, the bar offers a thoughtful selection of lowalcohol and zero-proof beverages, ranging from a savory sake-based martini and spicy coffee negronis to artisanal house-made shrubs featuring ginger or jalapeño.

Mustang Harry’s

A fixture of the Midtown dining scene for three decades, Mustang Harry’s provides a welcoming Irish gastropub atmosphere for those seeking sophisticated spirit-free beverages. To support guests observing Dry January, the establishment offers expertly crafted non-alcoholic options, such as the fruit-forward Blackberry Shuffle, which balances tart lemon with a spiced berry puree, and a crisp, herbaceous Mojito.

SHOPPING

ShoppingCenters

BrookfieldPlace-Ahigh-endshoppingand diningdestinationlocatedintheheartof downtownManhattan.Itfeaturesdesigner storessuchasGucciandBurberry,aswellas popularretailerslikeJ.Crewand Lululemon.

EmpireOutlets-Theonlyoutletshopping centerinNYChousesmorethan100 designeroutletretailers,includingH&M, Levi’s,BrooksBrothers,Gap,andmore. EasyaccesstoandfromManhattanviathe StatenIslandFerry.

TheShopsandRestaurantsatHudson Yards-Boastover100luxuryand mainstreamretailers,spanning1million squarefeet.Visitorscanalsoindulgeinfine diningoptions,artinstallations,andThe Vessel,auniquepubliclandmark.

TheShopsatColumbusCircle-Offers premiumretailanddiningexperiencesin theheartofNewYorkCity.Nestledwithin theTimeWarnerCenter,itfeaturesbrands likeMichaelKors,StuartWeitzman,and Williams-Sonoma.

WestfieldWorldTradeCenter-Asleek, modernshoppingdestinationlocatedinthe heartofLowerManhattan.Withover100 retailersanddiningoptions,itoffersan unbeatableshoppingexperiencethatis easilyaccessiblebypublictransportation.

Toys&Games

AmericanGirlPlace-Inadditiontothe popularhistoricalandcontemporarydoll collection,thestoresellsccessoriesand matchingdoll-and-girlclothing.Café,hair salon,andpersonalshopping.

CAMP,AFamilyExperienceStore-Afun andimmersivestorewithrotatingthemes, includingindoorcamping,andspacetravel.

TheDisneyStore-TheDisneyStoreoffers thelatestinofficialDisneymerchandise, includingDisneytoys,clothes,andDisney collectiblesfeaturingeveryone’sfavorite characters,includingMickeyMouse, Disneyprincesses,andmore.

FAOSchwarz-Shopatthebiggesttoy storeinNewYorkCity!Theworld-famous FAOSchwarzisanexperienceunlikeany other.Youareatthecenterofthestory.An adventurelarger-than-lifethatsparksthe imaginationinallofusawaits.

KiddingAround-Long-standingtoy boutiquestockedwithgames,puzzles, dress-upclothes&educationalplaythings forchildrenofallagestoenjoyandlearn thefunway.

LearningExpressToys-Afranchisestore withawiderangeofhigh-qualitytoys, includingSTEMkits,dolls,boardgames, andpuzzles

TheLEGOStore-Theiconictoyretailer showcasesthebrand’scolorfulbuildingsets &bricks,plusfigurines&toys.The LEGO®Storesareopenwithadjusted hours.Pleasebeadvisedthatthesafetyof ourvisitorsandteammembersremainsour firstpriority.

NINTENDONY-10,000squarefootstore filledwithinteractivegamedemos, accessories,apparel&collectibles.Located inManhattan’shistoricRockefellerCenter,

Norman&Jules-Indieshopforcolorful handmadetoys,decor,andbabyaccessories craftedwithsustainablematerials.They’ve collectedthebesttoysfromaroundthe world.Itsuniqueselectionoftoyssupports imaginative,organicplaywhileencouraging emotionalandsocialgrowth.

PlayingMantis-Asmallandcozystore withacarefullycuratedselectionofecofriendlyandsociallyconscioustoys,games, andpuzzles.

DepartmentStores

BergdorfGoodman-Theemporium’s separatemen’sandwomen’sstoresoffer designerlabelsandnamebrands, accessoriesandcosmetics.

Bloomingdale’s-Browsethemost indemandstylesforwomen,men,kidsand homesinthisfamousshoppingdestination.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:Bloomingdales,CourtesyMacy’sInc.;CourtesyBrookfieldPlace;CourtesyMacy’sInc.

Macy’sHeraldSquare-Theiconic departmentstorespansanentirecityblock.

Nordstrom-Theseven-floorwomen’s flagshipstoreoffersclothing,accessories, shoes,beautyanddiningoptions.

SaksFifthAvenue-Thewomen’sshoe salonoccupiesanentireflooroftheluxury storeformenandwomen.

SelfCare&Spas

AireAncientBath-Indulgeinasensory experienceatthisancientbathhouse, combininghotandcoldbathswith aromatherapyandmassageforultimate relaxation.

ColiseumDental-Enjoyapleasantdental experienceatthismodernand technologically-advancedclinic,witha rangeofdentalservicestosuiteveryneed.

GreatJonesSpa-Aluxuriousspaofferinga varietyofservices,fromfacialstomassages andevenawaterlounge,allintheheartof NewYorkCity.

Heyday-Skincaremadesimple.Booka30minutefacialatthisminimalist-friendlyspa andleavewithglowingskin.

JoannaVargas-Discoverthesecretbehind celebrities'beautyatthisluxuriousspa, offeringfacials,LEDlighttherapy,and bodytreatments.

QCNYSpa-Relaxandrejuvenatewitha rangeofspaservices,includingmassages, facials,andbodytreatments,alldesignedto promoteholisticwellness.

Jewelry&Time Pieces

BreitlingBoutique-AttheBreitling BoutiqueinManhattan,aviation enthusiastsandwatchaficionadoscan exploretheimpressivecollectionofSwissmadetimepieces,includingtheiconic NavitimerandAvenger,andadmirethe aviation-inspiredinteriordesign.

Cartier-Theprestigiousandluxurious CartierstoreinNewYorkisasymbolof refinedelegance,wherevisitorscanmarvel attimelessjewelryandwatches,including thebrand’sworld-famousLoveBracelet andTankWatch.

DavidWebb-Webb’suniquelystunning gemshavebeenwornbysocietydoyennes andevenHollywoodroyalty.

FredLeighton-Avintageandantique jewelrystorethathasbeenarenowned destinationforcollectors,celebrities,and fashioninsiderssince1970.

HarryWinston-Aluxurywatchand jewelryboutiquewithanillustrioushistory ofcreatingexquisitedesignsandiconic pieces,fromthetimeless"Halo" engagementringtorarediamonds.

OMIJewelry-Ahiddengemforthose seekinguniqueandexquisitepiecesoffine jewelry,whereskilledartisanscraft stunningpieces.

Pandora-Thefamousinternationaljewelry chainhasuniqueNYCexclusivepiecesto addtoyourcollection.

PhotoCreditsFromLeft:CHANEL,©LauraChouette;CourtesyEmpireOutlets;Gucci,©MaxAnderson

RolexBoutiqueTourneau-Theultimate destinationforfansoftheiconicSwiss watchmaker,showcasingavastarrayof stunningmodels,fromtheclassicDatejust tothesportyYacht-Master.

SwatchTimesSquare-Acolorfuland playfulspace,wherecustomerscan discoverthelatestcollectionsofaffordable yetstylishwatches,suchastheplayful ISIDORandtheminimalistSKIN.

Tiffany&Co.-Iconicjewelersellingdiamonds,pearls,gold,silver,sterlingflatware, finetimepieces,crystalandmuchmore— allwrappedintheTiffany&Co.signature robin’seggblueboxes.

LuxuryDesigners

CHANELNewYork-World-renowned fashionhouseofferinghautecouture,readyto-wear,handbags,accessories,luxurious cosmeticsandtimelessfragrances.

ErmenegildoZegna-Thisflagshipboutique onFifthAvenueboastsaluxuriousinterior designthatperfectlycomplementsthe brand'shigh-endmen'sclothingand accessories.

Escada-ThisupscalestoreonMadison Avenuefeaturesanelegantand sophisticatedinterior,completewitha crystalchandelierandplushseating, offeringaluxuriousshoppingexperiencefor women'sfashion.

Fendi-Italianfashioncompanyrenowned foritsluxuryfurandleathergoods,offering arangeoffashionandaccessorycollections madewithhigh-qualitymaterials.

Ferragamo-Ferragamo'sFifthAvenue locationshowcasesthebrand'siconicItalian craftsmanshipwithanarrayofstylishshoes, handbags,andaccessories,displayedina beautifullydesignedsleekandspace.

Gucci-PremiumItalianfashionbrand knownforitseclecticandbolddesigns(and colorfulstripes)thatmixtraditionwith modern innovationandluxury,offeringa selectionofhandbags,shoes,andjewelry.

LouisVuitton-High-endbrand specializinginleathergoods,handbags, luggage,accessories,andready-to-wear collectionswithavarietyofsubtledesigns andproudlogos.

Versace-Thedesignerbrand'sflagshipstore inNewYorkCityisastunningtributeto thelateGianniVersace,featuringopulent designelementslikegoldwalls,Medusa headsandmosaicflooring,andavast collectionoflothingandaccessories.

YvesSaintLaurent-St.Laurent'sMadison Avenuelocationisasleekandmodern spacethatshowcasessignatureParisian aesthetic,withclothing,accessories,and fragrances.

Shoes&Handbags

ChristianLouboutinBoutique-Luxurious footwearandaccessorieswiththeiconicred sole,knownfortheirunmatched sophisticationandelegance.

Coach-ThefashionableAmericanleather goodsbrandisknowninternationallyforits accessories,leatherpiecesandclassic handbags.

IlBisonte-Findhigh-quality,well-designed handbags,briefcasesandotheraccessoriesat thisItalianretailer’sflagshipstore.

JimmyChoo-Knownfortheiriconicstiletto heelsandglamorousdesigns,JimmyChoo's NewYorkstorefeaturesastunningcollection ofshoes,bags,andaccessoriesthatexudeonly theutmostsophisticationandelegance.

KateSpade-Thisplayfulandcolorfulstore mergesfashionwithfunction,offeringa selectionofhandbags,jewelry,andfootwear.

LoveAdorned-Anopen,airyspacestocked withaneclecticmixofcontemporary& vintagejewelryandunusualhomegoods.

ManoloBlahnik-Theultimatedestination forfashion-consciousindividualsseeking theperfectpairofhigh-endshoes.

Mephisto-Thisupscaleshoestoreoffers handcraftedanddurablefootwearmade frompremiummaterials,includingleather andcork,andtheirsignatureSoft-Air technologyensuresmaximumcomfort.

NikeNYC-Theathleticretailer’sNew Yorkstoreisoneofonlythreestoresinthe worldwiththeHouseofInnovation.

ToryBurch-With signaturedouble-T logosandpreppy-meets-bohhoaesthetic, findaccessoriesforthemodernwoman.

GUIDETONYC TRANSPORT

There are plenty of ways to navigate the concrete jungle and numerous modes of transportationtogetyoufrompointAto pointB.Whilethecityiscertainlywalkable, we often need a little extra help getting around. New York City is known for its bustling streets, unique attractions, and diverseculture.Forvisitorsandlocalsalike, gettingaroundthecityisabreezewithits widearrayoftransportationoptions.New Yorkers and travelers have access to a multitude of choices when it comes to moving throughout their busy urban landscape.

From taxi cabs and ride-shares to public buses, subways, ferries and even bike share systems, navigating the five boroughs has never been easier or more convenient.Whetheryou’retravelingfrom uptowntodowntownorfromonesideof the city to another, there’s an option for everyone.

Rideshare has become increasingly popular all around the country, and it’s no different in NYC. Remember that surge pricing can be unpredictable and shorter rides can still be fairly costly. Be preparedandplotalternativesjustincase.

TheNewYorkCitysubwaysystemisthelargestof its kind in the United States, with over 24 lines and 472 stations. Over five million passengers ride it daily. The subway is perfect for quick stops and longerridesallthewayacrosstown.

Theiconicyellowcabisoneoftheoldestandmost popular ways to get around NYC. All you need to doishailoneonthestreetcorneroruseanapplike Curbtocalloneorscheduleapick-upforeventsor easytripstotheairport.

The ferry system in New York is one of the oldest forms of transportation in the city. Today, these ferries span multiple waterways, including the Hudson River, East River, and Staten Island Ferry;, allowingpassengerstoaccessvariousboroughs.

For those looking for a bit more adventure while exploring the city’s many sights and sounds, considertakingadvantageofCitiBike—NewYork’s own bicycle sharing program, complete with thousandsofbikeslocatedalloverManhattan.

PublicbusesinNewYorkofferconvenientandlowcosttransportationfortouristsandlocalsalike.With over 5,800 vehicles operating 24/7 across the five boroughs, these bus routes provide easy access to attractionsandneighborhoods.

NEW GEAR FOR THE NEW YEAR

Maintaining a consistent sense of comfort and self-care while traveling often requires a curated selection of essentials that bridge the gap between utility and luxury. From high-performance skincare that protects against harsh environments to thoughtfully engineered accessories designed to alleviate the physical toll of transit, the right gear can transform a grueling journey into a seamless experience.

FENTY SKIN TRAVEL SET

We’veravedaboutFentySkincareforawhilenow,andthis skincare set is no different. The TSA-compliant pack has everything you need to maintain a balanced skincare routine on the go. We were sent a test sample and immediatelybroughtitonadesertweekendgetaway.The results?Nodrypatchesandnoburns(theset’sHydraVizor SPFMoisturizerhasthemuch-neededSPFinanon-sticky, non-greasy formula we love). The cleanser successfully removed the day’s grit and grime, and the toner was a refreshingchangefromourat-homeproduct(wemayneed toswitchtothispermanently).

FORMULARY 55

As the years have passed, one product we’ve addedtoourtravelroutineisshowersteamers.

You can never honestly know what to expect from a hotel shower (even the poshest places can be misleading), but a shower steamer makes your evening (or morning) routine feel like a spa treatment. We were sent some steamers from Formulary 55 and instantly loved the scent (we’ve even taken to keeping one on the nightstand for its aromatherapy qualities). Handcrafted in small batches, these effervescent tablets release potent blends of pureessentialoilsandnaturalbotanicalswhen activatedbywaterandsteam.

CHARIX SHOES

Charix takes minimalist footwear to the next level with a chic design and superior craftsmanship.Whilesomebrandsofferawide rangeofstyles,Charixhasperfectedtheslip-on withqualitymaterialsandaclassicdesignthat goesfromcobblestonestreetstodinnersouton the town (we loved the luxurious feel of the leather on our test samples). These versatile designs are built for durability and ease, featuring high-quality materials and proprietary memory foam cushioning that ensure immediate comfort for travelers and professionalsalike.

PACAS COMPRESSION SOCKS

We know compression socks are a necessity on long flights, but don't worry—they've just gotten an upgrade! The Pacas Compression Socksgivewearersoptimalcompressionwhile alsobeingbreathable,durable,andohsosoft (comparabletocashmere).Thesocksarealso hypoallergenic, can regulate temperature (to keep you warm or cool) and moisture wicking to keep your feet comfortable for hours (no moresweatyfeet).

CABEAU EVOLUTION X NECK PILLOW

Fewproductsaremorecriticalonalong-haul flightthanagreatneckpillow.We’vetestedso many over the years, and our favorite is the Cabeau Evolution X. We were sent a test sample and quickly fell in love with it after a particularly grueling set of travel days. The uniquedesignishighlybreathable,flexible,and durable(evencrushedundertheweightofour tripsouvenirs,ithelditsshape).Wewokefrom ourseven-hournapsforasnack,withaslittle neck pain as possible on the flight, and managed to fall asleep again within minutes. Thoughnotthemostcompactneckpillow,the extra space it takes up is well worth the sleep you’llget,evenonabudgetairline.

COOLA SPF 50 SUNSCREEN STICK

Ideal for those who love an active lifestyle, COOLA’s Mineral Organic Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 is perfect for anyone on the move. Its hands-free application allows for quick and easy reapplication, making it a must-have for surfers or mountain hikers alike. Boasting 80 minutes of water resistance and specially formulated for sensitive skin, this sunscreen stickleveragesplant-basedtechnologies.

CINCHA STRAPS

Cinchaisanexpandinglabeldedicatedto creatingdistinctive,customizable,and gender-neutralaccessoriesforthemodern explorer.Theirsignatureluggagestrapshave becomeanessentialtoolfornavigating terminals,effortlesslyanchoringsmallerbags torollingsuitcasesforhands-onfreedom. Thesedurablebeltsareavailableinanarray ofcreativepatternsandstylestosuitany aesthetic.

HOTELS

Downtown

TheBeekman,AThompsonHotel-Thislandmarkbuildingboasts stunningarchitecture,luxurioussuites,andworld-classdining experiences,makingittheperfectchoiceforthoseseekingatouchof glamour.

CloudOneHotelNewYork-Downtown-Thehotelboastsaprime locationandoffersguestsanunparalleledexperiencewithopulent rooms,state-of-the-artfacilities,andpanoramicviews.

ClubQuartersHotelWorldTradeCenterNewYork-Abudgetfriendlyoptionthatoffersstylishandcomfortableroomsat affordablerates.

ConradNewYorkDowntown-Afive-starhotelthatboastsworldclassamenities,elegantsuites,andbreathtakingviewsoftheHudson RiverandtheStatueofLiberty,thishoteloffersultimateluxury.

CourtyardbyMarriottNewYorkWorldTradeCenterArea-This hotelofferscleanandcomfortableroomswithallthebasicamenities thatyouneedforacomfortableandconvenientstay.

TheDominick-Anawe-inspiringhotelthatoffersstunningviewsof theNewYorkskyline,eachroomhasstate-of-the-arttechnology, includingasmartTVandaniPoddockingstation,makingitan idealchoiceforbusinesstravelers.

DoubleTreebyHiltonNewYorkDowntown-Offersspacious rooms,top-notchamenities,andexcellentservicewiththeclassic touchesforwhichDoubleTreeHotelsareknown.

FourSeasonsHotelNewYorkDowntown-Thisfive-starhotelis theepitomeofluxury,withexpansivesuites,aworld-classspa,and Michelin-starreddiningoptions.

TheFrederickHotel-Ahistoriclandmarkthatdatesbackto1838, theroomsfeatureuniquearchitecturaldetails,includinghighceilings andexposedbrickwalls.

GildHall,AThompsonHotel-partofHyatt-Thisboutiquehotel boastsarustic-chicdecorandacozyambiance,withapopularItalian restaurantandaspeakeasy-stylebaron-site.

TheGreenwichHotel-TheGreenwichHotelexudeseleganceand charm,withitsantiquefurnishings,richfabrics,andaserene Japanese-inspiredspa.

HamptonInnManhattan/Downtown-FinancialDistrict-Oneof thetopchoicesfortravelerswhowanttobeclosetotheaction,the hotelislocatednearmanypopularattractions,includingtheNew YorkStockExchangeandthe9/11Memorial.

HiltonGardenInnNYCFinancialCenter/ManhattanDowntownAgreatoptionforvisitorswhoplantospendtimeintheFinancial District,thehoteloffersstylishrooms,afitnesscenter,andanon-site restaurant.

HiltonGardenInnNewYork/Tribeca-Offersmodernamenitiesin aprimelocation;itboastsasleekdesignandcomfortableroomswith high-qualitybeddingandcomplimentaryWi-Fi.

HolidayInnExpressNewYorkCity-WallStreet,anIHGHotel-A budget-friendlyoptionfortravelerswhowanttostayinthe FinancialDistrict,thehoteloffersfree breakfast,afitnesscenter,and easyaccesstomanyofthearea'stopattractions.

HolidayInnNewYorkCity-WallStreet,anIHGHotel-Abudgetfriendlyoptionthatdoesn'tcompromiseonquality,thehotel featurescomfortablerooms,anon-sitefitnesscenter,andan excellentlocation.

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HotelFouquet'sNewYork-InspiredbythelegendaryParisianhotel, HotelFouquet'soffersasophisticatedandluxuriousstayexperience, withaMichelin-starredrestaurantandadecadentspa.

HotelHugo-Astylishandcontemporaryboutiquehotellocatedin SoHoandboasts122well-appointedguestroomsandsuites,each elegantlydesignedwithanodtothehotel'sItalianheritage.

HotelIndigoNYCFinancialDistrict,anIHGHotel-Elegantly decoratedwithartpiecesandmuralsinspiredbythehistoryand cultureoftheFinancialDistrict,HotelIndigooffersauniqueand upscalestayexperience.

HyattCentricWallStreetNewYork-Aluxuryhotelthatboastsan collectionofamenities,includingarooftoplounge,afitnesscenter, andupscalediningoptions.

MillenniumDowntownNewYork-Withitscentrallocationand proximitytomajorfinancialinstitutionsandcorporateoffices,the Millenniumisidealforthosetravelingtothecityforwork.

MintHouseat70Pine-Anupscalehotelthatoffersspacioussuites withfullkitchensandstunningviewsofthecity,guestscanenjoy amenitiessuchasanon-sitefitnesscenter,arooftopterrace,anda lounge.

MoxyNYCDowntown-Withitsvibrantdecor,socialspaces,and proximitytopopularnightlifevenues,theMoxyisperfectforthose lookingforafunexperienceintheheartofDowntown.

NewYorkMarriottDowntown-Locatedjustastone'sthrowaway fromtheiconicWorldTradeCenter,thishotelboastsspaciousand luxuriousrooms,state-of-the-artbusinessfacilities,andafirst-class diningexperience.

NineOrchard-Thischarmingbedandbreakfastintheheartofthe LowerEastSideofferscozyandpersonalizedrooms,freehomemade breakfast,andeasyaccesstotrendybarsandrestaurants.

PlacemakrWallStreet-Astylishhotelthatblendsmoderndesign withelementsofthearea'shistory,thehoteloffersguestsafitness center,arooftoplounge,andarestaurantthatservesMediterraneaninspiredcuisine.

RadissonHotelNewYorkWallStreet-Agreatvalueoptioninthe FinancialDistrict,RadissonHoteloffersspaciousandcomfortable roomswithmodernamenitiesandaconvenientlocationnearthe subwayandmajortouristattractions.

ResidenceInnbyMarriottNewYorkDowntownManhattan/ WorldTradeCenterArea-Perfectforextendedstays,Residence Innoffersspacioussuiteswithseparatelivingareas,fullkitchens,and acomplimentarybreakfastbuffet.

TheRoxyHotelNewYork-Ahotelwitharetrovibe;therooms haveanindustrialfeel,withexposedpipesandconcreteaccents.

SIXTYSoHo-LocatedinthefashionableSoHoneighborhood, SIXTYSoHoofferssleekandmodernrooms,alivelyrooftopbar withpanoramicviews,andaniconicItalianrestaurant.

SmythTribeca-Thistrendyhotelcombinesvintageand contemporarystyleswithafocusonlocalartandculture,featuringa hipbar,achicrestaurant,andabeautifullycozylibrarylounge.

SonderBatteryPark-Thisluxuryapartment-stylehotelfeatures moderndecor,floor-to-ceilingwindows,andstunningviewsofthe HudsonRiverandStatueofLiberty.

TheWalkerHotelGreenwichVillage-Aluxuriousboutiquehotel withelegantArtDecointeriorsandaprimelocationinoneofNew YorkCity'smostcharmingneighborhoods.

TheWallStreetHotel-Withanideallocationjuststepsawayfrom theNewYorkStockExchange,TheWallStreetHotelfeaturessleek rooms,a24-hourfitnesscenter,andarooftoplounge.

TheWallStreetInn-Aboutiquehotelthatoffersacharmingand cozyatmosphere,thehotelfeaturesalibrary,agardencourtyard, elegantroomswithplushbedding,andfreeWi-Fi.

WashingtonbyLuxUrban-Thisluxuryboutiquehoteloffersa personalizedservicethatistailoredtomeettheuniqueneedsofeach guest,fromcustom-designedguestroomstohigh-endamenities.

WorldCenterHotel-Locatedintheheartofdowntown,World CenterHoteloffersbreathtakingviews.

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Midtown

TheAlizHotelTimesSquare-Boastsaprimelocationinthe TheaterDistrict,stunningskylineviews,andcontemporaryrooms.

TheBryantParkHotel-Aluxuriousboutiquehotellocatedright nexttothebeautifulBryantPark,boastingstunningviewsand exceptionalamenities.

TheCachetBoutiqueNYC-Acozyandintimatehotelfeaturinga rooftopbarandchicdecor,perfectforthoseseekingastylishstayin thecity.

TheCarltonHotel-Ahistoriclandmarkhoteldatingbackto1904, offeringelegantaccommodationsandtop-notchservice.

ChelseaPinesInn-Offersauniqueandwelcomingatmosphere,with eachroomindividuallydecoratedtoreflectadifferentthemerelated toNewYorkCity.

ChelseaSavoyHotel-Offerscomfortableandaffordable accommodationsintheheartofChelsea,theroomsfeaturesimple decorandmodernamenitieslikeflat-screenTVsandfreeWi-Fi.

citizenMNewYorkTimesSquareHotel-Offersaffordableyet stylishaccommodationsthatarerightintheheartofTimesSquare; itboastsinnovativedesignfeatures,a24-hourcanteen,andarooftop bar.

ConcordeHotel-Offersluxuriousaccommodations,personalized service,andamenitiessuchasanon-sitefitnesscenterandrooftop terracewithstunningcityviews.

EquinoxHotelNewYork-Designedwithwellnessinmind, featuringa60,000-square-footfitnesscenterwithawiderangeof classesandwellnessprograms,theroomsarespaciousandmodern, withfloor-to-ceilingwindowsthatofferbreathtakingviewsofthe city.

TheFitzpatrickGrandCentral-AnIrish-ownedhotelwithawarm andwelcomingatmosphere,convenientlysituatedintheheartof Midtown.

TheGrandHyattNewYork-Astunninghotelfeaturing exceptionaldiningoptionsandaprimelocationadjacenttoGrand CentralTerminal.

Hotel48lex-Aluxuryboutiquehotellocatedintheheartof Manhattan,boastingspaciousrooms,high-endamenities,and personalizedservicestocatertoeachguest'sneeds.

TheHotelChelsea-Knownasoneofthemosticoniclandmarksin thecity,theHotelChelseaisahistoricboutiquehotelthatdatesback to1884;theroomsareindividuallydecoratedwithoriginalartwork andvintagefurnishings.

HotelRiuPlazaNewYorkTimesSquare-Offersmodern,spacious roomsthatareperfectforfamiliesorlargergroups,guestscanenjoy accesstoarestaurant,rooftopbar,andstate-of-the-artfitnesscenter.

TheInterContinentalNewYorkBarclay-Asophisticatedand upscalehotelwithafocusonsustainability,offeringbeautifully appointedroomsandunparalleledservice.

TheInterContinentalNewYorkTimesSquare-Isdesignedwitha focusonsophisticationandluxury,itoffersmagnificentviewsofthe city,elegantdiningoptions,andpremiumfacilitiesincludinga24hourfitnesscenter.

TheKimptonHotelEventi-Aprimelocationintheheartof ChelseajuststepsawayfrompopularattractionslikeMadison SquareGardenandtheEmpireStateBuilding,theroomsare spaciousandstylish,featuringhigh-endamenitieslikeItalianFrette linensandmarblebathrooms.

KimptonThetaNewYork-TimesSquare-ThisTimesSquare hotelofferscomfortableroomswithhigh-qualityamenities,ahosted socialhour,andbikestocruisearoundthecity.

TheKitanoHotelNewYork-Atranquilandserenehotelknown foritsJapanese-inspireddesignandexceptionalattentiontodetail.

TheLexingtonNewYorkCity-Ahistorichotelthatseamlessly blendsclassicelegancewithmodernconvenience,offeringahostof amenitiesandprimelocationnearGrandCentral.

TheLotteNewYorkPalace-Aluxuriousandiconichotelfeaturing elegantdecor,world-classdining,andbreathtakingviewsofthecity.

TheLowell-Asophisticatedandeleganthotelboastingaprime locationneartopattractionsandworld-classdining,offering exceptionalserviceandamenities.

TheManhattanatTimesSquareHotel-Acomfortableand affordablehotelsituatedjuststepsawayfromTimesSquareand othertopattractions.

MargaritavilleResortTimesSquare-Transportsvisitorstoa tropicalparadiseinthemiddleofthebustlingcity,guestscanenjoy theisland-inspireddecorandrooftoppool,andafrozenconcoction bar.

TheMaritimeHotel-Housedinaformermaritimebuilding,The MaritimeHotelboastsnautical-inspireddecorandaprimelocation intheheartofChelsea;theroomsarespaciousandstylish,withhigh ceilingsandlargewindowsthatofferstunningcityviews.

TheMichelangeloHotel-Anopulentandrefinedhotelinspiredby ItalianRenaissancearchitectureandart,offeringspaciousroomsand exceptionalservice.

TheMillenniumHiltonNewYorkOneUNPlaza-Asophisticated andchichotellocatedinaniconicskyscraper,offeringbreathtaking viewsofthecityandtop-notchamenities.

TheMoore-AnideallocationintheheartofChelseajuststepsaway frompopularattractionsliketheHighLineandChelseaMarket,the roomsarespaciousandmodern,featuringhigh-endamenitieslike rainfallshowersand400-threadcountbedding.

MottobyHiltonNewYorkCityTimesSquare-Designedwiththe millennialtravelerinmind,itoffersaffordable,compactroomsthat areequippedwithmoderntechnology,andvisitorswillhaveeasy accesstotheexcitementofTimesSquare.

MoxyNYCTimesSquare-Perfectforthoselookingforalivelyand energeticatmosphere,MoxyNYCoffersafunenvironmentfor socializing,completewithanarcade,arooftopbar,andaspacefor liveperformances.

NewYorkMarriottMarquis-LocatedrightintheheartofTimes Square,offeringbreathtakingviewsofthecity.Visitorscanenjoy vibrantdiningoptions,Broadwayshows,andaccesstosomeofthe mostfamousattractionsinthearea.

TheNewYorker,AWyndhamHotel-AniconicArtDecohotel witharichhistory,offeringcomfortableaccommodationsand countlessamenities.

TheParkHyattNewYork-Aluxuriousandmodernhotellocated inaprimelocationnearCentralPark,boastingstunningviewsand impeccableservice.

ThePod51Hotel-Abudget-friendlyhotelwithauniquedesignand socialatmosphere,perfectfortravelersseekingafunexperience.

TheRefineryHotel-Achicandstylishhotellocatedintheheartof theFashionDistrict,offeringtop-notchamenitiesandservice.

TheRenaissanceNewYorkMidtownHotel-Asleekandmodern hotelboastingstunningviewsofthecity,locatedintheheartof Midtownneartopattractions.

TheRogerSmithHotel-Acharmingandquainthotelfeaturing uniquelydecoratedroomsandafocusonartandculture,locatedina primelocationnearGrandCentral.

TheRooseveltHotel-Ahistoricandiconichotellocatedintheheart ofMidtown,boastingaluxuriousandelegantatmospherewithtopnotchservice.

TheRoyaltonParkAvenue-Asleekandmodernhotelfeaturinga rooftopbarandstunningviewsofthecity,locatedinthetrendy NoMadneighborhood.

SelinaChelsea,NewYorkCity-Offersauniquehostel-meets-hotel atmosphere,withbothprivateandsharedaccommodations available;theroomsfeaturebrightandcolorfuldecorwithafocuson localartandculture.

TheShelburneHotel&SuitesbyAffinia-Achicandstylishhotel featuringspaciousroomsandaprimelocationneartopattractions, offeringexceptionalserviceandamenities.

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TheSt.RegisNewYork-Aniconicandluxurioushotelboasting stunningdecorandservice,locatedinaprimelocationnearFifth AvenueandCentralPark.

TheStandard,HighLine-SituatedontheHighLine,a1.45-milelongelevatedparkbuiltonaformerrailwaythatrunsthroughthe heartofChelsea,theroomsarespaciousandmodernandfeature floor-to-ceilingwindowswithstunningviewsofthecity.

TheTimesSquareEDITION-Asophisticatedanduniquehotel thatoffersarangeofpremiumfeaturesandamenities,itfeatures spectacularcityviews,arooftopbar,agourmetrestaurant,andan exclusivenightclub.

TheWNewYork-TimesSquare-Aniconicluxuryhotelthatoffers high-endamenities,anelegantdesign,andexceptionalservices,itis idealforthosewhoappreciatesophisticationandexclusivity.

TheWNewYork-UnionSquare-Atrendyandhiphotellocated intheheartofUnionSquare,boastingauniquedesignand exceptionalamenities.

Uptown

TheCarlyle,ARosewoodHotel Aluxuriousandiconichotelon theUpperEastSide,knownforhostingcelebritiesandhigh-profile guests.

CourtyardbyMarriottNewYorkManhattan/UpperEastSide-A modernandaffordablehotelinaprimelocationontheUpperEast Side,perfectforthoselookingforabudget-friendlyoption.

HotelBeacon-AcharmingArtDeco-stylehotelwithspacious roomsandsuites,locatednearCentralParkandLincolnCenter.

HotelDesArtistes-Ahistoriclandmarkbuildingandformerartists' cooperative,offeringuniqueandeclecticaccommodationsinthe heartoftheUpperWestSide.

JWMarriottEssexHouseNewYork-Anelegantandclassichotel withstunningviewsofCentralParkandthecityskyline,offeringa rangeofhigh-endamenitiesandservices.

TheGardensSonestaESSuitesNewYork-Aquietand comfortableextended-stayhotelwithfully-equippedsuites,located inapeacefulresidentialneighborhoodontheUpperEastSide.

TheLowellHotel-Asophisticatedandintimateboutiquehotelwith atimelessfeel,situatedonaquietstreetontheUpperEastSide.

LoewsRegencyNewYork-Asleekandmodernhotelwithaprime ParkAvenuelocation,offeringarangeofamenitiessuchasaspa, fitnesscenter,andupscalediningoptions.

MandarinOriental,NewYork-Aluxuriousandiconichotelwith breathtakingviewsofCentralParkandtheManhattanskyline, surpassingexpectationswithitsworld-classserviceandamenities.

TheMarkHotel-Achicandtrendyhotelwithanenviablelocation ontheUpperEastSide,offeringstylishaccommodations,high-end dining,andanarrayofamenities.

ThePierre,aTajHotel-Agrandandhistorichotelwithaniconic locationonFifthAvenue,offeringopulentaccommodations,fine dining,andpersonalbutlerservice.

TheRitz-CarltonNewYork,CentralPark-Aluxurioushotelwith anunbeatablelocationoverlookingCentralPark,offering exceptionalserviceandamenitiessuchasaForbesFive-Starspaand finediningrestaurant.

TheSherry-Netherland-AlandmarkBeauxArts-stylehotelwith timelesseleganceandaprimelocationonFifthAvenue,offering spaciousandluxuriousaccommodations.

TheSurrey-Asophisticatedandeleganthotelwithaprimelocation ontheUpperEastSide,knownforitsArtDeco-styledesignand impeccableservice.

TheWallace-Acozyboutiquehotelwithauniqueandeclecticvibe, locatedinHell'sKitchenandclosetotheTheaterDistrict.

vocotheFranklinNewYork,anIHGHotel-Acharmingand historichotellocatedinaformerprintinghouse,knownforits uniquecharacterandeclecticdesign.

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Brooklyn&Queens

1HotelBrooklynBridge-Thiseco-friendlyhotelboastsstunning waterfrontviewsandchic,minimalistrooms.

AloftNewYorkBrooklyn-LocatedinDowntownBrooklyn,this contemporaryhotelfeaturesarooftoploungewithsweepingskyline views.

ArloWilliamsburg-Atrendyhotelwithminimalistdecor, communalspaces,andarooftopbarthatoffersstunningviewsofthe Manhattanskyline.

TheBoxHouseHotel-Setinaconvertedfactorybuilding,thishotel offersspaciousapartment-styleroomswithindustrial-chicdecor.

TheBrooklynHotel-JuststepsfromtheBarclaysCenter,this modernhoteloffersstylishroomswithhipdecorandcityviews.

CodaWilliamsburg-Aboutiquehotelthatprovidesauniqueand modernexperiencewithitsstylishlydesignedrooms,rooftoppool, andpanoramicviewsoftheBrooklynandManhattanskylines

TheCondorHotel-Setinarestoredindustrialbuildingin Williamsburg,thisboutiquehotelfeatureschic,contemporary rooms.

FranklinGuesthouse-Achicandsophisticatedhotelfeaturingloftstyleaccommodations,floor-to-ceilingwindows,andarooftopdeck thatprovidestheperfectspottoenjoyacocktailasyousoakinthe city'sskyline.

TheHenryNormanHotel-ThistrendyhotelinGreenpoint featuresloft-styleroomswitheclecticdecorandexposedbrickwalls.

HotelIndigoWilliamsburg-Brooklyn,anIHGHotel-Offers contemporaryroomsandsuiteswithchicdecor,modernamenities, andstunningcityviews,aswellasarooftopbar,anon-site restaurant,andanindoorpool.

TheHotelLeBleu-SetinaconvertedindustrialbuildinginPark Slope,thismodernhotelofferspanoramicviewsofthecityskyline.

TheHotelIndigoBrooklyn,anIHGHotel-Thischichotelin featurescontemporaryroomswithlocalartwork.

TheHoxtonWilliamsburg-Thisbuzzyhotelintheheartof WilliamsburgfeaturesstylishlyappointedroomswithBrooklyninspireddecor.

TheLibertyInn&Suites-Abudget-friendlyhotelthatoffers comfortableaccommodationsandmodernamenities,includingfree Wi-Fiandcomplimentarybreakfast.

TheLouvreHotelNYC-Aboutiquehotelwithachicand sophisticatedvibe,boastingupscaleroomswithplushbedding,flatscreenTVs,andin-roomNespressomachines.

MoxyBrooklynWilliamsburg-Ahipandenergetichotelproviding aneclecticmixofstylishart,music,anddesignthroughoutitsguest rooms,communalspaces,androoftopbar,withvariousactivities andentertainmentoptionsthatcatertothetrendycrowd.

NewYorkMarriottattheBrooklynBridge-Thissleekhoteloffers easyaccesstotheBrooklynBridgeanddowntownManhattan.

NuHotel-ThisstylishhotelinDowntownBrooklynfeaturesecofriendlyroomswithuniqueartworkandbolddecor.

TheParcHotel-Asleekandstylishpropertythatfeaturesluxurious rooms,afitnesscenter,andanon-siterestaurantserving Mediterranean-inspiredcuisine.

ThePodBrooklyn-Thisbudget-friendlyhotelinWilliamsburg offerscompact,urban-chicroomsperfectforsolotravelers.

TheRedLionInnandSuitesBrooklyn-LocatedminutesfromJFK Airport,thisvaluehotelfeaturesspaciousroomsanda complimentarybreakfast.

TheTillaryHotel-ThishiphotelinDowntownBrooklynfeatures contemporaryroomswithcityviewsandaccesstoBrooklynBridge.

WytheHotel-Housedinaformerfactorybuilding,thisBrooklyn landmarkfeaturesindustrial-chicroomsandarooftopbarwith panoramicviews.

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HOTELS TO WATCH

TEN GREAT LUXURY HOTELS

New York City is the ultimate destination for luxury travelers, offering some of the most exquisite hotels in the world. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, these luxe accommodations promise unparalleled comfort, style, and worldclass service. Here’s a look at ten of the most luxurious hotels in NYC, each with its unique charm.

1. The Plaza Hotel

A true icon of luxury, The Plaza Hotel has been a symbol of opulence since 1907. Situated at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Central Park, this historic landmark boasts timeless elegance, offering guests lavish rooms and suites, a world-renowned after-noon tea experience, and top-notch amenities.

2. The St. Regis New York

Located in Midtown Manhattan, The St. Regis New York is renowned for its perso-nalized service and sumptuous interiors. The hotel features sophisticated rooms adorned with crystal chandeliers and silk-draped windows, along with the impecc-able Butler Service exclusive to St. Regis hotels.

3. Four Seasons Hotel New York

Nicknamed the “tallest luxury hotel in the city,” the Four Seasons impresses with its sleek Art Deco-inspired design and panoramic views of Manhattan. Settled between Park Ave. and Madison Ave., this sanctuary provides spacious suites, Michelin-star dining, and a serene spa designed to rejuvenate.

4. Mandarin Oriental, New York

Perched in the Time Warner Center, the Mandarin Oriental combines Asian-inspired serenity with urban sophistication. Floorto-ceiling windows in its suites offer stunning views of Central Park and the Hudson River. The hotel is also home to an awardwinning spa and the upscale MO Lounge.

5. The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

For those looking to wake up to breathtaking views of Central Park, The Ritz-Carlton is an exceptional choice. Its plush interiors channel classic sophistication. Guests can enjoy a tranquil escape with personalized spa treatments and world-class dining.

6. The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

Known as “The White House of New York,” The Carlyle is steeped in history and charm. Its Art Deco design, refined service, and legendary Bemelmans Bar make it the go-to spot for celebrities and dignitaries. Located on the Upper East Side, guests enjoy easy access to attractions and shopping.

7. Park Hyatt New York

The Park Hyatt New York combines modern luxury with cultural vibrancy. Nestled near Central Park, this 5-star hotel boasts contemporary, chic rooms

and the largest indoor pool in the entire city.

8. The Langham

Ideally located on Fifth Avenue, The Langham exudes understated elegance with spacious, sleek rooms and toptier service. Its Michelinstarred restaurant, Ai Fiori, offers an unforgettable dining experience, while the serene Chuan Body + Soul Spa provides the perfect retreat.

9. Baccarat Hotel and Residences

The Baccarat Hotel is the embodiment of French refinement in the heart of NYC. From its stunning crystal chandeliers to The Grand Salon’s Afternoon Tea and the La Mer Spa, every inch is a design masterpiece.

10. The Peninsula New York

This Fifth Avenue gem blends old-world charm with modern luxury. The Peninsula boasts elegant rooms, a rooftop bar with spectacular skyline views, and a threestory fitness center with a glass-enclosed pool. It’s a favorite among visitors seeking both relaxation and excitement.

HOTELS TO WATCH

TEN GREAT BOUTIQUE HOTELS

New York City is renowned for its diverse accommodations, from grand luxury hotels to intimate boutique experiences. For travelers seeking unique design, personalized service, and a creative ambiance, boutique hotels are a perfect choice. Here’s a list of ten boutique hotels that promise a memorable stay.

1. CIVILIAN Hotel

Located by Manhattan's Theater District, the CIVILIAN Hotel is a stylish homage to the arts. The hotel boasts an eclectic design by architect David Rockwell, featuring curated artwork and vintage theater memorabilia. Guests can enjoy comfortable rooms, a rooftop bar with stunning city views, and close proximity to Broadway and Times Square.

2. Concorde Hotel

Nestled in Midtown East, the Concorde Hotel offers a serene retreat amidst the city's hustle and bustle. The minimalist design and spacious rooms make it a great choice for travelers seeking modern elegance. Its central location provides easy access to landmarks like St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Museum of Modern Art, while the nearby subway station ensures seamless connectivity.

3. Staypineapple, An Artful Hotel

Staypineapple offers a vibrant and whimsical atmosphere perfect for families. Located in Midtown, this boutique hotel features cozy, colorful rooms with thoughtful touches like plush bedding and snacks. Visitors can easily explore many nearby attractions.

4. The Maritime Hotel

With its nautical-inspired design, The Maritime Hotel in Chelsea offers a distinctive vibe. Housed in a former office building for the National Maritime Union, its porthole-style windows and decor reflect its maritime heritage. Find yourself steps away from the High Line, Chelsea Market, and the thriving art galleries.

5. The Ludlow Hotel

Located on the Lower East Side, The Ludlow Hotel offers an edgy yet sophisticated ambiance. Its industrial-chic rooms feature warm tones, artistic touches, and incredible views of the Manhattan skyline. Guests can relax at the hotel's vibrant restaurant, Dirty French, or explore the areas.

6. Arlo NoMad

Perfect for travelers seeking a modern, budget-friendly boutique experience, Arlo NoMad offers smartly designed micro-rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. The rooftop bar, A.R.T. NoMad, provides incredible views of the Empire State Building. Its central location makes it easy to explore popular spots like Koreatown and Herald Square.

7. The Bowery Hotel

Considered a New York classic, The Bowery Hotel is a favorite among celebrities and creatives. Located in the vibrant Bowery area bordering Greenwich Village

and the East Village, this hotel exudes old-world charm with plush furnishings and vintage decor. The inviting lobby bar and elegant restaurant make it a destination for guests and locals.

8. Greenwich Hotel

Owned by actor Robert De Niro, the Greenwich Hotel offers unparalleled charm in Tribeca. The rooms are decorated with luxurious global influences. The on-site Shibui Spa and Locanda Verde restaurant enhance the guest experience.

9. 11 Howard

With its Scandinavian design aesthetics, 11 Howard in SoHo offers a minimalist yet luxurious stay. The hotel emphasizes mindfulness and community, partnering with local businesses to provide exclusive amenities like the Library Bar and chic rooftop.

10. Made Hotel

Made Hotel stands out with its modern bohemian vibe. Rooms feature customdesigned furniture, handmade ceramics, and curated artwork. The hotel’s open-air rooftop bar, Good Behavior, offers tropical-inspired cocktails with panoramic views.

HOTELS TO WATCH

TEN FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOTELS

Planning a family trip to the bustling streets of New York City?

Finding the perfect place to stay is key to ensuring an unforgettable experience for everyone. From entertaining amenities for kids to stress-free services for parents, these ten family-friendly hotels offer all you need for a seamless stay.

1.Residence Inn by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square

Located near Times Square, this hotel offers family-friendly suites equipped with kitchenettes for easy meal prep. Complimentary breakfast adds convenience, and its location near Broadway theaters makes it ideal for family outings to musicals and shows.

2.The Beacon Hotel

Nestled in the Upper West Side, The Beacon Hotel provides families with apartment-style accommodations, including full kitchens. Its proximity to attractions like Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History, and playgrounds makes exploring with kids a breeze.

3.Loews Regency New York

Famed for its “Loews Loves Families” program, this hotel features kidfriendly perks such as welcome gifts and special menus. Parents will appreciate its babysitting services while enjoying the luxury accommodations. Its location at the Southeast corner of Central Park makes it an ideal locale near museums, attractions, and shows.

4.The Westin New York Times Square

This centrally located hotel makes family adventures easy, with spacious rooms and kid-friendly amenities. It’s just a short stroll to Times Square attractions and offers “RunWESTIN” programs for active families seeking to explore the city on foot.

5.Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown

The Four Seasons in Downtown Manhattan boasts family-sized accommodations, an indoor pool, and a warm, welcoming staff ready to cater to young guests. Its location allows convenient access to kid-friendly attractions like the Statue of Liberty and One World Observatory.

6.Hyatt Herald Square

Located in the heart of Manhattan, the Hyatt Herald Square offers modern accommodations with a familyfriendly touch. Its rooftop terrace provides stunning city views, while its central location makes it easy to explore nearby landmarks such as the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden.

7.Hilton Garden Inn Central Park South

With affordable room rates in a convenient location near Central Park, this hotel offers simple comfort for families. It’s within walking distance of zoos, play-

grounds, and Broadway, plus it features an on-site restaurant with kid-friendly dining options.

8.New York Marriott Marquis

The hotel combines convenience and entertainment with its prime location near Times Square and the theater District. Its spacious rooms accommodate families, and its Broadway Lounge offers stunning views of the skyline.

9.Eventi Hotel, a Kimpton Hotel

Eventi’s kid-friendly amenities include coloring books at check-in, board games in the lobby, and complimentary bikes to explore nearby attractions like Bryant Park. Its rooftop lounge offers breathtaking views of the city.

10.Residence Inn by Marriott New York

Manhattan/Central Park

Offering suites with fully equipped kitchenettes, the Residence Inn is ideal for families looking for a comfortable home-awayfrom-home experience. Located near Central Park, the hotel provides easy access to kid-friendly attraction.

HOTELS TO WATCH

TEN GREAT BUDGET HOTELS

Traveling to New York City doesn’t have to break the bank. For those looking to experience the city on a budget, there are numerous affordable accommodations that blend comfort, convenience, and character. Here are ten great options for budget stays in NYC.

1. Freehand New York

Located in the Flatiron District, Freehand New York is a stylish and affordable option that offers a mix of private and shared rooms. The hotel features eclectic decor, cozy common areas, and a rooftop bar with stunning views of the city. Its central location makes it an excellent home base for exploring Manhattan.

2. Pod Times Square

Pod Times Square specializes in compact, modern rooms at walletfriendly prices. Perfect for solo travelers or couples, this hotel sits just steps from the theaters of Broadway and the excitement of Times Square. The on-site restaurant and bar provide additional convenience for guests.

3. The Local NYC

Situated in Long Island City, The Local NYC is a stylish hostel that caters to budget-conscious travelers while maintaining a social and friendly atmosphere. Amenities include a rooftop deck with incredible skyline views, a café/bar, and regular events to help guests connect, mingle, and make new friends.

4. Nap York Sleep StationCentral Park 24/7

A unique option for those seeking rest and relaxation, Nap York Sleep Station provides pod-like spaces for short or long stays. Its minimalist design and focus on tranquility, including soundproofed napping pods, make it a perfect choice for travelers in need of a quiet retreat by Central Park.

5. Jazz on Columbus Circle Hostel

This budget-friendly hostel in a prime Manhattan location offers dormitory-style accommodations and private rooms. Just minutes away from Columbus Circle and Central Park, Jazz Hostel is ideal for backpackers eager to explore NYC’s top attractions.

6. Hotel Stanford

Hotel Stanford in New York City is a charming boutique hotel located in the heart of Manhattan. Its prime location offers convenient access to iconic landmarks. Known for its cozy accommodations and attentive service, the hotel provides a perfect blend of comfort and value for travelers seeking to explore the city.

7. Pod Brooklyn

Offering a similar concept to Pod Times Square, Pod Brooklyn in Williamsburg combines affordable lodging with a chic, urban vibe. The hotel features compact rooms with smart layouts and access to

interconnected courtyards for relaxation. Its location in Brooklyn makes it ideal for those wanting to explore the borough’s artsy charm.

8. The Jane Hotel

Located in the West Village, The Jane Hotel is a budgetfriendly option with a quirky, vintage charm. Originally built in 1908, the hotel boasts cabin-style rooms inspired by historic ship quarters, offering a unique yet affordable stay. Its prime location near the Hudson River and easy access to popular NYC attractions make it a great choice.

9. LIC Hotel

Another excellent choice in Long Island City, LIC Hotel offers budget-friendly rooms with modern amenities and a rooftop terrace featuring skyline views. It’s a short subway ride away from Manhattan, combining convenience with affordability.

10. Moxy NYC Downtown

Moxy NYC Downtown provides stylish accommodations with a youthful feel. With its co-working spaces, playful decor, and Brooklyn Bridge proximity, Moxy is perfect for travelers looking for a modern, urban experience without a hefty price.