What to do in New York – 5 or 6 days itinerary

 

Last updated: 03/20/2020

We've visited New York at least 5 times (the first time we stayed 10 days in a row) and whenever we come back, there's a lot of interesting things to see in the city. For this reason, writing about what to do in New York is not an easy task, as the city has an infinity of attractions and new things are always emerging, the city is changing and expanding the range of entertainment possibilities. In this post you will find many tips about the city, accompanied by an interactive map to help with the location! At the end of the post, a super savings tip! Shall we explore the “city that never sleeps”?

NEW YORK CITY

Founded in 1624 by Dutch settlers as a trading post, New York was named “New Amsterdam” in 1626. From 1664, the city and its surroundings came under the control of the British Empire. From 1785 to 1790, New York served as the capital of the United States and since 1790 it has been the largest American city.

Currently, New York City is by far the most populous in the United States (8.5 million inhabitants; 20 million in the metropolitan area). Los Angeles, in California, which is the second largest American city, has less than half the population of New York. The city is located in the state of the same name, but it is not its capital (small Albany, with just over 100,000 inhabitants, is the capital of the state of New York). The grandeur of New York City is not only in the number of inhabitants. The city, which is a global powerhouse, is fast-paced and has a significant impact on commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education and entertainment.

CURIOSITIES ABOUT NEW YORK

• Situated in one of the largest natural harbors in the world, New York City is made up of 5 districts: Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx and Staten Island. These districts were consolidated into a single city in 1898.
• You 5.5 million inhabitants city are distributed as follows:
  • Brooklyn: 2.6 million
  • Queens: 2.3 million
  • Manhattan: 1.65 million
  • The Bronx: 1.45 million
  • State Island: 475 thousand

• O most important district and where the main attractions are concentrated is Manhattan.
• And the third most populous city in the Americas, behind São Paulo (12 million) and Mexico City (8.8 million).
• The city and its metropolitan area constitute the main gateway for legal immigration to the United States, and about 800 languages are spoken in New York, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.
• the city is United Nations headquarters (UN), being considered an important center for international diplomacy.
• It is considered world financial capital, being home to the two largest stock exchanges in the world: the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ.
• In 2015 alone, the city received around 60 million visitors.
• It is considered the most photographed city in the world.
• O subway and train network in New York is one of the largest in the world, with 469 stations.
• There are more than 120 universities and higher education institutions in the city.
• New York is served by 3 airports (John F. Kennedy, Newark Liberty and La Guardia).

Read more: 15 facts about New York

HOW TO GET AROUND NEW YORK

The best way to get around New York is by subway and on foot. Manhattan is very easy to get around because the streets and avenues are numbered in sequence. As the subway lines are many and with many stations, this makes moving around New York much easier. One tip is to buy the MetroCard, a transport card to be used on the subway that can be purchased for 7 days at the cost of US$ 31 and use it at will or you can load as much as you want when you need it. Although the New York subway is very efficient, don't be alarmed as, in general, the stations are old and ugly. We've already seen rats walking around the platform (seriously!).

A tip to keep the subway map in hand is to download applications on your cell phone such as citymapper, for example, which helps a lot to know which station is closest to the place you want to visit.

WHAT TO DO IN NEW YORK

New York is a huge city, full of interesting places and entertainment options. Stay at least 5 days in the city to enjoy the walks with tranquility, enjoy the local gastronomy, cultural and musical events, concerts and, who knows, even watch a match of your favorite sport. Let it sixth day for shopping, touring less touristy museums or lesser-known attractions. Our smart little map shows you the main attractions, museum and sporting event locations. Everything on this map is separated by color to make it easier to plot a route with the days you have available.

SCRIPT SUGGESTION:

• DAY 1: TIMES SQUARE & SURROUNDINGS
• DAY 2: CHELSEA & SURROUNDINGS
• DAY 3: WALL STREET & DOWNTOWN
• DAY 4: CENTRAL PARK & UPTOWN
• DAY 5: OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS
• DAY 6: FREE (See less touristy attractions, spend a day in Brooklyn, go to sporting events, special exhibitions, etc.)

DAY 1: TIMES SQUARE & SURROUNDINGS

1. Times Square

Are you going to New York for the first time? Start in the heart of the city: Times Square! Just be willing to join the thousands of tourists that fill the streets around Times Square! Times Square is a large commercial intersection where shops, restaurants and theaters that present Broadway shows are concentrated. The place is one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world and is sometimes called the “Heart of the World”, concentrating several billboards, illuminated signs and giant high definition screens. An estimated 50 million people pass through the site every year.

• Address: Intersection of 7th Avenue and Broadway (between W46th and W47th Streets)

2. Bryant Park

Bryant Park is a 38,860 m public park² of extension. It is located entirely above an underground structure that houses the New York Public Library facilities, which were built in the 1980s when the park was closed to the public and excavated. The new library facilities were built below ground level, while the park was restored above it.

• Address: Intersection of 5th Ave and 6th Ave (between 40th and 42nd streets)
• Schedules:
  • January to February; April; October to December: from 7 am to 10 pm
  • March: opens at 7 am (closing time varies)
  • May: from 7 am to 11 pm
  • June to September: Monday to Friday from 7 am to midnight / Saturday and Sunday from 7 am to 11 pm

3. New York Public Library

Opened in 1895, from a merger of popular libraries and social libraries of bibliophiles and the city's wealthy, the New York Public Library (NYPL) is a system of public libraries. With about 53 million items, the New York Public Library is the second largest public library in the United States (behind the Library of Congress in Washington DC), and the fourth largest in the world. It is an independently managed, not-for-profit company operating with both private and public funding. The library has branches in Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island, and affiliations with academic and professional libraries in the New York State metropolitan area.

• Address: At the intersection of 5th Ave and 42nd St, New York, NY 10018
• Schedules: Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 am to 8 pm / Monday, Thursday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm / Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm

4. Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal is a 44-platform rail terminal, considered the largest on the planet. With a vast interior main concourse, the terminal is one of the most visited tourist spots in the world, with 20 million visitors every year.

• Address: 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017

5. Chrysler Building

The Chrysler Building is a 319-meter tall skyscraper with a silver top that was the headquarters of the automotive company Chrysler Corporation from the 1930s until the mid-1950s. In 2008, it was announced that the Abu Dhabi Investment Council is now the 90% owner of the building.

• Address: 405 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10174

6. UN Headquarters

The United Nations (UN) headquarters office is located in New York in a complex built in 1952. Although located in New York, the land occupied by the United Nations Headquarters and the spaces of the buildings are exclusively under the administration of the United Nations. and not the US government. They are technically extraterritorial through a treaty with the US government. There are guided tours of the offices that last about 1 hour and are done exclusively during weekdays. You must arrive 1 hour in advance to go through security procedures.

• Address: 405 E 42nd Street (46th St & 1st Ave), New York, NY 10017, USA
• Schedules: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4:45 pm
• Tours: Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 4:45 pm every 15 minutes / most tours are in English, but there are other languages, including Portuguese on some days / maximum 20 people per tour
• Entrance: US$ 20 adults / US$ seniors and students / US$ 11 children / a service charge of US$ 2 is charged for each ticket in addition to the entrance price / buy tickets in advance on the official website through from this link

Read more: How to take a guided tour of the UN Headquarters in New York

7. St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick's Cathedral is a parish church, seat of the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of New York. Located in front of Rockefeller Center, it has a Gothic style, has 100 meters and is decorated with beautiful colored stained glass windows.

• Address: 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
• Schedules: daily from 7 am to 8:30 pm

8. Rockefeller Center

This is one of the most traditional buildings in New York, declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987. Commissioned by the Rockefeller family, the building was built between the years 1930 and 1939. Rockefeller Center is a complex of 19 commercial buildings. The highlights of the complex are:

• Lower Plaza: It is a famous square where a large ice skating rink is set up during the winter and a beautiful Christmas tree.
• Flags: Around the square are around 200 flags of United Nations member countries, US states and territories, or decorative and seasonal motifs.
• The “Atlas”: It is a bronze statue that represents the titan Atlas holding the celestial vault, according to legend.
• Source of Prometheus: One of the Rockefeller symbols is a fountain with a golden statue on top that represents the Greek legend Prometheus bringing fire to humanity.
• 30 Rockefeller Center: The complex's main building is a 70-story skyscraper, home to the NBC television network and houses most of New York's TV studios.

Read more: NYC: NBC Studio Tour at Rockefeller Center

9. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

It is an observatory at the top of the tallest tower in the complex. The advantage of visiting the place is being able to take pictures of New York from above, seeing the famous Empire State Building. We like to visit Top of the Rock more than the Empire State, because the Rockefeller Observatory first, because the view of Central Park is amazing, and second, because it is all protected in transparent glass, making the photos taken from there stay very good!

• Address: 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111
• Schedules: daily from 8 am to midnight
• Entrance: US$ 38 adults / US$ 32 children between 6 and 12 years / US$ 36 seniors
• Buy tickets online: access this link to buy and avoid queues

Read more: New York: Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

10. Radio City Music Hall

Radio City Music Hall is an entertainment venue, where musical concerts are performed, located in Rockefeller Center and, for a few years, was the main tourist destination in the city. Guided tours are available around the building.

• Address: 1260 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10020
• Schedules: from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
• Tours: US$ 26.95 (online: US$ 19.95 – visit this link)

11. LOVE Sculpture

The LOVE sculpture is an iconic image developed by American artist Robert Indiana that consists of the letters LO over the letters VE. The material is from Indiana's LOVE Project and has been reproduced in a variety of formats at exhibitions around the world.

• Address: Intersection of W 55th St and Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019
• Schedules: 24 hours a day

DAY 2: CHELSEA & SURROUNDINGS

12. Empire State Building

The Empire State Building is an iconic building and one of the city's main postcards. For 40 years (between 1930 and 1970), it was the tallest building on the planet. Currently, more than more than a thousand companies are housed in the building. It is open to the public and has two observatories that provide a 360º view of New York.

• Address: 350 5th Ave, New York, NY 10118 (corner of W 34th Street)
• Schedules: daily from 8 am to 2 am (last elevator goes up 1:15 am)
• Entrance: buy tickets in advance online in this link
  • Visitation only to the 86th deck: US$ 32 adults / US$ 29 seniors / US$ 26 between 6 and 12 years old
  • Visitation only to the deck of the 86th without queue: US$ 65 for everyone over 6 years old
  • Main Deck (86th Floor) + Top Deck (102nd Floor): US$ 52 adults / US$ 49 seniors / US$ 46 ages 6 to 12
  • Main Deck (86th Floor) + Top Deck (102nd Floor) Skip the Line: US$ 85 for everyone over 6 years old

Read more: New York: How to Visit the Empire State Building

13. The High Line

The High Line, also known as The High Line Park, is a 2.33 km long linear park built on an elevated and disused section of the New York Central Railroad called the West Side Line. In addition to being a park, the place is also used as a place for culture, with art exhibitions.

• Address: extends from W 34th St. to Gansevoort St., mainly between 10th and 11th Avenues
• Schedules:
  • December to March: 7 am to 7 pm
  • April to May / October to November: from 7 am to 10 pm
  • June to September: 7 am to 11 pm

Read more: High Line: New York's Hanging Park

14. Chelsea Market

Chelsea Market is a food court, shopping mall and office building located in the neighborhood of Chelsea. It was built in the former National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) factory complex where the Oreo cookie was invented and produced. Chelsea Market's managers have fostered a symbiotic relationship between its tenants and the vendors who supply the restaurants with fresh ingredients such as seafood, vegetables, fruits and meats.

• Address: 75 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011
• Schedules: Monday to Saturday from 7 am to 9 pm / Sunday from 8 am to 8 pm

Read more: Chelsea Market: a stylish market in New York

 

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15. Madison Square Park

Madison Square Park is a friendly public park named after James Madison, the fourth president of the United States between 1809 and 1817.

• Address: Madison Ave between 23rd and 26th Streets, New York, NY 10010
• Schedules: daily from 6 am to midnight

16. Flatiron Building

The Flatiron Building is a 22-story triangular building and is considered an innovative skyscraper due to its rather peculiar architecture. The building sits on a triangular block and has been called “one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the world”. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and one became a National Historic Landmark in 1989.

• Address: 175 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010

17. Apartment from the TV series Friends

Who is a super fan of the series Friends (1994-2004) raise your hand? Although the series was recorded in the Warner Bros. studios in California, it takes place in New York City! The facade of the apartment building in which Rachel, Monica, Chandler and Joey live that appears in the series is a building in the Greenwich area. The Central Perk, which is the cafe they meet in pretty much every episode, is the restaurant. The Little Owl.

• Address: 90 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014

 

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18. Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park is a 39,500 m2 public park.² in the Greenwich Village area. The park is an open space, dominated by the Washington Arch at the north entrance. The fountain area is one of the most popular spots in the city for locals and tourists alike.

19. Eataly

Eataly is more than a market or restaurant complex, it's a tourist attraction! Close to the Flatiron Building, there you can buy cheese, have a glass of wine, snack on sweets and have a lot of fun with the fresh products sold on site.

• Address: 200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010
• Schedules: daily from 9 am to 11 pm

20. Magnolia Bakery

Magnolia Bakery made our list because it became a tourist attraction after it appeared on the Sex and the City series. Taste cupcakes, have a coffee and feel in the mood of the 4 friends from New York. The bakery has several units in the city (check this link).

• Address: 401 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014
• Schedules: Sunday to Thursday from 9 am to 11:30 pm / Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 12:30 am

DAY 3: WALL STREET & DOWNTOWN

21. New York City Hall (City hall)

The City Hall of New York is located in a beautiful building, built in 1811. This is the oldest building that houses a city hall in the United States and is registered among the National Historic Landmarks. It houses the mayor's office of New York and the city council chambers. It is possible to do guided tours by the building.

• Address: City Hall Park, New York, NY 10007
• Schedules: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm

22. St. Paul's Chapel (Trinity Church)

Paul's Chapel is an Episcopal chapel that is the oldest standing ecclesiastical building in Manhattan. As it stands behind the former Twin Towers of the World Trade Center after the September 11, 2001 attacks, the Chapel served as a place of rest and refuge for WTC workers.

• Address: 209 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
• Schedules: Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm / Sunday from 7 am to 6 pm

23. 9/11 Memorial

The memorial is located on the site of the World Trade Center, the former location of the Twin Towers, which were destroyed during the September 11, 2001 attacks. It is operated by a non-profit corporation whose mission is to raise funds to operate the memorial and museum on the site of the former World Trade Center.

• Address: 180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10007
• Schedules: daily from 7:30 am to 9 pm
• Entrance:
  • free on Tuesdays from 5pm until closing (but you need to buy the ticket in advance and arrive at least 2 hours before closing)
  • other days/times: book online to avoid queues
    • Museum: US$ 24 adults / US$ 18 students and seniors / US$ 15 between 7 and 17 years old
    • Museum (entry + tour): US$ 44 adults / US$ 38 students and seniors / US$ 35 between 7 and 17 years old
    • Museum Admission + Memorial Tour: US$ 39 adults / US$ 33 students and seniors / US$ 30 ages 7-17

Read more: New York: 9/11 Memorial and Museum

24. One World Trade Center

One World Trade Center is the main building of the World Trade Center complex rebuilt after the September 11, 2001 attacks, which toppled the Twin Towers. It is the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere and the sixth tallest in the world. For those who want to spend a little bit, you can visit the One World Observatory, which is the observation deck at the top of One World Trade Center. access this link to buy tickets online.

• Address: 285 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007
• Schedules: daily from 9 am to 8 pm (between early May and early September until 10 pm)
• Entrance: Standard (by appointment): US$ 36 – buy online and avoid long lines

Read more: One World Observatory: beautiful views from the tallest building in New York

25. Wall Street

Wall Street is an 8-block street just over 1 km long that is home to the famous financial center of New York. The Wall Street area is home to major banks, brokers and many companies in the financial sector. Below is a map of Wall Street highlighted by:

1. Trinity Church (Trinity Church)
2. Bank of New York Building
3. NY Stock Exchange (New York Stock Exchange)
4. Federal Hall (First US Capitol)
5. Trump Building (Trump Building)
6. Cocoa Exchange (Commodity Futures Exchange)

26. Federal Reserve Bank (FED)

The FED is what we know as the Central Bank in Brazil. The New York building takes up an entire city block in Manhattan's Financial District. It is exactly in this building that the monetary policy of the United States is carried out through the trading of dollars and US Treasury bonds. The place is open to the public who can visit it through the guided tour. Museum & Gold Vault Tour. Please note that photography is prohibited during the tour.

• Address: 33 Liberty St, New York, NY 10045
• Schedules: Monday to Friday from 11:15 am to 3:00 pm
• Tours:
  • Hours: Monday to Friday at 1 pm and 2 pm
  • Admission: free, but required book in advance

27. New York Stock Exchange

The New York Stock Exchange is – by far – the world's largest stock exchange in the world. For security reasons, tours open to the public are not available. Paulo visited the New York Stock Exchange along with Stanford University during his Masters in Business and loved the experience.

• Adresses: 11 Wall St, New York, NY 10005
• Schedules: Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

28. Bull of Wall Street

The bronze bull weighing more than 3 tons, 3.4 meters tall and 4.9 meters long is one of the symbols of Wall Street. For those who don't know the meaning, Ana, who is an economist, explains: the bull is a representation of when the market is high (because when the bull attacks it throws people up) and the bear is the symbol of when the market is on low (this animal's attack is from top to bottom). Anyway, the legend that runs here is that running your hands on the bull's genitals and horns is usually good luck! We did our part!

• Address: Broadway & Morris St intersection, New York, NY

29. Trinity Church

Trinity Church is an active historic church, parish of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. It is near the intersection of Wall Street and Broadway. The history of this building began in 1696, when the ruler Benjamin Fletcher approved the purchase of a portion of land on Manhattan Island by the Anglican Church community, with a view to the construction of a new building. This church was rebuilt after being completely destroyed in the Great Fire of 1776‎.

• Address: 75 Broadway, New York, NY 10006
• Schedules: Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm / Saturday 8am to 4pm / Sunday 7am to 4pm

30. Battery Park

Battery Park is a public park just south of Manhattan Island that offers one of the best views of the Statue of Liberty from the mainland. The park has that name because there artillery batteries that were positioned in the place with the intention of protecting the city.

31. Ellis Island

Ellis Island was the gateway to more than 12 million immigrants. The busiest immigrant inspection station in the country was located there between 1892 and 1954. Immigration Museum which can be visited by buying the ticket to see the Statue of Liberty on the island next door, Liberty Island.

Read more: New York: How to Visit the Statue of Liberty

32. Statue of Liberty

One of the symbols of the United States is located on Liberty Island. To celebrate the centenary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States, France presented a gift to the country. The statue given by Napoleon III, as a way of honoring the USA for the victory in the battle fought against England. The statue was assembled on French soil and completed in 1884, then dismantled and shipped to the United States on ships to be reassembled in its final place. The Americans were responsible for the construction of the pedestal that serves as the foundation of the monument.

• Schedules: usually from 8:30am to 4pm (5pm in the summer months) – see the schedules on the official website
• Entrance: avoid queues buy your ticket online
  • Crown Ticket: US$ 21.50 – gives access to all of Liberty Island, pedestal and crown (not open every day, inquire beforehand)
  • Pedestal Access: US$ 18.50 – gives access to all of Liberty Island and the statue's pedestal, but not allowed to climb to the crown

Read more: New York: How to Visit the Statue of Liberty

33. Staten Island Ferry

Want to get closer to the Statue of Liberty but don't want to pay for it? A good option is to take the free ferry (type of ferry) to Staten Island. You'll get closer to the most famous statue in New York, but you won't be able to stop at Liberty Island, the island where the statue is located. Anyway, it's a good option to save money and take beautiful photos. Check the timetables in this link.

34. Brooklyn Bridge

Crossing the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most loved sightseeing tours for those who love photography. The Brooklyn Bridge is a hybrid bridge (stayed and suspended) that is one of the oldest in the United States. Completed in 1883, it connects Manhattan and Brooklyn across the East River. At 486.3 m, it was the first steel wire suspension bridge built. Since its opening, it has become an icon of New York, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964.

35. DUMBO

DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) encompasses two sections: one located between the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges, which connect Brooklyn to Manhattan across the East River, and another that runs east of the Manhattan Bridge to the Vinegar Hill area. The neighborhood is bounded by Brooklyn Bridge Park to the north, the Brooklyn Bridge to the west, Brooklyn Heights to the south and Vinegar Hill to the east. The area is amazing, with several restaurants and bars, art galleries and, of course, offering panoramic views of Manhattan.

Read more: DUMBO: Route in the Most Amazing Area of Brooklyn in NYC

 

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DAY 4: CENTRAL PARK & UPTOWN

36. Columbia University

One of the most traditional universities in the United States, worth a visit! Stroll through its gardens, take pictures of its buildings, enjoy the day to rest sitting on the lawn.

• Address: 116th St & Broadway, New York, NY 10027

37. central park

Founded in 1857 and covering 3.41 km², Central Park is the most visited urban park in the United States. It has been renovated and expanded over the decades. Most of the park was built by man, with artificial lakes, trails, gardening and recreation areas. The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited throughout the park and dogs are welcome in most places. The park is full of recreational areas, has 5 visitor centers, a zoo and many other attractions.

• Address: Between 59th Street & 110th Street and Central Park West & 5th Avenue
• Schedules: open daily from 6 am to 1 am

Read more: New York: Guide to Visiting Central Park

38. The Dakota

The Dakota is an apartment building built between the years 1880 and 1884. The site was the home of Beatle John Lennon during the years 1973 and 1980 and was where he was murdered. The building is considered one of the most prestigious in the city with apartments being sold in a price range ranging from US$ 4 million to US$ 30 million!

• Address: 1 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

39. Columbus Circle

Columbus Circle is a roundabout that honors the Italian navigator Christopher Columbus. It is located at the point from which all official New York City distances are measured. The monument at the center of Columbus Circle, created by Italian sculptor Gaetano Russo, was erected in 1892 as part of the commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Columbus' arrival in the Americas. The monument consists of a marble statue of Columbus on top of a 21 meter granite column, decorated with bronze reliefs depicting Columbus' ships: the Niña, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. On the north side of Columbus Circle is located the Trump International Hotel and Tower, with its famous remarkable steel globe.

40. Lincoln Center for Performing Arts

New York is one of the world's most important centers of culture, music and art. For this reason, there are several interesting options to discover in the city. The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is a complex of buildings that hosts performances by renowned national and international artists. There are about 30 concert halls that include: The Julliard School, Metropolitan Opera, New York City Ballet and New York Philharmonic.

• Address: 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

DAY 5: OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS

Some neighborhoods in Manhattan do not have super famous tourist attractions, but they are worth taking a stroll because they are super charming and have excellent gastronomic options. We highlight 3 of them:

41. SoHo

SoHo is a neighborhood in Lower Manhattan where there is a concentration of artists' lofts and art galleries. It is currently best known for its array of stores ranging from trendy luxury boutiques to chain stores. Nearly all of SoHo was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and declared a National Historic Landmark in 1978. The site comprises 26 blocks and nearly 500 buildings, many of which incorporate cast-iron architectural elements.

42. Little Italy

Little Italy (Little Italy, in Portuguese) concentrates a large number of inhabitants of Italian origin. In the early 1900s, the region was home to many members of the Italian Mafia. Today the neighborhood consists of just a few Italian shops and restaurants.

43. Chinatown

Chinatown is home to the largest enclave of Chinese in the Western Hemisphere with an estimated population of 90,000 to 100,000 people. Historically the region was populated mainly by Cantonese speakers. However, in the 1980s and 90s, large numbers of Eastern Min-speaking immigrants also arrived in the region, making it important for Chinatown residents to learn and speak Mandarin.

MUSEUMS

Fit the museums into your itinerary according to your availability. Most of the museums are gathered in the area close to Central Park. So, make your day visiting the region available to visit the museums that are most interesting to you.

44. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

It is an art museum that is the permanent home to a continually expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early modern and contemporary art and also features special exhibitions throughout the year.

• Address: 1071 5th Ave, New York, NY 10128
• Schedules: Sunday to Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 5:45 pm / Saturday from 10 am to 7:45 pm
• Entrance: US$ 25 – buy online and avoid queues

Read more: The modern Guggenheim Museum in New York

45. Neue Galerie New York

It is a 20th century German and Austrian art and design museum. In it is the famous painting Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I (also called The Lady in Gold or The Woman in Gold), portrayed in the film “The Golden Lady” (2015).

• Address: 1048 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
• Schedules: Thursday to Monday from 11 am to 6 pm
• Entrance: US$ 20

Read more: Neue Galerie: the “Golden Lady” art gallery in NYC

46. The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Known affectionately as the “Met” it is the largest art museum in the United States and among the most visited art museums in the world. Its permanent collection contains more than two million works, divided between seventeen departments. In the permanent collection are works of art from classical antiquity and ancient Egypt, paintings and sculptures by almost all European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art.

• Address: 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
• Schedules: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 5:30 pm / Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm
• Entrance: US$ 25 – buy online and avoid queues

Read more: MET: The incredible Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York

47. American Museum of Natural History

The Natural History Museum is an amazing museum that welcomes over 5 million visitors every year. The museum has over 2 million specimens of plants, humans, animals, fossils, minerals, rocks, meteorites and human cultural artifacts, of which only a small fraction can be displayed at any given time.

• Address: Central Park West & 79th St, New York, NY 10024
• Schedules: daily from 10 am to 5:45 pm
• Entrance: from US$ 22 – buy online and avoid queues

48. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is an art museum important in the development and collection of modernist art, and is often identified as the most influential museum of modern art in the world. The museum's collection offers an overview of modern and contemporary art, including works of architecture and design, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, prints and illustrated books and books by artists, film and electronic media.

• Address: 11 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
• Schedules: Saturday to Thursday 9:30am to 5:30pm / Friday 9:30am to 8pm
• Entrance: US$ 25 – buy online and avoid queues

Read more: MoMA: Visiting the Museum of Modern Art in New York

49. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a military and maritime history museum with a collection of ships. The museum displays the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier, the USS Growler submarine, a Concorde SST, a Lockheed A-12 supersonic reconnaissance aircraft, and the Space Shuttle Enterpise.

• Address: Pier 86, at the intersection of W 46th St and 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036
• Schedules: daily from 10 am to 5 pm (from April to October on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays until 6 pm)
• Entrance: from US$ 24 – buy online and avoid queues

Read more: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space: Aircraft Carrier Museum in New York

50. Madame Tussauds New York

Madame Tussauds is the most famous wax museum in the world with units spread across several cities on the planet. The museum features wax statues of famous artists and singers, movie characters and comic book superheroes.

• Address: 234 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
• Schedules: daily from 9 am to 10 pm
• Entrance: from US$ 27.75 (at the box office) / US$ 25.75 (online)

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• NEW YORK PASS: This all-inclusive pass offers discounts of up to 70% on entrance fees, visiting 3 attractions per day. Choose a 1-10 day pass and enjoy access to more than 80 New York attractions and tours, many with skip-the-line admission. see more information in this link.
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NICE TOURS AND EXCURSIONS IN NEW YORK

BROADWAY MUSICALS

A multitude of musicals are always playing at Broadway theaters in the Times Square area. We've already watched: Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Mary Poppins, Spider-Man, West Side Story, The Book of Mormon (2 times!). To see the entire program of shows, visit this link. It is worth securing your ticket in advance through from this link, without queues, without stress and with the guarantee of the best seats!

Read more: New York: Broadway musicals to see with family

OFF-BROADWAY SHOWS

One off-Broadway production are artistic attractions held in theaters with smaller capacity (between 100 and 499 seats). It can be a play, a musical, a concert, etc. In general, off-Broadway theater productions are cheaper to produce, invest less in advertising, and are also less well known. The off-Broadway name became known because most productions are performed in theaters outside the Broadway District in the heart of New York. We selected 3 of them tested and approved by us!

Read more: New York: 3 Must-See Off-Broadway Shows

Blue Man Group NYC

• Address: Astor Place Theater (434 Lafayette St #1, New York, NY 10003)
• Schedules: Performances last 1h45min and are available from Monday to Friday at 8pm; Saturday and Sunday at 2pm, 5pm and 8pm
• Entrance: between US$ 56 and US$ 106.55
• Tickets: buy tickets in this link

Power Bruta NYC

• Address: Daryl Roth Theater (101 E 15th St, New York, NY 10003
• Schedules: Performances last 80 minutes and are available Wednesday through Friday at 8pm; Saturday at 7pm and 10pm; Sunday at 4pm and 7pm / no performances on Mondays and Tuesdays
•  Entrance: between US$ 75 to US$ 89
• Tickets: buy tickets in this link.

Stomp NYC

• Address: Orpheum Theater (126 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003)
• Schedules: Performances last 90 minutes and are available Tuesday through Friday at 8pm; Saturday at 3 pm and 8 pm; Sunday at 2pm and 5.30pm / no performances on Mondays
• Entrance: between US$ 48 and US$ 78
• Tickets: buy tickets in this link.

SPORTS EVENT

We, who love sports, don't miss a chance to go to a sporting event when we're in New York. But it's worth noting that practically all gyms and stadiums (with the exception of Madison Square Garden) are outside Manhattan (see location on the map at the beginning of this post). Calculate your travel time well so you won't be late! To buy tickets for the events we recommend the Ticketmaster and sites that resell tickets like StubHub and VividSeats.

US Open (Tennis Open)

• When: varies from year to year, but usually between August and September
• Where: Arthur Ashe Stadium (124-02 Roosevelt Ave, Flushing, NY 11368)

Basketball (NBA)

• When: seasons start in late October and end in early June
• Teams / Where they play:
  • New York Knicks: Madison Square Garden (4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001) – buy tickets here
  • Brooklyn Nets: Barclays Center (620 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217) – buy tickets here

Baseball (MLB)

• When: seasons start in april and usually end in late october
• Teams / Where they play:
  • New York Yankees – Yankee Stadium (1 E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10451) – buy tickets here
  • New York Mets – Citi Field (123-01 Roosevelt Ave, New York, NY 11368) – buy tickets here

Football (NFL)

• When: seasons start in september and always end on the first sunday of february
• Team / Where to play: New York Giants: MetLife Stadium (1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073)

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK

New York is one of the best cities in the world for food! The city is home to a variety of restaurants with cuisines from around the world for all budgets and tastes. Check out what we have already written about restaurants in the city:

• New York: Where to Eat in Times Square
• Chelsea Market: a stylish market in New York
• 3 Delicious Vegan Restaurants in New York
• Blossom: Refined Vegan Restaurant in New York

WHERE TO STAY IN NEW YORK

We've been to New York several times and we thought it was interesting to stay close to Central Park when we wanted to have a really touristy experience. The area is great because it is within walking distance of several attractions and has several stations nearby. If you don't like crowds, an interesting neighborhood to stay is Chelsea, it's quieter, has great restaurants and a delicious vibe. See what we've already written about accommodation in New York.

• 30 New York hotels with a view of the Empire State Building
• New York: Tips for hotels near Times Square
• New York: Accommodation Tip in the Chelsea Neighborhood

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Read more about New York:

• New York: How to Visit the Statue of Liberty
• New York: 3 Must-See Off-Broadway Shows
• New York: How to Visit the Empire State Building
• New York: Tips for hotels near Times Square
• New York: Guide to Visiting Central Park
• Traveling Friends: Food in New York