I’ve lived in NYC for over 30 years!!
Here's a list of various places and things to do in NYC. Great for families, dates and/or even solo! There are so many things to do in this great city. This list includes paid experiences and free spaces to expl...
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Food
I feel this is a must eat/must do! Please bring your patience but the pastrami is absolutely worth it!
Katz's Delicatessen
This is one of my favorite market halls. A great selection of food and bars. A great place to hang out for lunch or even on Friday nights where it is beaming with excitement.
Dekalb Market Hall
Hands down the best tacos you will have outside of Mexico!
LOS TACOS No.1
This is another food hall that I love. Has great selections, great views of the city and is near Brooklyn Bridge Park
Time Out Market New York - Brooklyn, NYC
I think New York City has some of the best food markets. With ranges of cuisine from different cultures, you absolutely can’t go wrong with Chelsea market. Another fav of mine.
Chelsea Market
Immersive attractions
This attraction gives some of the best views of the city! Also has interactive rooms as well. The mirrored rooms are so cool!
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
I love that this attraction offers great views any time of day or night. Perfect for families or a date night!
Edge NYC
Me and my pre-teen had the best time here. Such a cool experience. Not only does it appeal to your visual senses, there is also an olfactory experience to each room as well!
Arte Museum New York
This museum was always a childhood favorite for me and I'm glad that I now get to share the experiences with my family! Getting to explor a battleship - so cool!
Intrepid Museum
This is a great immersive experience. Our favorite part is the laser-dodging!
SPYSCAPE & SPYGAMES
This is a great way to save on some of the top attractions in NYC.
Save on New York Attractions
Parks
Sharing one of our best kept secrets! We love Governors Island. From the food trucks to renting bikes to explore the island. This is a great way to spend the day away from the city. Its a easy ferry ride to Governors Island.
Governors Island
With plenty of green space and great view of the city. This park is another gem that my family and I love to visit.
Gantry Plaza State Park
Day or Night, this park is wonderful place for families, for dates or even to stroll and relax alone.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
This park is right in the heart of the city, but when you explore this park you feel as if you are taken away to another place. Lots of spots to explore and it sits right on the Hudson River
Little Island
We absolutely love this park! NYC has some of the best waterside parks. Even better because it’s a way to do something that is absolutely free!
Domino Park
The High Line is so cool! This public park was converted from an abandoned railway! It extends for over 20 blocks. Love this public space!
