Heading to New York? This list has my go-to spots for the best city shots, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. Perfect for content creators, photographers, or anyone wanting to capture NYC’s magic. Save it for your next trip! ✨
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East Side
Central Park
Upper West Side
Brooklyn
Lower Manhattan
Midtown
East Side
Not only are The Met Steps iconic, but every Gossip Girl fan needs their Blair Waldorf Moment!
Metropolitan Museum Steps
This is another great spot for an iconic NYC look! I like to actually head here later at night for less crowds. The mornings are hussling here!
Grand Central Terminal
I've never been able to capture a sunset here, but it's on my bucketlist! So magical.
Tudor City Overpass - Best Views
Central Park
Having lived on the Upper West Side, Central Park is one of my favorite places in the city. Bow Bridge is iconic and a gorgeous backdrop from any angle!
Bow Bridge in Central Park
The fountain and tunnel are both gorgeous and iconic locations located in Central Park with lots of creative options!
Bethesda Fountain in Central Park
I am shocked how many people don't know or haven't been to Belvedere Castle! It's such a lovely stop in Central Park.
Belvedere Castle in Central Park
Upper West Side
Having gone to school right around the corner from Lincoln Center, this location was always a beautiful symbol of the city for me and makes a gorgeous backdrop!
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Brooklyn
Like any location you visit in NYC, the earlier you go the better! But Brooklyn Bridge has so many creative, photogenic spots along the way!
Brooklyn Bridge
If you're walking over the Brooklyn Bridge and checking out DUMBO, be sure to walk to the water and capture the Manhattan skyline from Brooklyn!
Tidal Marsh at John Street
Such a classic location for your New York Minute! This spot gets very busy later in the day, so get their early to beat the crowds!
Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View
Lower Manhattan
This is a more popular spot in Spring/Summer/Fall - but I kind of love the vibe it gives in Winter too!
Abe Lebewohl Triangle
If you're in SoHo and looking for NYC architecture at it's finest - The Ralph Lauren Store is such a classic design for your street photography!
Ralph Lauren Women's Flagship New York, NY
Absolutely love Little Italy, for the food and for this lovely painting of my favorite actress Audrey Hepburn!
Audrey Hepburn Graffiti in Little Italy, New York City
Midtown
One of my favorite places in NYC! Be sure to check out the overlook on 14th Street!
The High Line
I have so many photos in time square over the years - my favorites are usually taken at night under the lights!
Times Square
If you're already in Time Square, you might as well make a quick walk to Radio City Music Hall to capture some photos with the iconic neon letters!
Radio City Music Hall
I recommend going at least once to this new attraction! It was really crowded when I went and made capturing content hard - but was an overall gorgeous view of the city!
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
Another classic NYC building - the flatiron building is a beautiful backdrop from lots of different locations on the street!
Flatiron Building
Haven't actually spent a lot of time here, but we're staying nearby on our upcoming trip and I can't wait to check it out!
