New York City Travel Tips
New Yorkers are lucky. But you, dear visitor, are far luckier. This is a city made for explorers: the more you roam in New York, the more you discover, the more you'll want to see -- and the more you'll be thrilled by the range of things to do in New York City.
New York is a densely packed mass of humanity. Whomever you encounter, from New York's famous Broadway to the Empire State Building, in giddy spring or gilded fall, in quiet summer or cozy winter, you can be sure of one thing: it'll be the real deal.
Washington DC from New York City
Written by Viator, February 2010
From New York City, the mighty executive, legislative and judicial institutions of the nation’s capital make a fascinating day trip. Once you arrive in Washington DC, head straight for Capitol Hill, ...
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New York City Bus Tours
Written by Viator, January 2013
New York City is the largest city in the United States and boasts one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. The highlights are endless and you could easily fill a few days with museum ...
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3 things you should do in NYC
First, check out the East Village around Tompikns (sp?) Square Park. Good food, good bars, good shopping, lots of stuff to do, not as touristy as other parts of Manhattan.
Next, visit the Tenement ...
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Written by New York Expert: Harvey, USA, March 2011
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, simply known as "The Met", is arguably the world’s finest museum and certainly the largest in size. The building occupies more than 1.5 million square ...
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A Clockwork Orange Cocktail
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, August 2011
Ever craved a bit of vellocet? How about synthemesc or drencrom? What about a nice, cold glass of milk? In
1962, an English critic and musician named John Burgess Wilson wrote a
little novel ...
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Amish Country From New York City
Written by Viator, July 2012
Visiting Amish country from New York City is one of the largest reversals of environment possible found anywhere along the eastern seaboard. There aren’t many places where you can find yourself ...
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Audio Tour of Grand Central
Written by Cubs17, United Kingdom, February 2011
Grand Central has always been one of my favorite destinations in New York City. This year my family and I stopped in for a bite to eat and to take some pictures. We noticed they have an audio tour, ...
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Best Cupcakes in NYC
Written by Porrenttis, Canada, October 2010
My husband and I always go to the new bakeries in New York, they are so creative and always changing how they make delicious foods. We love Magnolia and Buttercup Bakery, these are always very good. ...
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Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day In New York City
Written by Jessica F, March 2013
New York City boasts being home to the world’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 1762, and today holds the largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade on the planet with over two million attendees each year. If ...
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Downtown Boathouse, New York City
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, July 2011
Solely volunteer-run and totally nonprofit, the New York City Downtown Boathouse
organization allows the public to escape the concrete jungle and go for
a short-but-sweet kayak ride along the ...
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Exploring New York City in Spring
Written by Jessica F, March 2013
While New York City is a worthwhile destination any time of year, it’s particularly special in the spring. Hibernating locals come out to play while restaurants extend their seating to the sidewalks. ...
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Exploring the Upper East Side
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, March 2013
One of five New York City boroughs, Manhattan has numerous neighborhoods that still retain a distinct personality. Many of them pride themselves on catering to a particular social niche or type of ...
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Food Tours!
Written by ROD C, Australia, September 2012
Discovering New York through the perspective of food is a really good alternative to just visiting the various neighbourhoods and wondering what the highlights are. I did two food tours recently and ...
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Gain VIP Access to New York City’s Attractions with Viator
Written by Sherry Ott, September 2012
When I discovered the Viator VIP: Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and 9/11 Memorial
I decided it was time to really see my city’s landmarks. After all, New
York City is all about ...
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Gizzi's Cafe
Written by Tighthead Prop, Australia, October 2010
If you are hanging out for a decent cup of coffee when in New York City, and you are down near Greenwich Village, I can recommend Gizzi's Cafe (16 West 8th Street). The staff are friendly, they brew ...
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Viator Video: Mamma Mia! on Broadway
Fall for this smash-hit musical that combines the storytelling magic of ABBA's songs with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship!
