You’ve arrived in NYC with your itinerary in hand. Everything is planned down to the minute. You leave your hotel excited to explore the city and…you feel a raindrop. Don’t let the rain get you down. New York City is a great place when the weather limits your outdoor activities! This post has 21 ideas […]
When choosing your dates to visit New York, you might want to take into consideration these public or bank holidays. On these dates, some major attractions in NYC might be closed or have reduced hours. On the other hand, some of these holidays make the city extra fun, offering special events and festivities like Christmas, […]
When looking at flights to New York City, you will likely have seen flights arriving at two of the three NYC airports, JFK Airport, Newark Airport, and LaGuardia Airport. The right airport for you will depend on where you are flying from and on what airline, where your accommodations are in the city, and your […]
Watching the ball drop in Times Square might seem like the best place to be on New Year's Eve. But as local tour guides, we know first-hand that there are many other awesome ways to ring in the new year in the city! We've called on these experiences to create this guide of eight options […]
You may already know that one great way to see New York City is from the water, whether you join a sightseeing cruise, ride the free Staten Island Ferry, or take on one of NYC’s commuter ferries. Now you can get amazing views of NYC from a hot tub! When you take Sea The City’s […]
It wouldn’t be Christmas in New York City without its holiday markets! The largest NYC holiday market is at Union Square, boasting over 150 vendors selling unique items created by local artists. Here you can shop for all sorts of interesting items, enjoy delicious food, and take in the holiday spirit. This market is charming […]
Every holiday season in New York City, Christmas markets pop up where you can shop for seasonal arts and local crafts, enjoy delicious foods, and celebrate the holiday spirit. Hands down, our local guides' favorite is Bryant Park’s Winter Village. And, in the video above, Katie and Lori, guides with Free Tours by Foot NYC, […]
This post explains how to see the amazing annual Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Light Show, a sight to behold since 2004! Every holiday season, locals and tourists alike enjoy the traditional festive lights around New York City, and 2024 is no different. Check out the show from last year. There’s the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas […]
Times Square at any time of the day is a fun place to spend time and visit many attractions. When the sun sets, Times Square lights up and the energy is electric! You can be at the center of it all by staying at one of the great hotels in Times Square. Below are our […]
This map shows the stops on our audio tour which you can purchase on the booking page. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google […]
I’m Jessica the Museum Guide, and I love visiting museums around the world. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the biggest and best, with a collection of over 2 million pieces of art and artifacts. It was at the top of my list when I visited New York, and I spent many hours […]
Below are 15 of the best restaurants in Greenwich Village with a variety of cuisines and price ranges. You'll find American, Italian, French, Indian, Middle Eastern, Mexican, Vietnamese and even Vegan! Plus, we list a few of NYC's best pizza places. To try some of the other delectable foods in the neighborhood, join us for […]
This post answers a question that many visitors to New York City want to know, “Is the Lower East Side safe for tourists?” Our local tour guides are very familiar with the Lower East Side both from giving tours and spending free time there enjoying the neighborhood. Here are their thoughts about what parts of […]
This post covers some of the best places to find souvenirs in New York that you could bring home from your trip. We include a few locations under each type of souvenir shop, a description of what they focus on, their location, and links to examples of the items they carry. WHAT ARE THE BEST […]
There are several different ways to explore the 843 acres of Central Park, and pedicab tours are one of the best opportunities in the area. This post covers the best tour companies in the park, including information about prices, availability, and other important details. How Much Does a Central Park Pedicab Cost? Scheduled Tours Walk-up […]
This post is about how to choose a hotel in Times Square. We list budget, moderate, and luxury hotels along with room prices. If this comment posted on our NYC Travel Tips Facebook Group sounds like you, then you’ve come to the right place! Overview We've looked at over 70 Times Square hotels and broken […]
