Things to Do in New York
• With skate rental included, it’s an easy, all-in experience that lets you simply show up, lace up, and start skating.
• As you glide, take in the stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the peaceful beauty of Central Park, it’s a scene straight out of a movie.
• Whether you’re skating with friends, enjoying a family outing, planning a romantic date, or trying ice skating for the first time, Wollman Rink offers the perfect setting for everyone.
🗽A Captivating Journey Through Lower Manhattan in the financial district : Unveiling the Heartbeat of the City
Embark on a Journey of Discovery through Lower Manhattan: 🏙️ A Walking Tour like No Other!
Step into the heartbeat of New York City with our enchanting Lower Manhattan walking tour, a symphony of history, culture, and modernity. 🌟 As you traverse iconic streets, our expert guides will unveil the captivating tales behind each landmark.
🚶♀️ Immerse yourself in the financial epicenter of Wall Street, where the skyscrapers echo with the stories of economic triumphs. 🏦 Feel the pulse of resilience at the 9/11 Memorial, paying homage to the indomitable spirit of a nation. 🌆 Our tour isn't just about landmarks; it's a personalized exploration, delving into hidden gems and underground wonders that define the authentic soul of Lower Manhattan.
Indulge your senses and emotions, crafting memories that resonate with the unique energy of the city. 🌈 This isn't just a walking tour; it's an emotive journey, inviting you to be a part of the rich tapestry that is Lower Manhattan. 🗽 Come, be captivated, and let the city tell you its stories in a way only a personalized, empathetic walking tour can.
Set off on a full day trip to Washington D.C., the capital of the United States and visit Arlington cemetery, see The White House and the Capitol Building!
• See the largest dinosaur fossil collection, including the *T-rex*, Apatosaurus, and a 122-foot Titanosaur at the museum.
• Marvel at over 5,000 minerals, including giant amethyst geodes and fluorescent minerals, in the stunning Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals.
• At the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, immerse yourself in marine ecosystems with 750+ animal models, including the iconic 94-foot, 21,000-pound blue whale.
• Upgrade your ticket to add access to a special ticketed exhibition, Encounters in the Milky Way, Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, Invisible Worlds, Worlds Beyond Earth, Life at the Limits, or Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs.
📸🌿Connect with Central Park's Soul🌲 - Dive into an Exclusive Nature Tour!
Get ready to be enchanted as our empathetic guides open the gates to Central Park's hidden treasures, exposing a side that's seldom explored. 🌳✨ This stroll isn't merely a journey in distance; it's an emotional expedition into the captivating narratives concealed within the landscapes.
Embark on a voyage through the historical tales of Bethesda Terrace to the secluded waterfalls of the Ramble—every step is a poignant discovery. 🏰💧 Our guides aren't just narrators; they are heartfelt storytellers, weaving tales that breathe life into Central Park.
Immerse yourself in the rich history, admire the intricate architecture, and unveil the concealed marvels that transform Central Park into a genuine urban sanctuary. 🌆🍃
The Upper East Side is arguably Manhattan’s wealthiest neighborhood. Elite and quieter, yet still with New York City quirkiness and artsiness. Join us in this introductory tour of the Upper East Side! We will focus on the Lennox Hill neighborhood looking at Gilded Age era mansions and the modern art galleries as well as places that make the neighborhood unique.
We will begin at the the little prince statue on 5th avenue, amidts many beautiful Gilded Age mansions. We will work our way south between 5th and Madison avenues for about half a mile. We will learn about the history of over 15 buildings from their origins to their conversions and current uses and looking at art along the way.
Some of the sites we will visit may include : The Carlyle Hotel, The Gagosian Gallery, Ralph Lauren, The Payne Whitney House ( The Cultural Center of the French Embassy), and more! We will also be visiting inside some of the older buildings to get a taste of their grandeur and going inside some of the various art galleries with art ranging from early 20th century to now.
NOTE
Beginning April 23 !
Wednesdays afternoon tour will end at the Frick mansion which offers $1 admission on Wednesday afternoons. Please buy your tickets in advance when booking the tour for the 430pm time slot.
All tours will include visits to an area art gallery.
• Experience art like never before through *Air* by Kenzo Digital, where reflections of the Manhattan skyline engage your senses in a transformative way.
• Step out into *Levitation*, two transparent skyboxes suspended 1,100 feet above the streets, creating a thrilling interaction with the cityscape.
• Dive into Yayoi Kusama’s *Cloud*, a visual immersion that shifts your perception and transcends the ordinary.
• Indulge in a food and cocktail experience at *Après* cafe and eatery while enjoying the spectacular views of the city below.
• If you're short on time, choose the skip-the-line ticket for faster entry. For a more memorable visit, consider the night experience. You can also enhance your trip by combining your observation deck visit with a guided tour of other top Midtown Manhattan attractions or the Secrets of Grand Central Station tour.
The Christmas Holiday Lights Tour! See all of the stunning and bright lights of NYC and the best decorations. We will start at The New York public library and make our way through Bryant Parks Winter Village to see a tree second only to Rockefeller center. From there it’s a walk to Macys where we see the incredible windows and decorations. Then on to the subway for a ride to Central Park, the duck pond, Bergdorf Goodman, 5th avenue, st Patrick’s cathedral, Saks 5th avenue, and the beautiful Rockefeller tree. Your guide will stop to take photos of each family individually before we say goodbye.
WE WILL RIDE THE SUBWAY ONCE! PLEASE BE PREPARED TO USE YOUR CREDIT/DEBIT CARD TO TAP FOR EACH RIDER. COST IS $2.90
• Enjoy the flexibility to pick a time slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.
• Ride the elevator to the 86th floor for unobstructed views, now enhanced with free high-powered binoculars.
• Connect to the free high-speed Wi-Fi to download the complimentary multimedia tour app to discover landmarks at your pace.
• Upgrade to include a 90-minute guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan, or climb higher to the 102nd floor deck for panoramic floor-to-ceiling glass views.
Experience Brooklyn's highlights on our immersive three-hour tour. We begin with a walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, offering stunning Manhattan and Brooklyn views. Our journey starts at City Hall Park, near the bridge entrance. The mile-long walk includes stops to discuss the bridge's history and design, providing photo opportunities of the city and harbor.
After crossing, we explore Brooklyn Heights, America's first suburb, known for its captivating architecture and rich history. Hear stories of its past, including George Washington's strategic stand. Pass by former homes of literary figures like Truman Capote and Arthur Miller. The promenade offers breathtaking Manhattan skyline and harbor views.
We conclude in DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), a vibrant artistic community. This once-industrial area, nestled beneath two monumental bridges, has transformed, attracting artists to its spacious lofts. Explore DUMBO's unique urban landscape and its evolution. Join us for this memorable Brooklyn experience!
• Behold an unparalleled perspective of the entire borough of Manhattan and its breathtaking skyline from 1,100 feet up in the air.
• Feel your pulse race as you explore the cutting-edge design with its angled glass wall, glass floor, and picturesque skyline steps.
• Enjoy unmatched all-around views of Manhattan’s top landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, from the tallest outdoor viewing deck in the Western Hemisphere.
• Upgrade to the Flex Pass for anytime access, opt for the Express Pass to skip all lines, or elevate your experience with a beverage add-on.
Take a walk with me through glittering, bustling Midtown Manhattan! I’ll show you the secrets of beautiful Grand Central Terminal, the New York Public Library, and Bryant Park. We’ll see Times Square, where I will give you not just the history, but the ins and outs of getting budget Broadway and Off-Broadway tickets. We’ll end our stroll in Hell’s Kitchen- a treasure trove of REAL New York City restaurants, bars and shops- the ones that locals love. Finally, I will drop you off on 9th ave, where you will find great pizza, bagels, old school diners, Thai, American Southern, Mexican, Turkish, French, Italian, one of the best classic dive bars left in Midtown, a 110 year old Greek bakery, and the BEST cookie shop n NYC, all within the same 2 blocks…and JUST IN TIME FOR LUNCH:)!
I’ve been a New Yorker for almost 30 years, and I’ll give you not just the important history, but the current culture as well. We’ll talk theater, restaurants and nightlife, art and architecture, as well as my own personal experiences with the area. I’ll give you tips on how to navigate the city more smoothly, and explain the mysterious ways of the New Yorker to you, and we’ll find time for some laughs along the way…I love NYC with all my heart, and I can’t wait to share my knowledge with you!
• The museum is equipped with cutting-edge, multi-sensory installations that fuse contemporary art, artificial intelligence, light, sound, and spatial design.
• The feature exhibit, Maestros and the Machines, showcases iconic works by masters like Da Vinci, Mozart, and Hokusai reimagined through experimental installations that push the boundaries of tradition and tech.
• Every room offers a new sensory adventure—think light, sound, and emotion coming together in unexpected ways.
Join Tours by Foot on this 2 hour Harlem tour and discover the streets where Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, and other cutting-edge Harlem Renaissance players put American music on the world map. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural, & socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years.
- Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture: Start your exploration at one of New York Public Library's renowned research libraries, which serves as a cultural institution for the exhibition and preservation of African-American experience.
- Abyssinian Baptist Church: Established over 220 years in New York City, and in Harlem since 1902, it is one of the oldest Baptist churches in the United States.
- Striver's Row: Walk in this historic district of beautiful row houses with alleyways, rear shared and courtyards built in the 1890's.
- Bill's Place: Located on Harlem's original Swing Street, owner & Harlem jazz icon Bill Saxton performs with the best in the business, including American jazz & swing singer Billie Holiday.
- Sylvia's Restaurant of Harlem: A 3rd generation family owned business since 1962, started by Sylvia Wood, the "Queen of Soul Food".
- Sites Related to Malcolm X: This Civil Rights Activist revolutionary made Harlem his home base. His impact on Harlem, as well as Harlem's impact on him, is weaved throughout the tour.
- Apollo Theater: The famous Apollo Theater "WHERE STARS ARE BORN & LEGENDS ARE MADE."
