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If you have never visited the Big Apple before, you’re in for a real treat! As one of the world’s few Alpha++ cities (alongside London and arguably Paris, Tokyo, and Shanghai), it boasts a density of humanity unlike nowhere else on earth. It is in NYC that you can genuinely feel as if there is a neverending stream of activities to see, do, eat, and enjoy! Although Samuel Johnson once said that if you get bored of London, you get bored of life, the same could equally be said of this magnificent megalopolis. With such a tremendous weight of people in one location, you are bound to find something to appeal; to your sense of travel. However, if you can’t, then read on, as this post will provide all you need to develop the perfect itinerary.
Visit The One World Trade Center And Enjoy The Views From The Observation Deck
The One World Trade Center is the building that arose from the ashes of the terrible events that occurred on 9/11 all those many years ago. However, from said ashes, this building has emerged to become one of NYCs most iconic landmarks. What’s more, it houses a wonderful observation deck that enables you to look over all of Manhattan from over 1200 feet in the air. On a clear day, there is no other way to see the spectacular skyline unless you shell out for a helicopter ride. Furthermore, you can incorporate this activity if you choose to tour Vanderbilt New York, by booking a ticket which often includes a dedicated tour guide who can expertly explain the significance of the building itself along with information about what you will see. Moreover, because these tours teen only lasts a couple of hours, you will have the rest of the day to participate in other activities, including the others on this list. In fact, if you choose to take this particular tour in the morning, you can spend the rest of the afternoon wandering around Central Park in the afternoon…
Take In The Sights And Sounds Of One The Largest Inner City Parks In The World
Central Park is a park like none other. It’s located right in the heart of Manhatten, covering a truly remarkable 843 acres of divine green space and wonder. It’s so large that you could spend an entire day exploring its various features if you so desired. Nonetheless, it makes the perfect place to simply spend some time away from the bustling nature of the city, allowing you to stumble upon random street performers, the occasional concert, and all manner of exciting and unique activities that make you forget you are bang smack in the middle of a city of over 8 million souls (1.6 million in Manhattan alone!)
Explore The Charm Of The West Village
Whether this is a landmark or not is debatable, but what it is is a fantastic place to explore one of the more charming locations of the city, replete with boutiques and restaurants to while away your time in as fashionable and Boujee style as you can.
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Visit The World-Renowned Metropolitan Museum Of Art
Calling all art lovers, the Metropolitan Museum Of Art is an absolute must-see if you are in the Big Apple and chocked full of wondrous artworks from the most modern of pieces to the self-portraits of the likes of Vincent van Gogh. However, before you go, it’s a good idea to plan your visit. The museum is vast, so getting lost or overwhelmed is easy. Download a map or use the museum’s app to help navigate the galleries and exhibitions.
Catch A Show Or Two On Broadway
New York, New York, what a hell of a town! Funnily enough, that’s from a musical, one of many that you can find at the world-famous Broadway theater district. However, these days, you are more likely to find renditions of popular movies such as The Lion King alongside some more original shows like Hamilton or The Book of Mormon. Nonetheless, aside from these mega shows that have taken the nation by storm, you will find some more esoteric options to enjoy that are generally more affordable and less prone to being sold out the second tickets are put on sale.
Eat Until You Burst In Chinatown!
Chinatown is a must-visit destination for foodies in New York City. With its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of restaurants (not just from Chinese but also from all over Asia more generally), you can eat until you burst! A visit to Chinatown is like taking a culinary trip worldwide, with Vietnamese pho, Korean BBQ, and Chinese dim sum all within a few blocks of each other.
NYC has so many iconic landmarks, and things to do that mentioning them all in one article is akin to resisting the Borg: it’s futile! Nevertheless, the few options listed here should provide you with a decent starting point with which you can branch out and create a tour utterly unique to you.
