For many of us, visiting the Big Apple is a once in a lifetime trip, and you want to make sure you’re doing it right and getting the most out of it. Here are some tips for sightseeing in New York. So load your phone up with a taxi app, an offline map, and all the essential information you might need on your trip (including medical details and the number for a Manhattan personal injury attorney), and let’s get going!
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Top 5 Tips for Sightseeing in New York City
New York can sometimes become overwhelming and especially for first-time visitors because of the sheer range of sights and experiences it offers. Here are some tips for sightseeing in New York to take your experience to another level. These are sure to stand you in good stead when you plan your New York itinerary and help you get the most from your New York trip. Read on to know more about how to get the best from your New York sightseeing trip.
Plan your day but leave some flexibility
One of the best things about NYC is that it can be unpredictable, and there is always something going on. So, as much as you’re going to want to cram something into every minute of the day, remember that it’s just as important to leave some time just to explore, and go with the flow.
Think logically with your travel
New York is big, and you don’t want to spend too much time going back and forth on the subway. Try to do things logically to save yourself some time – for example; perhaps you could do a day in Brooklyn, and tick off everything you want to see there in one day, before moving onto another area the next day.
Utilise free days
Some attractions have specific slots/days that are free to visitors, so be sure to do your research and make the most of these. For example, the Brooklyn Brewery does free tours on the weekend, but you have to get in the queue early to get a slot, and the Bronx Zoo is free on a Wednesday. Many museums do similar too, or have donations that are ‘pay what you want,’ which is an excellent way of soaking up some culture. The New York Sightseeing Pass is another way to make the most of saving money and skipping some queues too!
Mix up the times
If you want to do two attractions where you see the city from up high, for example, the Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building, try to do them at different times of the day for the ultimate views. For example, sunset and midday, or even into the dusk to see a completely new view of the city that never sleeps.
See Lady Liberty for free
You can pay to visit Ellis Island and see the Statue of Liberty, or if you just want to give her a passing wave, jump on the Staten Island Ferry for free – it goes right past and gives you a fantastic view. It’s also a great way to take in the whole of the skyline from the water on your way back.
To really get the most of your trip, you’re going to want to be up early and go to bed late – luckily, New Yorkers are fuelled on coffee so you won’t have to go far without getting your caffeine fix. Remember to tick off the must-see tourist favourites, but also be willing to head a little off the beaten path to see some hidden gems too.
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This is such a helpful detailing for those who are thinking of planning their trip to New York.
Helpful post with loads of details mentioned for those who love to travel. Can refer to this read for their travel 🙂
Wow that’s interesting! You have given really good tips for managing the time and making the most out of the visit! Nice post!
This post is a very nice guide if someone planning a trip to New York. I love visiting new places..
Big Apple is such a big city and these tips will surely come handy to explore it.
I absolutely loved visiting New York city, had such a great time exploring the place. I wish I had known about the free days before visiting. I would love to go back there and stay for a longer period of time.