{"id":555,"date":"2021-06-30T00:00:23","date_gmt":"2021-06-30T00:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flytographer.com\/blog\/best-things-to-do-new-york-city-local-travel-guide\/"},"modified":"2021-06-30T00:00:23","modified_gmt":"2021-06-30T00:00:23","slug":"best-things-to-do-new-york-city-local-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/best-things-to-do-new-york-city-local-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Things to Do in New York City: Flytographer\u2019s Local Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"et-boc\" class=\"et-boc\">\n<div class=\"et-l et-l--post\">\n<div class=\"et_builder_inner_content et_pb_gutters3\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI look out the window and I see the lights and the skyline and the people on the street rushing around looking for action, love, and the world\u2019s greatest chocolate chip cookie, and my heart does a little dance.\u201d <\/span><\/em><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nora Ephron<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Best things to do in New York City to live a local<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From criss-crossing the city from Manhattan to Brooklyn to Queens via the subway, to discovering world-famous art installations and stumbling upon incredible street art, to searching for the very best chocolate chip cookie (our vote is for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/levainbakery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levain Bakery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \ud83c\udf6a) \u2014 all this and far more is all in a day\u2019s work when exploring one of the most incredible cities on earth: New York City. Over 8 million people call this place home and they \u2014 along with the many visitors \u2014 join in on the magic each and every day. It would be impossible to ever experience everything this city has to offer, but we\u2019ve rounded up some of our best local tips from our New York Flytographers below! \ud83d\uddfd<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_0\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73109\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Armando in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a><\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonnie and their partner capture memories together in New York City on a couple photoshoot at Times Square.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_1\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-4.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73111\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Armando in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a><\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loveen and their family capture memories in New York City on a family photoshoot in front of the Brooklyn Bridge Skyline.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h3><b>Table of Contents<\/b><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"\/#EAT\"><b>EAT<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Best places to eat&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"\/#DRINK\"><b>DRINK<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Best places to go for drinks<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"\/#SEE-DO\"><b>SEE &amp; DO<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Best things to do, off the beaten path<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"\/#SHOP\"><b>SHOP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Where the locals go shopping<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"\/#PHOTO\"><b>PHOTOS<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Best places to take photos<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_2\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73110\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-lauren-k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Lauren in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>. <\/strong><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charrise and their partner capture memories in New York City with a couple photoshoot at Times Square.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div id=\"EAT\" class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_3\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/EAT.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-67372\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h2><b>What are the best places to eat in New York City?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amplehills.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ample Hills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWalk across the Brooklyn Bridge, and reward yourself with some Ample Hills Ice Cream at Brooklyn Bridge Park after! Sunset is a great time to walk and catch the gorgeous scenery.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bubbys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bubby\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cBubby\u2019s Restaurant is an absolute must-try if you\u2019re a fan of brunch! Order the pancakes, which are second-to-none \u2014 they are the most fluffy and flavourful pancake you\u2019ll experience.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gingerandlemongrass.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger and Lemongrass<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This small eatery on the Lower East Side serves up delicious Vietnamese fusion cuisine. Photo-worthy drinks, large portion sizes and an intimate feel make for the perfect dinner experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ichiranusa.com\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ichiran<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Completely customizable and mouthwatering ramen will warm your belly and your heart. It all starts with the perfected tonkotsu ramen as your base, and you can even sip on a matcha draft beer as you slurp. \ud83d\ude0b<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smorgasburg.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smorgasburg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The real draw of Prospect Park (at least on Sundays between April and October) is Smorgasburg. Billed as the largest weekly open-air food market in the country, you can tour the world\u2019s best eats through 100+ vendor stalls. Skip the tried and true and take your mini-me on a carnival-like food adventure with items like spaghetti doughnuts, ice cream cones topped with roasted marshmallow, and KFC (Korean Fried Chicken).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honorable mentions: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juniorscheesecake.com\/blog\/restaurants\/times-square\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Junior\u2019s Restaurant and Bakery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertaspizza.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roberta\u2019s Pizza<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.covenhovennyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Covenhaven<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/julianaspizza.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juliana\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.takumenlic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Takumen LIC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/hometownbarbque.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hometown BBQ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/lafayetteny.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lafayette Grand Caf\u00e9 &amp; Bakery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rainbowroom.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rainbow Room<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mimichengs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mimi Cheng\u2019s Dumplings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.joespizzanyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joe\u2019s Pizza\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_4\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-5.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73112\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-meet-johnny\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Johnny in New York City for Flytographer<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>.<\/strong> <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abigail and their partner celebrate their anniversary in New York City with a couple photoshoot at Greenwich Village.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_5\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73114\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_7  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-amanda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Amanda in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>.<\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alexis and their family capture memories in New York City with a family photoshoot.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_6\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-7.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73115\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_8  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-amanda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Amanda in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>.<\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Katherine and her friends celebrate their girls trip to New York City with a friends photoshoot at Pietro Nolita &amp; nearby streets.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div id=\"DRINK\" class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_7\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/DRINK.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-67395\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_9  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h2><b>What are the best places to go for drinks in New York City?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beverages are certainly not lacking in the city! From early morning coffees in Midtown Manhattan, to mimosas in Lower Manhattan, to craft cocktails while enjoying the nightlife on the Lower East Side, stay hydrated on your trip (in whichever way you choose \ud83d\ude09\ud83c\udf78).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cBodegas! Far from artisanal coffee and at 25% of the price, but served with a local smile and honest connection.\u201d \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Armando<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You haven\u2019t been to New York City if you haven\u2019t stopped into one of the thousands of bodegas across the city. Each one plays a unique role in the lifeblood and diverse culture of the city. Often housed along city blocks, they\u2019re a grocery, deli, caf\u00e9 and specialty food store all in one!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/borisandhorton.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boris and Horton<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cFor the dog lovers out there, visit Boris and Horton, a dog-friendly caf\u00e9 in the East Village, for a quick midday coffee and enjoy all the dogs roaming free in the space. I always order a hot mint tea if it\u2019s a cold day, and warm up with all the sweet dogs inside. After your drink, you can wander the East Village, visit the thrift shops and Tompkins Square Park.\u201d \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluestonelane.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bluestone Lane<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cBluestone Lane is an Australian coffee shop with numerous locations around the city, but my favourite is the one located next to a cathedral on the Upper East Side. It has beautiful architecture, is a block from the Guggenheim Museum as well as Central Park, and their iced chai latte is my favourite in town. \u201d \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecampbellnyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Campbell Apartment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cGreat spot to meet for a quiet cocktail or a special date. This bar is tucked away in the back of Grand Central Station and used to be the functional office of a businessman in the \u201940s.\u201d \u2013 Kemal Harris<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/brouwerijlane.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brouwerij Lane<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cThis tiny craft beer bar sells growlers of local, limited-edition beer. Grab a glass to stay and check out their small, but private, back patio.\u201d \u2013 Kemal Harris<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honourable Mentions: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpurplenyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Purple<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redhookwinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red Hook Winery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.blindtigeralehouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blind Tiger<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.deathandcompany.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Death &amp; Co.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pietronolita.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pietro NoLita<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixtyhotels.com\/destinations\/new-york-city\/sixty-les\/eat-and-drink\/make-believe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make Believe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/union-pool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Union Pool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blackbrickcoffee.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Brick Coffee<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roundk.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round K<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_8\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-8.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73116\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_10  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-lauren-k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Lauren in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>. <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Louise and their partner celebrate their anniversary in New York City with a couple photoshoot in front of the Brooklyn Bridge Skyline. <\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_9\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-10.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73117\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_11  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-amanda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Amanda in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>.<\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stacy and their family capture memories in New York City with a family photoshoot at Bethesda Fountain &amp; Bow Bridge.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_10\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-11.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73118\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_12  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Marilyn in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a> <\/strong><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephanie and their friends celebrate a bachelorette in New York City with friends photoshoot in front of the Brooklyn Bridge Skyline.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div id=\"SEE-DO\" class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_11\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/SEEDO-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-67407\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_13  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h2><b>What are the best things to do in New York City?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI always recommend saving some coin by utilizing the subways as much as you can, rather than taxis\/cars. It not only helps your wallet, but gives you the quintessential New York experience all in itself!\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can easily book some of the most iconic sights of NYC with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citypass.com\/new-york\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York CityPASS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but don\u2019t forget to hop off the beaten path to find hidden gems, too. The easiest way? Talk to locals, use public transportation, and let yourself get a little lost \u2026 you\u2019ll never know what you\u2019ll stumble upon! \ud83d\uddfa<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cherrylanetheatre.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cherry Lane Theatre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This theatre, established in 1924, is New York City\u2019s oldest running Off-Broadway theatre. It was originally built as a farm silo that later stored tobacco and housed a box factory before becoming what it still is today, a showcase for emerging playwrights and their big ideas. Will you be the one to discover the next big hit, before it was cool? \ud83d\ude0e<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.topoftherocknyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top of the Rock Observation Deck<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cVisit the top of Rockefeller Center at sunset or nighttime \u2014 it\u2019s known to be a bit less crowded late in the night. Most people opt to go atop the Empire State Building, but I always prefer going atop Rockefeller Center, because it gives you the BEST view of the Empire State.\u201d \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.centralparknyc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cVisit Central Park, any time of the day, and just wander as much or as little as you\u2019d like. There is an endless amount of sites within the iconic park, but I\u2019d say Bow Bridge is one of my top favourite spots.\u201d \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Bring roller skates or rent a canoe on the water for an afternoon of fun!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/filmforum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Film Forum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This unique spot is a not-for-profit movie house that runs classics alongside artsy new releases; it\u2019s an institution. It is also where they host director and audience Q&amp;As at the end of the film. They are known for presenting an international array of films that treat social, political, historical and cultural realities, and each film is handpicked for its diversity and impact, rather than simply opting for high-grossing Hollywood films. \ud83c\udfa5<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tenement.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tenement Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cI recommend the museum to all my friends who are visiting NYC. It really gives you an authentic experience of what life was like for some of the first immigrant families living here. They also have a great gift shop where you can find the most unique souvenirs.\u201d \u2013 Kemal Harris<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honourable Mentions: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statueofliberty.org\/ellis-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ellis Island &amp; Statue of Liberty (Liberty Island)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.esbnyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empire State Building<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metropolitan Museum of Art<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (the MET), <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Museum of Natural History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, see a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadway.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broadway Show<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rockefeller Center <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(ice skating rink during winter), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timessquarenyc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Times Square<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coneyisland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coney Island<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> amusement park, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oneworldobservatory.com\/en-US\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One World Observatory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the One World Trade Center, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandcentralterminal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grand Central Terminal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Museum of Modern Art<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (MoMA), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebattery.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battery Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> along the Hudson River, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/911tributemuseum.org\/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5uWGBhCTARIsAL70sLJXmIzW7UXBQ7gbP-eS0hJMIv2fr0JrlvNcb7w2vXBaO-Rnnno6lv0aAm34EALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9\/11 Memorial and Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/whitney.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whitney Museum of American Art<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/yankees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yankee Stadium<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theduplex.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duplex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comedycellar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comedy Cellar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guggenheim.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Guggenheim<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nypl.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York Public Library<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bryantpark.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bryant Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Village+Vanguard+nyc&amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enCA723CA723&amp;oq=Village+Vanguard+nyc&amp;aqs=chrome..69i57j0j69i60j0l3.2309j0j4&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Village Vanguard<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_12\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-york-city-07-20-2020-couples-trip-16_original.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73129\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_14  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h3><b>Alannah\u2019s Travel Tip for New York City<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI\u2019m a huge fan of the Highline, the Chelsea Market and the Meatpacking District. A perfect day for me is to start at the Whitney Museum of American Art to see some exhibits. Then walk along the High Line; when you get to Chelsea Market, have lunch at one of the vendors. Then keep walking along the High Line until you hit the Vessel. Do the Vessel and end with shopping at Hudson Yards. You get to see so much of the city this way in one day. Plus you can squeeze in a monument, a museum, and shopping \u2026 what could be better!\u201d<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp; \u2013 <\/span><strong>Alannah<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/destinations\/new-york-city\/things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York City Travel Tips<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Flytographer customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_13\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-12.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73119\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_15  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Armando in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a><\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michelle and their partner celebrate their anniversary in New York City with a couple photoshoot at Bow Bridge.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_14\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-13.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73120\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_16  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-lauren-k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Lauren in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>. <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caitlin captures memories on her solo adventure to New York City with a Modern Headshot photoshoot.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_15\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-14.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73121\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_17  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Armando in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a><\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patricia and their family capture memories in New York City with a family photoshoot in Central Park.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_16\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-15.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73122\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_18  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-amanda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Amanda in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>.<\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kirby and their partner celebrate their engagement in New York City with a surprise proposal photoshoot at Central Park.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div id=\"SHOP\" class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_6\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_7  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_17\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/SHOP.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-67422\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_19  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h2><b>Where do the locals go to shop in New York City?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World-class, high-end shopping downtown on 5th Avenue is a rite of passage for those who love to shop. \ud83d\udc5c While well-known stores are easily found across the city, we\u2019ve compiled a few of our favourite spots for snagging one-of-a-kind buys.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thrift shopping in Greenpoint. Just across the East River from Manhattan, the artsy neighbourhood fo Greenpoint is known for a variety of thrift stores made for an afternoon of exploring. Yes, you\u2019ll have to dig to find those hidden treasures, but when you find the perfect item for a deal, there\u2019s no better feeling! Our favourites include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fengsway.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feng Sway<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shopfoxandfawn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fox &amp; Fawn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/beaconscloset.com\/pages\/greenpoint\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beacon\u2019s Closet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsandfleas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artist &amp; Fleas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This creative community of makers come together to sell, swap, shop and play at Artist &amp; Fleas. Discover the latest trends in everything from fashion, art, design and more. With multiple locations, including the artsy Williamsburg and the trendy Chelsea Market, this is the spot to find a one-of-a-kind souvenir.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awokevintage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Awoke Vintage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This beautiful consignment shop takes out the hard work of digging for those thrifted treasures, so you can enjoy a curated vintage shopping experience. After all, the best New York style is your own! \u2728<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strandbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strand Books<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Spending a leisurely afternoon in Central Park with a book is one of our favourite activities, and if you\u2019re in search for a new read? This bookstore is a landmark of literary New York, and it\u2019s been in business for close to 100 years. With over 2.5 million books on its shelves, you\u2019re sure to find a read that piques your interest. \ud83d\udcda<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grownyc.org\/greenmarket\/manhattan-union-square-m\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Union Square Greenmarket<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Enjoying a sunny afternoon in Union Square is enjoyable no matter the day, but on market day, the square truly comes alive. Shop everything from farm-fresh greens to flowers, wines, ciders, and you can even join in on cooking demonstrations by NYC\u2019s hottest local chefs. \ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf73<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honourable Mentions: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/brooklynflea.com\/markets\/dumbo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brooklyn Flea Dumbo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us.hay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hay<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.powerhousebooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PowerHouse Books<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alessi.com\/us_en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alessi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bludot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blu Dot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dwr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design Within Reach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artemide.net\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artemide<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_18\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-16.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73123\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_20  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Armando in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a><\/strong> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/allieandsam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Allie and Sam<\/a> capture memories together in New york City with a couple photoshoot at the Brooklyn Bridge &amp; DUMBO.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_19\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-17.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73124\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_21  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/destinations\/new-york-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Flytographer in New York City for Flytographer.<\/a> <\/strong><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courtney captures memories in New York City with a Modern Headshot photoshoot.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text --><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_20\">\n<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-nyc-photographer-flytographer-18.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" height=\"auto\" width=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-73125\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_22  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-amanda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo: Amanda in New York City for Flytographer<\/a>.<\/strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Angela and their partner celebrate their anniversary in New York City with a couple photoshoot at the Lotte Palace &amp; St. Patrick\u2019s Cathedral steps. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .et_pb_row --><\/p>\n<div id=\"PHOTO\" class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_7\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_8  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_23  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h2><b>Best places to take photos in New York City<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy favourite place to photograph is DUMBO. There is an essence on the streets of an old yet modern nostalgia about it. It\u2019s visually rough but full of magic.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-nyc-meet-armando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Armando<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI love taking photos on the Brooklyn Bridge! It may be crowded almost 24\/7, but the views of the city skyline are spectacular and it is so timeless. Shooting during sunrise or sunset on the bridge is pretty darn magical.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/vacation-photographers\/your-vacation-photographer-in-new-york-city-meet-marilyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marilyn<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/destinations\/new-york-city\/routes\/dumbo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Brooklyn Bridge &amp; DUMBO<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/destinations\/new-york-city\/routes\/gapstow-bridge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Gapstow Bridge &amp; Skyline<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a 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