Best Things to Do in New York City on Vacation

Jennifer's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Little Italy! Buy a bottle of wine, dip some bread in olive oil and balsamic, and enjoy some authentic chicken parmesan!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The Edge at Hudson Yards. The views are breathtaking and they have an area with a glass floor that you can look 100 floors down!

What is your best overall travel tip for New York City?

Wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking a lot! And book a photoshoot with Marilyn from Flytographer to capture your trip. All of our other photos are either missing the other person (so they can take our picture) or selfies.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Marilyn in New York City for Flytographer

Sean's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Leo's Bagels in the financial district for lunch. Bagel options are dynamite and they were massive! Kellari Taverna on 19 W 44th St for greek food. The atmosphere was so relaxed and the food was incredible! Felt like we'd stumbled upon a hidden gem.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The Friends Experience. Empire State Building, especially with the bonus night time visit.

Visited New York City in July

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Rachel's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

We loved so many! Birdland Jazz club was wonderful. Great food and intimate setting. Amazing jazz!! We loved SAGA, and Crown Shy. They are michelin Star rated. SAGA has great views!! For drinks and light bites you must go to Nubeluz in the Ritz Carlton!! Best Grilled cheese sandwhiches. The vibe is AMAZING. Mid century decor and amazing views. Ralph's coffee was fabulous!! Would make a great spot for photos! Bleecker street pizza is the best pizza I've ever had!! 10/10!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

I loved on top of the roc at night! From our experience the best things to see, are things you don't plan for. DUMBO is a must!! So beautiful! Don't miss stopping by the NYC public library. The gift shop there is really neat!! Make sure you ask the locals like Uber drivers etc where they like to eat. Download the subway NYC subway app so you know which subway to take. We loved taking the dinner sunset cruise. Book your photo shoot! You WON'T be sorry!!

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in New York City?

Most places do something for your anniversary or birthday. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and our 19th anniversary. They are only one day apart. St. Clouds gave us champagne and so did Serendipity 3. The Palm Court gave my husband a birthday cake for his birthday. It was AMAZING!!

Visited New York City in July

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Kim's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Jacob's Pickles, Upper West Side - Amazing Southern Fare!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Museum of Natural History Top of the Rock Central Park

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Keep expectations low, travel lightly and always stop for snacks!

Visited New York City in July

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Michelle's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

McHales Bar and Grill!! Is a must. Great drinks!! Little Italy Pizza for the best slice ! Juniors for the cheesecake

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The library!! Bryant Park was stunning. See a show! Wicked was everything and more. Walk around! Take it all in

Visited New York City in July

Photo Shoot Location: Times Square

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Jaimee's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Bleecker Street Pizza in Greenwich Village was ahhhhmazing!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Museum of Ice Cream was so fun!

What is the best tip for celebrating your birthday in New York City?

Tell everyone it’s your birthday or wear a pin and you’ll get free stuff everywhere lol

Visited New York City in June

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Evelyn in New York City for Flytographer

Veronica's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Kyuramen Times Square

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The Met, and the Moma also Little Island and the Highline

Visited New York City in June

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Laura's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

We really enjoyed eating in Chinatown where you will find authentic Chinese food. We particularly enjoyed the soup dumplings which were a totally new experience. We also enjoyed eating at Chelsea Market which has every kind of cuisine imaginable!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Our favourite thing to do was a private boat charter on the river Hudson. It was such a special day and allowed us to get up close to the Statue of Liberty and appreciate the views of Manhattan from a different perspective. Would definitely recommend!

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Grace's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Apotheke - speakeasy bar in Chinatown. Cocktails are presented at prescriptions and each bartender wears a white doctors jacket. The entrance is just a wooden door with the words “Chemist” written on it. You’d miss it if it wasn’t for the bouncer sitting out front!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Comedy cellar comedy show at fat black pussycat High line walk Walking Brooklyn bridge

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

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Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Tori's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Peaches Hot House in BedStuy -- best fried chicken sandwich!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

I love taking the ferry from Brooklyn to FiDi, especially at night -- the best way to see the city and have a New York Moment, but for like $5

What is your best travel tip for New York City?

Bring good walking shoes and only take public transportation (the rats are part of the charm!)

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Jenn's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Razza pizza, amazing pizza!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Central park shoot with Kari

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Amy Mintong's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Hard to pick. NYC are packed with amazing cafes and bars everywhere!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Greenwich Village, downtown Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge and Soho!

What is the best tip for solo travel in New York City?

Just follow your gut trust instinct - Greenwich Village and downtown Manhattan got loads of hidden gems of good cafes, pastries and restaurants. Don’t need to plan rigorously, take a chilled walk anywhere and cosy strolls down the streets nonchalant and spontaneously and you will find yourself in the most beautiful and stunning spots right at your every corner serendipitously!

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: SoHo

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Amy Mintong's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

It’s hard to pick! The Fairfax restaurant around Greenwich Village got the best mussels for dinner if you are into seafood. They are amazing!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Downtown Manhattan, Greenwich Village which is so rich of history and cultural vibes, and SoHo which are all definitely a must go!

What is the best tip for solo travel in New York City?

I’m still new to New York so hope I can explore more of the wonderful city to get inspired!

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Greenwich Village

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Kelli's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Joes Pizza. The best NYC style pizza I’ve ever had.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Kelly Clarkson show taping and Times Square!

What is your best travel tip for New York City?

Don’t go in the winter.

Visited New York City in April

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Jacqueline in New York City for Flytographer

Kendra's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

I loved Caravaggio.

Visited New York City in May

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Ashley's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Tavern on the Green, iconic and chic.

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in New York City?

The Ludlow Hotel is beautiful and simply outstanding!

Visited New York City in April

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

TC's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Empanada Mama on 9th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen serves the best sangria and Latin flavors. Definitely try the guacamole with plantain chips, arroz con pollo, and the pernil empanada. Even better, they're open 24-hours per day!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Even if you aren't going to see a Broadway show, go to the Museum of Broadway. You'll get insight into how the shows are put together and leave with a new appreciation for how talented everyone involved with theater is.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Ask for a hotel room on a high floor. The City That Never Sleeps can be noisy, so if you don't want to wake up to a siren on your romantic getaway, try to be as far away from street level as you can.

Visited New York City in February

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Abby's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Flex Mussels on the Upper East Side is a can’t miss if you like seafood!!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

If you can just spend a day walking the streets, do it! We loved just exploring without set things to do. It allowed us to stop into some great random restaurants and shops. Bios Apothecary in Brooklyn is a super cool spot to create your own perfume scent. Great for anniversaries or a girls day!

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in New York City?

There is so much to do! Let the streets of New York take you!

Visited New York City in February

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Marco's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

1. Chi Restaurant & Bar [Garment District] is an exceptional Chinese restaurant. 2. Cantiere Hambirreria [NoLita] hamburgers are superb, and the music selection is divine. 3. Banh Mi Saigon [Chinatown] has a banh mi sandwich which is unforgettable. 4. Non Solo Piada [Garment District] for breakfast! Their Piadine and Cassoni sandwiches are mouth-watering.

Visited New York City in January

Photo Shoot Location: SoHo

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Jennifer's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Da Toscana was an amazing dining experience. The service was top-notch.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The tour of Central Park with the Central Park Consetvatory was excellent.

What is the best tip for celebrating your birthday in New York City?

It's a beautiful city to experienceany birthday. You can't go wrong.

Visited New York City in January

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Lizett's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

9/11 Memorial MoMa Top of the Rock!

Visited New York City in January

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

David's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

The Peak restaurant was an incredible experience and they even catered an impromptu proposal dessert! Make sure you book ahead of time!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Obviously number one was the Edge, but also Yard House for the New Years ball drop was incredible, the food and company you can find in those who attend was phenomenal! Also Russ + Daughters had some of the best bagel and lox I've had so far and it was right down the street from the Hotel we stayed at, which also had really good prices for New Years time with really quality rooms and service ( Hotel Indigo Lower East Side )

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Rochelle's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Christmas Spectacular and Summit One

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Chiel's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

We loved the pizza at Two Boots 🍕

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Are favorite hidden stop for Christmas pictures was the Lotte New York Palace 🎄✨

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Tara's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Dante West Village, awesome cocktails, delicious food, top notch service and a killer vibe! We also love Juliana's Pizza in DUMBO, its a must for us every trip to NY!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Greenwich Village food tour with Foods of NY Tours walk the Highline walk the Brooklyn Bridge Chelsea Market The Edge at Hudson Yards

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Leyre in New York City for Flytographer

Allison's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Trinity Bar, the Pearfect Pearl was amazing.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Everyone should see the Rockettes. They’re amazing.

What is your best travel tip for New York City?

Stay next to a subway station

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: The High Line

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer