Visiting New York for the first time
Visiting New York for the first time
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Welcome to New York! Skip the tourist traps and get a taste of real New York. Maybe even venture to another borrow. Check out these spots that you'll find more locals than tourists.
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Comedy Cellar
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Snag tickets online before hand and be prepared to laugh until you cry. It's not uncommon for some star power to blow onto the stage.
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Prospect Park
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Pack a picnic or grab a city bike and ride the bike path that runs the perimeter of the park.
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Governors Island
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Only accessible via Ferry (download the NYC Ferry app). Journey to this oasis to explore public art and culture, extraordinary recreational and open space, and be inspired by research and education dedicated to addressing the global climate crisis.
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Wall Street Ferry Pier 11
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Main terminal for NYC Ferry. Download the app and take a ride on the ferry. I recommend taking a ride to Dumbo, North Williamsburg, Governors Island, or Red Hook.
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Merchant's House Museum
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Step back in time to this fully intact, turn of the century home which tells the story of domestic life for a wealthy merchant family. I highly recommend a guided tour.
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McCarren Park
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The beating heart that connects Greenpoint to Williamsburg. No matter what time of day, there is always something happening here.
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The High Line
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Previously an elevated subway line, the High Line was converted to a walking park weaving through the sky of Chelsea.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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The Met is truly magical. Drop by, or spend the entire day here.
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9/11 Memorial Pools
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Designed by Michael Arad, this beautiful memorial honors the nearly 3,000 New Yorkers lost. We will never forget.
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Central Park
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The park is huge and a lot of land to cover. Explore between 60th - 80th street area for the most action.
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Union Square
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Bustling square for people watching. Often has vendors and markets, especially on the weekend.
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Katz's Delicatessen
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A New York establishment. Come for the pastrami, stay for the vibes.
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Washington Square Park
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Perfect people watching park with fountain and large marble arch.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mel in New York
Greetings travelers! I grew up on Long Island and have lived in Brooklyn for the past 8+ years . My 9-5 is in tech sales, and my passion is travel/experiences. I've been to over 20 countries and 6 continents, but my absolute favorite place to be a tourist is right here in New York.
I'm so excited to show you around the place I know best (New York), and sprinkle in some of my other favorite places around the world.
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