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Top activities to do during the holidays in New York City! Highlights Include: 🎄Where to Find Free Holiday Displays! 🤫Less Touristy Sites! 🍪Holiday Themed Restaurants & Bars! 🌆Best Paid Attractions (Kid-Friendly Too!) Perfect for: Families, Couples, and Friend Groups. This is a live guide, meaning I will update it when I find new favorites or places close. It will automatically sync the changes even after you save it! Note: Most destinations have an audio message & a timestamped video 📹 link if it was ever included on my YouTube Channel. Don't forget to use the attached map 🗺

Few places in the world are more magical than New York City at Christmas. Think of all the holiday songs that have been written specifically about the Big Apple during the holiday. Many experts would even argue that modern-day Christmas, the way we celebrate today, was born in New York City! Temperatures dropping, drinking mulled wine or hot apple cider, seeing a giant illuminated tree on every corner, skating amidst the skyscrapers, and sparkling holidays windows are a huge part of why I love NYC. This guide was created with the intent of helping you enjoy the city in December as much as I do! This Guide Includes: ------------------------------------------- 🎄The most impressive Christmas Light Displays (with a walking route for each) ⛸ Top spots for Ice Skating & Hot Chocolate 🛷 The best holiday shows & markets & Christmas trees 🎅🏻 Where to find Santa 🧭 A suggested itinerary 🗓 Key dates in the City ------------------------------------------- And more! Remember to tag me (@TheMeganDaily) in your photos so I can celebrate with you!

If you are looking to plan the perfect holiday trip to New York City, then this ultimate guide is for you! The holiday season is a magical time to visit and explore New York City and as someone who has called NYC home for 20+ years, I put together this guide to share some of my favorite spots and recommendations for the best things to do, see and eat to help you plan the perfect trip this Christmas and Holiday season! This guide is both a list form and an interactive map which showcases: *Holiday Markets / Shops *FREE Holiday Light Shows / Holiday Decorations *Holiday & Christmas Trees *Decorated Hotels *Holiday Decorated Stores/Windows *Ice Skating Rinks *Holiday Experiences *Decorated Bars/Restaurants *Holiday Snacks *Decorated Neighborhoods/Homes Also in this comprehensive guide, you will find all the key dates you need to know from when everything starts, tree lighting ceremonies, and more. **Please note, some displays have not yet announced their 2024 debuts, so these will be added once they are officially announced! You can also find me on Instagram & TikTok at @adventuressashley for more travel inspiration and tips!