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 🗺 

New York City, NY, USA

The Complete Holiday Guide to New York City

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 2023 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!


Bronx, NY, USA

Brooklyn, NY, USA

Manhattan, New York, NY, USA

Midtown Manhattan, Manhattan, New York, NY, USA

Dyker Heights, Brooklyn, NY, USA

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Queens, NY, USA

New York, NY, USA

Ultimate NYC Holiday Guide

New York, Nueva York, EE. UU.

6 days in New York

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of New York City! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things NYC for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations

All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!

Long Island, New York, USA

Chelsea, Manhattan, New York, NY, USA

New York State, USA

🇬🇧& 🇩🇪 GUIDE ⤵️
Welcome to New York City - the city that never sleeps! Immerse yourself in the pulsating heart of America with its breathtaking skyline, iconic landmarks, and unique energy. Experience Broadway shows, indulge in world-class dining, and embrace the diversity of cultures. Let yourself be enchanted by the city that makes dreams come true

ℹ️ This guide includes:
- 100+ of New York‘s hotspots
- each with a short description, picture & exact address 
- useful tips, websites & phone numbers for your visit 
- low budget / budget friendly places 
- hidden gems, photo locations & the best foodspots 

With this guide, your dream trip to NYC comes true! 🇺🇸🌃🗽

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Willkommen in New York City - der Stadt, die niemals schläft! Tauche ein in das pulsierende Herz Amerikas mit seiner atemberaubenden Skyline, den ikonischen Sehenswürdigkeiten und der einzigartigen Energie. Erlebe Broadway-Shows, schlemme in Weltklasse-Restaurants und erlebe die Vielfalt der Kulturen. Lass dich von der Stadt, die Träume wahr werden lässt, verzaubern!

ℹ️ ​​Dieser Reiseführer enthält:
- über 100 von New York‘s Hotspots
- jeweils mit Beschreibung, Fotos und genauer Adresse 
- nützliche Tipps, Webseiten & Telefonnummern für deinen Besuch
- Low-Budget-/Budgetfreundliche Orte 
- Geheimtipps, Foto-Locations und die besten Foodspots 

Mit diesem Guide wird deine Traumreise nach New York City Realität! 🇺🇸🌃🗽

New York City, New York, USA

🗽New York City: 100+ Must See‘s, Hidden Gems & the best Foodspots (Full Guide)

Welcome to the city that never sleeps! NYC is a vibrant metropolis bursting with culture, history, and endless possibilities. This guide is your go-to resource for navigating the hustle and bustle of New York City. Let me help you make  the most of your New York adventure!

United States

New York City: Your Ultimate Guide to the Big Apple


NYC @ Christmas

Un Itinerario de 4 días en la Gran Manzana 🍎

Manhattan, Nueva York, EE. UU.

New York en 4 días

FAO Schwarz

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FAO Schwarz is an iconic toy store located in New York City, known for its vast selection of toys, interactive experiences, and legendary toy soldiers. Founded in 1862, FAO Schwarz has been a beloved destination for children and families for over a century, offering a magical shopping experience unlike any other.

Situated on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, the flagship FAO Schwarz store is housed in a historic building and spans three floors, featuring a wide array of toys, games, and gifts for children of all ages. From classic toys like dolls, action figures, and board games to cutting-edge gadgets and educational toys, FAO Schwarz offers something for every child's imagination.

One of the most iconic features of FAO Schwarz is its larger-than-life piano keyboard, famously known as the "Big Piano," featured in the movie "Big" starring Tom Hanks. Visitors can step on the keys and create their own music, adding to the whimsical and interactive atmosphere of the store.

In addition to its extensive toy selection, FAO Schwarz offers immersive experiences such as personalized toy demonstrations, interactive displays, and live performances by toy soldiers and other characters. 

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FAO Schwarz ist ein legendäres Spielzeuggeschäft in New York City, bekannt für seine große Auswahl an Spielzeugen, interaktiven Erlebnissen und legendären Spielzeugsoldaten. Gegründet im Jahr 1862, ist FAO Schwarz seit über einem Jahrhundert ein beliebtes Ziel für Kinder und Familien und bietet ein magisches Einkaufserlebnis wie kein anderes.

Das Flaggschiffgeschäft von FAO Schwarz befindet sich an der Fifth Avenue in Manhattan und erstreckt sich über drei Etagen in einem historischen Gebäude und bietet eine große Auswahl an Spielzeugen, Spielen und Geschenken für Kinder jeden Alters. Von klassischen Spielzeugen wie Puppen, Actionfiguren und Brettspielen bis hin zu hochmodernen Gadgets und Lernspielzeugen bietet FAO Schwarz etwas für die Vorstellungskraft jedes Kindes.

Eine der bekanntesten Attraktionen von FAO Schwarz ist sein überdimensionales Klavierkeyboard, das in dem Film "Big" mit Tom Hanks berühmt wurde. Besucher können auf die Tasten treten und ihre eigene Musik kreieren, was zur skurrilen und interaktiven Atmosphäre des Geschäfts beiträgt.

Neben seiner umfangreichen Auswahl an Spielzeug bietet FAO Schwarz immersive Erlebnisse wie personalisierte Spielzeugvorführungen, interaktive Displays und Live-Auftritte von Spielzeugsoldaten und anderen Charakteren. 

The lines can be quite long to enter, but if you want to buy gifts for children, this store can't be beat. It's located right next to the Rockefeller Center Tree, making it a quick stop if the line isn't too horrendous.

En esta juguetería se filmó la famosa escena de Tom Hanks bailando sobre el piano gigante.