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New York, "The City That Never Sleeps" and that attracts about 65 million visitors each year is one of the most visited cities in the world. "The Big Apple" as it is also nicknamed boasts endless opportunities for exploration and immersing yourself in to the city's vibrant atmosphere. Planning a trip to NYC? This guide gives you an overview of the sights, the most famous, must-do's, hidden gems, free activties, delicious food and a few hotel options. I've included all the places that I visited and that I would recommend, as well as the ones I wanted to go to but didn't have enough time. Please note: My guide focuses on visits during the summer months and is not designed for Christmas shopping and winter activities.

Our quick take on every restaurant/cafe/bar/bakery we visit in NYC, updated as we go (plus a score for El Prez). Tips/tricks/suggestions provided for all types of situations (e.g., reservation requirements, best order options, pics, pricing, etc.). Newest reviews at the top of the list. This is a combination of some well-known spots, holes in the wall, late night bites, and neighborhood gems across the city (predominantly Manhattan & Brooklyn). PRO TIP: If you want to search for the best spots according to us, just 'CMND/CTRL + F' for "8." or "9."

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!