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    Top Things To Do In New York

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      Tourists posing in front of the Charging Bull in New York City
      Tourists posing in front of the Charging Bull in New York City

      Wondering what to do in New York?

      In a city that’s simultaneously an artistic capital, an architectural gem, a shopping hub, and a foodie’s nirvana, you could spend weeks exploring and still not scratch the surface. The list of things to do in New York City is as varied as it is thrilling, with hundreds of world-famous attractions and exciting activities awaiting its visitors. Aimless wandering is always rewarded by hidden delights around every corner. This diverse city’s neighborhoods are microcosms in themselves, with each offering a different perspective on the city, from African American soul food joints in colorful Brooklyn to the winding cobblestone lanes of Greenwich Village.

      Tourist taking in the beautiful view of the skyline of New York City
      More than the must-sees

      From the Met, the MoMA, and the Guggenheim to a food scene that celebrates the world, there are thousands of reasons the Big Apple brings so many travelers to its tightly-packed streets. The incredible places to see and things to do in New York City aren’t just the most iconic attractions in the city; they’re some of the most iconic in the world. But many of the memorable things to do in New York City aren’t the must-sees – they’re the hole-in-the-wall hidden gems loved by locals. A private tour with a native New Yorker is the perfect way to discover the soul of the city for yourself.

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      New York at night

      New York is known as the city that never sleeps for a reason: when the sun sets, the fun is just beginning. NYC at night is a dizzying kaleidoscope of luminous skyscrapers, late-night venues, and legendary art world icons. Things to do in New York City after dark range from the humblest of activities to the highest culture – it all depends on your mood. Whether you trawl the streets for famous food trucks, see performances of ballet or burlesque, or attend a lavish production at Lincoln Center, the long list of things to do in New York City at night might make you miss out on a few hours of sleep.

      Tourists enjoying a portion of famous fries at an eatery in New York
      A world-famous food city

      Maybe you want to hop between authentic pizzerias in Brooklyn, or sample budget bites at Chelsea Market in Manhattan? Or perhaps you want to taste the best of New York-style cuisine – the pizza, bagels, and cheesecake that the city adopted and made better. Eating at the city’s restaurants, markets, cafés, food trucks, and delis are right near the top of the list of things to do in New York City. The food scene is a multi-cultural melting pot representative of all 200-plus nationalities that call the city home, and crossing between continents is as easy as cutting through Central Park.

      Latest reviews from our guests

        Bill was very knowledgeable! We had an excellent walking tour through Time Square, Rockefeller Center and Central Park. We learned so much about the history of the city and its beautiful architecture. Would highly recommend this tour if you only have a short time in the city.

        November 2023

        Nicole F

        Maurita of City unscripted showed us New York south of 23rd West street. She has been an excellent guide, very knowledgable of the local areas, Wall Street area, China Town, little Italy, Brooklyn Bridge, Greenwich, West Village. We truly enjoyed her company and historic knowledge. Highly recommended.

        November 2023

        Daan d

        Maurita, took us out for the day in owner Manhattan and an in depth knowledge of the history and local stories of the various neighbourhoods we visited. Her Italian background furthermore enhanced the experience in this part of Manhattan, very muchrecommended.

        November 2023

        Daan d

        I gave a list of places to our guide and he listened and hit them all for us. It's a great option if you don't mind walking a lot.

        November 2023

        Jennifer M

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