New York, New York – what’s not to love about New York? As one of the most popular cities to visit and one of the most touristic cities in the world, with the mass amount of people that enter this place every single year to fill out their tourist dreams, there are some must-sees that you need to take into account when you go there. Many new travelers to New York fall prey to the idea of just roaming around the city and seeing what’s in store, however, many don’t realize just how big the city is, therefore, they often miss out and a lot of must-sees that they wouldn’t have missed out on, had they done a little bit of research.
This article aims to shed light on some of the biggest must-sees or plans that you need to venture into during your time in New York. It aims to shed light on the importance of culture through Broadway shows, touching on the cuisine that you need to dive into when you’re in the Big Apple and then outlining some of the main sites that you simply can’t miss.
Watch A Broadway Show
If there is one thing that New York is known for, it is their Broadway shows. If you have spent any time in Times Square, you will know that many people approach you with tickets for a Broadway show. However, this is something that you need to be wary of because some of these tickets are sometimes not legit. It is much smarter for you to purchase these tickets on an actual ticket sale site and find a comédie musicale that suits your needs – it doesn’t have to be a musical that is very much like Mary Poppins, I can also be a musical like Wicked, that incorporates a little bit more sass and ingenuity.
Whichever option you go for just make sure that you get there 30 minutes before, as they can sometimes even be a line even though you have a ticket and ensure that you eat something before because you’re not allowed to bring snacks inside. On the topic of cuisine and eating. Now it is time to eat your heart out in New York.
Eat Your Heart Out
Another thing that New York is known for, is its food. It is a city that never sleeps, which is true and it is also a city that kitchens never sleeps. You can find the most delicious pizzas, New York bagels, pasta, wraps and honestly anything else that you want. Whether you are in the Bronx, Brooklyn or Manhattan, you will easily be able to find delectable spots.
One main suggestion is to try things that New York is known for, such as the New York pizza slice, which is a normal slice of pizza but just massive. There are many New York pizza slice bars and restaurants all around the city, where you can get a slice of pizza for $1, sprinkle some chili or salt on the top, stand outside at a round tall table and look at the people walking by you. Another thing you need to look into is the New York bagels, there are loads of New York bagel shops all around the city and this article does not intend to persuade you to go to one of the other, just follow your gut and your sense of smell. Make sure to try the rainbow bagels, as these are something very unique to New York or you can just go for the typical bagel with the sesame bagel seasoning. You can fill these with cream cheese, salmon or even some pickles and beef. Beyond this, there are also a few bakeries that you should visit, such as Magnolia Bakery or Milk Bar store.
These are crucial to your New York experience, as they have a lot of New York deserts. The savory and dessert food industry in New York is one of the best in the world, so this is definitely a place where you do not want to be thinking about a diet. Live and let live.
See the Main Sites
Beyond the food and the shows, there are a lot of other sites that you should go to. One of them is the Brooklyn Bridge, which is really fun to walk across. Then you also might want to take a turn at Central Park, pack a picnic and just park yourself in the park ( excuse the pun). If you’re looking for something a little bit more lively you can also go to the Met Museum, which comes with quite a hefty entrance prize but it is worth it. Alternatively, you can also go to the Guggenheim Museum, with its beautiful round arches that you can spend hours getting lost in. Otherwise, you can honestly just take the Metro, which is a New York experience in itself.
Well, there you have it, these are some of the best suggestions for you to follow on your next trip to New York. If you’re looking to go watch a comedy musical, just make sure that you book your tickets well in advance, these can sell out fast. If it’s the cuisine you’re after, make sure to go with an empty stomach. Or if you’re looking to go to the main sites, pack good walking shoes as New York is surprisingly large.
Bob Duncan is the lead writer and partner on ConversationsWithBianca.com. A passionate parent, he’s always excited to dive into the conversation about anything from parenting, food & drink, travel, to gifts & more!