12 Things Every First Timer MUST DO When Visiting NYC !

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  • @HereBeBarr
    @HereBeBarr  4 роки тому +116

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    • @bibekdas5595
      @bibekdas5595 4 роки тому +4

      Love you bro

    • @fmelo25
      @fmelo25 4 роки тому +4

      Hey Barr! Why do you say: members of the barrior?

    • @HereBeBarr
      @HereBeBarr  4 роки тому +9

      Members of the Barr-io. It's a play on my last name, and I was in mexico when I came up with. Barrio= neighborhood. A fan came up with it i liked it.

    • @BookYourImagination
      @BookYourImagination 4 роки тому +3

      I'm dying to get back to NYC! I've been twice before and I've done a lot of what you suggested here, but the rooftop bars, the transit museum, and great pizza -- that's what I'm looking forward to! One of the things I really want to see that you don't have mentioned here is the City Hall Subway station. I think it's expensive, but I still want to see it. Good suggestions!

    • @saimas6642
      @saimas6642 4 роки тому +3

      Hi John, We are a fam of 4 arriving this Monday. Can you give me an idea on good tkt prices for Wicked? I downloaded the TKTS app but its never there? Would hate to miss out on this or overpay; any advice?

  • @maggiel5164
    @maggiel5164 4 роки тому +709

    Him: things to do in your first trip to NYC
    me: watching this video even though I live there

    • @FoodMaster64
      @FoodMaster64 4 роки тому +19

      Same. I been here all my life lol suprising there are a few things is have not done maybe 1 or 2

    • @Toontastic_Juju
      @Toontastic_Juju 4 роки тому +17

      So lucky!!

    • @fccthe3813
      @fccthe3813 4 роки тому +3

      Akoo TV it’s actually not the best if you live there it’s much better if you just visit for a few days

    • @GreekOrthodox7
      @GreekOrthodox7 4 роки тому +23

      Big goof because you can’t afford to live in NYC. People from other countries risk their lives and leave everything behind to come and live in NYC. NYC is the place to live for the rest of your life, doesn’t the fact that it is the most populated city in the US prove this? Almost 9 million people live here. NYC is the city that has absolutely everything, you can do everything here, it’s not just a place to visit for a few days at all, not even close. It is the most amazing place to live.

    • @fccthe3813
      @fccthe3813 4 роки тому +2

      ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ really? Damn okay I mean I would think it would be very crowded and hard to live there

  • @johnvjr24
    @johnvjr24 4 роки тому +897

    12. eat a slice of pizza
    11. go to a rooftop
    10.walk the brooklyn bridge
    9. vist times square at night
    8. explore central park
    7. walk the highline
    6. wander greenwich and west village
    5. see the statue of liberty
    4. roam grand central terminal
    3. vist a museum
    2. go to a broadway show
    1. vist the 911 memorial

    • @IDoesDo
      @IDoesDo 3 роки тому +27

      Stop it
      That's a spoiler

    • @toomanysecrets7121
      @toomanysecrets7121 3 роки тому +16

      Thanks 👍🏻

    • @kellywilson3759
      @kellywilson3759 2 роки тому +15

      I did all these but 2 in 5 days.... It was amazing

    • @dianaavagyan6436
      @dianaavagyan6436 2 роки тому +6

      @@kellywilson3759 im going in a week and will be spending 5 days! Do you have any more recommendations? Where did you go and where did you not go from his recommendations?

    • @JamMaul
      @JamMaul 2 роки тому +8

      Don't forget Rockefeller center!!!!

  • @renna3981
    @renna3981 4 роки тому +747

    Instead of top of the rock which costs a lot of money, you should get a drink at the William Vale Hotel in Brooklyn. The bar is set at the top of the hotel on the 22nd floor. Views are incredible and it's a way more affordable option.

    • @Xiobella22
      @Xiobella22 2 роки тому +9

      Thanks

    • @whyme6534
      @whyme6534 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you

    • @flip1sba
      @flip1sba Рік тому +9

      But from a photographers perspective, TOTR still has the great vantage point to take a photo of the NYC skyline with The ESB in the centre.

    • @ednavalledeltoro8058
      @ednavalledeltoro8058 Рік тому +2

      Did you pay for that???

    • @nikkip683
      @nikkip683 Рік тому +5

      Kid friendly??

  • @abdullahhafeez2210
    @abdullahhafeez2210 4 роки тому +574

    "New York has the best pizza in the world."
    *All of Italy "I'ght imma head out!"

    • @iklbilks6123
      @iklbilks6123 4 роки тому +2

      Filip Srb filipe ne seri.

    • @polokegomampane2848
      @polokegomampane2848 4 роки тому +12

      But pizzas in Italy are trash!

    • @moonbb3am
      @moonbb3am 4 роки тому +51

      @@polokegomampane2848 I'm Italian ad I'm shook ...have you ever tried pizza in italy? WE CREATED IT haha

    • @polokegomampane2848
      @polokegomampane2848 4 роки тому +8

      @@moonbb3am I have when I was in Rome with my wife...never been so disappointed!!

    • @caerab8172
      @caerab8172 4 роки тому +17

      @@moonbb3am I've been to Rome and it was the best pizza (and pasta) I've ever had, which was expected 😍

  • @yeetyoink1019
    @yeetyoink1019 4 роки тому +770

    This guy:best pizza in The world
    Italy:This is an avengers threat

    • @angelowong7030
      @angelowong7030 4 роки тому +9

      Italy wud object to what he said..

    • @yeetyoink1019
      @yeetyoink1019 4 роки тому +14

      @R. A. I have never been to Brazil so you can't convince me :P my Grandmother has been in Italy for 16 years and She makes best Italian pizza

    • @espo5682
      @espo5682 4 роки тому +3

      I'm 'italian

    • @maxell007able
      @maxell007able 4 роки тому +2

      Pakistani pizza 🍕 is also delicious

    • @ItaloZilla
      @ItaloZilla 4 роки тому +8

      Pizza from BRASIL are the best!
      Italian pizza are only famous but they are overrated!

  • @___David___Savian
    @___David___Savian 4 роки тому +257

    Here are 10 more New York City great Dos in addition to John's great recommendations:
    1. To see celebrities in person go to the corner of 53 street and Broadway in Manhattan and go north a few feet up 53 street around 4:30 pm Monday to Fridays (only when the Stephen Colbert Show is taping because sometimes the show is on vacation or is off for a day) and stand behind police barricades that will be there. Then, you'll see the celebrities coming in between 5pm and 6pm across the street from where you'll be standing. Then, when the celebrities finish being on the show they will come out of that side entrance to leave. Many celebs when they are leaving (not when they first arrive) will walk up to the fans and take selfies and shake hands with you. The celebs will walk up to you between 6pm and 45 minutes after that. But, you have to be there early before the fans area fills up.
    2. You can also see celebrity guests going to The Jimmy Fallon Show and Seth Meyer Show and if you're lucky Saturday Night Live Show inside 30 Rockerfeller Center (yes that's the same building that the TV show 30 Rock is based on with Tina Fey). That is near the corner of 50 Street and Avenue Of The Americas and try to be there around 5pm inside the lobby and just ask someone which is the elevator to go to The Jimmy Fallon Show. Then just stand in that elevator side where there is a guard that will not let you in that the elevator side. But, you can stand just outside the elevator side.
    3. If you want to see a specific celebrity that is staring in a Broadway stage show, go to that theater early (especially on weekdays) and ask one of the theater employees where is the side entrance (not the main entrance) where the celebrities come in through and at what time do they arrive which can vary since some celebs come in hours before to put on make-up or costumes for the show. Others don't.
    4. If you are a fan of basball (The Yankees, The Mets), you can find out when they are in town playing in their stadium and get tickets for The Yankees (in The Bronx) taking the 4 train to 161 Street or for The Mets to the stop called Citi Field on the 7 train. This way you can see some of the most famous athletes.
    5. If you want to see a free live music concert from the top singers in the world, during the summer NBC TV network has free concerts near the ice rink in a court yard area in between buildings away from traffic in Rockefeller Center. These shows are presented by The Today Show in the morning during weekdays. Check listings to see when and who will be performing.
    6. If you want to see celebrities being interviewed check 92 Y celebrity interviews on UA-cam to get an idea of how that place is and call that place by Googling it to find out the upcoming schedule of future celebrity interviews.
    7. If you are a Seinfeld fan, there is a Seinfeld bus tour that will take you to the famous real places mentioned on the Seinfeld Show. Google it.
    8. If you want to go to the actual dive bar where Lady Gaga hangs out (and used to perform at before she became famous) go to 123 Rivingston Street in The Lower East Side of Manhattan. Google Map it.
    9. If you are a fan of old Jazz and of Louis Armstrong, just Google Louis Armstrong house museum which is in Queens, New York across the river from Manhattan to actually walk around Louis house inside and see and touch his furniture which is still there the way he left it when he died.
    10. If you want to visit the graves of some of the most famous celebrities in the history of this planet, just search on UA-cam famous celebrity graves in New York City and look at those videos and pick which celebrity graves you want to see and just Google Map each individual cemetery that has those graves. Google at what time each cemetery opens and closes and go early to spend a quiet peaceful day walking around those iconic tomb stones.
    I hope my recommendations helped some of you. Remember to stay away from expensive overpriced places. Some of the best food in NYC are in ethnic neighborhoods like China Town in Manhattan, Little Italy on Mulberry street, the Latin Neighborhood of Washington Heights in Manhattan, the Russian neighborhood of Brighton Beach in Brooklyn and some hot spots like Ethiopian Food, Indian Food, Thai Food, and Philippines Food areas throughout the city. Cheers.

    • @PitestiNation
      @PitestiNation 4 роки тому +11

      Such underrated comment

    • @OTric
      @OTric 4 роки тому +1

      Shi

    • @bukIau
      @bukIau 3 роки тому +21

      Bruh 8 of these involve celebs. who wants to go to NYC to see celebrities lmao

    • @bukIau
      @bukIau 3 роки тому

      David Savian please calm down David

    • @bukIau
      @bukIau 3 роки тому +1

      David Savian No, the fact that you like your own comments does hurt though. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💀

  • @karolinekeffer8615
    @karolinekeffer8615 4 роки тому +23

    Keep up the great videos! As someone wanting to visit, I really like how you recommend "touristy" places anyway because they're just a fun experience "at least once". Perfect mix of recognizing newbie excitement and combining it with your local insight!! Thanks!!!!!! Really glad I found your channel!

  • @aaronoyler6830
    @aaronoyler6830 2 роки тому +27

    I cannot even tell you how much your videos helped. We just got back to small town Indiana from the big Apple. After watching your videos I totally felt like we did NYC right! Went to Chelsea got them tacos from Numero Uno! Learned the subway system, Brooklyn Bagel, walked the Brooklyn Bridge, ate at off the path restaurants. Even though our hotel was on Times Square we ventured out and didn’t stay confined to the tourist stuff. Thank you a thousand times man. Between you and “Clatt” I felt like I just knew what I was doing!

  • @Blackhole48
    @Blackhole48 4 роки тому +226

    I always recommend (if they don't stay in brooklyn) to go first to brooklyn with the subway before going on to the brooklyn bridge. Maybe get an ice cream (italian style) and use the bridge to walk back to manhattan.
    That way you walk towards the skyline what I prefer instead of always turn back around.
    PS.: Please don't stay in the bikelane for pictures ;)

    • @MetFansince
      @MetFansince 4 роки тому +5

      You are right.

    • @amariebloom
      @amariebloom 4 роки тому +4

      I wish I had read this before going!! Those bike riders are so rude

    • @Blackhole48
      @Blackhole48 4 роки тому +17

      @@amariebloom no they ain't rude. They just don't have the time to stop for everybody to ask them calm and polite for the obvious...not standing in the bike lane...would steal (I guess) about 5-15 minutes if they have to...

    • @tinyteemo
      @tinyteemo 4 роки тому +12

      @@amariebloom what do you mean bikers are rude, y'all literally in our fucking lane bruh * avid bike rider in nyc :) *

    • @tboncz
      @tboncz 4 роки тому

      There is Italian style ice cream in the U.S.?

  • @ChrisPro930
    @ChrisPro930 4 роки тому +105

    I work at the 911 Tribute Musuem and I can really tell you it's a must see experience and a true show of what makes New York a special place and her people some of the most resilient in the world!

    • @MJGorin
      @MJGorin 4 роки тому +2

      been there last september, i absolutely agree

    • @fa3556
      @fa3556 4 роки тому +14

      But please remember where you are. I see too many people forget themselves and clown around taking selfies and acting like it's a tourist attraction. Its NOT!! its sacred ground. Respect it!

    • @ianjones7488
      @ianjones7488 3 роки тому +1

      "some of the most resilient in the world" - there are a lot of people in the world who have undergone and undergo much more hardship the New Yorkers and, indeed, Americans. It was a terrible event but please remember thuosands and thousands who experience hardship on a daily basis.

  • @lickburner86esquivel91
    @lickburner86esquivel91 3 роки тому +2

    Your videos have helped me so much. Our last trip was perfect because of you. We did most of the things on this list. We will be going back as soon as this covid settles down some. Thank you again. Your videos are more helpful than u know.

  • @waynegill137
    @waynegill137 3 роки тому +1

    Yes. Thank you for those suggestions. Knowing the cost of these visits helps me to have an idea of the cost of visiting for a week in addition to traveling and hotel expenses.

  • @jeffseidl1176
    @jeffseidl1176 4 роки тому +7

    John, thank you for the great ideas. My family and I are making our first trip to NYC over the Labor Day weekend and we'll definitely use some of your suggestions.

  • @carmenalvarez3309
    @carmenalvarez3309 4 роки тому +10

    Hi ! I’ve been in NYC this month and I want to thank you for all your advices. It was my second trip to the big apple and I enjoyed it much more this time thanks to your so precious items. I will continue to listen to go again ! So many things to discover in this incredible city that I really love 😃

  • @pumpkinlord1117
    @pumpkinlord1117 3 роки тому +27

    "New York has the best Pizza in the world"
    And this is when Italy declared war

  • @zados8536
    @zados8536 4 роки тому +2

    All activities are added to my to do list! One day I will be visiting all the places you have shown us in the video. Thanks for the tips.

  • @steveralston824
    @steveralston824 4 роки тому +28

    John - I just returned from a two week graduation celebration trip (my daughter from UCLA) to NYC. She has always wanted to go there! I had a lot of time and fun in reviewing probably all of your videos and a bunch of the Traveling Clatt as well. Thanks a million for making and posting those videos - we packed so much into our time there and based much of what we did on the information you provided through your videos. We felt like it was a trip we will never forget and boldly explored NYC with confidence! Thanks again... even though the trip has ended I know I’ll still watch your posts (we actually left a couple things undone for next trip). Regards, Steve.

  • @danbalto2175
    @danbalto2175 4 роки тому +4

    Your videos helped my trip to NYC and we did have a great time, we also did it with 9 & 10 yr olds it really is a place for everyone.
    Will see a show next time though. We did not plan to see the memorial but being in that area felt like we had to and it is a must see.
    Love how patriotic 🇺🇸 is!

  • @tjwilliams7566
    @tjwilliams7566 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the video and thank you everyone for the comments , so many great tips.

  • @wicked.game07
    @wicked.game07 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this guidance video I really appreciated it cause it’s updated and fun ! I”ll take it into consideration for my trip to the big Apple... Greetings from Chile ✌🏻

  • @johnlabus7359
    @johnlabus7359 4 роки тому +6

    I've actually done all of these things! Glad to know that I haven't missed much.

  • @2000konnie
    @2000konnie 4 роки тому +145

    For people who love history, I recommend a guided tour of the Brooklyn Bridge. I did that last year, and the tour guide was excellent. Learning of the history behind the Brooklyn Bridge from what it was like before it was built and all the suffering that went into building it made the experience of walk so meaningful to me. The tour company was Inside-Out.

    • @claudiocesardeoliveira2763
      @claudiocesardeoliveira2763 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you friend. Tell me where can I get this guide service? Is there any website or a specific place near the bridge?

    • @2000konnie
      @2000konnie 2 роки тому +1

      @@claudiocesardeoliveira2763 I'm sorry I do not remember the name of the tour operator, but I booked the tour through Expedia.

    • @claudiocesardeoliveira2763
      @claudiocesardeoliveira2763 2 роки тому

      @@2000konnie I will check it out. Thank you so much.

    • @said-fo5vw
      @said-fo5vw 2 роки тому

      Very good

  • @sophiabhatt
    @sophiabhatt 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much it really helped me to make my itinerary. I added few of your suggestion for the visit next year!!

  • @ulrichstern8943
    @ulrichstern8943 2 роки тому +15

    Now let's not get too excited with the best pizza thing (Italian here :D) but the video is so useful! Thank you!

    • @HZV1492
      @HZV1492 Рік тому +1

      Only pizza in Napoli is real pizza

  • @adamahern6968
    @adamahern6968 4 роки тому +8

    Cool video, I went to New York (All the way from Australia) for the first time in April this year and managed to do every single thing off your list. Loved New York, such an amazing place.

  • @ayandat
    @ayandat 4 роки тому +3

    Very informative videos, to me NY always looked like this scary mega city and you often don't know where to start they are just so many places to visit, but with your videos you give some level of confidence and what to look out for. Now my bucket list is complete for my visit to NYC next month and all thanks to you buddy: Much love from South Africa

  • @lawniczakjohn
    @lawniczakjohn 2 роки тому +8

    Hey John,
    Just wanted to reach out and say thanks so much all that you do on here.
    My girlfriend and I moved to NYC in Jan 2020 and your videos inspired us. I can't express how much you've helped us get aquainted with the city BEFORE we moved. So thank you again, keep up the wonderful work, and best of luck on the continued success!

  • @leenabuyousef3119
    @leenabuyousef3119 2 роки тому

    I came back from nyc recently and I have to say your videos were so helpful , thank you so much for all the tips

  • @Will21st
    @Will21st 4 роки тому +26

    I did none of the tourist stuff and explored the city by walking everywhere, or taking cabs. Loved it!

  • @malazxo
    @malazxo 4 роки тому +37

    You read my mind, I'm counting down to my first trip to NY very soon, can't wait to do all these these things. Thanks for all the great NY advice as always!

    • @HereBeBarr
      @HereBeBarr  4 роки тому +1

      No problem !!

    • @valeriegoodes7617
      @valeriegoodes7617 4 роки тому +2

      Me too! Headed there in 2 weeks!

    • @OGtrushalpatel
      @OGtrushalpatel 4 роки тому +1

      How was it? When did you go?

    • @malazxo
      @malazxo 3 роки тому +2

      Went in September 2019! One of the best trips I've ever had, had the most fun and used so many of Jon's brilliant recommendations! Can't wait to go back again asap!

  • @thatswhatisaidCA
    @thatswhatisaidCA 4 роки тому +1

    This is the best list I've seen. Thank you!!

  • @nadiaalhajeri2239
    @nadiaalhajeri2239 2 роки тому +2

    I did all of that in my trips to New York:it was a great experience ❤️

  • @Piper0516
    @Piper0516 4 роки тому +5

    I have been itching for a Nee York trip. Visited the airport more times than I can count but it doesn’t count in visiting New York! I have to go!!!! Love traveling and blending into a crowd. Seems easy here. I absolutely love your guide. I’ll be using it for sure. Thanks!

  • @amandal4398
    @amandal4398 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for another great video! Can’t wait to do all these things for the first time in December ☺️ Can you please make a video with your recommendations for things to do during the winter? Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers, very well deserved 🎉 From your long time Aussie subscriber 🇦🇺

  • @katherinemartin4426
    @katherinemartin4426 3 роки тому

    I really enjoyed your video. You explain it all so clearly of the main places to visit. Thanks❤💯 KGM

  • @johnvieira7778
    @johnvieira7778 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you! I will go to New York next year and I appreciate your suggestions.

  • @markkram9605
    @markkram9605 4 роки тому +256

    youtuber:NYC has the best pizza in the world
    Napoli:😂😂😂😂

    • @Fernando-4785
      @Fernando-4785 4 роки тому +23

      🇮🇹 has the best pizza in the world. 🤷‍♀️ Greets from Europe.

    • @stefandee1970
      @stefandee1970 4 роки тому +7

      Americans.....

    • @tboncz
      @tboncz 4 роки тому +12

      I couldn’t agree more but New York has the best pizza in New York and that is all what they know. Sad for them haha

    • @alek488
      @alek488 4 роки тому

      Thomas B I had better New York style pizza for cheaper in my small town in Massachusetts lmfao I’ve had a 4 dollar Brooklyn slice it tastes like shit

    • @christalbautista194
      @christalbautista194 4 роки тому +6

      NYC better

  • @koreatravel2065
    @koreatravel2065 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you very much for your kind attention to New York tourist spots.

  • @brendanblock8583
    @brendanblock8583 4 роки тому +1

    Was born in new york and moved when I was 5 years old and have lived in florida since. I am almost 22 and just booked a trip to NYC in January! I’m so nervous but so excited

  • @lisadee4490
    @lisadee4490 4 роки тому +2

    coming my way on December2019 till January 2020 thank you for posting!

  • @YousifPhotoshopTutorials
    @YousifPhotoshopTutorials 4 роки тому +100

    LOVED IT ♥ Thanx man for this helpful video

  • @marti6650
    @marti6650 4 роки тому +19

    So happy that in my first trip to NYC I did all of these things. Such a marvelous experience 🙌🏼

  • @PaulCoughlan1
    @PaulCoughlan1 2 роки тому

    I am a life long Nu Yawker and I watch your vids all the time. Thank you for making me look heroic on my NYC dates and giving me locations for my photography.

  • @mariadonadieviernes3031
    @mariadonadieviernes3031 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for a practical yet meaningful insights about the city.

  • @tomasgaud8871
    @tomasgaud8871 4 роки тому +14

    Great vid! I am from Baltic state Lithuania and during my first trip to NY, was lucky to get inside the crown of statue of Liberty. That was a very special moment in my life!

    • @stephenryder1995
      @stephenryder1995 4 роки тому +1

      Give my regards to Vilnius University. Lithuanians are crazy people, but I love them!
      Gimiau ir užaugau Niujorke, tačiau šiek tiek laiko praleidau tavo šalyje, universitete. Nesijaudink dėl Rusijos ir to kiaulės Putino. JAV turi tavo nugarą.

    • @FindTheWay414
      @FindTheWay414 2 місяці тому +1

      O. Thanks. We from Ukraine and we interested about Statue of Liberty last time too

  • @gruuvveejam4733
    @gruuvveejam4733 4 роки тому +13

    ✔✔✔ did all these last week including the Vessel by Hudson Yards at the end of the High Line. Thank you for all your helpful videos 😊

  • @sunnnysun1828
    @sunnnysun1828 3 роки тому +2

    I lived in New York for one year and three months.So that was the best time of my life.I am looking forward to go back.

  • @travelwithaimes
    @travelwithaimes 4 роки тому +1

    Love this! Nails all the top things to do in New York!

  • @missVmilne
    @missVmilne 4 роки тому +3

    Nailed it ! So what to do next trip ? Ha ha, well done. Thanks for sharing.
    Hello from London : - )

  • @Kusal63
    @Kusal63 4 роки тому +11

    The Vdo is truly like visiting NYC sitting in armchair at my home in Kolkata, India.

  • @funlarry4145
    @funlarry4145 2 роки тому

    Great information. I cannot wait to try some of these!!!!! Thank you!!!!

  • @jackiepylaw7988
    @jackiepylaw7988 Рік тому +1

    Thank for the tips to travel New York City! You are great in the podcast!

  • @DonGivani
    @DonGivani 4 роки тому +4

    * walk the 42nd street
    * Visit a baseball / basketball game ( I liked the Yankees)
    * Chelsea indoor market
    * Do a Harlem tour + gospel
    * Visit Brooklyn ( Williamsburg / Coney Island I recommend, follow the D train)
    * Walk fifth avenue ( window-shopping)
    * Take line 7 to Flushing and experience a nice Asian culture there.

  • @wallybeep
    @wallybeep 4 роки тому +5

    Listen to this guy. He knows what he is talking about. If I’d add anything, I add this: start at the battery and walk.... walk upwards through all the neighborhoods, including Chinatown and Soho, and all the way to the upper east or west side to one if the museums. NYC is an aggregation of neighborhoods, and the bast way to see them is to walk them with a subway stop here and there.
    Good advice here if limited in time. Of course, one can never leave Manhattan (and many never do) and live a remarkable life. Short on theme? His advice is sound. One note: many of the major museums are free. The charge you will see is discretionary. Simply pay what you can afford,, and go. One often doesn’t have to pay the price suggested. It’s a suggestion, not mandatory. Read the fine print at admissions. Offer $5 and off you go.

  • @bennyschmidtnz
    @bennyschmidtnz Рік тому

    Stumbled upon this video after visiting NYC a month ago but still managed to do all 12! 😍😍😍

  • @BusesJourneysMore
    @BusesJourneysMore 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for making a very well made informative and interesting video.
    I’m hoping to visit within the next couple of years. Wayne 🇬🇧

  • @Jonathan906
    @Jonathan906 4 роки тому +3

    Helpful! Because am here this weekend with my wife and it's her first time in the city. We've coincidentally already done several of your suggestions, and I think you and I must have similar tastes because all but one of your suggestions are in our plans.

  • @mancello
    @mancello 4 роки тому +7

    As a native New Yawker of 58 years the pizza is the only thing that keeps me here! Good to see you put it at #1.

  • @billparry7058
    @billparry7058 Рік тому

    Love your content and delivery. Excellent thanks 👍

  • @lazarusblackwell6988
    @lazarusblackwell6988 7 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the vid man!

  • @AussieAngeS
    @AussieAngeS 4 роки тому +5

    I am in Australia and I would love to go to New York one day, this was so very helpful thank you for all the great information. New York looks amazing,.

    • @sinnerrodriguez5857
      @sinnerrodriguez5857 4 роки тому

      It is! I grew up in Brooklyn and now live in Puerto Rico, which is also amazing, but my heart is beating for New York.

  • @johnottr
    @johnottr 4 роки тому +40

    One of the best little known museums is the Tenement Museum. Take one of the tours that they offer. They are wonderful.

    • @HereBeBarr
      @HereBeBarr  4 роки тому +5

      I need to go actually

    • @johnottr
      @johnottr 4 роки тому

      @@HereBeBarr You should go. Right up your alley. You will love it.

  • @stevenwhite9307
    @stevenwhite9307 4 роки тому

    Ur the man seen all ur videos going to n.y for the 1st time and feel alot better about it now thank you

  • @Aa.sidharta
    @Aa.sidharta 2 роки тому

    Absolutely right and included to my bucket list..two thumbs up for the info dude.

  • @ewnorrherr9375
    @ewnorrherr9375 4 роки тому +4

    Right you are about Bleecker Street Pizza, John! Sitting there eating a slice of Nonna Marie and Mushroom right now. 👍

  • @thejoshpaul_
    @thejoshpaul_ 2 роки тому +35

    I’m a Bronx local, born/raised in NYC and honestly I haven’t even done half of these things which makes me sad lol. So thank you for recommending these things!

    • @merfwriter
      @merfwriter 2 роки тому +2

      Explore your city like tourist.

    • @poroyan53
      @poroyan53 Рік тому

      @@merfwriter It's a piece of sh..it! It's a third world country.

  • @kameshiam1674
    @kameshiam1674 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the suggestions! I didn't get to do all of it, but I did enjoy my visit in NYC.

  • @joeclavijo8301
    @joeclavijo8301 3 роки тому

    Thanks a lot man ...first time to NY this Saturday with the wifey ...looki g forward checking this places out. 💪💪

  • @Mr.White10-65
    @Mr.White10-65 4 роки тому +18

    If you are a Ghostbuster's fan, Moore St. in Lower Manhattan is the firehouse (interior shot in California) and if you are a Led Zeppelin fan, St. Marks Place is where the cover for the album "Physical Graffiti" was shot. There's tons of random fun spots in NYC.

    • @nasdaqua
      @nasdaqua 4 роки тому +1

      North Moore Street, not Moore Street...correction. In TRIBECA.

  • @PolkawAmeryce
    @PolkawAmeryce 3 роки тому +5

    I love New York's architecture and its massiveness! That's one of the reasons I use New York as background to my YT videos where I talk about living in USA from a perspective of a Polish girl;) With English subtitles obviously ;)

  • @ibiong
    @ibiong Рік тому

    Got me hooked especially with your recommendation about the transit museum... Love it

  • @fhputube
    @fhputube Рік тому

    Shot bro! Planning my 5th trip and my GFs first trip to NYC. Love your vlog style and will be exploring the rest of your content to make our trip to NYC amaze! Cheers all the way from South Africa.

  • @bibekdas5595
    @bibekdas5595 4 роки тому +5

    Here be barr is the my favourite you tube channel

  • @optifroculon
    @optifroculon 4 роки тому +7

    We visited for the first time at the end of March. We literally did everything on this list except a museum. We came on a limited time for a play so we didn't have time. Still, great list man. Would highly recommend. I would also add taking the Staten Island ferry, that was fun.

    • @lizzielh
      @lizzielh 4 роки тому +1

      that's mentioned in the video

  • @axeldiges7092
    @axeldiges7092 Рік тому

    Good advices, man! Thank you so much.

  • @chesneyjacobs6734
    @chesneyjacobs6734 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Here Be Barr. Me and my family just returned from New York last night, and your videos provided us a lot of information for our trips. Thanks keep up the good work. 👍

  • @oMvAvMo
    @oMvAvMo 4 роки тому +4

    This video is absolutely what I needed right now because I was planning my first trip to New York city and I can't do it just because of the coronavirus. I started to follow this channel. Regards from Tuscany!

    • @HereBeBarr
      @HereBeBarr  4 роки тому

      Stay safe and feel free to binge watch my channel to pass the time in Italy during this tough period.

    • @oMvAvMo
      @oMvAvMo 4 роки тому

      @@HereBeBarr thank you man!

  • @NubianGirl7
    @NubianGirl7 3 роки тому +28

    Hope I visit there someday ☺️ greetings from London 🇬🇧

    • @KvngKaiDaDxmonMMII
      @KvngKaiDaDxmonMMII 3 роки тому

      Do u still live in London?

    • @asliceofbread6249
      @asliceofbread6249 3 роки тому

      I live in nyc I just want to see how touristy the guide is but honestly it’s not that bad, though it is very touristy

    • @jamestopic2880
      @jamestopic2880 2 роки тому +1

      London and New York are both great cities.

  • @kobi6y6
    @kobi6y6 Місяць тому

    love your channel.
    I’m planing a trip to NYC on this May (i’m not American) and you very helpful.
    Kudos and keep up the good work!

  • @ximenacabezas2317
    @ximenacabezas2317 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your great suggestions!

  • @crowbarmark
    @crowbarmark 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you for this video, very well thought out and will benefit tons of people. You really nailed it. As someone from NJ, I'm still in awe of Times Square and how there's really nothing like it in the world (really the only thing as close is some areas in Tokyo). If you're list were longer, I would include Coney Island (although its a different borough), as well as Chinatown (particularly the area near Doyers), and Wall Street/Trinity Church area (even though the last time I was there, there was some really ugly scaffolding that blocked the view of Trinity Church from Wall Street.)

    • @flip1sba
      @flip1sba Рік тому

      Much of HK can rival Times Square when it comes to vibrancy especially Causeway Bay and the area of Kowloon around Nathan Road.

  • @CristiVladZ
    @CristiVladZ 4 роки тому +8

    Do you do subscriber meetups?! Would love to meet and discuss. Awesome video, as always! And this comes from a fellow tuber :D

  • @Evilbipolarsweetheart
    @Evilbipolarsweetheart 4 місяці тому

    Trying to plan a trip for my bday.. thank you for all the helpful tips

  • @lovelylasean
    @lovelylasean 4 роки тому

    Great video! I’m visiting in July. I’m so excited! We will do some of these things! 😍

  • @politemenace
    @politemenace 4 роки тому +25

    5:39 made me do a double take. I always forget you have a twin brother.

  • @RonaldoH71
    @RonaldoH71 3 роки тому +6

    Going next month this video has me hyped asf

  • @charmeevyas7170
    @charmeevyas7170 2 роки тому

    Very informative video man thanks

  • @booglywomp5422
    @booglywomp5422 11 місяців тому +1

    ty man this video helped me complete my homework

  • @LynetteOrtiz
    @LynetteOrtiz 4 роки тому +5

    Spot on with the locals avoiding Times Square. Unfortunately I work in Times Square so I can’t avoid it. Great video!

  • @chihchung
    @chihchung 4 роки тому +3

    When you are at grand central station, you can take the elevator to the fourth floor and see an indoor tennis court. It’s Vanderbilt tennis club.

  • @Howl-0
    @Howl-0 2 роки тому

    Thank you! Going to New York for the first time, I’m beyond exited for the trip

  • @alimaiko
    @alimaiko Рік тому

    Thank you! I will try my best to squeeze as much in in 24hrs as possible!

  • @AwesomeSauceRadio
    @AwesomeSauceRadio 4 роки тому +7

    As a native New Yorker. You forgot to mention getting a street pretzel or hotdog. Just part of the service timers experience that I think would be awesome sauce thank you for all your amazing work

    • @MrSteve420b
      @MrSteve420b 4 роки тому +1

      My 1 and only visit to NYC was in 1975 - I was 12 years old. I had a dirty-water dog ( loaded :D ) and a can of cream soda for $1.25, at that time. Dinner that night was at Mama Leone's.

    • @annbush1826
      @annbush1826 3 роки тому

      Unlike New Orleans, food is not a major topic to start a tour. I would put Grand Central and the Brooklyn Bridge as tops ( with David McCulloch’s “The Great Bridge” to understand the unbelievable engineering by which Roebling created suspension bridges).
      The Cloisters.
      A Staten Island ferry ride for the view of manhattan .
      Rockefeller Center.

    • @lalaland9646
      @lalaland9646 Рік тому

      @@MrSteve420b was it good?

  • @ajcreations7558
    @ajcreations7558 4 роки тому +10

    We just took our second trip to New York this past July!! Did almost everything on your list ( we vlogged everything!) We cant wait to go back!!! Southern California girl who is in love with NY!!!!

  • @mohammad-hassanebadi6973
    @mohammad-hassanebadi6973 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much 🎉 That was great information about what place there in Newyourk is

  • @flagirl1673
    @flagirl1673 3 роки тому

    Love NY❤️ I’m looking forward to visiting again! Great video.

  • @paulclarke4240
    @paulclarke4240 4 роки тому +8

    Have done every one of those 12 things over the course of 3 1/2 weeks (in two trips). NYC pizza is hands down some of the best pizza I've ever had. Rockefeller definitely better than Empire State Building. Mate my heart forever belongs to your city and your videos just remind me why. Never stop!

  • @garrus_vakarian7188
    @garrus_vakarian7188 3 роки тому +36

    Ok everyone my man did a good job but he might not have some of the native knowledge you need to know. First and foremost, his pizza recommendations are totally wrong and tourists traps. Johns on bleeker, joes on 7th. Avoid dollar slices they’re great on a budget but you’re visiting, get the good stuff. In Brooklyn Difaras is best all NYC but its deep in Brooklyn, otherwise Lucalis is amazing in iconic neighborhood of carrol gardens Brooklyn. Brooklyn. You must spend at least 2 days in Brooklyn alone there’s just as much to do as in the city (Manhattan). You’re gonna want to see iconic Coney Island and get your Nathans hot dog, if you’re visiting during the summer you simply can’t pass on Coney Island. South Brooklyn (near Brooklyn bridge) is amazing and has some of the best restaurants in NY. If in season go to the Bronx for a Yankees game then arthur avenue after for dinner thats the real little Italy.
    Here’s the real pro tips:
    1. Walk fast on busy streets or you’ll see why we have a reputation (thats not true at all) for being rude, if you’re walking slow your actually the one being rude.
    2. This ONLY applies in busy areas during the rush. Don’t make eye contact or smile at strangers, especially on the subway. Again this is rude.
    3. If in a busy deli/store/pizzeria no small talk, the words please and thank you are meaningless. Give your order, get out the way, have your payment ready. Holding up the flow is again rude, and the cashier probably deals with thousands of people a day, they just cant give everyone attention.
    4. Avoid staten island, its a dump (no really it is) and the people there are terrible.
    Basically go by the old saying “when in rome, do as the romans do” NYC is Rome.
    Don’t be nervous, believe me we’re some of the friendliest people in the world despite what you heard. You need directions ask somebody (just not someone walking fast with their head down) you’ll get them, detailed with patience, and probably followed by a recommendation. Our night life is unmatched, make friends but don’t trust anyone if thats makes sense. Until you actually get to know them. It’s not that we’re untrustworthy it’s just that there are a lot of scams.
    Remember its a city of 8.5 million people and has as many as 15 even 20 million on a given day with commuters and tourists. Some are gonna be jerkoffs, but most are cool. We’re a city made up of every walk of life, and we pretty much all get along. We wouldn’t have it any other way. In NYC it doesn’t matter where you’re from/ what you believe, its how you act.
    Follow my advice and the videos you’ll have the time of your life! After all, it’s the greatest city in the world.

  • @expatjourneys8962
    @expatjourneys8962 2 роки тому

    Seniors first time to visit New York. But we travelled all over America. New York is is in bucket list. Thank you for your blog. From the Island of Philippines 🇵🇭