16 NYC MUST SEES for FIRST TIMERS | Advice from a NYC Tour Guide

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2024

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  • @TheMeganDaily
    @TheMeganDaily  2 роки тому +15

    Thank you so much for watching. Feel free to add anything you'd like to this guide by commenting below. My goal is to help everyone have their VERY BEST NYC experience. Please remember to click subscribe and visit themegandaily.com if you'd like to book a tour.:)

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      @kamaldad-qs8oy Рік тому

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  • @sharonsemko3046
    @sharonsemko3046 2 роки тому +25

    I started following you right before our trip to NYC 2 weeks ago. We did your Central Park walk in reverse after visiting the MET. I’m glad I wrote it out! We had no idea how overwhelming Central Park could be but your map made it fun and easy. Watching your videos is inspiring me to plan our next trip there next year! Thank you!

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Рік тому +3

      Yeah, Central Park is massive. It’s not some small park like you see in other cities. My personal favorite time in Central Park is in the winter with snow.

  • @TripHacksDC
    @TripHacksDC 2 роки тому +12

    Tours are absolutely the way to see the city. I have taken several in NYC and they re always worth it!

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Рік тому +2

      You can learn stuff that many locals don’t know. Many locals have never seen anything in New York except a local pizza shop and the usual essentials for daily living.

    • @shavondamartin7561
      @shavondamartin7561 Рік тому

      How much usually

  • @knavehart
    @knavehart 2 роки тому +15

    Great Video Megan, speaking as a 20+ year New York CIty resident.

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @61basat
    @61basat 2 роки тому +6

    Wow! Really like the way you take us through the city.

  • @petraNord
    @petraNord 3 місяці тому +1

    Watched the video AFTER our NY-trip 😂, but it seems that we did it not too bad during our 9 days 😊. I absolutely agree to what you say about the Tenement museum. What an unexpected jewel, we had such a great guided tour there and it was amazing to hear and see so much immigration history in such a personal way. At the end of the tour it was almost as if we knew the family we followed listening to their Story told by the excellent guide ❤

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @andreasherup
    @andreasherup Рік тому +3

    This video gives me so much insight before our trip to NYC next week. Thanks Megan

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @timsarles6977
    @timsarles6977 11 місяців тому +1

    We just had a few days in NYC, but with your insightful and honest recommendations we were able to hit a few spots that absolutely made our trip. Thank you, Megan!

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be your tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @JaymLee98
    @JaymLee98 5 місяців тому

    Megan reminds me of a Disney princess! Loving watching these videos before my trip to NYC

  • @Rahatvlogexperince
    @Rahatvlogexperince 7 місяців тому +2

    Megan very good information you shared . you are doing great job. keep it up

  • @IrfanA7861
    @IrfanA7861 6 місяців тому +1

    Wow, next week I'll be there and will try to visit all of these places, thanks a lot!

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @brucietheshark
    @brucietheshark 9 місяців тому +2

    Great video! I'd recommend doing the The High Line as well!

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @divinehelps24
    @divinehelps24 Рік тому +1

    ❤This video is amazing! So much valuable information. Thanks for sharing.❤

  • @deborahrobertelli8714
    @deborahrobertelli8714 3 місяці тому

    Tony Dinapolis and carmines 2 of my favorite Italian places to eat with a family style menu!!

  • @Thomas1980
    @Thomas1980 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic sharing😊
    Super nice video! BIG LIKE😍👍👍👍
    I'm traveling to New York in October. I am really looking forward to it!

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому +1

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @theinvestigator4078
    @theinvestigator4078 2 роки тому +3

    @The Megan Daily you are so good at what you do! I seen you on Sifat's channel and I subscribed. I think you are going to be famous.

  • @paulamalcomson7533
    @paulamalcomson7533 8 місяців тому

    love picnic or walking

  • @gheller2261
    @gheller2261 Рік тому +1

    Grimaldis instead of Julianas. Then walk the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and stroll into brownstone Brooklyn.

  • @sharonsemko3046
    @sharonsemko3046 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @jf0817bl
    @jf0817bl 6 місяців тому

    I just found this and wanted to view it since I'm in NYC a lot, and wondered if I am missing something. I must say that I go to the 9/11 memorial, but I have never been in the museum. That day was so horrific and embedded in my psyche that I don't think I could emotionally handle the museum. Maybe someday I'll be able to settle myself from the horror and do so. Thanks for your video.

  • @Mrbeahz1
    @Mrbeahz1 Рік тому

    At 17:17, I love the "My Little Pizza" rating book!
    And at 13:00, you look marvelous!

  • @jimrobinett2254
    @jimrobinett2254 6 місяців тому

    SO MUCH FUN WATCHING IDE LOVE TO VISIT NEW YORK AND FREEDOM TOWEL

  • @stormeagle2865
    @stormeagle2865 Рік тому +1

    Funny you mention Julia’s pizza! I’m coming in February and that’s my first stop after walking the Manhattan bridge. Coming to do some street photography and see a concert (it’s my like 7th trip to NY tho) 😊😊
    My first trip was with my high school band. We played in Carnegie Hall! Something not a whole lot of people can say!

  • @saggydan
    @saggydan 5 місяців тому +8

    WAIT - the subway is both the cheapest AND least expensive way to get around the city? No way!!

    • @ctieco3549
      @ctieco3549 2 місяці тому

      Yet people still don’t wana pay for it🤦‍♂️

  • @e.sgriffinster4123
    @e.sgriffinster4123 9 місяців тому

    Love you video. I have visited The Empire State building twice and absolutely love the old charm . I've also visited The One World Centre which was amazing with its 360' views. I did a helicopter ride yrs again and can definitely say I enjoyed One World better

  • @riverrun1616
    @riverrun1616 3 місяці тому

    We will be there is August ❤

  • @Hannah.Williams
    @Hannah.Williams Рік тому +1

    So valuable!!!!!!!

  • @projetoaquariodeparede4014
    @projetoaquariodeparede4014 5 місяців тому

    Very helpful video. Thanks

  • @nyccommunitymember
    @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому +2

    I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @averyhebert335
    @averyhebert335 Рік тому

    Thanks. I love all of your videos and content. Headed there in 39 days. Yes my husband and I are counting down!
    Come on guys smash that subscribe button!!!

  • @johannabeneteau6097
    @johannabeneteau6097 Рік тому

    Great video, Thank you Megan!

  • @ReneWang-lm6uk
    @ReneWang-lm6uk 6 місяців тому

    Thx for sharing.
    Going to visit NYC in a week.

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @krishkumarlavudya7958
    @krishkumarlavudya7958 11 місяців тому

    Hy Megan..nice to seee your videos it's soo goodddd.....

  • @elltom88
    @elltom88 10 місяців тому

    Great video!

  • @anikohaasz3737
    @anikohaasz3737 12 днів тому

    We plan to visit NYC in October, and that will be our first time. I really appreciate your videos and find them very helpful. We'll try streetfood, like you suggested, but would love to taste the best NY bagels (because we've been told not to miss it). Do you have any recommendations, if we eat glutenfree and organic? Can we get that kind somewhere in or around Central Park?

  • @pittsburghliving412
    @pittsburghliving412 Рік тому +1

    I prefer to walk Central Park and people watch at Bryant Park AND the Highline.

  • @shazianaeem-p8q
    @shazianaeem-p8q Рік тому

    beautiful places

  • @TheHost345
    @TheHost345 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the tip abt central park. I plan to go there this fall 😊

  • @chloesky1782
    @chloesky1782 Рік тому

    omg that Brooklyn pizza 😋.....thanks for the great tips

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @carlosr6264
    @carlosr6264 Рік тому

    Great video excited for my trip in August.

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @bobosofyan5801
    @bobosofyan5801 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing

  • @Sonoman023
    @Sonoman023 Рік тому

    New subscriber from Chile….
    I would like to take a tour with u…I will visit NYC this next winter with my family…
    By the way..,great video…really enjoyed it….

  • @francinejaninesarmiento1797

    Watching your vlog made me feel like I was right there with you! Just wanted to ask if you've come across the new V4 of the Bento Bag from Nomad Lane. It's generating quite a buzz among travel enthusiasts, and I thought it might catch your attention for your next adventures.

  • @richt.4900
    @richt.4900 2 роки тому +1

    Baring in mind at how much there is to see, people won’t be short of things to do however, I think you just about nailed it girl👌🏻, getting the quality right is key. I’m bringing my favourite wife over at the end of September from this side of the pond here in England. Cheers m’dears 🍻👏🏻🍺
    Happy 4th of July guys 🙃🤗🙂.

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @stevenmorris4492
    @stevenmorris4492 2 місяці тому

    Would you recommend going to New York alone?, as I'm thinking of going.

  • @bayou__
    @bayou__ 5 місяців тому

    Keren ❤❤❤❤ New York city

  • @kabirahmed1128
    @kabirahmed1128 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @jacksonamaral329
    @jacksonamaral329 Рік тому

    Great. Wanna visit this city soon.

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. Next time I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @jennyjaffa66
    @jennyjaffa66 Рік тому

    Loved the video & Love your dress- so versatile. Can you tell us where it's from?

  • @gilbertoparas9388
    @gilbertoparas9388 Рік тому

    I'm firstime, idol.

  • @johnbatriz7870
    @johnbatriz7870 4 місяці тому

    Do you give the Torres in Spanish?

  • @krishkumarlavudya7958
    @krishkumarlavudya7958 11 місяців тому

    Which company tour guide better.....magi 😊

  • @thegeneral123
    @thegeneral123 2 роки тому

    I like the ESB best so far as it's special for me. I don't think top of the Rock was open when I visited last in 2004, I know The Edge, 1 World Trade and Summit One didn't even exist then.

  • @marianamenezes7943
    @marianamenezes7943 Рік тому +1

    what was the app you were mentioning about broadway on a budget?

  • @pamelabaccay7525
    @pamelabaccay7525 6 місяців тому

    Hi! which airport in NY is the nearest to NYC attractions?

  • @adriansirias87
    @adriansirias87 Рік тому

    Hiii, glad i found your videos, im visiting NY for the first in late May 2023, i couldnt get the pizza place name in Brooklyn, hope someone can reply with it, great video!!!

  • @revivalnow2011
    @revivalnow2011 8 місяців тому

    I WILL BE IN NYC IN MARCH. WOULD YOU GUIDE ME TO VISIT ALL THESE PLACES? I AM A FIRST TIMER
    I WANT TO PAY ON SPOT. I WILL STAY AT MILLENIUM HILTON UN PLAZA

  • @ralphaaa80
    @ralphaaa80 9 місяців тому +2

    Why would anyone go shopping on holiday?

  • @AwesomeSauceRadio
    @AwesomeSauceRadio Рік тому

    This video was awesome sauce. I left my butt off when you said you can tell your friends you saw a rat. Do you do tours for people with handicaps?

    • @tufailnaul3347
      @tufailnaul3347 Рік тому

      you have any guide

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому

      I do! Fill out the customized tour form on my website themegandaily.com OR book a tour and make sure to tell us what sort of accommodations you need.

    • @AwesomeSauceRadio
      @AwesomeSauceRadio Рік тому

      megan, going to do it later.i saw your an actress?could i book you for a project around the week of new york comiccon?i will send you a messate via the link you sent me .thank you so much.stay awesomesauce .blind adam out@@TheMeganDaily

  • @jamisonhayes3696
    @jamisonhayes3696 Рік тому

    Hi Megan,
    I'm wondering what are the daily rates for a private guided tour for 2 people.

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому +1

      Visit my website at themegandaily.com :-) All the rates for the various tours are listed there.

  • @elainebarn
    @elainebarn Рік тому

    Coming over in April. This was helpful, thanks. My daughter is a Friends fan. Can you recommend a reputable company to book tickets for the Friends Experience? Thanks

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому +1

      I'm sorry, I just saw this. In general, I'm always a fan of just booking direct!:-)

    • @elainebarn
      @elainebarn Рік тому

      @@TheMeganDaily 😂 we did that thanks. Really enjoyed it.👍

  • @gabrielgama2841
    @gabrielgama2841 9 місяців тому

    Megan volte urgente a fazer videos de 33 minutos duração

  • @ape4amc636
    @ape4amc636 2 роки тому

    I can't find anything online about the climb experience on One World Trade Center??

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  2 роки тому +2

      The CLIMB experience is at THE EDGE in Hudson Yards.:-)

  • @gabrielgama2841
    @gabrielgama2841 9 місяців тому

    Answer in portuguese for me

  • @myworldmeumundo2633
    @myworldmeumundo2633 Рік тому

    Lucky you if you can afford shopping on 5th Ave..$$

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому

      I will say that A)you can get GREAT deals the high end stores...but there are also stores like Abercrombie & Fitch and Uniqlo as well where us mere mortals can shop.

  • @gheller2261
    @gheller2261 Рік тому

    Cheapest and least expensive mean the same thing.

  • @alanhargreaves1278
    @alanhargreaves1278 2 роки тому

    I like to hire a bike in Central Park, best done at the weekend I believe as it's closed to most traffic

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  2 роки тому

      Love that! So many people enjoy biking through the Park!

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Рік тому

      I used to ride my bike around Manhattan. It’s a little dangerous but I actually love it.

  • @dx42
    @dx42 Рік тому +1

    Governors Island

  • @TripHacksDC
    @TripHacksDC Рік тому

    How come NYC tour guides always say they are licensed? Are there unlicensed guides we need to watch out for?!

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому

      Ask this question before hiring a NYC tour guide

  • @stefankapanski3210
    @stefankapanski3210 Рік тому +1

    I was really shocked how crappy the infrastructure in NYC is. Like in a 3rd world city. The metro is a dumpster. Besides the downtown area, a lot of buildings are in a tragic condition.
    European cities are way better.

  • @gabrielgama2841
    @gabrielgama2841 9 місяців тому

    Megan pare de fazer videos curtos...que eu nao assisto.

  • @genevieve730
    @genevieve730 6 місяців тому

    What, no side trips to the migrant shelters? Your tour didn’t include this.

  • @biancajasmine5068
    @biancajasmine5068 6 місяців тому

    Eww this was s bad😂😂😂

  • @blueduck5589
    @blueduck5589 Рік тому

    I stopped watching when she said, "The Big Apple." No New Yorker would even think of calling it that.

    • @TheMeganDaily
      @TheMeganDaily  Рік тому +7

      Well, thank you for taking the time to boost my engagement with a comment! I will tell you, gotta mix it up or else you're be sick of variations of "The city" "NYC" "New York" and "New York City." And... the cool New Yorkers actually will occasionally say The Big Apple.

  • @AjitJoshi686
    @AjitJoshi686 Рік тому

    You are doing a great job. Cheers

  • @karthikg7593
    @karthikg7593 Рік тому +2

    @TheMeganDaily Your videos were so helpful to plan our first time New York trip.. your explanation on each place and accessing them made it so easy for us.. We had a great trip as if we knew New York for a long time 😀 Thanks to you. And you deserve more views n subscribers❤️ And your short videos are so informative about New York 👌👌

    • @nyccommunitymember
      @nyccommunitymember Місяць тому

      I'm here in 2024. Been here since I was born in 1975. I'll be the tour guide for the hoods of NYC. That's where the real fun is at! Can't just stay downtown. Gotta come uptown too to spots like the Apollo on 125th and other spots in upper Manhattan where the food is good also. Pizza is good but you gotta get a chopped cheese from a Bodega! You gotta experience walking through the projects and just taking a seat on the benches. You wanna experience the real NYC you gotta get outta the bright lights sometimes and go where it's a lil gritty!

  • @freedomthroughspirit
    @freedomthroughspirit Рік тому +1

    A "sports game" had me laughing. Not all sports are called games (tennis match for example at the US Open in Flushing Meadows comes to mind). "Sporting event" sounds broader and better. But great video, love your energy and your information. Thank you and cheers. 🤩💜☺ And I love that you mentioned the Tenement Museum.

  • @damianwalsh879
    @damianwalsh879 4 місяці тому

    Going New York in August Megan love ❤️ your video , I’m from london England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 my first time

  • @gabrielgama2841
    @gabrielgama2841 9 місяців тому

    Responde em portugues

  • @ThePumpkinEye
    @ThePumpkinEye Рік тому

    where can i get reasonable prices for sports game events?

  • @peterwilson3733
    @peterwilson3733 5 місяців тому

    Wow best review av seen thank you 🙏 apsalutly amazing