I'm trying to move to NYC but I'm homeless I also look at Action Kid's videos Manhattan I heard I don't know how true it is that they help the homeless come out of poverty
A couple of more suggestions: ride the Roosevelt Island tram at dusk for amazing views, ride the elevated 7 train to Flushing to see a variety of different neighborhoods.
There's something hauntingly beautiful about this city, that you will feel a part of you stays with her everytime you leave. Experienced NYC during Halloween and beginning of the Christmas Season, and as you said- The city is so magical, so beautifully chaotic!
I would add going to Grand Central to this list. First timers are always amazed by the size and beauty of it, and a lot of people don't realize all the movies filmed there until they see it in person.
I am going to say every first-timer needs to come and see a show either on or off Broadway. NYC is such an iconic spot with some the best theater in the world. It is the only reason why I end up in Times Square as a local, but it is worth it.
I had the best time in NY as a solo holiday, I only stayed a week but I've no regrets. I managed to avoid all the tourist traps and mistakes because I watched your videos first. I did decide to walk everywhere but only so I could take in all the sites and atmosphere I could. The only thing I did splash the cash on was the helicopter ride but that was worth it. I did the staten island ferry for the statue and enjoyed sometime on staten island before coming back. I did Brooklyn Bridge and walked both ways and enjoyed DUMBO and Brooklyn. I honestly loved it and felt very safe being alone in NY during the day. It was always busy but it meant a lot was going on. Very hot at summer though. I went to the vanderbilt for the skyline and did a cheesy solo walking tour of the big sites. I did go to see the ghost busters fire station but that's because ghost busters was a favourite childhood movie. I love your channel and I loved NY
minute 1:05, amazing, almost 50 years ago, Robert De Niro representing the charater Travis Bickle in the movie "Taxidriver", ...for the older ones among us.
I'm glad to say I did pretty much everything on that list. It may be a once in a lifetime experience, so you got to do it right. Relax when you get back home!
It is IMPOSSIBLE to replicate the goodness of a NYC hot dog from a street vendor. The sloppier the better. This, in itself, is a reason to come to NYC! (My only comment is if you like yellow mustard and not deli mustard, bring your own packets and sneak it on after the vendor hands you the dog.)
My wife and i made our first trip for a weekend in early November. Your videos helped immensely. We did knock out 8 or 8.5 things from this list. Bryant Park already had its Christmas market and ice skating so we got a glimpse of the holidays in the city!
Did 9 out of 10 on this list and honestly it was all your videos. Last year I did a solo trip and NYC was still empty so that was an experience I don’t think I’ll get to have again in my life time. Definitely planning another one and as always I will be following your great recommendations and using your guides to get the best experience. Thank you for helping make my first visit one to remember 💜. The one I missed was the taxi I was on a budget so it walking or the subway to get around with the exception of the boat ride to 🗽.
We're visiting next May(from Scotland 🏴) for the first time.Everytime we watch one of your web casts what to do,where to go,,,,wish it was tomorrow we were going 👍
the iconic yellow taxis are my favorite, tips on the sunset tour to see the liberty, Hudson river, the Crown inside is incredible. thanks for sharing and making the video. Good work
I have always wanted to visit New York. I’m from the UK and it’s mine and my wife’s 10 year wedding anniversary this year. I have booked a 4 day trip to there and I cannot wait. I am so excited. We are coming at the end of November so I can’t wait to see Rockafellas, Central Park, you name it. Gonna be a busy 4 days!!
I been to New York once and that was it because I was visiting my family from NJ I've been to Time Square before as well but I do plan of visiting New York again soon! It's one of my favorite Cities!
New York is beautiful ❤️ America is beautiful ❤️. Best wishes and all the best to America. Hollywood has played the key role in popularizing American lifestyle and creating a fascination about America in the world. America just seems so familiar ♥️.
Another great one from the uncrowned King of NYC. Thank you and much appreciated. Visiting for the first time next year in September and your videos are gold for researching.
As usual the main man nail's another video. Such sound practical tips and tricks for this great City. I have done 7 of these. Will be ticking off two more in April. Just won't be touching one of those hot dogs on the street, even though Billy is the man. Once you know what's in them it makes you think. Any first timers to NYC should view this video. Well done again Jon.
As a native NYer, I think this a great list! Billy is awesome, and the Rossi family's cart in front of the Met is great as well (so some great hot dog options either side of the park!)
On the second trip, check half the box with your list: Brooklyn Bridge, Observation from the ESB, Times Square, Central Park, Opening of the rink at the Rockefeller Center, plus lunch at Union Square & Wall St in the afternoon at closing bell. Thanks for validating its value as the NYC experience.
We went to a bodega by the train station on our last day, got some food for the train ride home. We both agreed it would be our first stop on our next trip. One of the best sandwiches I have ever had. Plus the workers were so nice.
Thank you for making these videos! I just came back from my first visit in NYC. Only had a day and a half to sightsee but thanks to you I managed to plan it out nicely and experience the essentials!
My wife grew up in midtown Manhattan, so I spent a total of about 3 months in NYC back in the 1990s. Had almost no prior experience with big cities. The one specific attraction I'd recommend that you didn't cover is the American Museum of Natural History. I love that place. The other thing I'd recommend is, be sure that you're prepared to walk at least a couple of miles per day, and bring shoes that are comfortable for walking.
I’m a kid in a candy store when I have friends visiting. Don’t forget the THEATER and two MLB stadiums in the summer. Don’t go to chain restaurants in midtown but walk in the neighborhoods. And the shopping, oh, to die for.
Just wanted to Thank You for your videos. I was in NYC 2 weeks ago and watched your videos prior to going and has helped me a lot and your recommendations. Really appreciate your UA-cam channel.
As a former new yorker I can say christmas hasnt felt like christmas sense I left new york. New york takes christmas VERY SERIOUSLY. They spend alot of money on decorations and the rockafeller center, santa clause and christmas trees, they block of certain streets all throughout the holidays. I miss christmas in new york city. You actually feel that spirit of christmas in your heart when youre in new york.
I went recently for the 7th time to NYC and still haven't been to the Statue of Liberty . Not because I don't want to but because I haven't gotten to it yet. Such is the size of the city and things to do !!! I think going to a museum is a must, I would recommend the MET for first timers and the minimum time to do it is 3 hours, ideally 4. I think it's one of the best museums in the world I liked it better than the Louvre .
Some great tips! I went for the first time in March 2020 (yes, ONE week before the shutdown hit) with my mom. She actually started to cry the first time she saw the Statue of Liberty. It was so emotional for her, because she never travelled overseas and always wanted to visit New York. Thankfully, we got lucky with the timing of our trip. Such good memories
Thank you for yet again another great video. You have been a great help over the past six months and loved watching your videos. We are coming next week and we have planned everything based on your advice.
The only thing I never did in the city is go to an Observation Deck. I grew up a mile and a half from the Lincoln Tunnel in Jersey. I spent years working in The World Trade Center, but I never went for the view. The one place in Manhattan I truly miss is Bill’s Gyros. The had two locations one on 8th and 42nd St. and one on 42nd St. Across from Port Authority. They made the best gyros.
Jon Eventhough I'm a Brooklynite and a Huge Rangers fan. Maybe some things I think tourists can visit. 1 American Museum of Natural History. 2 Madison Square Garden. ( Rangers, Knicks or a Concert) 3 Coney Island ( Summertime Beach and Boardwalk, Brooklyn Cyclones Baseball, Rides including the Cyclone). All year Nathan's They are famous for their Hot Dogs 🌭 but they have great food as well. NY Aquarium. 4 Macy's Herald Square. 5 Transit Museum ( Must make appointment) 6 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Including Radio City Christmas Spectacular Saks 5 Ave Windows. 7 Dyker Heights Christmas Lights. 8 Central Park 9 Grand Central Station. 10 Brooklyn Bridge Park . Here is a new one I've been seeing in my neighborhood Sheepshead Bay and that is Whale Watching. There is a Whale Watching boat in Sheepshead Bay.
I'm a classic pizza type. Me and my buddies called Ray's Pizza 'the crack of pizza'. I highly recommend Wo Hop Chinese restaurant on Mott Street in China Town. I always eat down stairs. Great food, big portions.
I really enjoy ALL of your videos, not just NYC. I was curious have you ever done a video of NYC during, things to do in such, Thanksgiving and the Macy's Day parade.
I’m arriving at 4:30 PM and only have 1 full day and that evening. Can you give some advice what I should do for the evening portion of my arrival day? My full day I’m doing the crown tour and an observatory plus the hot dog and pizza and a fast stop in Central Park.
My first yellow cab was with a friend’s first time to NYC. Only yellow cab I’ve been in, due to an injury on the ferry out of Battery Park. Looked at Uber options but didn’t want to worry about meeting an Uber. Just needed to make it a couple blocks so the yellow cab turned out to be just in front of us and cheaper than Uber’s quote. Now we joke that we checked it off the bucket list.
If you’re going to Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building, take time to look at the various exhibits on the way to the top. You also should take a ride in a New York City Subway at least once. The Brooklyn Bridge walk is a great idea. For Pizza, I would suggest Rose’s Pizza inside Grand Central Station.
As a 10 yr old, I convinced my parents to ride the ferry to take pictures of the Statute of Liberty, and forget about landing off Staten Island, best decision ever. Saved the money for dinner in Chinatown, good meal at that.
Great video. I find your guides so useful, a lot of your advice influenced my last trip in March… hopefully the pound will recover to a point a trip to NYC is affordable again soon
My husband and I will be going the first week of March, what can we expect weather wise? We will be there for 4 days and I just found your videos. Such a great help, thank you!
Nice video. We just got back after our 30th + visit, and one thing I will say is NYC is dynamic. Yellow Cab - yes, from the airport. Way more convenient than Uber because they right there waiting for you. And if you are staying in Manhattan, I say Newark is the best airport. This last visit, we had our bags in ten minutes! We were in Murray Hill in less than an hour from the time or plane reached the gate. Have not tried the new and improved Laguardia yet. JFK is still an absolute nightmare to be avoided at all costs. We take an Uber or car service back to the airport. Observation deck - absolutely. But why not spend the $40 a person and eat at a great restaurant with an amazing view - Manhatta in the Wall Street area on the 60th floor with great views. Awesome. Do some sights and then a great lunch or dinner. Pizza yes! We like Norma Gatronomia Sicilia. Deli yes! Every visit we must have deli. Our current favorite is 2nd Avenue. And if you are the LES try Russ & Daughters Cafe. Have a board and an egg cream. We happen to like Katz. We order their pastrami by the pound so we always have some on hand. Dirty water dog? Its been decades. Grew until going to Nathans out the Bronx River Parkway. Used to love Grey’s Papaya - all gone. There is still one Papaya King. I saw that Nathans has carts in front of the MET. One of these days we we take the subway out to Coney Island for Nathans and walk the beach where my dad was a lifeguard back the 40’s. Central Park - Picnic! Hit the bodega, get some sandwiches and lay out by Turtle Pond, the Great Lawn, or any of a myriad places. Try not to be on the go constantly. Slow down and relax. We were in Manhattan for a week and spent time in a park every day. Our newest “discovery” is the gelato shack at Madison Square Park across the street from Eately. Broadway or off broadway show, jazz club or a comedy club. A fantastic, only in New York experience.
All solid choices for first timers John! I would add one more: spend some time in one of NYC’s quiet places, just a break from the busy city. Of course Central Park or so many other parks, but also sacred spaces as well. My fave is St John the Divine up 110th but you may have others.
It is very safe at night because everybody’s outside hanging out. The most crime-ridden neighborhood is Wall Street and the Times Square subway underground on a Saturday night is one big party not to be missed.
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A couple of more suggestions: ride the Roosevelt Island tram at dusk for amazing views, ride the elevated 7 train to Flushing to see a variety of different neighborhoods.
I’ve done both, and you’re exactly right.
I’m leaving for NYC in a little over 24 hours and I’ve been binging your videos for about 4 months. I’ve never been more excited. Thank you SO much!!
Have fun!
Hi do u have any video with hotels in the city in New York
There's something hauntingly beautiful about this city, that you will feel a part of you stays with her everytime you leave.
Experienced NYC during Halloween and beginning of the Christmas Season, and as you said- The city is so magical, so beautifully chaotic!
I would add going to Grand Central to this list. First timers are always amazed by the size and beauty of it, and a lot of people don't realize all the movies filmed there until they see it in person.
This could/should be Top 15 haha
I am going to say every first-timer needs to come and see a show either on or off Broadway. NYC is such an iconic spot with some the best theater in the world. It is the only reason why I end up in Times Square as a local, but it is worth it.
I had the best time in NY as a solo holiday, I only stayed a week but I've no regrets. I managed to avoid all the tourist traps and mistakes because I watched your videos first. I did decide to walk everywhere but only so I could take in all the sites and atmosphere I could. The only thing I did splash the cash on was the helicopter ride but that was worth it. I did the staten island ferry for the statue and enjoyed sometime on staten island before coming back. I did Brooklyn Bridge and walked both ways and enjoyed DUMBO and Brooklyn. I honestly loved it and felt very safe being alone in NY during the day. It was always busy but it meant a lot was going on. Very hot at summer though. I went to the vanderbilt for the skyline and did a cheesy solo walking tour of the big sites. I did go to see the ghost busters fire station but that's because ghost busters was a favourite childhood movie. I love your channel and I loved NY
minute 1:05, amazing, almost 50 years ago, Robert De Niro representing the charater Travis Bickle in the movie "Taxidriver", ...for the older ones among us.
making this 9 minutes 11 seconds is crazy but great video
I confess, I love America, but I love New York even more! It's an incredible city!! ❤😊
Local merchants must love you guys. Kudos to you guys for boosting these local businesses!!
I'm glad to say I did pretty much everything on that list. It may be a once in a lifetime experience, so you got to do it right. Relax when you get back home!
I agree with your choice of Top of the Rock over the Empire State Building.
It is IMPOSSIBLE to replicate the goodness of a NYC hot dog from a street vendor. The sloppier the better. This, in itself, is a reason to come to NYC! (My only comment is if you like yellow mustard and not deli mustard, bring your own packets and sneak it on after the vendor hands you the dog.)
I'm going to NY in a month and I'm binge-watching your channel. It even helped me to decide which skyline building to visit (Summit)
My wife and i made our first trip for a weekend in early November. Your videos helped immensely. We did knock out 8 or 8.5 things from this list. Bryant Park already had its Christmas market and ice skating so we got a glimpse of the holidays in the city!
Did 9 out of 10 on this list and honestly it was all your videos. Last year I did a solo trip and NYC was still empty so that was an experience I don’t think I’ll get to have again in my life time. Definitely planning another one and as always I will be following your great recommendations and using your guides to get the best experience. Thank you for helping make my first visit one to remember 💜. The one I missed was the taxi I was on a budget so it walking or the subway to get around with the exception of the boat ride to 🗽.
My first visit to New York in 1976 was great. Loved it
Coming as a first timer in December! Your channel has my places I want to visit growing every time I watch 🤣🤣🤣
Enjoy your trip. Between his vids and Action Kid's walks.....I felt like I was in a familiar town.
We're visiting next May(from Scotland 🏴) for the first time.Everytime we watch one of your web casts what to do,where to go,,,,wish it was tomorrow we were going 👍
Must be a Scottish thing, we too are over in May. 🏴
the iconic yellow taxis are my favorite, tips on the sunset tour to see the liberty, Hudson river, the Crown inside is incredible. thanks for sharing and making the video. Good work
I have always wanted to visit New York. I’m from the UK and it’s mine and my wife’s 10 year wedding anniversary this year. I have booked a 4 day trip to there and I cannot wait. I am so excited. We are coming at the end of November so I can’t wait to see Rockafellas, Central Park, you name it. Gonna be a busy 4 days!!
I been to New York once and that was it because I was visiting my family from NJ I've been to Time Square before as well but I do plan of visiting New York again soon! It's one of my favorite Cities!
New York is beautiful ❤️ America is beautiful ❤️. Best wishes and all the best to America.
Hollywood has played the key role in popularizing American lifestyle and creating a fascination about America in the world. America just seems so familiar ♥️.
Another great one from the uncrowned King of NYC.
Thank you and much appreciated. Visiting for the first time next year in September and your videos are gold for researching.
As usual the main man nail's another video. Such sound practical tips and tricks for this great City. I have done 7 of these. Will be ticking off two more in April. Just won't be touching one of those hot dogs on the street, even though Billy is the man. Once you know what's in them it makes you think. Any first timers to NYC should view this video. Well done again Jon.
We took your advice and hit up John’s when we were in NY last weekend. Excellent pizza and what a stunning building! Thanks for the recommendation!
As a native NYer, I think this a great list! Billy is awesome, and the Rossi family's cart in front of the Met is great as well (so some great hot dog options either side of the park!)
Totally agree!
Love all you tips for NYC and being from the Uk am really hoping to visit the big apple one day as it’s always been on my bucket list.
On the second trip, check half the box with your list: Brooklyn Bridge, Observation from the ESB, Times Square, Central Park, Opening of the rink at the Rockefeller Center, plus lunch at Union Square & Wall St in the afternoon at closing bell. Thanks for validating its value as the NYC experience.
We went to a bodega by the train station on our last day, got some food for the train ride home. We both agreed it would be our first stop on our next trip. One of the best sandwiches I have ever had. Plus the workers were so nice.
Thank you for making these videos! I just came back from my first visit in NYC. Only had a day and a half to sightsee but thanks to you I managed to plan it out nicely and experience the essentials!
There's nothing like seeing that tree light up live ..it's awesome
My wife grew up in midtown Manhattan, so I spent a total of about 3 months in NYC back in the 1990s. Had almost no prior experience with big cities.
The one specific attraction I'd recommend that you didn't cover is the American Museum of Natural History. I love that place.
The other thing I'd recommend is, be sure that you're prepared to walk at least a couple of miles per day, and bring shoes that are comfortable for walking.
Thanks for the advice on johns! I work on 41st and broadway and will definitely be going to check it out!
How's the baby? Can you do an update on Adriana and Alex? He's such a cutie!!
I’m a kid in a candy store when I have friends visiting. Don’t forget the THEATER and two MLB stadiums in the summer. Don’t go to chain restaurants in midtown but walk in the neighborhoods. And the shopping, oh, to die for.
Just wanted to Thank You for your videos. I was in NYC 2 weeks ago and watched your videos prior to going and has helped me a lot and your recommendations. Really appreciate your UA-cam channel.
I was recently in NYC, your videos were quite helpful, and John's was really good! Great service and great pizza!
Thank you so much, I'm returning there this summer for the first time since I came to the US as an immigrant.
I agree John. The Holidays in New York City is spectacular 🤩
Ok will do !
your videos are just the best, what a pleasure to see and to listen to you. Cheers from Argentina.
As a former new yorker I can say christmas hasnt felt like christmas sense I left new york.
New york takes christmas VERY SERIOUSLY. They spend alot of money on decorations and the rockafeller center, santa clause and christmas trees, they block of certain streets all throughout the holidays.
I miss christmas in new york city. You actually feel that spirit of christmas in your heart when youre in new york.
I went recently for the 7th time to NYC and still haven't been to the Statue of Liberty . Not because I don't want to but because I haven't gotten to it yet. Such is the size of the city and things to do !!! I think going to a museum is a must, I would recommend the MET for first timers and the minimum time to do it is 3 hours, ideally 4. I think it's one of the best museums in the world I liked it better than the Louvre .
If it's the summer, you can't beat a night Yankees game.
Im loving these quick cameos im in! Bleecker Street Pizza please!
Some great tips! I went for the first time in March 2020 (yes, ONE week before the shutdown hit) with my mom. She actually started to cry the first time she saw the Statue of Liberty. It was so emotional for her, because she never travelled overseas and always wanted to visit New York. Thankfully, we got lucky with the timing of our trip. Such good memories
Can’t go wrong with pizza suprema(go to whenever we got to msg or hammerstein)
We've been here all week and go home tomorrow! There's only 2 things on this list that we haven't done so I'm happy 😁😁
Beautiful !!! bellissimo .. io non potrò mai venire ma i tuoi video su NY sono meravigliosi. Thanks a lot !!
Was there in june and did almost everything from the list (as a first timer) and now we are going back again during Christmas 😂 Cant wait 👏
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We just got back and wow NEW YORK you was amazing, the food is 10/10 the people are nice and it one of the best places Iv been
Thanks! I’m going to Mozambique, Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi this year, but NY is on my bucket list!
Get all your clothes stolen then buying them back. It’s a story I have told for 40 years. It was great!
Thank you for yet again another great video. You have been a great help over the past six months and loved watching your videos. We are coming next week and we have planned everything based on your advice.
Love your videos, Jon. Hopefully, I'll be there in NYC just before Christmas. Can't wait!
The only thing I never did in the city is go to an Observation Deck. I grew up a mile and a half from the Lincoln Tunnel in Jersey. I spent years working in The World Trade Center, but I never went for the view. The one place in Manhattan I truly miss is Bill’s Gyros. The had two locations one on 8th and 42nd St. and one on 42nd St. Across from Port Authority. They made the best gyros.
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Eventhough I'm a Brooklynite and a Huge Rangers fan. Maybe some things I think tourists can visit.
1 American Museum of Natural History.
2 Madison Square Garden. ( Rangers, Knicks or a Concert)
3 Coney Island ( Summertime Beach and Boardwalk, Brooklyn Cyclones Baseball, Rides including the Cyclone). All year Nathan's They are famous for their Hot Dogs 🌭 but they have great food as well.
NY Aquarium.
4 Macy's Herald Square.
5 Transit Museum ( Must make appointment)
6 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
Including Radio City Christmas Spectacular Saks 5 Ave Windows.
7 Dyker Heights Christmas Lights.
8 Central Park
9 Grand Central Station.
10 Brooklyn Bridge Park .
Here is a new one I've been seeing in my neighborhood Sheepshead Bay and that is Whale Watching. There is a Whale Watching boat in Sheepshead Bay.
Appreciate you Here you are a gem in disguise. Thanks for all your info 😉
Jon I would like to visit NYC during the hoildays ! At least once in my life !
Halal Guys 100% have to try out
Going to the crown of the 🗽 in November...so excited 😊
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A hard working nation will always rise. Stay strong... fly safe.
I'm a classic pizza type. Me and my buddies called Ray's Pizza 'the crack of pizza'. I highly recommend Wo Hop Chinese restaurant on Mott Street in China Town. I always eat down stairs. Great food, big portions.
I love your channel, I’m planning my first nyc trip for august 2023 and I’ve already learned so much valuable info/tips from your videos
I really enjoy ALL of your videos, not just NYC. I was curious have you ever done a video of NYC during, things to do in such, Thanksgiving and the Macy's Day parade.
my first time is happening in 6 weeks , so excited
Going to NYC this year, you vids are great and really helped me, thanks
I’m arriving at 4:30 PM and only have 1 full day and that evening. Can you give some advice what I should do for the evening portion of my arrival day? My full day I’m doing the crown tour and an observatory plus the hot dog and pizza and a fast stop in Central Park.
My first yellow cab was with a friend’s first time to NYC. Only yellow cab I’ve been in, due to an injury on the ferry out of Battery Park. Looked at Uber options but didn’t want to worry about meeting an Uber. Just needed to make it a couple blocks so the yellow cab turned out to be just in front of us and cheaper than Uber’s quote.
Now we joke that we checked it off the bucket list.
Really nice !
Great video with unique suggestions
Done all of this - I recommend Joe’s original pizza - also not far from Time Square on 42nd I think, Ruby’s bar and Grill - proper dive bar. Love it.
I definitely recommend the combo ticket that includes Ellis Island.
Coming back again this year for phish at Madison Square garden new years run. It's a yearly tradition at this point.
As a new york veteran i can relate to all this because i meet a karen tourist and did everything u did in the vid
We going to visit next month so excited! Your videos is very helpful 💯👍
Still need to check out the hot dog stand! Thanks for the constant reminder haha
Hahha you’re welcome
If you’re going to Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building, take time to look at the various exhibits on the way to the top.
You also should take a ride in a New York City Subway at least once.
The Brooklyn Bridge walk is a great idea.
For Pizza, I would suggest Rose’s Pizza inside Grand Central Station.
Showing my age. I used to love getting a Checker cab, so spacious.
As a 10 yr old, I convinced my parents to ride the ferry to take pictures of the Statute of Liberty, and forget about landing off Staten Island, best decision ever. Saved the money for dinner in Chinatown, good meal at that.
bodega > a lot of fancy nyc restaurants, not always it's an experience
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My profile pic is a bodega cat.. chillin..😂
Nah not really bodega prices went up like crazy
And the food is great!
very fresh and honest video, like always
Great video. I find your guides so useful, a lot of your advice influenced my last trip in March… hopefully the pound will recover to a point a trip to NYC is affordable again soon
My husband and I will be going the first week of March, what can we expect weather wise? We will be there for 4 days and I just found your videos. Such a great help, thank you!
Thank you for your amazing videos, just came back and as the first time visitor, your suggestions helped so much! Also Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
Nice video. We just got back after our 30th + visit, and one thing I will say is NYC is dynamic.
Yellow Cab - yes, from the airport. Way more convenient than Uber because they right there waiting for you. And if you are staying in Manhattan, I say Newark is the best airport. This last visit, we had our bags in ten minutes! We were in Murray Hill in less than an hour from the time or plane reached the gate. Have not tried the new and improved Laguardia yet. JFK is still an absolute nightmare to be avoided at all costs. We take an Uber or car service back to the airport.
Observation deck - absolutely. But why not spend the $40 a person and eat at a great restaurant with an amazing view - Manhatta in the Wall Street area on the 60th floor with great views. Awesome. Do some sights and then a great lunch or dinner.
Pizza yes! We like Norma Gatronomia Sicilia.
Deli yes! Every visit we must have deli. Our current favorite is 2nd Avenue. And if you are the LES try Russ & Daughters Cafe. Have a board and an egg cream. We happen to like Katz. We order their pastrami by the pound so we always have some on hand.
Dirty water dog? Its been decades. Grew until going to Nathans out the Bronx River Parkway. Used to love Grey’s Papaya - all gone. There is still one Papaya King. I saw that Nathans has carts in front of the MET. One of these days we we take the subway out to Coney Island for Nathans and walk the beach where my dad was a lifeguard back the 40’s.
Central Park - Picnic! Hit the bodega, get some sandwiches and lay out by Turtle Pond, the Great Lawn, or any of a myriad places. Try not to be on the go constantly. Slow down and relax. We were in Manhattan for a week and spent time in a park every day. Our newest “discovery” is the gelato shack at Madison Square Park across the street from Eately.
Broadway or off broadway show, jazz club or a comedy club. A fantastic, only in New York experience.
Totally wish I would of tried that hot dog
next time!!
I was thinking of cancelling my yearly trip next March as things have gotten so expensive but this video is making me rethink...
Great iconic must do for tourist that regular New Yorkers do.
Great Info! Thanks!
"ride in a cab" LMAO
All solid choices for first timers John! I would add one more: spend some time in one of NYC’s quiet places, just a break from the busy city. Of course Central Park or so many other parks, but also sacred spaces as well. My fave is St John the Divine up 110th but you may have others.
I think St John Divine plus Columbia University is a great combo for a relaxed walk on the UWS.
Bodegas were my lifeline during my 3 month stay in NYC this past summer =)
Time square is my favorite part of nyc
John's is one of my favorite pizzerias in NYC. I often eat there when I'm in the Times Square area.
NYC Mayor Adams
Thanks for Sharing this A day or So I saw a terrible news Story about someone in times Square Very Sad
This is really awesome. You covered all the bases for things I'd like to see in New York City. Cheers! ✌️
It is very safe at night because everybody’s outside hanging out.
The most crime-ridden neighborhood is Wall Street and the Times Square subway underground on a Saturday night is one big party not to be missed.