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Top things to do In New York City

Top Things To do in New York City




Hello again! Apologies for not posting in a while, I've been busy with school summer work and I was also on holiday but I'm back! For more regular updates, please follow my instagram @planetstevens

In April, I went to New York with my family for the first time and, 6 months on, I thought I'd reflect on the trip by compiling a list of the things we felt were so worth doing. I loved my time there and honestly would recommend a trip to the Big Apple, it was truly special!

 Pictures all taken by me

1. An open top bus trip (best for beginners)

This was probably the best thing to do if you've never been before simply because it really lets you see the city and its icons easily and quickly, its also good value and the one we did them from a company called Grayline (http://www.grayline.com/things-to-do/united-states/new-york-city/) and they were one of the best parts of the trip. Also, they are hop on hop off, which makes getting around the city so convenient, and with so many to choose from, what's stopping you?


Stunning, panoramic views from the top of the Bus.

2. A Visit to Times Square, at early evening as the sun is setting. (for a evening out)

Times Square has an energy unlike no place on earth, especially at evening! the lights from the advert boards and sounds from tourists, tour guides and stores are a sensory experience I would do again in a heartbeat! Although very touristy, I kinda love that about it. We had an amazing meal at Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel, it had a 180 degree view over Times Square and it is a must when going to NYC! (https://www.marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/nycrt-renaissance-new-york-times-square-hotel/)

Times Square

3. A cruise around The Hudson river (for an afternoon treat)

Honestly, I didn't have high hopes for this, but I was proven so wrong! It was so interesting to see the architecture of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island from the river, also, being on the water was a nice break from the concrete jungle on the mainland! We loved seeing The Statue of Liberty up close, a true NYC resident!



Southern Manhattan

4. A Carrage ride around Central Park (If all the sightseeing is getting tiring for your legs!)

My Mum would not have boarded the plane home if we hadn't done this, and she had good reason to, it was FAB! I felt like I was in a film or something (Just call me Blair Waldorf xo) and it was an exciting way to see the Park. It's also great to see real New Yorkers using the park to stretch their legs and meet friends. Top sites include the pond, the Bethesda Fountain and the sheep meadow. Carriages are available from the bottom of the park, opposite The Plaza Hotel.



5. A visit to Ground Zero (to be "moved")

Never before have I been so moved, so touched or so humbled by a Memorial. I remember walking off, away from my family and just running my hand across one of the names engraved below my hands, enough to make me emotional. The names alone create a feeling of sadness, but combined with the falling water and eerie whispered silence in the air makes the senses blur, and you feel only the now. Although I am not old enough to remember the events unfold, it didn't matter. Simply by being in the place it happened was enough to appreciate the day's effect on the world.


Ground Zero 

6. A trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (for the culture)

On a more joyful note, the Met is literally filled with artefacts and objects to make anyone interested, so even if you think you're not a Museum person, trust me you are at the Met! Again, feeling a lot like Blair Waldorf when walking up the steps (try and stop me with the Gossip Girl references!) we had a hugely enjoyable experience. My favourite area was The American Wing (also it's the location of the Met Gala *screams*) and it was really interesting seeing the US art and furniture. Run, don't walk, just go there!



The Met

7. finally...See a Broadway Musical! (everybody loves a musical...)

But...make sure it's one you can only see it NYC, or at the very least one set in NYC for an even more authentic experience! Upside: they're usually cheaper than the mainstream musicals, and the one we went to, "Bandstand", was full of American people around us with whom we made great conversation during the interval! 


The Jacobs Theatre

So, go forth and have an amazing time! and, if all else fails, go and get lost wandering Bergdorf Goodman on 5th...




































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