Top Attractions for…
Families
Of course, for families traveling with kids, New York City has no shortage of fun things to see and do! Start your trip off right with a ferry ride to view Lady Liberty up close at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Then let your kids unleash their imaginations at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan or the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. The Bronx Zoo and Central Park Zoo allow kids of all ages to observe exotic wildlife right in the urban jungle. And be sure to catch a Broadway show like The Lion King for a great NYC experience that the whole family will love. Just stepping into the legendary FAO Schwartz toy store for life-size stuffed animals and hands-on play will bring a wide-eyed experience to all kids.
First-Timers
For your inaugural trip to the Big Apple, you’ve got to see the classics, right? Stroll through Central Park and imagine you’re in a Nora Ephron rom-com. Snap a selfie in Times Square surrounded by dazzling Broadway billboards. Catch a view of the city skyline from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Pay tribute to the past at the National September 11 Memorial. And get swept away in the art and history housed in NYC’s many world-class museums – the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art are top picks. With so many quintessential experiences, you’ll head home feeling like a true New Yorker after checking these must-sees off your bucket list.
Wine & Beer Connoisseurs
If your idea of a perfect NYC getaway involves moving from brewery to vineyard and back again, you’ve come to the right place! Start by touring the iconic Brooklyn Brewery, complete with tastings of their popular ales and lagers. City Winery in Manhattan will give your group a hands-on winemaking experience paired with music and dining. Or visit Queens and the Bronx to explore local craft breweries off the beaten path, like Singlecut Beersmiths and Bronx Brewery. And with several urban wineries in and around NYC using grapes from the Finger Lakes wine region, you can taste local vino without leaving town. Cheers to that!
Sports Fans
With so many legendary sports franchises and venues, the Big Apple is a mecca for fans. Catch a Yankees game in the Bronx, and you might just see Aaron Judge smash a homer. Watch King Henrik and the Rangers skate at Madison Square Garden, the self-proclaimed “World’s Most Famous Arena.” Or head to Barclays Center in Brooklyn to cheer on Durant and the Nets with other energetic basketball devotees. And regardless of who’s playing, just stepping into these iconic stadiums and arenas that you’ve seen on TV a hundred times makes for an unbeatable fan experience.
Foodies
From street meat to Michelin-starred restaurants, NYC offers culinary adventures around every corner. Explore Chinatown’s hole-in-the-wall noodle joints, Little Italy’s red-sauce joints, and Koreatown’s 24-hour BBQ spots. Meander through food markets like Chelsea Market and Smorgasburg, sampling local artisanal treats. Chow down on a stacked pastrami sandwich at a classic Jewish deli like Katz’s. And splurge on dinner at a celebrity chef hotspot – David Chang’s Momofuku Ko and Daniel Boulud’s Daniel are a couple not to miss. An array of international cuisines, baked goodies, food tours, cooking classes…NYC truly has it all to satiate any food lover!
Shopaholics
Fifth Avenue calls to shoppers near and far with big-name department stores like Saks, Bloomingdale’s, and Bergdorf Goodman. Go on a splurge at Tiffany’s iconic flagship or flagship boutiques along Madison Avenue—Hunt for vintage fashion treasures on the streets of Nolita and the East Village. And bring an extra suitcase – New York is home to plenty of shopping meccas from Chelsea Market to Brookfield Place where you’ll find boutiques galore. Don’t forget sneaker stores like Flight Club for the latest streetwear and Stadium Goods for rare exclusives that will elevate your whole fit. However you choose to shop in the city, your credit card is sure to take a hit in the best way!
How to Get Around New York City
Light Rail
New York is home to the most extensive public transportation system in the country, the MTA. The MTA operates NYC’s famed subway system, which can connect you to any corner of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx through its intricate underground network. It’s affordable and usually the quickest way to get around for solo travelers. But it can get confusing to navigate for first-timers, especially during rush hour when stations and trains are packed. Large groups will get split up trying to cram into crowded cars. Still, embracing the hectic subway at least once is a right of passage for any NYC visitor!
Taxis and Rideshares
No trip to New York is complete without hailing a yellow cab! Taxis and rideshares are readily available (unless it’s raining) and will swiftly pick you up and take you anywhere you need to go. For small groups, using Lyft or hailing a taxi on the street is easy and affordable. But keep in mind NYC traffic is notoriously brutal, so your quick trip may take a while at busy times. Plus, rideshare surge pricing and split charges between cars can get expensive for big groups. And good luck hailing a large enough cab or UberXL on short notice.
Charter Bus
When you’re traveling with a group of any size, nothing beats the convenience and comfort of booking your own private charter bus in New York City. Not only will your entire crew stay together, but you’ll be able to customize your bus rental based on your own itinerary and schedule. Request extra amenities like plush reclining seats, WiFi, entertainment systems, and plenty of luggage room. Then leave the driving up to a professional while you focus on taking in all of the sights and sounds as you cruise through the city from destination to destination! Why navigate crowded public transportation or get stuck in traffic when you could kick back and relax on a private coach? Call Charter Bus Company New York NYC at (929) 480-9452 anytime to receive a personalized quote for your group’s perfect New York City charter bus rental!
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