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Posted by: Total English | 08/08/2011.
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Look like a local
Nobody wants to stand out as a tourist, and fortunately you don’t have to. The city is so diverse that it’s easy to blend in as long as you avoid common mistakes. First, don’t walk around with the free subway map.
New Yorkers love to take pictures, so a fancy camera won’t attract attention. But standing in the middle of the sidewalk forces locals to break their stride. If you need to stop for a picture, pull over to the side and let the pedestrians pass by.
Finally, please don’t ever say “the Big Apple.” This is acceptable in written form, but New Yorkers call it “the City.”
Take small bites
You can’t see it all your first time, or even your first lifetime. Rushing around to check off a dozen famous sites in two days will leave you exhausted and unsatisfied. Consider exploring fewer areas in depth. A walking tour is the best way to see the city. Comfortable shoes should be a priority.
Venture underground
A double-decker is great to see New York, but the bus won’t take you everywhere. The subway can, and an unlimited 7-day pass is only $29. Weekday passengers top 5 million, and with an average of six crimes reported per day, the system is considered safe even at night.
Leave Manhattan
Postcard-perfect skyline views await just one subway stop from Manhattan. Two waterfront favorites: Gantry Plaza State Park in Queens and Brooklyn Bridge Park are green reincarnations of industrial areas.
Don’t eat in Times Square
The most frequent question after my tour is where to eat nearby. Locals already know to avoid Times Square traps. Passable options include Carmine’s for family-style Italian and Junior’s for cheesecake. Stage Deli and Carnegie Deli are New York traditions since the 1930s, but head to Hell’s Kitchen (a neighborhood, not a devilish restaurant) along Ninth Avenue for affordable, diverse cuisine.
Don't be afraid to wander
Start spreading the news: New York is the safest big city in the United States. A highlight of your trip will likely be strolling the streets gazing at the fascinating people, buildings and sights that pop up on every corner.
Eat dinner early – or late
When New Yorkers eat out, they like to take their dinner between 8 and 10 p.m. If you want to eat at the same places they do, it's best to book early.
Scout out the smaller shops.
Head to the Lower East Side to check out intimate boutiques that feature local designers as well as trendy new and vintage pieces that you can't find anywhere else.
Buy-buy Broadway.
The top price of a Broadway ticket reached $450 for the first time ever. Though this is an extreme case, it's difficult to find a seat at a popular Broadway show for less than $100 nowadays. If there's a particular Broadway show you've set your heart on, buy tickets as far in advance as possible (and be prepared to spend top-dollar).
Hear the music.
It's tough to claim boredom in New York. Every night of the week you can listen to world-class musicians of all types in venues across the city, from classic settings like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Centre and Radio City Music Hall. Best of all, some of these concerts are free of charge, especially in the summer months.
Get stunning views of the city at Top of the Rock
The Top of the Rock observation deck at the Rockefeller Center offers incredible panoramic views of New York City. From here you’ll get great views of top New York attractions like Central Park, the Empire State Building and lots more. Don't forget to bring your camera.
Save time when visiting the Statue of Liberty
Buy tickets to see the statue of liberty BEFORE YOU GO (on the internet) to avoid standing in line for hours!
Explore the city on foot or use public transport
Walk...walk...walk. New York City is the best walking city, with a lot to discover. Start early and end late. Take the subway. Take the bus. Experience the city like a local. Get lost in the city, one street at a time. Don't hurry. Take pictures. Lie down on the grass at Central Park on a clear day.
New York’s diverse neighbourhoods are best experienced on foot, so don’t be afraid to walk around and get a real feel for the city. However, in order to get to some neighbourhoods, boroughs or attractions you will need to use public transport. There are plenty of which include the subway, buses and the city’s omnipresent yellow taxis.
Spend some time exploring Greenwich Village
Also known simply as The Village, Greenwich is one of the coolest neighbourhoods in New York City. Instead of towering skyscrapers, this neighbourhood is home to more low-rise buildings along with a wonderful selection of boutiques, cafés and bars. In terms of nightlife, most of the action is centred on the intersection of Bleecker and MacDougal Streets. Other attractions in the area include Washington Square Park.
Visit Coney Island
Go to Coney Island by underground and then walk back to Manhattan crossing the Brooklyn Bridge. You will see NYC come to you!
Invest in a New York City PASS
The New York City PASS covers your admission to 6 of the top things to do in New York. These are the Empire State Building, MoMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island (or the Circle Line Cruise), and Top of the Rock (or the Guggenheim). The pass coasts $79 and is valid from 9 days after you first use it. As well as saving you some money overall, the pass allows you to skip ticket lines at most of these attractions.
Visit the Guggenheim
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, which is simply known as The Guggenheim, is one of the coolest museums in New York City. Housed inside a unique building designed by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright, this museum houses a huge collection of modern art from the all over the world including pieces by famous artists like Picasso.
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