5 Unmissable Experiences in New York City

A vibrant and charming metropolis that literally never sleeps, there’s always a swanky new bar or hotel to explore, a new restaurant to try or a new shop or museum opening its doors. The sheer diversity of experiences on offer in New York City is what makes it so enthralling. Here’s a look at some of the best experiences you can find in New York City.

With over 25,000 restaurants to its name, eating is a big part of the New York City experience. Beyond those iconic local bites – the one dollar pizza, the bagels and hotdogs and a must-do stop at Magnolia Bakery – you’ll discover a dining ambiance to whet every traveller’s appetite. Ranging from funky to fancy, there are Michelin-starred restaurants, famous celebrity foodie hangouts, cute health-conscious cafes and entire multicultural neighbourhoods to explore with a knife and fork.  And that’s just the start. You can still find a good old-fashioned Aussie cappuccino too.

The High Line presents a fascinating way to explore the NYC cityscape. Witness beautiful skyline views on one side and waterfront panoramas on the other while soaking up the colourful and green surrounds of this unique park fashioned along an historic freight rail line. Winding its way over 20 blocks and elevated up to 30 feet above the bustling Manhattan streets, it comes adorned in public art installations, blooming flowers and beautiful landscaped gardens.

As the home of Broadway, New York City is synonymous with theatre. So it goes without saying that this is one of the best places in the world to get tickets to a show. The world-class line-up spans incredible theatre, dance, comedy and musical acts, from the biggest names in pop music to contemporary ballet and the latest shows to hit the stage. Book tickets in advance or enjoy the buzz of lining up at the ticket office in the heart of bustling Times Square, plastered in flashing lights and giant billboards spruiking entertainment in every direction.

New York City is home to some of the most famous museums on the world circuit, with the likes of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History and the Guggenheim Museum to its name. There are hundreds dotted all over the city, as well as an entire stretch known as the Museum Mile, which condenses some of the most popular into one easy, compact strip. There are also many unique and boutique museums to explore beyond the obvious, including the Newseum, the Skyscraper Museum and the Museum of the American Gangster.

It’s always Manhattan that first springs to mind at the mention of New York City. But across the water, Brooklyn offers a whole new side of the city to discover. With leafy tree-lined streets, it is a global hub of culture and creativity. From the interesting art, dining and music of Williamsburg to the stylish cafes of Brooklyn Heights, there’s a pocket of activity to suit everybody’s interests. The best way to get there? Wandering or cycling over the iconic Brooklyn Bridge whilst admiring those incredible cityscape panoramas on either side.

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