Date of publication 07/08/2017
Trip to the Big Apple 8 original plans for your next getaway to New York
From attending a Yankees game to seeing New York from a bird's eye view
New York is the Statue of Liberty. And Fifth Avenue. And Times Square. And the Brooklyn Bridge. And the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Below, we detail a range of proposals and experiences that will make your trip to New York unforgettable.
Attend a Yankees game. Of the more than 40 professional teams in MLB (Major League Baseball in the United States), the New York Yankees are the most famous team and the one with the most fans worldwide. Don’t worry if you don’t understand the rules: just witnessing a New York Yankees game at Yankee Stadium is an experience in itself. Stand up from your seat in pure excitement alongside 50,000 fans and enjoy a typically American form of entertainment.
Enjoy a picnic in Central Park. It’s common to see New Yorkers enjoying a sunny day in the park. Central Park, the green lung of New York, features several points of interest, such as the famous John Lennon memorial with the word IMAGINE in Strawberry Fields, created to pay tribute to the Beatles’ leader; the nearby Dakota building, Bow Bridge, or the magnificent lake with Bethesda Fountain, among others. After savoring a picnic on the grass, rent a bike, visit the famous New York zoo, or stroll peacefully through this natural oasis, with skyscrapers rising above the treetops.
Have brunch like a true New Yorker. One of the most cherished habits of New Yorkers is enjoying a good brunch at a nearby spot. During your stay in the city that never sleeps, you’ll find a wide variety of options for all tastes, including places like the Great Northern Food Hall inside Grand Central Station. Take a walk through the city and enjoy pancakes made by expert hands or a traditional New York-style bagel.
Get thrilled with Broadway… and Disney! Following the success of The Lion King, Aladdin is the Disney musical now taking New York by storm. More than 30 dancers on stage and electrifying choreography will let you experience the legendary magic of Broadway. The show takes place at the iconic New Amsterdam Theater, built in 1902 and preserved as a historic landmark by New York City authorities.
The songs were created exclusively for this family show, which local critics place “on par with the greatest musicals of all time.”
Get ready to fly on the genie’s magic carpet. When the performance ends, take a stroll through the Manhattan district; Broadway hosts more than 40 top-tier theaters offering all kinds of shows.
Stroll along the High Line
If you want to see New York from a new perspective, look no further! With over 2 km of unique plants, flowers, and views of Manhattan’s west side, the elevated railway that once ran through the city is now called the High Line. In addition to giving you the chance to see the stars and attend weekly exhibitions and events, this disused freight rail line is now a beautiful pathway leading to Hudson Yards. There you will find The Vessel, an architectural marvel featuring a network of interconnected staircases forming a massive honeycomb, inaugurated on March 15, 2019.
Try something new at Smorgasburg Market
The lively neighborhood of Williamsburg is an ideal place to start exploring Brooklyn. If your trip to New York takes place between April and October, don’t miss the chance to visit Smorgasburg Market, with hundreds of vendors set up along the East River. In this market, also known as the Woodstock of Food, you can try everything you can imagine while enjoying privileged views of Manhattan.
After eating and shopping a bit, take a walk to explore the nearby Domino Park, an evocative park offering unforgettable views that will leave you breathless.
Admire New York from a unique perspective
Do you want an adrenaline rush and to see New York and its incredible skyline? The views from a helicopter are all you need. You won’t see the Big Apple the same way again after experiencing this unique perspective of the skyscrapers.
And if you’re looking for even stronger thrills, FlyNYon offers you the chance to fly with your legs dangling outside the helicopter. A true bird’s-eye view experience.