MY NEW YORK CITY GUIDE 👇🏼
It feels like a futile task, trying to put together a New York guide. There’s just so much to do and see, and it’s the kind of city that’s constantly changing and evolving.
But I’ve been enough times now that I feel I can confidently recommend a decent NYC day. A tried and tested recipe of activities that gives you a real flavour of the city, whether you’re a first timer or a pro. I’d like to think I’m more the latter, but I still haven’t quite got the hang of swiping my metro card (there’s a very specific not too slow, not too fast speed required that I can’t seem to get the knack of!), so maybe not…
Anyway, here’s a guide to some of my favourite NYC places and spaces:
THINGS TO DO:
* Visit an observatory: Empire State Building and Top of The Rock are the classics, or catch spectacular views at
@edgenyc and
@summitov
* It’s totally touristy, but you have to see the lights of Times Square lit up at night at least once
* Wander Central Park, Dog spot in Domino Park, or catch the cherry blossom at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
* Cross the Brooklyn Bridge and spend a day vintage shopping and cafe hopping
RESTAURANTS:
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@boucherienyc , my favourite for aesthetic French dining
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@monomono.nyc , Korean wings and oysters surrounded by records
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@katzsdeli , from *that* When Harry Met Sally scene, famous for pastrami sandwiches
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@joespizzanyc , a classic NYC slicery
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@pigandkhao , for a Filipino Thai mashup
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@nown.usa , the best Asian inspired burgers
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@antonsnyc , the vibiest neighbourhood pasta spot
BARS:
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@theuesnyc a speakeasy hidden behind an ice cream parlour
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@keysandheels , another speakeasy (I like speakeasies, can you tell..?) posing as a locksmith
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@apothekenyc , retro apothecary inspired cocktail bars
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@attaboy134 , a cosy cocktail bar with no set menu
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@bathtubginnyc , yep, a speakeasy, with 1920s vibes and quirky drinks
Let me know if you have any other tips, and what your perfect NYC day would look like!
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