Every Thanksgiving, New York celebrates with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade—a serious spectacle! The immense parade marches through the canyons of Manhattan with giant helium balloons, grand, elaborate floats, marching bands and performance groups, thousands of clowns, and celebrity performances. More than 3.5 million spectators attend the parade. Another 50 million viewers watch the national telecast. […]
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Best views of New York City, and where to find them
Looking for the best views of New York City? The iconic Manhattan skyline is stunning and well worth seeking out! Here are some of our favorite places for views of New York City. Views of New York City from the East Brooklyn Bridge Park: This waterfront park, created from Brooklyn’s abandoned piers, has astounding views of […]
September 11 Memorial Museum
New York’s National September 11 Memorial Museum is hallowed ground…and a powerful experience. Located on the precise site of the immense tragedy, it is an innovative museum, memorial and final resting place for most of the victims. The museum’s exhibitions, found seven stories below ground at bedrock level, chronicle the attacks and honor the nearly […]
Central Park’s Northern Highlights
Central Park, the sprawling green oasis in the center of Manhattan, is undeniably beautiful…and huge. Two and a half miles in length and packed with landscapes and attractions, there is simply too much to see in a single visit. While most visitors enjoy the famous sites in Central Park’s south end, too few explore it’s […]
New York’s Must-See Skyscrapers
Chicago may have invented skyscrapers, but New York made them works of art. Since the 1890s skyscrapers have sprung from the bedrock of Manhattan, creating a skyline that embodies the city’s energy, ambition and power. NYC is home to hundreds of soaring towers, which are regularly being created…and sometimes recreated. Here are several of New […]
New York’s Tribeca Film Festival 2015
The Tribeca Film Festival is New York’s preeminent film festival and one of the world’s great showcases for independent film. The 12-day festival includes screenings, premieres, panel discussions, and events. The distinctly NYC festival is attended by a diverse array of artists and celebrities, yet remains accessible to all. The Tribeca Film Festival was founded […]
Walks of New York Launches with Special Discount Tours
Walks of New York celebrates the launch of its New York City walking tours by offering special preview tours for only $5.00. In observance of National Walking Day, all tour proceeds will go to the American Heart Association to support their healthy heart initiatives. Walks of New York is a brand extension of Walks of […]