Sightseeing Articles
A Quick Guide to Times Square
Visit before or after the Broadway rush is on and you’ll know instantly why the Times Square crossroads is nicknamed “The Center of the Universe.” Read on for our picks for great attractions, bites, and beers at the Crossroads of the World.
What Are the Best Boat Rides in New York City?
See major symbols of American history and ingenuity on a dinner cruise or during a day of sightseeing on these fantastic New York boat tours.
Go 'Behind The Experience' at Madame Tussauds New York
Go behind the scenes of New York's most intriguing spots with the new Behind The Experience video series. This week you'll get an insider look at Times Square’s iconic Madame Tussauds New York. How do the figures get made? How far will the team go to get the anatomy exactly right—like in a hidden spot on Priyanka Chopra Jonas's body?
How to Fish in NYC
If you’re new to fishing, figuring it all out can be overwhelming. We’ve got all the info you need to know in this guide to how to fish in NYC.
Places to Go in NYC: Virtual Tours of Historic Homes
New York City features a wide variety of historical homes that showcase our nation’s history. The houses honor people like LGBTQ pioneering photographer Alice Austen, founding father Alexander Hamilton, and poet and writer Edgar Allan Poe. You can still engage with the homes even when their physical buildings are closed because of COVID-19 restrictions. These are just a few New York historical homes and mansions that are offering virtual tours, collections, and more fun events online.
Virtual Tours of Yankee Stadium Now Available
Experience Yankee team history from your own grandstands with Yankee Stadium Tours' new virtual visits.
Places to Go in NYC: Virtual Tours of Observation Decks
If you're planning a trip to New York, check out these virtual tours of our famous observation decks so you'll be ready to choose the best one for you.
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10 Instagrammable NYC Spots From TV & Film
Capture your favorite moments from screens large and small in New York City—ready for Instagram glory. From an unassuming set of Bronx stairs to a Queens cemetery, iconic filming locations abound (if you know where to look, that is).
Tour the Statue of Liberty & The High Line with ExperienceFirst NYC
Walk the greatest city in the world with ExperienceFirst New York! Experience First, or EXP1, provides engaging, comprehensive walking tours throughout NYC.
One World Observatory Coupon Code: Save 10%!
Use promo code OWOCITY at One World Observatory, and you'll save 10% on standard admission with this special coupon.
New York Coupons: Discount Code for Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Get a coupon code to see unbelievable oddities at a discount at Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Intrepid Coupon Code: $5 Admission Discount from City Guide
Enjoy discount admission to the history and heritage of the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum with City Guide's coupon code.
Learn How to Strut the Runway with Victoria Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio at Madame Tussauds New York
Experience fashion in a new and exciting way at Madame Tussauds in Times Square.
Ice Skating NYC
Ice Skating NYC: despite New York’s perpetual squeeze for real estate, there are great opportunities for getting out on the ice. From the magic of the Rink at Rockefeller Center to Bryant Park, Central Park, and Prospect Park, we've got the best spots for ice skating NYC.
Tickets Now Available for Edge, The Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Edge, the Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, has an opening date at last. March 11, 2020, the Hudson Yards overlook will open to the public, and tickets are out now!
Military Savings in NYC
Being a part of the military has its perks, and these six military and veterans discounts in NYC are just some of them. From free admission to the top of the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building to a discounted full churrasco dining experience at a Brazilian steakhouse, if you’re part of the active or retired military community, you’ll want to take advantage of these amazing citywide savings. Besides, if anyone deserves it, it’s got to be you.
Coupon Code for Madame Tussauds New York
Use City Guide's coupon code to save at Madame Tussauds New York, the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from getting photos with your favorite celebrities.
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Moon New York City: A Native New Yorker's Guide to the City
Moon New York City, a brand-new guide from art and culture writer Christopher Kompanek, does a great job of leading travelers to New York destinations that are both authentic and approachable.
Public Art and More: What to See in Battery Park
Battery Park lies at the southernmost tip of Manhattan. It’s filled with gardens, sculpture, and monuments and has a fabulous view of the Statue of Liberty.
On the Waterfront: Brooklyn's Coastal Neighborhoods
Read on for overviews of 7 Brooklyn waterfront neighborhoods including Greenpoint, Williamsburg, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Red Hook, and Coney Island.
Visit a Revolutionary War Battle Site at the Old Stone House in Brooklyn
The Old Stone House sits in the middle of Park Slope, a neighborhood in South Brooklyn near Prospect Park. The small Old Stone House is now surrounded by sporting fields and playgrounds, but the area was once the site of a small Dutch farmhouse built in 1699. Later, it stood during an important battle in the Revolutionary War, the Battle of Brooklyn. Today, visitors of all ages can step inside Old Stone House and learn the history of Brooklyn from inside this important landmark.
TSX Broadway: Times Square’s Brightest New Destination
Once completed, TSX will be a venue for innovative retail, a major new dining hub, an outdoor performance venue, and a luxury hotel. Developers will also be revolutionizing a historic Broadway theatre for the project.
Peek Inside the Empire State Building's New Second Floor
The Empire State Building has revealed a new museum, the Observatory Experience. The result of a $165 million investment, this second floor stopover will substitute for what was once time spent waiting on line.
Cruising New York with Hornblower: The Broadway on the Water Cabaret Cruise & More!
Hornblower Cruises and Events presents the ultimate night out in the best city in the world: the Broadway on the Water Cabaret Cruise.
New York Coupons: $5 Off at the FDNY Fire Zone
New York Coupons: FDNY Fire Zone. When you make a purchase of $25 or more at the FDNY Fire Zone, get a special deal of $5 off with the City Guide discount.