Sightseeing Articles
Brazilian Day Extravaganza to Cover 25 Midtown Blocks September 1
You don’t have to be Brazilian to enjoy the annual Brazilian Day in New York, now entering its 30th year. While numerous New Yorkers will have exited the city for the end-of-summer Labor Day weekend, hundreds of thousands of Brazilians from near and far will assemble for the massive festival on Sunday, September 1.
The 88th Annual Feast of San Gennaro
The 88th Annual Feast of San Gennaro, New York City’s longest-running, biggest and most revered religious outdoor festival, will take place Thursday, September 11 through Sunday, September 21, 2014, on the streets of historic Little Italy, the lower Manhattan neighborhood which served as the first home in America for hundreds of thousands of Italian immigrants seeking a better life in the early 20th century.
Bike and Roll NYC Launches First Public Segway Tour: Skyline by Segway (DISCONTINUED)
As New York City's largest and premier bike tour and bike rental company, Bike and Roll New York City is expanding its operational footprint by now offering a two-hour Segway Tour that promises to enrich any excursion by providing an experience showcasing the city's spectacular skyline.
Harlem Week 2013 - Celebrating 39 Years of Excellence!
New York City's largest outdoor festival has returned with yet another spectacular lineup of exciting concerts, events, and activities in honor of its 39th anniversary.
Spirit Cruises' Karaoke Dinner Cruise Continue; Plus: 25% Off in August
Come aboard Spirit Cruises' Friday Karaoke Dinner Cruises if you like to sing or have a friend or loved one that loves belting it out.
Statue of Liberty Reopened
Following an eight-month closure due to severe damage from Hurricane Sandy, you can once again visit Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty.
Madame Tussauds Counts Down to the World Cup
Portuguese soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will be the next personality to receive a wax figure at the famed attraction in New York and Las Vegas.
Sofia Vergara Immortalized in Wax at Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds has announced that Emmy-nominated actress and model Sofia Vergara will be the next personality to be immortalized in wax, not once, but twice, at the famed attraction on Tuesday, June 4.
The High Life on the High Line Park
Ground-level parks are a thing of the past. New York City’s the High Line was built 30 feet off the ground on a stretch of abandoned freight railway line on the lower west side of Manhattan. These railway tracks, which were built in the 1930s to remove dangerous freight traffic from the streets, are now home to a winding greenway promenade that overlooks the Hudson River.
Memorial Day Weekend Parades and More in New York City
Memorial Day weekend is often regarded as the kickoff to summer. But more importantly, it is the day to honor citizens who've served the United States in times of war. We’ve included here a roundup of parades/events around the city.
Summer -- and New York City -- Is in Full Swing Aboard Spirit Cruises
All year long, Spirit Cruises features specialty cruises that celebrate national holidays and local events that are perfect for individual fun and exceptional group outings. They’ve also put together some special offers and lively theme cruises that are sure to add a splash of fun to your social life.
Save 15% aboard Spirit Cruises' Mother's Day Lunch & Dinner Cruises
Give Mom the day off and treat her to a special day full of festivities and fun aboard Spirit Cruises.
Intrepid Museum Begins Its 'Summer Salute to Heroes' With Memorial Day Weekend Celebrations
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum kicks off its annual Summer Salute to Heroes with a Memorial Day Weekend celebration running May 24-28, with appearances by The Voice's Angie Johnson, a screening of Top Gun and more.
Spirit Cruises New York Saturday Gospel Lunch Cruises
Join Spirit Cruises New York for a positively inspiring experience on their Gospel Lunch Cruises beginning in May.
Visiting NYC's Seaport District
Pier 17 and businesses inside the shopping center will remain open through Labor Day weekend 2013.
Bike and Roll New York Kicks Off 2013 Season
Bike and Roll New York, the Big Apple’s premier bike rental and bike tour company, has opened several locations in Manhattan for the 2013 season, including Pier 84, Central Park at Columbus Circle and Tavern on the Green and Battery Park.
Intrepid's Space Shuttle Enterprise Added to the National Register of Historic Places
The Space Shuttle Enterprise, NASA’s original orbiter, now located at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places as of March 13, 2013, becoming the first orbiter to receive the distinction.
Madame Tussauds New York Unveils New Bollywood Exhibit
The exhibit features incredibly lifelike wax figures of five Hindi cinema legends: Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai,Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan.
Top of the Rock Observation Deck Introduces New Ticket Options
The new Premier Pass includes two of Top of the Rock’s most popular retail items and more; the Sun & Stars combo ticket lets you visit twice in 24 hours at a discounted rate.
Spirit Cruises' Easter Cruises - Save 15% on Groups
Celebrate Easter in New York City aboard the Spirit of New York, which is offering a kid-friendly lunch cruise and a dinner cruise.
Intrepid Celebrates Women's History Month with Free Guided Tours
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is offering three free Tour Guide Talks – “Intrepid Women: Extraordinary Stories of Women in Sea, Air & Space,” “The Real Rosie the Riveters” and “Sally Ride: Trailblazing Astronaut” – that will run every Saturday and Sunday in March, aboard the Intrepid.
The 2013 New York International Auto Show - Now Through April 7
The 2013 New York International Auto Show features the most extensive collection of the most technologically advanced vehicles on display anywhere in the world.
Meet Astronaut Jerry L. Ross at The Intrepid, Jan. 31
Join Jerry L. Ross, the most-launched astronaut in history (seven times), as he leads a free public discussion about his career with NASA, which spanned the entire U.S. space shuttle program, his personal experience reaching 1,293 hours in space, including 58 hours and 18 minutes on nine space walks, and the hard work and determination necessary to travel beyond this world.
Sail Away Under a Full Moon with Spirit of New York Cruises
Come aboard Spirit Cruises tomorrow night, January 26, 2013 for its first Full Moon Dinner Cruise of the year. Enjoy delicious dining, dancing, entertainment and spectacular skyline views under the stars - all while the moon is at its fullest. Don't miss out on a memorable moonlit night.
Save Now with Spirit Cruises Cyber Sale
Now is the time to think about and book your upcoming birthday outing, anniversary celebration or graduation party. With Spirit Cruises Cyber Sale going on now through Jan. 13, you can celebrate on the water for less.
