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Create Lasting Memories—Tips for Traveling with Kids in NYC
Create Lasting Memories—Tips for Traveling with Kids in NYC

If you’re hitting the Big Apple with your family, you won’t be at a loss for things to do—NYC might be the city that never sleeps, but there are still plenty of kid-friendly activities to try. Although traveling with your children is rewarding and often exciting, it can also be challenging. If you’re planning a trip to New York with kids, consider our surefire tips for a fantastic vacation. 

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Public Golf Courses In and Around NYC
Public Golf Courses In and Around NYC

The opportunities for sightseeing in NYC are limitless, but golfers should definitely make time to check out some of these city links. The prices to get in a round are quite good—better if you’re a resident of the city.

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Dog-Friendly Businesses in NYC That Are Open Right Now
Dog-Friendly Businesses in NYC That Are Open Right Now

Looking for somewhere to go with your dog in NYC? Here are some dog-friendly businesses in NYC that are open and ready for your dog’s and your visit!

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Safe Reopening NYC: What's Open During Covid in NYC
Safe Reopening NYC: What's Open During Covid in NYC

New York City is already into its Phase 4 of reopening, with restaurants, bars, museums, and attractions all ready for their comeback. What are the plans for post-coronavirus cleaning and social distancing? We have all the latest procedures and protocols for the city's responses to COVID-19 here.

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Places to Go in NYC: Virtual Tours of Observation Decks
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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Planning a New York City Trip: How to Know Your Hotel Room Is Clean
Planning a New York City Trip: How to Know Your Hotel Room Is Clean

It's almost impossible to find a hotel that hasn't introduced a new sanitation program, promising its rooms are squeaky clean and coronavirus-free. But how do you know if your hotel room is really clean?

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The Pros and Cons of Staying Near Times Square
The Pros and Cons of Staying Near Times Square

If you’re going to visit New York City, particularly for the first time, it’s likely you’ve at least considered staying in or near Times Square—here are some pros and cons.

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NYC Destinations Offering Student Discounts
NYC Destinations Offering Student Discounts

College comes with a lot of challenges (term papers, budgeting), but there are plenty of perks too (boundless learning opportunities, free time on weekdays). Take advantage of your student life, whether you’re attending NYU or a CUNY campus—or if you’re visiting the city. We’ve assembled a list of NYC performance venues, museums, retailers, and restaurants where a valid student ID can get you a percentage off the price of your purchase.

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Luggage Storage New York City: The Best Places to Store Your Luggage in NYC in 2021
Luggage Storage New York City: The Best Places to Store Your Luggage in NYC in 2021

To store luggage in NYC you'll find a range of options, from app-assisted to traditional storefronts. Read on for our picks for the best luggage storage in New York City.

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Getting Around: New York City Taxi Tips
Getting Around: New York City Taxi Tips

Everything you need to know about hailing a New York City taxi and tips to maximize your experience.

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Best of NYC

Top Reasons to Visit New York In 2021
Top Reasons to Visit New York In 2021

New York City was hit early and hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The city shut down in March 2020, and in many ways, has remained closed since then. The city is starting to see signs of life once again, however, and it may be the case that 2021 is one of the most compelling times to see the city. The following are some of the biggest reasons to visit New York in 2021.

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Best Places to Walk a Dog in NYC
Best Places to Walk a Dog in NYC

New York may not be ideal for dogs even as it maintains its fame for towering skyscrapers, famous sites, shopping, and much more. In the eyes of many, it is the most attractive urban center in the country, but maybe not for canine companions—especially if you live in a cramped pad with no yard and limited space to play around!

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8 Luxury Experiences in NYC
8 Luxury Experiences in NYC

To indulge yourself or someone else with a luxury experience, there's no place better than New York City. Here are eight ways to mark a special day worthy of the splurge!

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Best of Holiday Happenings in NYC 2019
Best of Holiday Happenings in NYC 2019

It’s holiday time in New York City! Renowned for its decadent holiday décor, creative window displays, twinkling Fifth Avenue displays, and assortment of retail shops, New York City certainly is the place to be during the holidays. There are so many destinations to indulge in—from holiday shopping to ice skating, tree lightings, caroling, and more. Be sure to check out this lineup of fun, festive activities and start filling up your calendar. Be merry and make the season bright!

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One Vanderbilt: Grand Central's New Skyscraper Neighbor
One Vanderbilt: Grand Central's New Skyscraper Neighbor

These days, it’s hard to miss One Vanderbilt, the new 1,401-foot skyscraper currently under construction next to Grand Central Terminal. The building, which will house offices and an exciting new restaurant, is on track to open in 2020.

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A Guide to the Secret and Hidden Restaurants of NYC
A Guide to the Secret and Hidden Restaurants of NYC

In a city filled with blinding marquees, spinning signs, and street hawkers handing out flyers to the latest attraction, there are secret at undercover restaurants in NYC. Find them behind unmarked doors, tucked inside other restaurants.

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New York's 7 Best Gyros
New York's 7 Best Gyros

The gyro is a staple of New York food cart fare: fast, filling, and affordable. Also found on Mediterranean restaurant menus and at Greek spots around town, gyro consists of thin slices of savory, herb-y meat that often comes on pita bread or rice platter. But not all gyros are created equal. Here are the seven best in the city! Grab some extra sauce for us, will you?

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The 9 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in the West Village
The 9 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in the West Village

With all the ivy and filtered sunlight through the trees, this is the perfect place for a meal outside. You might like to watch the world go by on a sidewalk patio or hide out in a pretty backyard garden. Find our picks for both as you discover the nine best outdoor dining experiences this side of Sixth Avenue.

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Upper East Side Restaurants for Outdoor Dining
Upper East Side Restaurants for Outdoor Dining

As NYC comes back from coronavirus, Upper East Siders are eager to get back into restaurants. For outdoor dining near Museum Mile (the Met, the Guggenheim) and shopping on Madison Avenue, here is the best patio seating the Upper East Side has to offer.

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What Are the Best Rooftop Bars in NYC?
What Are the Best Rooftop Bars in NYC?

Wondering what are the best rooftop bars in NYC? We've got a baker's dozen of them, perfect for those times when you want to change your attitude with altitude. Get above ground level and enjoy that next happy hour or nightcap in serious style.

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The 10 Best Milkshakes in New York City
The 10 Best Milkshakes in New York City

A milkshake can turn any day into an extraordinary day. These are our picks for restaurants that have the best milkshakes in NYC?

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These Are the 12 Best Team Building Activities in NYC
These Are the 12 Best Team Building Activities in NYC

Whether you're a company, a group of coworkers, friends, or family members, the city is packed with great team building activities from black-light bowling, escape rooms, to painting tutorials and pizza-making classes.

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The Best Things to Do in NYC in April
The Best Things to Do in NYC in April

April is brimming with culture in NYC. A new exhibit on Studio 54 comes to Brooklyn Museum, The New York Botanical Garden hosts its popular annual Orchid Show, the International Auto Show returns to the Javits Center, jewelry fans flock to MAD Museum for its annual LOOT shopping event, and much more!

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A New York City Bachelorette Party Guide
A New York City Bachelorette Party Guide

For bridal parties coming to New York, the city’s your oyster. No matter your budget or the number of bridesmaids you have, there will be fun for all with Broadway shows, boozy brunches, culture, shopping, and karaoke.

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The Best Things to Do in NYC in February
The Best Things to Do in NYC in February

New York in February may be sunk in winter, but the city is as vibrant as ever, with theater, culture, dining, and nightlife scenes all going full-bore.

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Great Private Dining in NYC
Great Private Dining in NYC

New York restaurants are notoriously short on space, but we've gathered up some great exceptions for holiday and special occasion dining in a private party group space as only New York can do it.

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Ice Skating NYC
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.

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The Best Things to Do in NYC in October
The Best Things to Do in NYC in October

With exhibits, sightseeing, fun for kids, concerts, and nightlife, there's tons going on in New York in October and we've got the best of it. (It's a great month for visiting, with the leaves turning, mellow weather, and lots and lots of activities.)

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The Best Steakhouses in Midtown
The Best Steakhouses in Midtown

Midtown Manhattan offers some of the finest steakhouses in greater New York City. Here are some of the top picks when you want a great porterhouse, rib eye, NY strip, or filet mignon.

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These are the Amazing NYC Coupons and Discounts
These are the Amazing NYC Coupons and Discounts

The best NYC coupons and discount for sightseeing, attractions, museums, retail stores, transportation, and more. Save big.

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What Are the Best Boat Rides in New York City?
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.

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Things to Do This Week in NYC (9/20-9/26)
Things to Do This Week in NYC (9/20-9/26)

(9/20-9/26) Looking for what to do in NYC this week and this weekend? The city continues to bounce back. Vaccinations are required for much of indoor life here (meaning you can feel safer if you head in to a restaurant, museum, or gym), but there's also tons to do out of doors. Read on for more in-person reopenings, festivals, pop ups, and other things to do in NYC this week.

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Neighborhoods

A Visitor’s Guide to the Upper East Side
A Visitor’s Guide to the Upper East Side

There’s less traffic, so things are a bit easier for pedestrians, and you don’t have to worry as much about the reckless drivers in Midtown, for example. The Upper East Side has a reputation for being safe, charming, and a bit luxurious too. You are away from some of the city's touristy areas, but you can always get there if you’d like to. The following are some general things visitors should know about staying on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

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What's Open Now in NYC's Union Square
What's Open Now in NYC's Union Square

Union Square has long been a place of entertainment, activism, and companionship, with many stores, a leafy park, and theaters opening up around the square since it formed in the early 1800s. Although the area has undergone many changes over the years, Union Square continues to be a source of leisure for New Yorkers and tourists alike. 

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The Vessel, The Shed, and What Else to See at Hudson Yards
The Vessel, The Shed, and What Else to See at Hudson Yards

Hudson Yards is the state-of-the-art building development, new to the West Side of Manhattan. Larger than Rockefeller Center at 28 acres, this impressive neighborhood contains a climbable monument, a hotel, a mall, an arts space, offices, residences, restaurants, and 14 acres of public space.

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A Quick Guide to Times Square
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.

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What's New at Hudson Yards
What's New at Hudson Yards

We’ve rounded up some recently completed projects and things to look forward to—The Shed, Edge, Electric Lemon, Tiffany & Co., and more, this fall and beyond at Hudson Yards.

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What to Do on the Upper West Side
What to Do on the Upper West Side

New York comes home to the Upper West Side. This storied neighborhood has made its name with peaceful residences, great schools, and utter livability in the midst of a frantic city. Visitors enjoy the area's opera, dance, music, and film at Lincoln Center and relish natural wonders at the American Museum of Natural History. Walk West 81st a few blocks, and you'll feel like a local in no time.

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What to Do in the Financial District
What to Do in the Financial District

The Financial District might be the most historically rich neighborhood in New York City. You’ll find traces of founding fathers George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, the country’s first fine dining restaurant, and a 300-year-old tavern on these winding streets at the tip of Manhattan.

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City Secrets

We Interviewed a New York Restaurant Instagram Influencer: Here's What She Had to Say
We Interviewed a New York Restaurant Instagram Influencer: Here's What She Had to Say

Ever wonder what it's like to be an Instagram Influencer living in NYC? We sat down with Ana Colliton, the blogger behind @BitesoftheBest, in Zibetto Espresso Bar to watch her in action. Here is what she had to say about Instagram's algorithm, making content, her inspiration, and more. 

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A Guide to the Secret and Hidden Restaurants of NYC
A Guide to the Secret and Hidden Restaurants of NYC

In a city filled with blinding marquees, spinning signs, and street hawkers handing out flyers to the latest attraction, there are secret at undercover restaurants in NYC. Find them behind unmarked doors, tucked inside other restaurants.

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8 Unique Pizza Toppings You Can Try Only in NYC
8 Unique Pizza Toppings You Can Try Only in NYC

Unique topping options are one reason New York is famous for its pizza. From sushi to chocolate to pasta, the city's pizzerias have creative ideas for memorable pies.

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4DX & Fine Food: 7 NYC Movie Theaters With Special Features
4DX & Fine Food: 7 NYC Movie Theaters With Special Features

Immerse yourself in cinema, only in NYC, with these 7 innovative movie theaters. At both 4DX and dine-in movie experiences, you’ll savor films with all five senses.

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Luggage Storage New York City: The Best Places to Store Your Luggage in NYC in 2021
Luggage Storage New York City: The Best Places to Store Your Luggage in NYC in 2021

To store luggage in NYC you'll find a range of options, from app-assisted to traditional storefronts. Read on for our picks for the best luggage storage in New York City.

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Military Savings in NYC
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.

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Activity Planner

Free Things to Do in Manhattan This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Free Things to Do in Manhattan This Weekend - March 27-March 29

There's no denying that Manhattan is the sparkle in New York City's eye, but that doesn't mean you have to dump out your wallet to hang out there. City Guide's compiled all the best free things to do in Manhattan this weekend, and for those wanting to explore the city's most famous borough on the cheap, this is your go-to guide.

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Sports Events in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Sports Events in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

NYC is home to the Knicks, the Yankees, the Jets, the Rangers, the Mets, the Nets, and the Islanders, so you can bet that there are sporting events happening in the city no matter the season. (There's also soccer, minor league baseball, marathons, and all kinds of college teams.) Find out what sports events in New York City are happening this weekend on City Guide's roundup and then snag some tickets for a game you'll never forget.

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Random Live Music in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Random Live Music in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

From jazz and blues to punk and rock to electronic and pop, every kind of live music venue exists in NYC. City Guide's roundup of weekend random live music shows in New York City will cover all the ground for you, making sure you don't miss out on a single show of other music.

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Random Happenings in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Random Happenings in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

There's always something going on in the world's captial, and City Guide has rounded up the best random happenings in New York City this weekend for those looking to do something a little out of the ordinary. You never know what you'll find going on in the city's many neighborhoods on the weekend, but you'll definitely find something, however miscellaneous it may be.

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Pop and Rock Shows in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Pop and Rock Shows in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

All of musical greats make their way through the Big Apple at one point or another, making NYC one of the best locations for catching pop and rock shows. Whether you like the big names or go more for the rising talent of the music industry, be sure to snag tickets to these weekend New York City pop and rock shows compiled by City Guide.

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Nightlife in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Nightlife in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

New York City is the ideal metropolis for night owls wanting to stay out late long past the setting of the sun. From evening shows and late night performances to bustling bars and packed nightclubs, find exactly what you're looking for on City Guide's weekend nightlife guide to New York City.

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Museum Events in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Museum Events in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

The Met, the MoMA, the Guggenheim, the Whitney, and the Museum of Natural History ? these are just a sampling of the many great museums open to the city. If you're wanting to spend some time exploring these cultural gems, then City Guide's guide to museum events in New York City this weekend will be your best companion.

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Events for Kids in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Events for Kids in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

While New York City is often thought of as a playground for adults, there's still plenty of fun activities with children. From museum specials to readings to musical performances, City Guide's collection of weekend events for kids in New York City will have your little ones never wanting to leave the concrete jungle.

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Holidays and Specials in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Holidays and Specials in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

New York City takes its seasonal specials and holidays seriously. City Guide's got all the latest and greatest news on the holiday events and specials coming up in New York City this weekend. From scoping out the windows on Saks Fifth Avenue during the Christmas season to catching a round of fireworks on the Hudson on the Fourth of July, you won't miss a thing.

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Comedy Shows in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Comedy Shows in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

Who doesn't enjoy a hearty laugh? You'll get your fill of chuckles and then some at any of the comedy club shows on this weekend roundup from City Guide. Attending comedy shows in New York City is a must for anyone wanting to enjoy everything the city has to offer, and you might even catch a famous name performing a set at The Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, or The Stand if you're lucky!

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Blues and Jazz in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Blues and Jazz in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

NYC is filled with blues and jazz clubs, and City Guide's got all the best weekend shows in one place. Get your groove at some of New York City's most famed establishments, including the likes of Blue Note Jazz Club, the Jazz Standard, the Village Vanguard and Terra Blues.

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Opera and Classical Music in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29
Opera and Classical Music in New York City This Weekend - March 27-March 29

The Metropolitan Opera is world-class and world famous, and it's among the comprehensive weekend opera listings you can find on City Guide's calendar. In addition to the famous season of the Met Opera, we’ve also got all the great classical performances going on in the city, from string quartets to piano recitals to full orchestras. Get inspired for your next musical outing to Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Bargemusic, or even one of the Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks.

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No Cover Live Music in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29
No Cover Live Music in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29

Say no to cover charges the next time you're in New York City and looking for live music. From bars to clubs to museum shows, you can catch all kinds of great music without having to pay for a ticket. City Guide's calendar has all the no cover live music in NYC this week rounded up below.

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Improv Shows in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29
Improv Shows in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29

In New York City wanting to let loose? Stop by any of NYC's famed improv shows to get your giggle on. The People's Improv Theatre, Upright Citizens Brigade, and Magnet Theater all have shows happening regularly within the city, along with a host of other improv establishments rounded up on City Guide's calendar for this week in improv.

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Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Downtown NYC This Week - March 22-March 29
Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Downtown NYC This Week - March 22-March 29

Downtown NYC has long been a capital of live music. With venues like the Bowery Ballroom, Mercury Lounge, and Terra Blues, fans of rock, jazz, and more have long been drawn here. City Guide's roundup of live music in clubs and bars will connect you with tunes at dozens of great downtown venues.

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Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Brooklyn This Week - March 22-March 29
Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Brooklyn This Week - March 22-March 29

Brooklyn is as happening as cities get, with live music in the bars and clubs from Williamsburg to Park Slope to downtown. With a younger crowd taking to the always trending burough, you can bet that great shows can be found all over Brooklyn. Whether you're more into a rock scene or music that's an eclectic mix, check out places like Brooklyn Steel, Barbes, and the Pine Box Rock Shop all around Brooklyn.

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Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Midtown This Week - March 22-March 29
Live Music in Clubs and Bars in Midtown This Week - March 22-March 29

Live music completely changes the atmosphere of any venue, and there's no city that gets that quite like New York does. Midtown is filled to the brim with live music in clubs and bars, and no matter what your style is, there's sure to be a venue that's right up your alley on City Guide's weekly calendar. From Midtown West to Midtown East, check out the rock, jazz, pop, and blues awaiting in our clubs and bars.

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Broadway Songs: Cabaret Shows in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29
Broadway Songs: Cabaret Shows in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29

Cabaret is an experience all of its own, and New York City has some of the best cabaret clubs in the world. Feinstein's/54 Below, Don't Tell Mama, and Caf? Carlyle make up only a few of the many nightclubs in New York City that take their inspiration from Broadway and the Great American Songbook. Find the full schedule of NYC's weekly cabaret shows in City Guide's calendar.

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Things to Do on the Upper East Side This Week - March 22-March 29
Things to Do on the Upper East Side This Week - March 22-March 29

You'll find the the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Madison Avenue, Central Park Zoo, and Seredipity 3 in the Upper East Side, along with a plethora of other activities, eateries, and landmarks. City Guide's list of things to do on the Upper East Side this week will keep you occupied and thoroughly entertained during your visit to this beloved NYC borough.

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Things to Do in Midtown This Week - March 22-March 29
Things to Do in Midtown This Week - March 22-March 29

You haven't really experienced New York City until you've explored midtown, from its many museums and galleries to restaurants, bakeries, and bars. Searching for things to do in midtown this week? You needn't look any further, because this City Guide list will fill you in on all of midtown's best happenings.

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Free Things to Do in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29
Free Things to Do in NYC This Week - March 22-March 29

You can never run out of things to do in New York City, and that includes things that are free of charge! Pinch some pennies with City Guide's list of free things to do in NYC this week. You may just be surprised at how little it'll cost you to have a great time in the world's greatest city, with music, museums, and other free events awaiting.

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Things to Do in the Theater District This Week - March 22-March 29
Things to Do in the Theater District This Week - March 22-March 29

Planning on catching a Broadway show in New York City's Theater District during your visit to the Big Apple? If so, make sure you check out City Guide's list of things to do in the Theater District this week for all the best of this famed midtown area. Museums, galleries, restaurants, and bars can all be found in the heart of the city.

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Things to Do in Greenwich Village This Week - March 22-March 29
Things to Do in Greenwich Village This Week - March 22-March 29

Home to Washington Square Park, the Stonewall Inn, and NYU, Greenwich Village always has a lot going on, which is exactly why this guide for things to do in Greenwich Village this week will come in handy. City Guide has rounded up some of the most entertaining, delicious, and memorable things to do in this scenic neighborhood no matter your budget.

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Free Things to Do in Brooklyn This Week - March 22-March 29
Free Things to Do in Brooklyn This Week - March 22-March 29

On a budget? Not to worry. City Guide's weekly roundup of free things to do in Brooklyn will keep your entertained without breaking the bank. From catching a free outdoor movie screening to exploring breathtaking Prospect Park, there's something in this weekly roundup for everyone wanting to travel without burning a hole in their wallet.

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Free Things to Do in Manhattan This Week - March 22-March 29
Free Things to Do in Manhattan This Week - March 22-March 29

City Guide's calendar of free things to do in Manhattan shows off all the incredible things New York offers at no expense. Museums, parks, concerts, and popups are only the beginning of the rich offerings you can find here. From Downtown to Midtown to Uptown, check out City Guide's suggestions for great free events in Manhattan.

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