Our recent week in New York City was an action packed one. We decided to set ourselves a
challenge to see and do as much as we possibly could, and that gave way to this video guide
which highlights 50 of the top attractions. In a city like New York this means we barely
scratched the surface, but hopefully this video will highlight the cornucopia of possibilities
that is the Big Apple.
Most journeys begin at Penn Station or Grand Central Terminal, and if you arrive at the
later you'll be wowed by the building.
We're now visiting The High Line, which is an old section of rail tracks that used to
run from Chelsea all the way to the Meatpacking district. This area has actually been reclaimed
and turned into a park which is pretty cool.
The Meatpacking District was once home to markets, slaughterhouses, and packaging plants,
but times have changed. Today you'll find a mixture of trendy restaurants, clubs and
boutiques.
The Village used to be a bohemian neighborhood that drew artists and musicians, but today
you're more likely to find upper middle class families living here. The streets are shaded
and quiet, and it's a nice place for a casual stroll.
Before coming to New York City there were a few things I absolutely wanted to do and
one of them was to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and I'm doing that right now.
Completed in 1883, Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United
States. It connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Today we are over in Williamsburg which is one of the more popular neighborhoods here
in Brooklyn. It definitely has a very young feel. I'm seeing a lot of twenty something
year old's and that means lots of flea markets, independent restaurants and art galleries.
Williamsburg has become quite popular given its lower rent prices. University students
and young professionals have been flocking to this part of town.
We got to see a lot of cool street art around Williamsburg, including murals along Bedford,
Fillmore, and Roebling.
This is a massive park located in Brooklyn and it was designed by the same landscape
architects who brought Central Park to life.
We are now visiting the historic district of DUMBO and that stands for down under the
Manhattan bridge overpass.
You can walk along the riverfront for a great view of the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges
and the Manhattan skyline.
You can't come to New York and not have a slice of pizza. I can't think of a better
place to have it here than in Brooklyn.
We were kind of tired from a long day of walking and we decided to take a little break at Bryant
Park. Low and behold we found that they have free board games that anyone can use throughout
the day.
You'll catch friends, couples, and families playing games like chess, dominoes and scrabble.
During the summer months, Bryant Park also becomes a popular hangout spot for people
looking to relax and even work on their tans.
After visiting Bryant Park, you'll want to pop into the library for a look at the beautiful
interior.
The Staten Island Ferry is free of charge and this makes it really popular with visitors
who want to catch a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty from a distance.
If you want to get a closer look at Lady Liberty, you'll have to buy tickets to Liberty Island.
If you make reservations well in advance, you can even climb to the viewing platform
inside the crown.
Battery Park is located on the southern tip of Manhattan. It is home to a few different
memorials and you'll also catch a lot of visitors hanging out in this area as they wait to catch
a ferry.
Little Italy may be slowly shrinking, but it's still a great place to grab some Italian
food & a gelato for dessert.
Having both lived in South Korea, we were thrilled to come across Manhattan's own Little
Korea. We seized the opportunity and found a restaurant serving kimchi, pajeon, and kimchi
bokkeum bap.
If you're looking for a bargain, Chinatown is a fun place to visit. The storefronts usually
spill onto the sidewalks. It's one of the few places where you can haggle on the price
of things.
Coney Island is all about good old fashioned fun. You can ride roller coasters, stroll
down the boardwalk, enjoy some beach time, and then head over the Nathan's Famous hot
dogs. We happened to be here during a parade, which explains why the streets were so busy.
And that's our next tip - if you're here in June, don't miss the Mermaid Parade!
We are now in the northwest end of Manhattan visiting The Cloisters and this building was
built in the Medieval architectural style and it is home to some really lovely sculptures
and paintings so we're going to be visiting those.
The Cloisters will make you feel like you've traveled over to Europe. This place a peaceful
retreat from Manhattan's busy streets.
The Apollo is one of the most famous music halls in New York City. Amateur Night is on
Wednesdays, and it's great for spotting upcoming talent.
We're in Harlem for some soul food and we've heard some great things about Sylvia's. We
can't wait to go and have some fried chicken.
We ended up having smothered chicken, and it melted in our mouths. Delicious!
While in the city we also dropped by the National September 11 Memorial.
We then made our way to Trinity Church which holds one of the oldest burial grounds in
Manhattan and is the final resting place of many historic figures.
We're here now at Wall Street where millions are made and lost.
We're now visiting the Lincoln Center, which is a space that celebrates the performing
arts. It is home to the opera, the ballet and the theater.
Art aficionados will love the possibilities the Lincoln Center offers.
While I wouldn't recommend biking Manhattan's congested streets, Central Park really is
a great place for a bike ride. If you're looking to cover a lot of ground, you can pick up
a bike from one of the many rental shops.
One thing you absolutely have to do when you come to New York is watch a New York Yankees
baseball game. Right now we're at Yankee Stadium and this is the most historic baseball franchise.
They've won more World Series than any other team.
We have a very exciting day of museum hopping ahead of us. Our first stop is the MET or
the Metropolitan Museum of Art and I'm really looking forward to browsing the different
galleries.
Admission to the Met is by suggested donation only, meaning you can give whatever you can
afford.
This triangular shaped skyscraper is one of the most iconic buildings in the city. If
you approach the building from a certain angle it looks 2-dimensional.
Washington Square Park is popular with families looking to cool down during the summer months.
There is a large fountain where kids like to climb and splash around. The park is also
known for its arch which is reminiscent of that in Paris.
And while you visit Washington Square Park, you can also take the opportunity to swing
by the NYU campus.
The National Museum of the American Indian has a very interesting collection, and the
best part is that admission is free of charge.
The American Museum of Natural History is located in the Upper West Side, and it has
an extensive dinosaur collection.
We are now in Times Square - the busiest intersection in all of New York City. If you're going to
be visiting I recommend you come at night time when all of the lights are on and it
is just crowded.
Times Square has often been nicknamed "The Center of the Universe" and "The Crossroads
of the World". An estimated 330,000 people pass through daily.
Modern art lovers can pop into the MoMa for a visit.
A really fun way to get over to Roosevelt Island is to take a cable car from Manhattan.
This tramway runs from Manhattan to Roosevelt Island and the ride lasts 3 minutes. It's
a fun way to get an aerial overview of the city, but it's also slightly unnerving if
you don't like heights!
Ahh, Fifth Avenue is a shopping Mecca. The street is lined with prestigious high-end
boutiques, and it's considered to be one of the most expensive shopping streets in the
world.
The Top of the Rock Observation Deck is located on the 70th floor and offers 360 degree unobstructed
views.
The Empire State Building was the world's tallest building for almost 40 years. While
it has been surpassed many times since, it still boasts some of the best views of New
York City.
Carnegie Hall is a concert venue and it often plays host to classical performances.
This morning we're exploring Central Park also known as the lungs of New York City.
Now this park is massive and there are so many different entrances. It is almost like
a bit of a maze. If you really want to see the park properly you've got to come several
times and you've got to enter from different vantage points.
Central Park is massive and there are so many places to visit within its boundaries. We
managed to visit Belvedere Castle, the Great Lawn, Shakespeare Garden, The Ramble, The
Jackie Onassis Reservoir, the Alice in Wonderland Statue, and we still left feeling like we
barely scratched the surface.
Strawberry Fields is a section of Central Park dedicated to the memory of John Lennon.
This was a place Lennon used to frequent, and travelers from far and wide stop by to
leave a rose and pay their respects.
We're just outside of the MET and I've got a giant pretzel in my hand. It is piping hot.
It is delicious. I'm going to try a bite. It is really dough-y and wow is it ever salty.
You can't come to New York without taking in a musical. There are so many different
ones you can choose from Mama Mia to Phantom of the Opera.
We are here now at Madison Square Garden which is home to the NHL's New York Rangers one
of the most historic hockey teams. This building is one of the most famous in the whole world
for entertainment. You can watch concerts, you can watch shows. This is where lots of
live performances happen.
This is a memorial site to the unnamed free and enslaved Africans who were buried here.
It was only rediscovered in 1991.
The cool thing about this intersection is that it's the point from which all official
distances from New York City are measured.
One of the best ways to get around New York City is of course by Metro. I've got this
MetroCard over here and I paid thirty dollars and this has allowed me to go around the city
for seven full days with unlimited use.
If you want to really explore New York City, we recommend picking up a MetroCard so that
you can zip around the city with no restrictions. It's cheap and it's efficient.
And that concludes a look at our very busy week in New York City. I'm still shocked we
managed to cover so many attractions, but the great thing about this city is that distances
aren't very long and there's always something really cool worth checking out around each
corner.
Have you been to New York? What are your favorite things about this city? Feel free to share
your thoughts in the comments section below.
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