When it comes to the summer, often times we're left with nothing to do and struggling to come up with ideas that don't hurt your parents or your wallet. For those who live close enough to the city, here are just a few of the many things one could do in the city over the summer.
1. Bryant Park
Located between fifth and sixth avenue and between 40th and 42nd street, Bryant Park is a perfect place for you to go with your friends. They have chairs placed around under the trees and even a wide open space for you to lay around and catch some rays. There are even some vendors there for you to grab food while you lay around and musicians playing music.
2 . Brooklyn Bridge
The bridge is one of the oldest bridges in the United States and many people flock to it all year round for the chance to walk across it. The bridge is open 24 hours a day and is beautiful anytime of the day. From the bridge you’re able to see views from Brooklyn, Manhattan, and even the Statue of Liberty. Towards the Manhattan side of the bridge you’re even able to see the collection of “love locks.” Similar to the Pont des Arts in Paris, couples leave padlocks on the bridge and throw the keys into the river as a representation of everlasting love.
3. Statue of Liberty
What’s more nationalistic than going to the Statue of Liberty? People can easily go over to the statute by ferry and have the opportunity to both go to see the statue and Ellis Island. But be wary of illegal ticket vendors as they will try to sell you tickets near Battery Park.
4. Central Park
Go to the most well-known park in the city. See where tv shows like Gossip Girl or Law and Order have been filmed as well as taking in the beautiful ponds and multiple trailways. The park even has a zoo that is home to dozens of different animals. You can also go ahead and take part in penguin feedings that are done daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
5. Broadway Shows
When in New York, go see a show of course! New York City is a host to a variety of fantastic shows that appeal to all ages both young and old. The city has so many different plays to offer like Disney’s Aladdin, or School of Rock, or maybe try your hand at trying to get tickets to see Tony winner Hamilton. But no matter what show(s) you see, you’ll be able to immerse yourself into the city’s culture.
6. The High Line
The High Line is a little over a mile long park built on an elevated section of a disused New York Central Railroad spur in Manhattan. Today it’s a playground filled with wildflowers and grasses, offering people a fantastic view of New York City. The High Line also offers many shopping centers, bars, and restaurants, including The Green Table.
7. Museum of Natural History
Want to see dinosaurs, precious jewelry and human body parts all at once? Then the Museum of Natural History is the place to be. For those who are tight on money but want to be able to go about in the city, the museum’s admission is donation based. So you can pay however much or little money to get in.
8. Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park is an annual free event that is held at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. The program includes two productions over the course of the summer and is considered to be one of New York’s beloved summer traditions. This summer’s shows are The Taming of the Shrew (May 24-June 26) and Troilus and Cressida (July 19-August 14).
9. New York City Summerstage
Located in Central Park and Rumsey Playfield, Summerstage is a summer festival that runs from June 4 to September 23,2016. There are events happening almost everyday including both free and paid concerts, dance parties, live poetry, theater, ballet, and outdoor opera series.
