You've decided to visit New York City, but you don't know what to do while you're here. If you need some entertainment ideas for your trip, look no further. Even if you live in NYC and you're just bored, here are 10 Things You Should Do While Visiting the Big Apple. Make sure you take the MTA Subways and Buses to get to all these places to truly feel like you're a part of NYC. All of these places on this list will have you feeling like a New Yorker by the end of your trip.
1. Empire State Building
This is definitely one of the most iconic places to visit while in New York City. Everyone knows the Empire State Building! To go all the way to the top of the building, to the 86th and 102nd floors, it will cost $52 for an adult ticket.
2. Times Square
Here's another iconic place to visit while in NYC. It's been referenced too many times to count in movies and TV. There's many things to do just in Times Square. You can visit the M&Ms store, take pictures with the many character roaming around 42nd Street, check out Madame Tussauds, and more.
3. Coney Island
Located in Brooklyn, Coney Island is a great place to visit with the family. There's so much to do here. You can relax on the beach, check out the New York Aquarium, or have fun at the amusement park, Luna Park. While there, you definitely need to ride the Cyclone, Coney Island's historic wooden coaster.
4. Bronx Zoo
The Bronx Zoo is definitely a family favorite. This is another great place to visit with the family. I've been here too many times to count and it's always fun. A good day to go is on Wednesdays because it's free admission to the general park. If you would rather go another day, the cost for an adult ticket is $33.95. There's a couple of other attractions that you have to park extra for, like the petting zoo.
5. Broadway
As I previously mentioned, Times Square is full of things to do, but Broadway is definitely one of the most memorable ones. If you're in New York City, you should go see a Broadway show. I saw my first one a few years ago and it was absolutely amazing!
6. Yankee Stadium
If you're a baseball fan, this is a great place to visit. It's a beautiful stadium located in the Bronx. The Yankee Stadium currently standing is the new one that was opened in 2009. Come and catch a game while you're here.
7. American Museum of Natural History
I LOVE the Museum of Natural History! This is one of my favorite places in New York. I've been here so many times. They have a lot of hands on exhibits here which is great especially if you're visiting with kids. Admission for adults is $22, but if you have a student ID, you can save money and pay only $17.
8. Lower East Side Tenement Museum
If you're a big U.S history buff, like me, you'll love this museum. These tenement buildings are a U.S National Historic Landmark which used to be homes to real people. There are different tours you can go on that put you in the perspectives of the immigrants' that used to live there. Prices for admission vary on the tour you choose.
9. Battery Park
I had to throw Battery Park on this list especially because this is where my parents first met. Besides possibly finding your love interest, there's so much to do here. There's events in the park and many places to eat. You can even take a boat ride around New York City from here.
10. Night Life
You can't leave NYC without checking out the nightlife. The city is full of night clubs and bars to party like a true New Yorker. I guarantee you'll have a great time with your friends.
