Things to Do in New York City This Winter
With open-air ice rinks, twinkling lights, festive window displays, and seasonal markets—as well as a plethora of heated indoor attractions to take shelter in—New York City in winter is an out-and-out delight. For travelers visiting NYC during the colder months, here are a few of the best things to do.
Browse handmade crafts and one-of-a-kind gifts at Christmas markets.
See the city decked out in its festive finest with Christmas lights walking tours.
Get tickets for the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.
Toast the holiday season aboard a sightseeing cruise.
See the year out with a bang at a New Year’s Eve party.
Listen to soulful singers on a gospel tour of Harlem.
Glide around the ice at an open-air rink.
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Harlem Sunday Morning Gospel Tour
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Harlem is one of New York City’s most culturally rich neighborhoods. Don’t miss out on its beauty just because you don’t know where to go on your own. This Harlem Sunday morning gospel tour, complete with a gospel choir service, takes care of the details for you. See the Apollo Theater and Cotton Club, and explore parts of this neighborhood. Upgrade to include a soul food brunch at a local restaurant.
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Dyker Heights Brooklyn Christmas Lights Tour
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Christmas in New York City is a magical time, and some of the best festive spots in the Big Apple are Dyker Heights and Bay Ridge in Brooklyn. With this tour, head to the neighborhoods where Christmas decorations are taken to a whole new level to see the most dazzling displays; on the way back, you can enjoy views of the lit-up Manhattan skyline.
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Private New York City Christmas Walking Tour
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See Manhattan decked out for the holidays on a 2-hour private evening walking tour that takes you to locations including Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and along Fifth Avenue to see the elaborately decorated storefronts. Along the way, hear about the history of holiday events in New York City, including the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, from a private guide.
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