New York is full of hidden gems. This insider guide to New York City written by a native New Yorker will show you best unusual things to do in New York City that are alternative, kooky, fascinating, and just weird. Buckle up, it’s going to be a wild ride as New York has so much to offer that you might not expect. I’ve grouped these activities by borough and location.
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Your guide to Buffalo by a former resident with the best things to do in Buffalo NY
Although many people underestimate Buffalo, New York, but the Queen City has a lot to offer. I spent a couple of years in Buffalo and I must say that there are a lot of interesting things to do in Buffalo, NY. Buffalo is one of the most architecturally rich cities in the United States.
If you’re visiting Buffalo from Niagara Falls, Be sure to take at least a few days to enjoy the stunning architecture, delicious food, and cool neighborhoods of Buffalo.
I’m not really sure why people often skip Buffalo in their itinerary when visiting Niagara Falls, but I hope that this post focusing on unique things to do in Buffalo helps inspire you to visit this culture rich city. Many people don’t realize that the street design well as the park designs were inspired by Paris.
…14 insider tips for visiting the Statue of Liberty by a New Yorker
One of the most majestic places to visit in New York is the Statue of Liberty. This iconic American sight is the symbol of New York and even as a New Yorker, I had to revisit Lady Liberty on my recent trip. I’ve included some insider tips for avoiding lines when visiting the Statue of Liberty, tips for getting reasonable tickets for the Statue of Liberty (including climbing the crown), and general travel tips for visiting the Statue of Liberty for the first time.
…Sleeping in JFK Airport: Survival tips for your overnight JFK layover
Travel is not always glamorous. On my recent trip back to the US, we had an overnight layover at JFK between disconnected flights. The gap was long enough that I wondered if it was worthwhile, but we decided to try out sleeping at JFK airport. Keep reading for tips for surviving this lovely JFK layover.
…Junior’s Cheesecake: The authentic cheesecake that you must try in NYC
Is there anything as iconic as New York cheesecake? If you’re visiting New York City, I highly recommend visiting Junior’s Cheesecake in Downtown Brooklyn. This Brooklyn diner serving up cheesecake, hearty sandwiches, coffee, and egg creams is famous the world over. I include some tips for visiting Junior’s for the first time–and a bit of history of the New York cheesecake.
…Gatsby’s Long Island: Gorgeous Gold Coast mansions that you must see!
When visiting NYC, many tourists overlook visiting nearby Long Island that offers a relaxing day away from the Manhattan crowds but offers many interesting sites and great restaurants. If you are a fan of The Great Gatsby, the book or the film, this is the locale where the fictional lives of Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan took place. This guide will show you Gatsby’s Long Island along with tips for making a weekend (or a day) out of visiting
