We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

New York City

Free Newsletter

Interested in New York City?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for New York City each week.

Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Travel Destinations
Vacation Specials

Things to Do in New York City

Attractions (707)

Tours (224)

Nightlife (460)

Shopping (554)

Hotels travelers are raving about...

All hotels in New York City (430)
New York City trip ideas from experts and travelers
See travelers' top tips & itineraries
See all itineraries »
Sponsored Attraction
Intrepid with Bunting Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum: Discover history, heroism & hands-on fun at this historic landmark, centered on aircraft carrier Intrepid; showcasing 30 restored aircraft, USS Growler Submarine, BA Concorde & more.
Read more about Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum »
Description provided by: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Cruise Out of New York City
For cruise deals, reviews, and advice, check out our site Cruise Critic »

Free New York City Guide

Download your guide now!

Get the best picks for where to eat, sleep, and play.

  • Download pdf

New York City weather essentials

Month
High
Low
Precip
May
67°F 19°C
51°F 10°C
3 in 9 cm
Jun
77°F 25°C
62°F 16°C
3 in 9 cm
Jul
82°F 27°C
67°F 19°C
4 in 9 cm
Aug
80°F 26°C
68°F 20°C
4 in 10 cm
Sep
74°F 23°C
61°F 16°C
4 in 11 cm
Oct
62°F 16°C
49°F 9°C
4 in 9 cm
More weather for New York City
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground
Traveler recommended attractions
Landmark's Sunshine Cinema
Map
Movie theater with a legendary and comedic(vaudevillian-era) past.
Attraction type  Movie Theaters
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Moma Film At The Gramercy Theatre
Moma Film At The Gramercy Theatre
Map | Photos
The Museum of Modern Art's movie theater shows classic films.
Attraction type  Movie Theaters
Distance  2.1 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Puppet Playhouse
Map
Puppet show theater featuring classic wooden marionettes.
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Bye Bye Birdie
Map
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  3.1 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Danny's Skylight Room
Map
American jazz is the highlight of this popular cabaret.
Attraction type  Piano Bar; Performances
Distance  3.3 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Dance Theater Workshop (DTW)
Dance Theater Workshop (DTW)
Map | Photos

Dance Theater Workshop (DTW), founded in 1965, is a fantastic institution dedicated to the growth and exposure of contemporary dance in New York City.  DTW was the starting ground... more »

Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Celebrate Brooklyn Performing Arts Festival
Map
Annual summer festival of arts located at Prospect Park.
Attraction type  Parks; Performances
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Rose's Turn
Map
Attraction type  Theaters; Bar/ Clubs
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Map | Photos
Owner description: The TRIBECA Performing Arts Center features ethnically and culturally diverse performances with unique focus on children's... more » Owner description: The TRIBECA Performing Arts Center features ethnically and culturally diverse performances with unique focus on children's programming. « less
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
P.S.122
Map | Photos
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Dance and music theater with live performances by emerging talent.
Attraction type  Theaters; Performances
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
Skirball Center for the Performing Arts at NYU
Map
860-seat theater in Greenwich Village with a focus on presenting leading international dance and music performers.
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
St. Ann's Warehouse/Arts
Map
Owner description: Cutting-edge, live music theater venue which has featured works by top 80's pop/rock performers including David Byrne, Elvis... more » Owner description: Cutting-edge, live music theater venue which has featured works by top 80's pop/rock performers including David Byrne, Elvis Costello and Deborah Harry. « less
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Stranger Than Fiction
Map

Stranger Than Fiction is a documentary film series that takes place at the IFC Center in NYC. It is on every Tuesday at 8pm, with some extra screenings on other days of the week... more »

Attraction type  Performances
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Episcopal Church Center
Episcopal Church Center
Map | Photos
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
Distance  3.1 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Uptown Pilates on Madison
Map
Attraction type  Health Clubs
Distance  4.5 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
City Island Museum
Map | Photos
This museum is located in a public school that was built on an old Indian burial ground.
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums
Distance  14.8 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Museum of Fragrance
Map
This museum of scents displays more than 250 fragrance bottles and a time-line of perfumery from 1949 to present day.
Attraction type  Specialty Museums; Museums
Distance  2.5 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Christ and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
Map
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  4.4 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
The Players Theatre
Owner description: A space for New York performances and rehearsals. The building includes, a main stage 248 seat Off Broadway theatre, a 50... more » Owner description: A space for New York performances and rehearsals. The building includes, a main stage 248 seat Off Broadway theatre, a 50 seat Off Off Broadway black box theatre, four rehearsal studios, an office suite for arts organizations and the famous Cafe Wha?, which has been a Greenwich Village mainstay since the 1960's. Built in 1907 and converted into a theatre in the late 1940's, the Players... Theatre has been a jewel in the midst of beautiful Greenwich Village, serving as a magnet for performing artists and their audiences. The theatre has been home to such long run productions as An Evening with Quentin Crisp, Psycho Beach Party and Ruthless starring an 8yr old Brittany Spears, Natalie Portman and Legally Blonde the Musical’s Laura Bell Bundy. New productions include the haunting show Play Dead co-written by Teller (of Penn and Teller) and Todd Robbins. « less
Attraction type  Theaters
Be the first to review this attraction
American Numismatic Society
Map
A special-interest museum for people who share an interest in rare and unusual coins.
Attraction type  Libraries; Specialty Museums; Museums
Distance  8.8 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
African-American Wax Museum of Harlem
Map
Owner description: Museum devoted to Afro-American art and culture. Its offerings range from sculptures and wax mannequins to paintings and folk... more » Owner description: Museum devoted to Afro-American art and culture. Its offerings range from sculptures and wax mannequins to paintings and folk art. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums
Distance  6.7 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Hall of the Universe
Map
Owner description: Part of the American Museum of Natural History, this facility helps visitors understand how the universe formed through... more » Owner description: Part of the American Museum of Natural History, this facility helps visitors understand how the universe formed through exciting simulations and other exhibits. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  5.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Sky Theater
Map
Replacing the old Hayden Planetarium, this theater-style sphere takes people on a virtual joyride through the universe.
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  5.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
Everett Children's Adventure Garden
A garden devoted to children that offers a fake "leaf" fountain, miniature trains and many other fun activities.
Attraction type  Gardens
Be the first to review this attraction
Mahayana Buddhist Temple
Map
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.0 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
XpresSpa
Map
Owner description: With 28 locations in 14 major airports on 2 continents, XpresSpa has become the premiere destination for business and leisure... more » Owner description: With 28 locations in 14 major airports on 2 continents, XpresSpa has become the premiere destination for business and leisure travelers. While waiting for flights, global travelers shed stress and fatigue by treating themselves to one of the many available relaxing XpresSpa treatments. In addition, XpresSpa has created an elegant and unique line of Xclusive Spa Products and accessories which are available for purchase in the XpresSpa Shop at any of our first-class luxury spas or here online. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
St. Nicholas District
Map
Attraction type  Neighborhoods
Distance  7.9 miles from city center
Be the first to review this attraction
New York City
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family vacations start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »