Art & Culture

New York is a tourists’ paradise full of attractions. But what about the unusual and offbeat? Here are some undercover gems you should definitely seek out.

Experience the magic of Broadway! Celebrate live theater, immerse yourself in captivating performances, and create unforgettable memories.

Close your social media and take an online tour of New York’s best art and science exhibits. No need to pay, queue or put presentable clothes on. Some of the most memorable masterpieces in New York’s vast collections are a click away.

Do you have your New York holiday bucket list ready? You might want to make some room! Held at major museums like The Met and the Natural History Museum, these events bring together some of the world’s major holidays in festive exhibits and events you can’t miss. 

Celebrity sighting is a fun pastime. And New York happens to be inundated with A-listers. If you want to try your luck at spotting a major actor or your favorite artist, make sure you know where to go. Continue reading to find out who lives where!

TV series have a knack for portraying life at a specific time and place. New York has seen and continues to see its fair share of shows. These are only a handful of series, old and new, that will make you want to pack your bags for New York.  

No trip to New York is complete without getting lost in its many world-class museums. Apart from their permanent exhibits, most museums feature temporary exhibits year round. If you’re coming to New York in August or September, don’t miss the following exhibits at these top museums. 

Leave history and ancient artwork for another time and spend a day redefining your idea of what constitutes art. Let the masters of modern and contemporary styles guide you on that journey. It’s time to tour New York’s best venues for creative and innovative masterpieces!

With Earth Day coming up, everyone needs to stand together to protect the environment. New York may be an urban jungle, but there are great places where anyone can go to experience and learn about the wonders of nature. Here are our favorites.

New York has a continuous stream of temporary museum exhibitions that contribute to city’s rich cultural heritage. If you’re heading to any of these top museums, be sure to pay a visit to these exhibitions.

One of the main items on everyone’s New York bucket list is a trip to at least one art museum. Why? Because New York City houses some of the most impressive and exquisite art collections in the world. Without further ado, check out The Manhattan at Times Square list of the top art museums in New York.

Many of us got our first glimpse of the Big Apple on the big screen. When movies we know and love are filmed in famous locations, it makes traveling to those particular places even more exciting. We’ve put together a list of popular movies that depict iconic sites in New York City.

A hub for art and culture, New York isn’t short of attractions for the intellectual inside us. If you’re looking for inspiration or just an excuse to spend hours smelling old books, join us in a tour of the best spots in New York for book lovers.

While you’re wandering in New York following The Manhattan at Times Square Guide to the Museum Mile and crossing must-see attractions off your bucket list this summer, make some room in your schedule to attend these special events at top attractions. 

The Manhattan at Times Square knows that its guests never get tired of museums. Did you know that  temporary exhibitions are also a perfect reason to return to these top attractions?  

Living in a concrete jungle isn’t easy - this explains why New Yorkers appreciate small paradises  and oases within the city so much. Not to mention that when seasons change, so does New York City. Visiting the Big Apple during spring means you must add these flower shows to your itinerary.

The stretch of Fifth Avenue between 82nd and 105th Streets is dubbed the Museum Mile - an area where you’ll find yourself surrounded by some of the city’s coolest museums. What’s more, getting there from the Manhattan at Times Square will take you through some great NYC sights as well.

Every year, millions of tourists visit New York City in search of the most popular and festive productions in town. Here’s the Manhattan at Times Square’s pick of the top annual holiday shows. 

We’ve covered the late night shows you can see live in New York. While these shows tend to focus on comedy, morning shows are different. They mix news, lifestyle, talk shows and everything in between. Here’s the Manhattan at Times Square’s guide on how to be part of a studio audience.

Have you always dreamt of being in the audience of your favorite TV show? Here’s the Manhattan at Times Square’s pick of the top late night shows to see live in New York – all of them just a short walk from the Manhattan!

One of the items on people’s New York Bucket List is to see a show on Broadway. Here is our guide to the biggest and most beloved shows and tips on how to get discount tickets. Luckily for our guests, all theaters are less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel!

New York City is a never-ending parade of museum exhibitions, gallery openings and events about anything you can imagine. The city that never sleeps doesn’t allow its museums to rest. If you want to go beyond the better known, permanent exhibitions, you have arrived at the right place. Do something different and make the most of your visit to these museums holding events that cannot be missed!

It's picnic season! Time to pack up your favorite snacks and head outdoors. Check out these blanket ready spots just waiting for you:

CENTRAL PARK

No trip to NYC is complete without visiting this world famous park. Act out your favorite scenes from Woody Allen or the movie “Enchanted” while enjoying the lush foliage and people-watching. Sheep Meadow is a popular spot and close to Mineral Springs Pavilion, which has food vendors like Le Pain Quotidien.

It sounds too good to be true, but it's not! The Metropolitan Museum of Art is opening it's doors early for guests to join "The Museum Workout", a high energy interactive journey through the institution. Participants will work up a sweat through constant movement, light exercises, and stretching.

Some of the best things about New York City are its unending subcultures. From hipsters to old money, the neighborhoods of New York have a little something for everyone. There's even a specific museum for those tourists who are into not-so-traditional art. Perhaps the best time to visit one of NYC's creepiest museums is this October, just in time for Halloween.

Take a break from the 21st century cosmopolitan hustle and bustle of New York City with an escape to The Cloisters, a museum dedicated to showcasing the wonders of the Medieval period through its art, architecture and gardens. Part of the wonder of this abby-inspired museum, is in its origins and construction, which took place in the 1910s.

Where can you go to buy a side table for your bedroom, a onesie for your nephew, vintage glasses for your collector boyfriend and grab a delicious bite to eat while you're at it? Easy, the answer is Brooklyn Flea + Smorgasbord. Since 2008, the market's been host to hundreds of vendors of everything from jewelry to antiques and artisanal local food, and has since been ranked as one of the best markets in the U.S.