The top events, attractions and things to do in New York

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Just a few hours from NYC lies America’s largest collection of Victorian homes — with over 600 preserved houses, a historic lighthouse, & a charming food scene

Cape May, NJ is the kind of beach town that feels like it was pulled straight from a postcard. Located at the southernmost tip of New Jersey, this charming coastal escape pairs wide sandy beaches with...

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This coastal shore town one hour from NYC—whose name means ‘beautiful sea’ in Italian—is home to one of New Jersey’s longest beaches, complete with a 1.3-mile boardwalk, vibrant surf culture, and breathtaking sunrise views

Despite some rainy weather here in our favorite city, we’re coming off of one of the nicest weekends this year has seen so far, and if you’re anything like us, you’re likely in the market for some beach p...

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The secretive South Korean agency behind Times Square’s viral waterfall just launched a massive new Manhattan museum — dropping you directly inside the Musée d’Orsay

New York City is no stranger to immersive art, but what just landed at Chelsea Piers is entirely on another level. 👀 If you were anywhere near Times Square in the summer of 2021, you likely saw “WATER...

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Midway between New York and Boston sits an ideal coastal getaway — offering panoramic harbor views, a 1752 peninsula, and fresh local seafood

Stonington Borough, CT is a picturesque coastal peninsula loaded with maritime history and pure small-town charm. Settled in 1752, this quaint village sits perfectly midway between New York and Boston,...

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You can take a hot air balloon ride over the ‘Grand Canyon of the East’ — with views of towering cliffs, rushing waterfalls, & the dramatic Genesee River Gorge

One of New York's most jaw-dropping natural wonders looks completely different from 2,000 feet in the air. At Letchworth State Park—the massive 14,000-acre destination affectionately nicknamed the "Gra...

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This 1-square-mile beach town in New Jersey feels like a late 19th-century time capsule — featuring a massive 1894 wooden auditorium and the famous Beersheba well

If you are looking to trade the concrete jungle for a quiet coastal retreat, we have found the perfect time capsule. Ocean Grove, New Jersey, is a peaceful, tree-lined beach town located just about an hou...

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Downtown’s CATCH performance series is throwing a massive 5th of July spectacular on Governors Island — with free open-air games and $33 indoor shows

Summer in NYC is all about island escapes and unforgettable parties. This year, LMCC’s 25th River To River Festival is bringing back a downtown favorite. The iconic CATCH performance series is hosting...

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One of Manhattan’s highest vantage points is hosting a limited-capacity Fourth of July event this summer — complete with custom digital fireworks and direct views of the returning Macy’s spectacular

Finding the perfect spot to watch the fireworks in NYC is always a challenge. This year, you can skip the crowded street corners and head straight into the sky. As America celebrates its 250th annivers...

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Once the largest bank in the U.S., this 1912 Manhattan vault is transforming into a towering 40-foot Renaissance time-capsule next week — complete with 3D projections and a Rosalía soundtrack

New York is no stranger to wild architectural transformations, but watching a landmarked 1912 bank vault morph into a glowing, floor to ceiling canvas of the Italian Renaissance is entirely next level. ...

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‘It feels like another world’ — The longest river tubing adventure near NYC is officially open for the summer season

From tanning along the West Side Highway to squeezing onto packed trains bound for the beach, New Yorkers often have to get creative when it comes to summer traditions. But just two hours from the city, t...

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