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Learn about New York City happenings a full season ahead with nycgo.com's tool kit for planning trips. See the links below for seasonal events, must-visit attractions, basic information for getting to and navigating the City, helpful tips and activity suggestions for those traveling with children, guides to neighborhoods in each of the five boroughs and more.

EVENTS

spring preview

This spring, events in New York City include the Cherry Blossom Festival, Mets and Yankees Home Openers, Fleet Week, Five Boro Bike Tour and Design Week.

EVENTS

must-see holiday

'Tis the season for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, The Nutcracker, the Times Square New Year's Eve celebration and other festive happenings.

EVENTS

winter preview

The season's highlights include ice-skating, New Year's Eve in Times Square and the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

EVENTS

new year's eve in times square: don't drop the ball

Here are some essential tips for a memorable, pleasant experience at the world's biggest New Year's Eve party.

BASIC INFO

FAQ

You asked, we answer: recent questions from our Official NYC Information Centers.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

must-see nyc

The City's world-famous destinations are not to be missed. See sites like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

DEALS & OFFERS

see nyc attractions at a great price

Save up to 67% off the price of admission to iconic New York City venues with these passes.

DEALS & OFFERS

discounted rates at nyc hotels

Stay in the City at discounted rates. Check available dates at select hotels now.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

basic info

How long does it take to get to Midtown Manhattan from the airport? What's the weather like? How much should you tip? Find the answers to these questions and more.

BASIC INFO

the big app-le

Want to navigate the City, scout out great food—and, of course, find public restrooms? There are apps for that.

EVENTS

annual events in nyc

Here's how the year breaks down for the City's most famous happenings—from New Year's Day to New Year's Eve.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

holidays in the city

Get the lowdown on celebrating holidays in New York City, including Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

10 top tours

Sign up for a Harlem cuisine expedition, peek behind the scenes at Rockefeller Center and see Lady Liberty from a bird's-eye view with our seasonal guide to NYC's tours.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

must-see arts & culture

New York City's institutions offer world-class art, music, performance and more.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

suggested itineraries

From guides to visiting NYC and enjoying a trip here with the kids to where to dine, what to see and even how to discover the City's hidden secrets, our courses have you covered.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

tv show tapings

Learn how to become a part of a live audience on Today, Late Show with David Letterman, Saturday Night Live and other programs.

NEIGHBORHOOD HIGHLIGHTS

neighborhood guides

Read about each of the five boroughs and see our highlights in neighborhoods all around the City, including Lower Manhattan, Little Italy in the Bronx, Coney Island in Brooklyn, Astoria in Queens and St. George in Staten Island.