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Self-Guided Midtown Manhattan Walking Tour
Welcome to Midtown Manhattan! I get it, some seasoned New Yorkers don’t love this area. It is congested and feels touristy. But you can’t deny that it screams NYC. Before moving here, Times Square and the Theater District was New York to me. And honestly, I still love this area. Every time I visit, I get a little buzz in my soul. People from all over the world travel to New York City to see the bright lights and skyscrapers of Midtown. It really is a crossroads of the world and has been for hundreds of years. I’m kind of obsessed with walking tours. Every time I plan a trip,…
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NYC at Christmas Time: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the City’s MOST Festive Sites
I don’t know about you, but I completely relate to Buddy the Elf when I think about NYC at Christmas time. The glittering lights, giant Christmas trees, and general cheer make me feel downright jolly! Whether it’s your first or 50th time in NYC for the holiday season, there are a few sites you absolutely can’t miss: The Rockefeller Christmas Tree, the shop windows along 5th Ave, and Macy’s on 34th street! I’ve already compiled a complete guide to the best Christmas Events in NYC for 2019 (which you can find HERE) but I thought it would also be fun to create a self-guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan’s best…
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Self-Guided Chelsea Walking Tour
Welcome to Chelsea! This NYC neighborhood is known for its art galleries, delicious eateries, and elevated park. This is one of my favorite areas in New York and I often find myself exploring this neighborhood on the weekends. Honestly, if I could actually afford an apartment in this neighborhood I’d move there in a heartbeat. But for now, I’ll spend my time sipping coffee and exploring all this neighborhood has to offer and just pretending I live here. If you are like me and are infatuated with the Chelsea neighborhood, keep reading. I’ve created a Chelsea walking tour that covers the highlights of this district. I don’t know about you,…
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Self-Guided Upper West Side Walking Tour
Welcome to the Upper West Side (UWS) in the NYC borough of Manhattan. This neighborhood sits between Central Park and Riverside Park and stretches from 59th to 110th Street. It is filled with culture, history, and (like most of Manhattan) money. The UWS is one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the city. The average UWS 1-bedroom rents for almost $4,000. Many visitors recognize the UWS from TV shows and movies. You’ve Got Mail, Seinfeld, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel were all filmed here. The brownstone-lined streets, towering Central Park West residences and historic restaurants make this an iconic neighborhood. Since the UWS is such a large neighborhood, it can be hard to fit…
