New York City. It's a city that moves fast, changes constantly and rewards those who know where to look

I’ve lived here my whole life — four generations of New Yorkers in my family. I know the neighborhoods locals actually explore, the restaurants worth your time and the shortcuts that save time, money and frustration. This guide is a labor of love and offers you everything I’ve learned.

Whether you’re here for a weekend or planning an extended stay, you’ll find what matters: hidden gems, world-class events, insider recommendations, ways to save and a roadmap to experience the real New York City — not just the postcard version.

I started NYC Insider Guide in 2008. Recently, I tested AI to help with this guide & itineraries – they got nearly everything wrong (and admitted it!). AI has data. I have 40+ years of real experience living in this city, plus a network of the city’s actual experts: Broadway stars & producers, museum curators, Oscar winners, top DJs and 1000+ native New Yorkers. This guide is built on real knowledge money can’t buy and AI won’t find out anytime soon.

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New York City Events December

NYC Insider Guide December Events and Activities Calendar New York City Events December are filled with dozens of New York Christmas Trees & Holiday...

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New York City Events January

NYC January Events, Activities and Things to Do Calendar Happy New Year! New York City Events January include catching the last of the Rockefeller Center...

New York City Events February

NYC February Events and Activities Calendar New York City Events February are full of sports, concerts, shows and special events, like Valentine's Day, Lunar (Chinese)...

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NYC March Events and Activities Calendar New York City Events March include March Madness, Big East Basketball, Kid's Night on Broadway, 20 at 20...

New York City Events April

NYC April Events and Activities Calendar New York City Events April include Drake, Mirror, Olivia Rodrigo, PAW Patrol Live!, Davido, tons of...

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NYC May Events, Things to Do, Activities Calendar The best New York City Events May include Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Yankees &...

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NYC July Events and Activities Calendar New York City Events July include July 4th Fireworks, Bryant Park Movie Nights & Picnic Performances, Martini...

New York City Events August

NYC August Events & Things to Do New York City Events August include the US Tennis Open, Shakespeare in the...

New York City Events September

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New York City Events October

NYC Insider Guide October Events Calendar New York City Events October include New York Comic Con, Giants and Jets football, Nets and Knicks basketball,...

New York City Events November

November Events & Things to Do Calendar New York City Events November include the Rockettes at Radio City, Thanksgiving Dinner, Macy's Thanksgiving Day...

New York City Events December

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New York City Tourist Attractions include the typical Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Museums of Modern Art and Natural History, Central Park and so much more. Some of our newer attractions include the 9-11 Memorial Museum, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and Times Square. But, do you also know you can have a martini and listen to classical music at a Museum? Or eat Chinese food while looking at the Statue of Liberty? Come enjoy NYC like a local….

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