{"id":72276,"date":"2022-12-08T02:28:47","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T06:28:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=72276"},"modified":"2022-12-08T02:28:47","modified_gmt":"2022-12-08T06:28:47","slug":"a-backpackers-guide-to-the-big-apple-5-nyc-spots-you-cant-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72276\/a-backpackers-guide-to-the-big-apple-5-nyc-spots-you-cant-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"A Backpackers Guide to the Big Apple (5 NYC Spots You Can&#8217;t Miss!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York City is indisputably the most popular tourist destination in the state of New York. Located in the northeastern part of the U.S., NYC is a renowned cultural, financial, and media center. It\u2019s also melting pot of global culture, being home to diverse neighborhoods as well as the seat of the United Nations. So whether you\u2019re a gap yearer, party animal, traveling couple, digital nomad, or a golden oldie, you can\u2019t have enough of this beautiful and exciting city!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People come to New York to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/rogersands\/2020\/11\/02\/these-iconic-new-york-city-attractions-are-welcoming-visitors\/?sh=459e9e3a66c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shop, eat, and see the sites<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, historic neighborhoods, and many globally known cultural and art museums. Some just like the tall-standing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abc.net.au\/news\/2022-10-12\/new-york-city-supertall-skyscrapers\/101517800\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skyscrapers of New York<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that keep getting taller by day. And yes, they also party, gamble, dine, and socialize.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the best spots to visit in this city are within walking distance or a short ride away\u2013convenient for any backpacker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you planning a tour to New York and want a worthwhile trip? This article covers the five most<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72203\/5-must-dos-when-youre-in-new-york-city\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> scenic attractions in New York you can\u2019t afford to miss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Going Around New York<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait! You can\u2019t miss out on the airport goodies if you arrive at the humongous world-standard John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can begin enjoying the delicacies of NYC by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72157\/6-best-places-to-grab-a-bite-at-jfk-airport\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grabbing a bit at some of the fancy places<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like the JikJi Caf\u00e9 or The Local\u2013to introduce you to the vibe of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Do You Move Around NY?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a backpacker, public transit and walking are the best ways of getting around New York. However, you can travel the city by pedicab, bike, and ferry, which will make you view the city from an entirely new angle. You can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72056\/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-nyc-trip-a-travel-planners-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">download apps like Citymapper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Lyft, or Uber to help with navigation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how luxuriously you do it, it\u2019s hard to keep away from the physical aches of prolonged travel. Motion sickness and nights in an unfamiliar place can also be a bit unsettling. So, carrying some medication and supplements with you on your trip makes sense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBD supplements can help to ease the pain and physical strain of your holiday adventures. For example, those experiencing stress, chronic pain, or inflammation might want to continue taking CBD on their holiday, too. So you\u2019ll have a much more comfortable and enjoyable vacation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many medications and supplements might require authorization from the government before your arrival. Checking the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nuggmd.com\/laws-and-regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cannabis laws and regulations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of your destination state is always an excellent idea for all weed buddies using it for medical purposes. Although cannabis <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lohud.com\/story\/news\/2021\/11\/23\/ny-marijuana-arrests-drop-rapidly\/6338058001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rules are becoming more lenient<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in New York, the substance is still controlled significantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>5 Spots You Shouldn&#8217;t Miss:<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. New York Botanical Garden<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The New York Botanical Garden is a must-visit place in New York City. The 250 acres of botanical garden boasts greenhouses, fields, hills, and many different gardens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This garden hosts the amazingly famous Orchid Show, a yearly themed event with thousands of exceptional and blossoming orchids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, it hosts a Holiday Train Show throughout the holiday season. During this time, some model trains tour a miniature NYC version occupied by one hundred and fifty iconic landmarks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9kRD6TWUq2A\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Central Park<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A vacation in New York City can only be fun by visiting Central Park. It is an open space containing plenty of things to do and sights to enjoy for days. This attraction is a huge manufactured haven with forests, hillsides, gardens, and fifty-eight miles of pathways. It looks<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72194\/why-a-winter-vacation-in-nyc-is-a-great-idea\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> beautiful, especially when covered with a layer of snow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The landscape is dotted with bridges, fountains, sculptures, artworks, monuments, tunnels, playgrounds, and many facilities that offer numerous things to do. Of course, central park is among the top attractions in this fantastic city!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Special concerts, events, as well as other festivals frequently occur at Central Park. So, it\u2019s good to check the local events in the city to know if something is going on while you\u2019re there. There are chances of something interesting taking place that you can enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Times Square<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a great and fantastic experience to stand in Times Square and watch the world go around you.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72279\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72279\" style=\"width: 741px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-72279 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"A Backpackers Guide to the nyc\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72279\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-72279 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"A Backpackers Guide to the nyc\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc.jpg 741w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc-350x230.jpg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc-696x456.jpg 696w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-nyc-640x420.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/noscript> Times Square. Photo from Pixabay.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019re many things to do and attractions at Times Square during and around the week. It\u2019s worth visiting to experience the excitement found here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hub of Times Square is at 7th Ave and Broadway junction, where you will be fascinated by the enormous screens that broadcast everything from unique presentations to the latest shows and films.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The billboards and screens are bright, adding more visual sounds. Performers, artists, and tourists fill the pedestrian areas. Food trucks line the streets with mouth-watering aromas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Times Square is a good place to be in the evening, but still thrilling at any time during the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialty M&amp;M\u2019s<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Times Square also has an astounding number of stores, small and big, and your visit is only complete with a stop at M&amp;M\u2019s World. Here, you won\u2019t help but smile. Your greatest experience will be at the candy wall filled with lots of milk, peanut, and other specialty combos by M&amp;M\u2019s World.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empire State Building<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another NYC icon is the Empire State Building which is within walking distance from Times Square. Its exact location (for GPS users) is 20 West 34th Street, New York City, New York, 10001. The Empire State Building stays open until 2 am for amazing views of the city below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. The Metropolitan Museum Of Art<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also called The Met, is among the few famous and valued museums across America. The museum is not just renowned in New York City but all over the globe too. It isn\u2019t possible to see a substantial permanent art history collection in one day. But, on the other hand, there\u2019s a lot to see here, and you can\u2019t cover every exciting part.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72278\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72278\" style=\"width: 741px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-72278 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple.jpg\" alt=\"A Backpackers Guide to the Big Apple\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72278\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-72278 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple.jpg\" alt=\"A Backpackers Guide to the Big Apple\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple.jpg 741w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple-350x230.jpg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple-696x456.jpg 696w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/A-Backpackers-Guide-to-the-Big-Apple-640x420.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/noscript> The Metropolitan Museum Of Art. Photo by Tomas Eidsvold on Unsplash.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The museum holds fabrics from Asian countries, ancient Greece and Rome carvings, garments made by renowned designers, and many more. You will see an Egyptian temple of 2,000 years, musical instruments, weapons and armor from all over the globe, photographs, and many more. There are also rotating exhibits that guarantee freshness in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. The High Line<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The High Line is a previous rail line transformed into a walking path above the city streets. It is a 1.5-mile expanse situated on the West Side of Manhattan and extends across three localities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like its name, it\u2019s positioned \u201chigh\u201d in the air at thirty feet above the street level. You can view Manhattan\u2019s cityscape and the Hudson River from an aerial point. Public art installations shower the park, updating and changing constantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The stretch has various trees and plants of native species which bloom in spring. Most of its areas are also lined with glass railings that give it a natural feel while still offering a great view of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along the walk, food vendors sell some mouthwatering offerings. There\u2019s also an attractive spot known as 23rd Street Line that\u2019s great for picnicking and sunbathing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this to get a deeper view of the place:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RyvFc_Aht8Y\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Summary<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York City boasts many attractions because it is also great in size. Because of its culture, history, art, and entertainment, this city offers plenty to its local people and its touristy guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of what you\u2019re interested in, who you go with, and what attracts your eyes, you\u2019re here for an exciting holiday chock-full with all kinds of thrilling activities. So, don\u2019t be scared. 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