10 Places To Visit In New York City This Christmas
1.The Mall at Hudson Yards
Hudson Yards is a massive mall adjacent to The Vessel. The mall features tons of high-end shops and restaurants. It’s fun to explore anytime of year, but Christmas is especially worth a visit because the mall is decked out with over two million Christmas lights!
2.Christmas Shows in NYC
New York is the epicenter of entertainment and surely does not disappoint during the holiday season. There are plenty of Christmas shows in New York that are worth watching, ranging from classics to modern adaptations of your favorite tales.
3.Christmas Lights in NYC
Since New York City transforms into a magical wonderland with millions of holiday lights right after Thanksgiving, it's good to know where to find the best Christmas lights in NYC. Electric bills skyrocket all throughout New York City during the holiday season.
4.Christmas Market
You can't have a proper Christmas in New York without visiting the Christmas markets. New York has markets all over town from uptown to downtown. The most popular Christmas market is probably the Union Square Holiday Market!
5.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights
While in Brooklyn, make your way to Dyker Heights to find the most beautifully decorated homes in the city. The easiest way to explore Dyker Heights is to book one of the four really amazing Holiday Light tours in NYC.
6.Washington Square Park
Join Santa Claus on Wednesday, December 8, at 6 p.m., around the Washington Square Park tree for its annual lighting.
7.Saks Fifth Avenue Light Show
New York City is known for its holiday window displays, but Saks Fifth Avenue takes the holiday spirit to new heights. This is a must-do when you visit New York City at Christmas.
8.FAO Schwarz
There are so many toy stores in NYC and you can find quite a few toy stores where you can find gifts for birthdays, holidays, or just because.
9.Rockefeller Center
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is one of the largest Christmas trees in NYC, placed annually in Rockefeller Center Plaza. In New York, the Tree Lighting Ceremony right after Thanksgiving is the official start of the holiday season and one of your best things to do in New York during Christmas!
10.Bryant Park
The Winter Village in Bryant Park is not only the largest Christmas market in the city but also by far the nicest on account of its adjacent ice rink and places to shop and eat.
