New York, the epicenter of incredible art and architecture, trending fashion, crazy nightlife, buzzing culinary, bustling streets, and iconic landmarks, is the trendsetter city of the world. Composed of five boroughs- Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island, the visit here can prove overwhelming for even the locals living here. However, we have jotted down a complete New York City travel guide for you.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About New York City
Travel
Accommodation
Etiquette
Services
Neighborhood
Exploring New York
Bars & Lounges
Spas & Wellness Resorts
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• Population
• Geography
• History
• Religion
• Culture
• Language
• Currency
• Governance
• Climate
• Passports and Visa
• ID & Documentation
• Security and Customs
• Airport
• Popular Airlines
• Public Transport
• Hospital and Ambulance:
• Pharmacy
• Insurance
• Other
• Museum and Cultural Tour
• New York Sightseeing
• New York Food and Wine Tour
• Casual Dining

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New York City
Travel Guide
About New York City
New York, the epicenter of incredible art
and architecture, trending fashion, crazy
nightlife, buzzing culinary, bustling streets,
and iconic landmarks, is the trendsetter city
of the world. Composed of five boroughs-
Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens,
and Staten Island, the visit here can prove
overwhelming for even the locals living here.
However, we have jotted down a complete
New York City travel guide for you. Scroll
down to know more about the city before
planning a trip.
With a dizzying list of museums devoted
to everything from fin de siecle Vienna to
Medieval European treasure, with iconic
Brooklyn Bridge to its 19,000 restaurants
reflecting the culinary tradition of all cultures
around the world, visiting NYC could be
overwhelming for even a seasoned traveler.
You could spend months exploring NYC,
yet there will be a lot to explore.
Population
With a population of 8,177,025, New
York City is the largest and most
highly populated city in the United
States. Furthermore, it is the nation’s
most densely populated city of all
municipalities. The borough of Manhattan
itself has a population density of 72,918
inhabitants per square mile, making it the
most populated county in the U.S. and
higher than the density of any American
city.
Geography
New York City is the most densely
populated city in the US, nestled at the
congregation of the Hudson River and
the Atlantic Ocean. NYC is bordered by
Canada and Lake Ontario in the north,
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, the Atlantic

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Ocean in the south, Lake Erie in the west, and
Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont
in the east. It is located at an elevation of 300
meters above sea level and covers 141,300 square
kilometers.
History
New York City’s history began around 10,000 BC
when the first people arrived. However, the native
Americans came to the city about 5,000 years ago and settled their colonies here.
In 1624, the Dutch from the Netherlands settled their colony in New Amsterdam, which is now
popularly known as Manhattan Island. NYC was renamed in 1664 when the British took over
the area and named the city after the Duke of York and Albany, brother of King Charles II.
Furthermore, it played a pivotal role during the American Revolution in 1776 and became a US
state in 1788 and became the capital of the US. One year later, George Washington was sworn in
as the first president of the United States in New York.
Religion
The majority of New Yorkers are
Christian (60%), followed by irreligious
(27%), Judaism (7%), Islam (2%),
Hinduism, and Buddhism (1%). The
largest Christian denomination in NYC
is the Roman Catholic Church (31%).
Although NYC has been a home to
immigrants for ages, Christianity is the
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Culture
New York is considered the ‘cultural capital
of the world’, thanks to diverse New York
culture and multi-ethnic population. The
city boasts some of the significant American
cultural movements that first took place here.
New York is home to many Irish, Italian,
Jewish, Asian, and Hispanic Americans who
emigrated to this incredible city during the
20th century.
Language
Over 20 million people live in New York,
speaking over 800 languages in New York.
New York has a rich history of immigration on
the country’s coast.
However, English still tops the chart, and the
2019 U.S Census Bureau reported almost 70%
of the New York population over the age of 5 speaks English. With 15.9%, Spanish is the second
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Furthermore, 1,587,798 residents speak Indo-
European languages, and 948,949 residents
speak Asian and Pacific islander languages.
Currency
The official currency of New York is U.S.
Dollar ($, US$, USD).
Governance
New York comprises five boroughs- Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten
Island. The city is run by The New City Council, which is a unicameral body of 51 members and
a Mayor. Each council member is elected from a geographic district for four-year terms.
The mayor is the chief executive officer of the city, who is responsible for setting the agenda
for the town and its finances. Along with the mayor, an independently elected Public Advocate
represents the consumers of the city service. An independently elected Comptroller is also
appointed, who manages the city’s finance.

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Climate
The New York City travel guide found out that the city’s climate features a variety of humid
subtropical climates, with parts of the city transitioning into humid continental climates.
Although NYC experiences cool, wet winters and hot, humid summers, it can be prone to
extremes. Being on a coastal location and exposed to the Atlantic, NYC witnesses strong winds
and heavy snowfall.
When to Go
The honest answer to ‘When to go’ would be ‘Ánytime’. New York is an all-year-round city, and
each season beautifies the city in its way. ‘However, if you want to explore the city in its prime,
then plan your trip from April to October, when the weather is pleasant.
Travel
Passports and Visa
If you are visiting New York from another country for 90 days for tourism, business, and medical
purposes, an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is required. You have to apply
for ESTA at least 3 days before your scheduled departure.
Due to Covid-19, there are some travel restrictions in New York. Hence, read the updated
government guidelines before applying for a visa.

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If you belong to one of the 38 countries part
of the Visa Waiver Program, you can apply for
ESTA. However, the purpose of your visit to
NYC should be tourism, business, or medical.
For other purposes, the eligibility criteria
would be different.
For a trip to New York for 90 days, ESTA
is the quickest and easiest way to get travel
permission. However, check your ESTA
eligibility criteria before applying for a B1 and
B2 visa.
B1 Business Visa: If you are going to the US for
a business meeting or conference.
B2 Tourist Visa: If you are traveling to the US
for tourism.
While applying for a visa, the first step is to
complete the DS-160 form. Once you submit
it online, schedule an interview at the US
embassy or consulate in your country. You
will need some documents to present at the
interview.
ID & Documentation
To know more about ID & documents required to visit New York City, follow our New York City
Travel Guide.
The ID and Documentation requirements to visit NYC varies from country to country.
Furthermore, it also depends on your nationality, health status, criminal record, and purpose of
the visit. The ID and documents required to enter the territory of the US are:
• Passport with at least 6 months of validity
• You must have an electronic, biometric passport, which is equipped with an electronic
chip in it and contain your biometric data.
• Your ESTA must be valid when you arrive in the US. You can’t renew your ESTA and
overstay.
Arriving From Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda
• Citizens arriving in the U.S. from these countries must show a valid passport, U.S.
Passport Card, a Trusted Traveler Program Card (NEXUS, SENTRI, Global Entry, or
FAST), or an enhanced driver license.

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• Canadian citizens can use NEXUS instead
of a passport to arrive in the U.S. if
departing from Canada.
Arrival From Other Countries
• Citizens from other countries must
present a valid passport upon arrival.
• Both permanent residents and foreign
nationals need a U.S visa.
Security & Customs
Everyone should prepare the information needed
for mandatory security checks to prevent delays.
You can go through the US Customs website to
know more about the items you are carrying with
you.
The prohibited items as per the US Federal Law
are:
• Alcoholic beverages over 70% by volume
• Alcoholic beverages under 70% by volume
• Animal products or products of animal
origin (EU destinations only)
• Batteries
• Cutting instruments
• Defense sprays
• Drones
• Dry ice
• Electronic cigarettes like vapor or
e-cigarettes
• Explosives
• Firearms and ammunition
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• Gasoline powered tools
• Hoverboards
• Marijuana
• Mobility Devices
• Lighters and Matches
• Pressurized containers/compressed gasses
• Self-heating meals
• Self-inflating life jackets
• Scissors and tools
• Smart bags
Airport
New York City has two major airports- John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) that connect the city with all major cities worldwide.
John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has emerged to become the busiest airport in New
York and the 6th busiest airport in the US, with 8 terminals, serving over 62 million passengers
annually.
Several hotels are available near the airports, which offer easy airport pick-up and drop-off.
If you want the pick-up and drop-off options from/to the airport, you will need to book your
transfer before your arrival. If you haven’t booked well before, several cabs are also available at
the airport.
John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Customer Support Number (24×7)
+718 244 4444
Custom and immigration
Location: John F Kennedy
International Airport
BLDG 151, Room 378
Jamaica, NY 11430
United States
Contact No.: +1 (718) 656 2891
Emergency and Medical
Assistance
Dial 211 from a courtesy
phone 911 from a payphone
or cell phone in an emergency.
For medical emergencies,
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is available 24×7 at the airport.
Lost & Found
Contact John F Kennedy International Airport TSA Lost & Found at (718) 917 3999
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) Customer Support Number (24×7)
(866) 289 9673
Custom and immigration
LaGuardia Airport doesn’t serve international passengers except Canadian and the Caribbean, as
it lacks the immigration facility.
Emergency and Medical Assistance
Emergency medical services at LaGuardia are provided by North Shore University Hospital
under contract to the Port Authority.
Lost & Found
Contact the Transportation Safety Authority (TSA) at (866) 289 9673 or visit
https://www.tsa.gov/.

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Transport and Accomodation
Popular Airlines
The most popular airlines to fly from/to New York
are- American Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue,
Delta Air Lines, North American Airlines, Pan Am,
US Airways Express, New York Air, Continental
Airlines, FedEx Express, Kiwi International Air-
Lines, etc.
Public Transport
How to travel in New York City when it is your first
time here?
Mass transit is the best way to get around in New
York City. Nearly half of the population uses
public transport. The Metropolitan Transportation
Authority (MTA), also known as MTA New York
City Transit, runs the city’s subways and buses.

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Purchase a MetroCard to get around the buses and subways and keep a minimum value of $5.50,
excluding the card fee of $1, when initially buying it.
Besides subways and buses, yellow taxi cabs and green Boro taxis are available 24 hours a day.
Subways
Subways are the quickest and the most popular mode of transport in NYC, and it operates 24
hours a day. While traveling via subways, purchase a MetroCard, which will cost you just $1, and
a single subway ride costs $2.75.
Buses
Like subways, all NYC city buses accept MetroCard or exact coin change (no pennies or paper
money). Several buses operate 24 hours a day on selected routes; hence before boarding one,
identify your route and see if the service is available round-the-clock.
The Roosevelt Island Tram
The Roosevelt Island Tram accepts MetroCards and gives you an aerial view of Midtown East. It
runs from East 60th Street and Second Avenue, Manhattan to Roosevelt Island in the East River
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Taxis
Taxis are available 24 hours
a day; however, check for
the taxis whose numbers
are illuminated on top; they
are on duty. The minimum
metered fare is $2.50, and
additional bridge and tunnel
tolls. New Yorkers tip the cab
drivers 15-20%at the end of
the trip.
Accommodation
The city offers a good range
of hotels to its guests. New
York City has over 700 hotels
and 138,000 rooms operating
in the city. From luxury ho-
tels to affordable B&Bs, New
York accommodates all kinds
of guests. Find out some of
the best hotels to check-in in
this city in our New York City
Travel Guide.
The Mark Hotel
25 E 77th Street
NY 10075
+1 212 744 4300
Website: https://www.
themarkhotel.com/
Lotte New York Palace
455 Madison Ave,
NY 10022
+1 212 888 7000
Website: https://www.
lottenypalace.com/?utm_
source=google&utm_
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Mandarin Oriental, New
York
80 Columbus Cir
NY 10023
+1 212 805 8800
Website: https://www.
mandarinoriental.com/new-
york/manhattan/luxury-hotel?
htl=MONYC&kw=MONYC&
eng=google&src=local
Lowell Hotel
28 E 63rd Street
NY 10065
+1 212 838 1400
Website: https://www.lowell-
hotel.com/?utm_source=my-
business&utm_medium=or-
ganic
The Plaza- A Fairmont
Managed Hotel
768, 5th Ave
NY 10019
+1 212 759 3000
Website: https://www.
fairmont.com/the-plaza-
new-york/?y_source=1_
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Services
Hospitals & Ambulance
When in the US, call 911 in
case of any emergency. In
addition, New York has a good
number of public and private
hospitals. Below are the emer-
gency contact numbers of
services in New York.
New York Presbyterian
Hospital
New York Metropolitan Area,
New York, United States
Website: https://www.nyp.org/
Contact: 212-9324000
NYU Langone Hospital
550 1st Ave, New York, United
States
Website: https://nyulangone.
org/
Contact: +1 646 929 7800
Pharmacy
Duane Reade
New York, United States
Timing: 24*7 Open
Website: https://www.wal-
greens.com/topic/duane-
reade/duane-reade.jsp
Contact: 1-800-925-4733
Gas, Electric, Phones, Cable
TV service
Contact: 1 800 342 3377
Fire Department, City of New
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Contact: (718) 999 0779
Insurance
Tourists traveling to the
USA are responsible for their
insurance coverage. From
medical to travel insurance,
visitors should ensure they are
fully covered.
Travel insurance is necessary
for unexpected losses or
expenses such as missing
flights, losing luggage, stolen
cash, and missing passport.
Etiquette
Dress Code
The best part of traveling to
New York is, well, there’s no
dress code. You can dress
whatever you like, from classic
chick to punk or whatever
suits you.
However, it is better to check
in with the restaurants, clubs,
or bars if they have any
specific dress code before
visiting them.
Drinking
NYC has some of the best
bars, clubs, and breweries
globally, where anyone above
the age of 21 can go. Maintain
your social etiquette and don’t
create chaos in public.
Tipping
Although tipping is your
choice, New Yorkers always
tip at 15%-20% of your total
bill in cash. While ordering a
drink, a $1 tip to the bartender
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Photography
Public photography is
considered legal in NYC.
Public Place is where most
New York photographers
are taking pictures, and it is
one of the popular things to
do in New York City. Even
subways are considered public
space. As a photographer,
you have the right to take
pictures of the subject as long
as you are in public space.
However, taking photos in
a private establishment is
strictly prohibited until given
permission.
Neighbourhood
New York City comprises
5 boroughs- Manhattan,
Brooklyn, The Bronx,
Queens, and Staten Island,
each with a large number of
neighborhoods lending their
own local flavor. Here’s a quick
look at the five boroughs of
NYC:
Brooklyn
If Brooklyn Bridge is the
first thing that comes to your
mind, you should know this
borough of NYC has more to
offer. From Brooklyn Heights
Promenade, Brooklyn Botanic
Garden, Brooklyn Museum,
and Coney Island, the
borough is home to some of
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Manhattan
Manhattan is the most densely
populated and the most popular
borough of NYC, and it is considered
the world’s major financial,
commercial, and cultural epicenter.
Home to prominent Broadway
and Times Square, Manhattan is a
promising neighborhood to explore.
The Bronx
The Bronx is known for Yankee
Stadium, the home field of the
Yankees baseball team, and it is also
known for its hip-hop culture and
Bronx Zoo, home to hundreds of
animal species. Visit Arthur Avenue,
known among the locals as little Italy,
to relish authentic Italian delicacies.
Queens
Perched on the Long Island across the
East River from Manhattan, Queens is
known for its diversity, and queens are
home to Flushing Meadows Corona
Park, which hosts the annual U.S.
Open Tennis Tournament.
Staten Island
Staten Island is the greenest borough
of NYC and is connected to lower
Manhattan via ferry. The Staten Island
Zoo is home to kangaroos, birds of
prey, and snakes. It has a fascinating
maritime history, and its beaches,
parklands, and preserved colonial
villages attract a large number of
tourists from across the globe.
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Museums and Cultural Tour
The choices are nearly endless when it
comes to NYC’s museums, art, and culture.
Museum tours are a popular activity in
New York. There are over 5000 years of art
history with a collection of stone age objects
and contemporary art in the Metropolitan
Museum.
So, while visiting NYC, consider choosing
the cultural and theme tour of the city. From
world-class museums spanning from the
Upper East Side to the Lower East Side, the
boroughs of NYC are dedicated to several
museums and art galleries.
Top Museums and Art
Galleries
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The museum was established in 1880 and is
located at Central Park. It is home to 5,000
years of prehistoric to contemporary art
collections. There are two million objects,
including Old Master paintings, the ancient
Egyptian temple of Dendur, classical antiquity,
and artifacts from medieval Europe.
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
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and Sixth Avenues on 53rd Street, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is the first museum
devoted to the modern era. In addition, the museum is home to a rich and varied collection of
150,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, photographs, architectural models, etc.
Rubin Museum of Art
Rubin Museum of Art at Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood is dedicated to the Himalayas
and India. The museum is home to 38,000 pieces of art, sculptures, paintings, artifacts, and
reproductions of Tibet’s Lukhang Temple murals.
Van Gogh Museum
Immerse yourself in the magnificent arts of Van Gogh at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience.
The museum uses cutting-edge technology and exquisite storytelling to offer visitors a unique
and innovative experience. The museum exhibits two-story projections of Vincent Van Gogh’s
famous artworks in a 360-degree digital composition.
New York Sightseeing
Statue of Liberty
Located at the Liberty Island of New York, this famous New York Sightseeing spot is a colossal
neoclassical sculpture and is the national monument and the city’s most enduring symbol. The
Statue of Liberty was a gift from the people of France to the people of the USA that symbolizes
the nation as the land of Freedom and Opportunity.
Central Park
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a lake, and a reservoir- Central Park in
Manhattan is a popular green space comprising
843 acres of land. It has an outdoor theater,
Alice in Wonderland statue, a memorial to
John Lennon, and a waterside eatery.
Times Square
Times Square is an iconic symbol of the
American spirit. This major commercial
intersection is formed by the junction of
Broadway, Seventh Avenue, and 42nd Street.
Take an evening walk at Times Square, and you
will witness yellow cabs, soaring skyscrapers,
golden arches, dazzling broadway marquees,
and a night that never gets dark.
Empire State Building
The Empire State Building is New York’s most
iconic landmark. Once the world’s tallest
skyscraper, this colossal art deco has 102 floors
and remains the most prominent building
in New York. The observatory deck of the
building offers incredible views of the city.
Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge, with its Gothic-shaped
towers and suspension cables, has endured as
New York’s emblem. This 5989 ft long bridge
was built in 1883 and featured in several
movies and shows. Take a stroll across the
elevated pedestrian walkway and enjoy the city
view.
New York Food & Wine Tour
The best way to experience New York’s culinary

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lifestyle is to take a culinary & wine tour of
the city. New York offers a host of novel dining
options and boasts over 19,000 eateries, and
New York is abuzz with some of the finest
restaurants serving off-beaten delicacies and
wine.
New York gets alive when darkness arrives.
Who doesn’t want to experience the city’s
pulsing nightlife that never sleeps? Most bars
offer Happy Hours from 4 pm to 8 pm, when
you can snag one of those cocktails you have
always wanted to try.
New York organizes some of the best and most
exciting Food fairs and Wine tours, where you
can relish the authentic cuisines of the USA
and taste the finest wine from California’s Napa
Valley. Book one such tour and embark on a
culinary voyage.
However, before visiting these public places,
check the latest travel restrictions in New York.
High End Dining
Jean-Georges
French Cuisine
Trump International Hotel & Tower New York
1 Central Park West, New York
NY 10023
+1 212 299 3900
Batard
Contemporary European
239 W Broadway

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NY 10013
+1 212 219 2777
The Modern
Contemporary American
9 W 53rd Street
NY 10019
+1 212 333 1220
Indian Accent
Indian Cuisine
123 W 56th Street
NY 10019
+1 212 842 8070
Hirohisa
Japanese Cuisine
73 Thompson Street
NY 10012
+1 212 925 1613
Casual Dining
Vineapple Cafe
Italian Cuisine
71 Pineapple Street,
Brooklyn
NY 11201
+1 347 799 1035
La Contenta
Mexican Cuisine
78 W 11 Street
NY 10011
+1 212 533 2233
Hole in The Wall-
Flatiron
Australian Cuisine
37 W 24th Street
NY 10010
+1 646 726 4277
Silver Factory
Korean Cuisine
270 S 5th Street, Brooklyn
NY 11211
+1 347 725 3017
5ive Spice Taco & Banh Mi
227 Mulberry Street
NY 10012
+1 917 409 2605
Bars & Lounges
Mace
35 W 8th Street
NY 10011
+1 347 866 7739
The Long Island Bar110
Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn
NY 11201
+1 718 625 8908
Bemelmans Bar
35 E 76th Street
NY 10021
+1 212 744 1600
Sidney’s Five
103 1st Ave
NY 1003
+1 917 409 3368
Clover Club
210 Smith Street, Brooklyn

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NY 11201
+1 718 855 7939
Spa & Wellness
Resorts
Menla Retreat & Dewa Spa
375 Pantherkill Road,
Phoenicia
NY 12464
+1845 688 6897
Website: https://menla.org/
The Well
2 E 15th Street
NY 10003
+1 646 560 8080
Website: https://www.the-well.
com/new-york/?utm_source=-
google-gmb&utm_medi-
um=organic&utm_cam-
paign=gmb
Mirbeau Inn & Spa
Rhinebeck
46 W Market Street,
Rhinebeck
NY 12572
+1 877 647 2328
Website: https://www.
rhinebeck.mirbeau.com/
Shou Sugi Ban House
337 Montauk Hwy, Water Mill
NY 11976
+1 631 500 9049
Website: https://
shousugibanhouse.com/
Equinox Hotel Hudson
Yards
33 Hudson Yards
NY 10001
+1 212 812 9200
Website: https://equinox-
hotels.com/nyc/?utm_
source=local-listings&utm_
medium=organic&utm_
campaign=local-listings
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