Christmas in New York 2025 Guidebook

🎄 Christmas in New York 2025 Digital Guidebook (50 pages)

We from the My Christmas in New York team created this 50-page guide to make your holiday trip easier and more magical. Every December, the city glows with trees, lights, and markets, but it can also feel crowded and confusing. This guide helps you enjoy the beauty without the stress.

We’ve spent years exploring New York in December, checking all the 2025 dates, and learning what truly makes the season special. Inside you’ll find everything you need to plan: from the best time to visit and what to pack, to the most festive trees, markets, shows, and decorated restaurants.

✨ 50 pages of clear, practical holiday advice
✨ Official 2025 dates for all major events
✨ Top 5 food & drink lists for every craving
✨ Christmas hotels, trees, markets, lights, shows, and cruises
✨ Family-friendly activities, itineraries, and a full holiday timeline
✨ Stay connected with our blog and Instagram for daily updates

This is the book we wish we had on our first December in New York. It helps you skip the confusion, enjoy the highlights, and focus on the magic of Christmas in the city.

Summary Table of Contents

• Before You Go – Best time to visit, packing, transport, and budgeting
• Food & Drinks – Our top 5 lists: restaurants, bakeries, hot chocolate, pizzas, and more
• Christmas Hotels – From iconic to budget-friendly stays
• You Can’t Miss Them – Trees, skating rinks, windows, Fifth & Sixth Avenue, markets, shops, shows, cruises, parks, rooftops
• Other Holiday Events – Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve in NYC
• Christmas with Kids – Family activities and where to meet Santa
• Your 15 Must-Do Experiences – A festive checklist
• Practical NYC – Safety, apps, restrooms, tipping, and essentials
• Quick Planner & Itineraries – 5 perfect days and a Central Park walk
• Holiday Timeline 2025 – Key dates at a glance
• Stay Connected – Our tours, blog, and Instagram for live updates