The Ultimate Year-Round Guide to New York City

Experience New York City like never before with Marco and his team’s Ultimate Year-Round NYC Guidebook – your essential travel companion for 2025 and beyond. Whether it’s your first time in the Big Apple or your tenth, this beautifully crafted digital guide will help you plan smartly, explore deeply, and enjoy NYC like a true insider.

From subway tips to scenic parks, must-see attractions, foodie favourites, and hidden gems – this guidebook covers it all.

Year-Round Version – This guide includes everything you need to make your NYC trip unforgettable, no matter the season. Here's what you’ll find inside:

Table of Content

Welcome to NYC
The story of My Christmas in New York
What makes NYC unforgettable
How to use this guide
Essential Apps and Websites for NYC
What weather to expect in NYC

How to get around NYC
Subway and Bus: How to navigate public transport
Airports and the best ways to reach Manhattan
Transit tips to save money: walking, ferry & more

Where to stay in NYC
Best neighborhoods for first-timers vs returning visitors
How to book smartly (and avoid common mistakes)
Our top 10 hotel picks in NYC

Explore the boroughs
What makes each borough special
Parks to relax and escape the city buzz

NYC’s top attractions
Which observatory to choose (and why)
Rooftop bars with a view: Budget-friendly alternatives to observatories
Paid attractions: worth it or skip it?
NYC’s best museums to discover
Free experiences & hidden gems
The most Instagrammable photo spots

Where (and what) to eat in NYC
Eating smartly: lunch deals, takeaway tips, and affordable eats
Our favorite spots in New York City

Shopping smart in NYC
Souvenir shops (including unusual finds)
Essentials when you need them: delis, Duane Reade, CVS & more

Tips, etiquette & local insights
How to tip in NYC: who, when and how much
Tourist traps to avoid
What New Yorkers like (and don’t)
Where to find bathrooms in NYC
Staying safe and confident in NYC
Packing smart: how to dress and what to carry each day

Your NYC itinerary
How to plan your perfect NYC day

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