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Things to Do in and Around New York in Dec (Updated 2025)

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Statue of Liberty
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Sami musthafa
Thr trip was perfect and i booked ticket from trip. Com its very easy and get price offer via app
Empire State Building
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As I ascended the Empire State Building observation deck, the lights of Manhattan gradually illuminated the twilight, like a galaxy inverted on the earth. The cold wind jingled the love locks on the railings, and the streaks of light from the yellow taxis below reminded me of the time-traveling encounter in "Sleepless in Seattle." On the 86th floor, in a corner, I spotted an elderly couple, their wrinkled wool scarves billowing like gentle sails in the night breeze, quietly embracing through binoculars. As neon signs flashed in the distance, I suddenly understood why this city forever attracts dreamers—not because of its height, but because behind every window lies an untamed yearning.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Getting lost at the Metropolitan Museum of Art is a kind of bliss—turning past Roman columns, you suddenly stumble upon the Temple of Dendur, the Nile's mist seemingly still condensed on the sandstone. Lingering for a long time before "Riverside Scene" in the Chinese gallery, one can almost hear the pine trees whispering in Fan Kuan's ink-wash landscape. Most wondrously, in the European armor gallery, a knight's visor still bears the marks of 1547, while a Giacometti sculpture in the adjacent modern gallery speaks to it with a similarly rugged posture. Sitting in the tiered lobby at closing time, listening to an impromptu piano performance, twilight streaming through the glass dome onto Rodin's "The Gates of Hell," you suddenly feel that the entire museum is like an ark carrying human civilization, with each exhibit an anchor point for its journey.
The Museum of Modern Art
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Upon first seeing the original "Starry Night" on the fifth floor of MoMA, Van Gogh's swirling eddies were more turbulent than I had imagined; I could almost hear the paint roaring across the canvas. Passing through the installation art area, I was engulfed by Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirror Room—millions of my own reflections floated and sank in points of light, instantly disorienting me. In the contemporary art gallery, Duchamp's urinal remained playfully placed, next to which lay apple cores left by visitors. Most movingly, in the rest area, I saw an elderly man with white hair copying Mondrian; his trembling brushstrokes held the lingering warmth of the 20th century.
Central Park
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Jogging along the long paths of Central Park, every step feels like stepping to the city's rhythm. A boy plays guitar by the Bethesda Fountain, the melody of "Imagine" flowing from the strings, blending wonderfully with the clatter of horse-drawn carriages. In front of the star-shaped mosaic at Strawberry Fields, someone always leaves behind a dew-kissed rose, the air filled with the scent of onion hot dogs and fresh grass. My favorite spot is the skating rink near Bow Bridge, watching beginners tumble and fall like snowballs, while the skyline silhouettes silently behind the treetops—in this steel jungle, there lies a heart-warming oasis.
Rockefeller Center
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KIEU HAI YEN
Easy check in with viucher QR code, magnificent view of New York from Top of the Rock 👍
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
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Anonymous user
Summit One was the highlight of my New York City trip. The views were absolutely incredible, the atmosphere was unforgettable, and every level offered something unique. A must-visit experience in NYC.
American Museum of Natural History
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Stepping into the American Museum of Natural History, my gaze was instantly drawn to the enormous blue whale model—suspended from the dome of the ocean exhibit, it seemed to float like a ghost through humanity's imagination of the deep sea. In the evolutionary biology hall, I touched the tailbone of a Diplodocus fossil; the sandstone's texture seemed to hold the whispers of the Jurassic era. The most intriguing area was the primitive tribe exhibit, where children were using AR devices to simulate hunting beside Inuit elk canoes, the electronic glow and ancient harpoons creating a wondrous interplay within the glass display case. Hiding in a corner of the gem hall to see the amethyst geode, the clusters of crystals glowing softly in the darkness, like a dream from Earth's slumber.
Broadway Shows New York
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M2b***bh
The musical "Aladdin" was a fantastic performance, with humorous and comedic content and excellent singing and dancing. It's definitely worth a visit. However, when I booked my tickets on Ctrip, I couldn't find my e-ticket, which wasted a lot of time. I had to go to the theater early and ask the ticket counter to help me find it. It turned out to be OK. The seats in the large theater are close together, so it felt a bit cramped. Photography is not allowed during the show.
Statue Of Liberty Cruises With Landing
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Melsida
The Statue of Liberty cruise with landing is an unforgettable experience! Enjoy breathtaking views of NYC, explore Liberty Island, and visit the museum. A must-do for history and sightseeing lovers! #StatueOfLiberty #Cruise #NYC #Travel #History
Top of The Rock
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I really didn't want to take the subway in New York, so I chose this observation deck, just 800 meters from my hotel (near Times Square). The view was stunning! If you wanted to take photos of the workers, it would cost an additional $40 per person, and you could only use their cameras.
Edge Observation Deck
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Svetlana De Bono
Stunning view, breathtaking experience. I can look at it forever 🤩🤩🤩

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