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NYC with teen daughter
Posted on 3/23/24 at 5:26 pm
Posted on 3/23/24 at 5:26 pm
I’m taking my 15 y/o daughter to NYC next month for 2 nights (Wed-Fri). We’ll get there early Wed and leave late afternoon Fri. Staying at the Sheraton Times Square. We’re planning 9-11 museum, 5th Ave, Times Square, and a Broadway show. Looking for more suggestions and well as suggestions for food (not too expensive). Is the Empire State Building worth it?
What’s the best way to get tickets for a broadway show? We’re looking at Wicked, but are up to see other ones. Also, does it really matter where in the theater the seats are located?
TIA
What’s the best way to get tickets for a broadway show? We’re looking at Wicked, but are up to see other ones. Also, does it really matter where in the theater the seats are located?
TIA
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Posted on 3/23/24 at 5:31 pm to tennfly2
Definitely do Empire State Building. Stub hub for plays unless you don’t care which play since they sell do of tickets in Times Square for plays
Posted on 3/23/24 at 6:04 pm to tennfly2
With your limited time, you should plan on only one of skyscraper observation decks. The three of them are the One World Observatory in the Freedom Tower, Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building.
If you are already going to do the 9-11 museum, then you will be right at the Freedom Tower, and so I would choose that one instead of making a separate trip across Manhattan to the ESB.
EDIT: Of course, you are also planning to spend time on 5th Ave, where the ESB is. Personally, I like the view from Top of the Rock, as it shows off the ESB and Central Park.
If you are already going to do the 9-11 museum, then you will be right at the Freedom Tower, and so I would choose that one instead of making a separate trip across Manhattan to the ESB.
EDIT: Of course, you are also planning to spend time on 5th Ave, where the ESB is. Personally, I like the view from Top of the Rock, as it shows off the ESB and Central Park.
This post was edited on 3/23/24 at 6:08 pm
Posted on 3/23/24 at 6:16 pm to GOP_Tiger
My recommendation for you for cheap but interesting food is to walk from 5th Ave to Macy's along 32nd Street, which is Koreatown, and go in the huge Korean food court on the right as you approach Broadway. There are about a dozen stalls in there, selling all kinds of Korean food at very reasonable prices.
Posted on 3/23/24 at 7:36 pm to tennfly2
9-11 museum was depressing to me.
It’s well done, but it made my day sort of somber.
Broadway show will be great.
The theaters are fairly small venues so there are really not any bad seats.
Most seat 500 people, certainly not more than 1000.
Posted on 3/23/24 at 8:30 pm to tennfly2
Thanks everyone! Great info. Exactly the kind of stuff I needed to hear.
Posted on 3/23/24 at 10:04 pm to tennfly2
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Is the Empire State Building worth it?
What’s the best way to get tickets for a broadway show?
Go to The Top of the Rock before you go to The Empire State Building...but it is definitely worth doing...don't pay extra to go to the 102nd Floor, its NOT worth it.
TKTS if you are NOT picky on which show to see
Also...check out these YouTube Channels:
Here Bee Bar
Sarah Funky
Definitely walk the High Line and get Clam Chowder at The Grand Central Oyster Bar.
This post was edited on 3/23/24 at 10:07 pm
Posted on 3/23/24 at 11:21 pm to tennfly2
A day before the show, we walked to the theater where Wicked was showing and bought tix in the lobby. Did the same for others. Easy. You might want to buy online ahead of time if her heart is set on it and you don’t want to risk a sell out.
ESB is the iconic big building, so I’d do it over the other options. When you see it in a TV show or movie, it’s cool to recall being up there. They sell skip the line tickets, not cheap, but we beat the system by being there as soon as the doors opened. Whisked right to the top. When we came down about an hour later, the line was out the door and down the street. Saved hours by being there when it opened.
ESB is the iconic big building, so I’d do it over the other options. When you see it in a TV show or movie, it’s cool to recall being up there. They sell skip the line tickets, not cheap, but we beat the system by being there as soon as the doors opened. Whisked right to the top. When we came down about an hour later, the line was out the door and down the street. Saved hours by being there when it opened.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 12:15 am to tennfly2
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Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Center
That’s my strong recommendation. You have perfect view of Empire State Building downtown and Central Park uptown. Empire State Building is cool, but it wouldn’t be my choice since you can’t see it when you’re on top of it.
I’ve taken 3 different trips with friends and family members who were on their first trip to NYC. I’ve taken them to Top of the Rock right away on the first afternoon or evening in town so they can get a full glimpse of the city. It’s an awe factor if you’ve never been before. I’ve been up several times at this point, and I still look forward to bringing folks.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 3:21 am to makersmark1
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9-11 museum was depressing to me.
It’s well done, but it made my day sort of somber.
Yeah, I have to say, I don’t know why it’s always on everyone’s list, particularly for short trips. Of course, I lived up here at that time as well, so I don’t have any interest in reliving it.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 6:58 am to habz007
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Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Center That’s my strong recommendation. You have perfect view of Empire State Building downtown and Central Park uptown. Empire State Building is cool, but it wouldn’t be my choice since you can’t see it when you’re on top of it.
100% agree. Do Top of the Rock so you can have the view of the Empire State Building. I would book it for the first night in case visibility is an issue and you have to rebook it. Last time we went it was foggy and you couldn’t see well. Was our last night so went up anyway.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 10:14 am to tennfly2
The weather in April should be nice. Take a Circle-Line boat cruise around Manhattan.
Hit one major museum: Metropolitan, Modern or Nat. History if art's not her thing. Whichever, do some online research about temporary shows. That way you can narrow your visit.
Any of the double-decker bus tours is a good introduction to the city. They typically make a big loop.
If your daughter hasn't visited a cathedral, St John the Divine on Upper West Side is quite impressive.
Lower-cost dining is hard. On a trip in Jan breakfast for 2 at small places ran about $50. See if any Papaya King hot dog and juice places are still open.
Hit one major museum: Metropolitan, Modern or Nat. History if art's not her thing. Whichever, do some online research about temporary shows. That way you can narrow your visit.
Any of the double-decker bus tours is a good introduction to the city. They typically make a big loop.
If your daughter hasn't visited a cathedral, St John the Divine on Upper West Side is quite impressive.
Lower-cost dining is hard. On a trip in Jan breakfast for 2 at small places ran about $50. See if any Papaya King hot dog and juice places are still open.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 1:23 pm to Tree_Fall
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The weather in April should be nice. Take a Circle-Line boat cruise around Manhattan.
I LOVE The Circle Line 2.5 Hour Full Island tour and I have done it over 30 times...its one of the things I do EVERYTIME I go to NYC!
But......
I recently found out about this little $$$$aving tip and I am looking forward to trying it the next time I go to NYC!
$4 Ferry Ride
Posted on 3/24/24 at 4:40 pm to tennfly2
$1 pizza places can be solid.
Dim sum in Chinatown not pricey either.
States Island ferry is cheap and great view of Statute of Liberty.
Check out Grand Central for a few mins too.
Dim sum in Chinatown not pricey either.
States Island ferry is cheap and great view of Statute of Liberty.
Check out Grand Central for a few mins too.
Posted on 3/24/24 at 5:11 pm to JodyPlauche
That 4 dollar video was cool. I once did a round trip on the Staten island ferry to see the statue of liberty. That was fun.
Posted on 3/25/24 at 7:27 am to tennfly2
Metropolitan museum, ESB, night boat tour around the island, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, Central Park (Angel Statue), Wicked is good, Natural HIstory Museum, Guggenheim museum, just a few of our favorites for first time visitors.
Posted on 3/26/24 at 12:42 pm to dirtsandwich
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States Island ferry is cheap and great view of Statute of Liberty.
Agree with this, except that the Staten Island ferry is free.
Posted on 3/26/24 at 1:31 pm to tennfly2
Pizza places like Lombardi, St Joe, or Prince St are good iconic places that won't cost much. I would do Wicked, it's better than most of the shows that I've seen and perfect for a 15 year old. I always like the food tours. I've done the one in Greenwich and Meatpacking. Gives you a nice tour of the neighborhood and you get to try a bunch of different things. The Starlight cafe is also fun but you'll wait in line to get in.
Posted on 3/26/24 at 9:41 pm to tennfly2
Go see the Moulin Rouge musical, she will love it and so will you
Posted on 3/27/24 at 9:05 am to La Squared
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100% agree. Do Top of the Rock so you can have the view of the Empire State Building. I would book it for the first night in case visibility is an issue and you have to rebook it. Last time we went it was foggy and you couldn’t see well. Was our last night so went up anyway.
Another vote for Top of the Rock. I was coming to mention the weather as well. Let the weather guide you on when you do this. I went on a fairly cloudy day and just didn't get the full impact.
You probably can't squeeze much more into a short 2 day trip. Everything takes longer to get to and do than you think because of the crowds.
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