11 Photo-Worthy Things To See and Do in NYC’s Central Park
Central Park is my favorite park in the entire city. Whether you’re lounging on the lawn during the summer or frolicking in a December snow, the park offers…
Bobby Mittelstadt
Bobby is an actor and writer, living in New York City since 2013. You can catch him performing frequently at the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center. He's also been a licensed NYC tour guide since 2017. Bobby loves introducing people from all over the world to the wonderful sights, sounds, restaurants, and neighborhoods of New York City.
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The Insider Experience at Grand Central Terminal in New York
If you get lost trying to navigate New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, you’re forgiven — it’s the largest train station in the world, after all. Many visitors…
7 Must-See Spots in NYC’s Financial District (AKA Wall Street)
Wall Street is named after an actual wall. No, really. When the Dutch first colonized the island of Manhattan, they built a wall to separate their colonies from…
Little Italy in NYC: Top 6 Reasons (And Places) To Visit
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, ask for a cannoli and a glass of red wine to go with it. The best —…
How To Get the Most From the MoMA in New York City
If you get to visit the Museum of Modern Art while you’re here in New York City, you’re in for a treat. As a local NYC guide, I’m…
Everything To See and Do at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
It’s hard to describe the size and scope of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but here’s a try: 2 million square feet and 300,000 years. Since its founding…
Your Ultimate Guide to Times Square: What To See and Do
Times Square is often called the “crossroads of the world,” and with good reason. At 300,000 visitors every day (and around a million on New Year’s Eve), it’s…
Neighborhood Spotlight: 6 Places You Must Visit In Harlem
Harlem has seen it all. Originally occupied by nomadic tribes of Native Americans, Harlem was transformed into a farming settlement when the Dutch colonized Manhattan in the 1600s.…
The Untold History of NYC’s Brooklyn Bridge Plus How to See It
The Brooklyn Bridge has captivated New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike for more than 100 years. What began as a novel idea to invent an entirely new style of…
How To Walk the High Line in NYC and Not Miss a Thing
From relic to gem, the High Line has been turned into one of the most pioneering public spaces in New York City. What was once a decrepit railway…
The Staten Island Ferry: NYC’s Famous Best-Kept Secret
How can an attraction be both famous and a best-kept secret? When it comes to the Staten Island Ferry, although people on Staten Island have been using it…
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island: Do’s and Don’ts for Your Visit
As two of the most popular attractions in New York City, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are probably on your must-see list — and they should…
The New York Public Library: What to See on Each Floor
When most people go on vacation, visiting the public library probably isn’t on the itinerary. However, in New York City, even the library is one of the city’s…
5 Essential Greenwich Village Activities Plus Where to Eat
What do Andy Warhol, the Village People, and Jack Kerouac all have in common? They all cut their teeth in Greenwich Village, one of the most dynamic and…
See New York City From Top to Bottom at One World Observatory
In about 47 seconds, the One World Observatory (OWO) elevator rockets its riders 1,300 feet in the air. As the doors open, visitors find themselves on the 102nd…
An Insider’s Take on Radio City Music Hall in New York City
What would you do if the stock market crashed and you were stuck with a $91 million lease? If you’re John Rockefeller, you build the biggest theater in…
Hudson Yards: NYC’s Newest Neighborhood as Told by a Local
Designed to be a city-within-a-city, Hudson Yards has caused quite a stir since it opened its new subway stop in 2015. Since then, the district has grown to…
A Cruise Down Canal Street in New York City’s Chinatown
Chinatown is a must-see for any trip to New York City. It’s rich in history, and it’s a gateway to Little Italy and other great NYC neighborhoods. Though…
A Behind-the-Scenes Guide to Broadway in New York
Times Square. The Theater District. The Great White Way. Broadway. All of these names have something in common: the highest level of theater and entertainment in the world,…