Activities you can only do in New York that are sure to multiply your fun

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 The majestic stairway at the entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Written by Rachel Pelz for Time Out, in partnership with the New York Lottery
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Catch the latest Broadway show

Broadway dark
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Whether you’re seeing a limited-run play with your favorite star in the lead role or a beloved musical that’s been running for years, a Broadway show is one of those only-in-New York experiences you simply have to check off your bucket list. When the house lights go down and the stage lights go up, you’ll be transported to a different world—and maybe even learn a new song or two to belt out in the shower. 

Bonus activity: After the show, multiply your fun by grabbing a late-night bite at one of NYC’s classic delis in the theater district. Order a sandwich piled high with pastrami, a massive plate of french fries and a classic egg cream (which are actually made with neither cream nor eggs!) and enjoy the same meal that has been eaten by the stars and patrons of the theater for as long as there has been a Great White Way. 

Snack on an iconic slice of New York pizza 

Nuovo York Pizza
Nuovo York Pizza

The pizzaiolos in New York City’s historic Little Italy have been slinging pies to hungry New Yorkers for over 100 years. Brave the lines to score a slice of NYC history at one of the many pizza shops that line the streets around Mulberry and Mott. While you may not settle the age-old question of who makes the very best pizza in all of New York City, grabbing a slice from one of these famous pizzerias is one of the city’s best (and most delicious) experiences. 

Bonus activity: When you’re done with your meal, head to one of the neighborhood’s mouth-watering bakeries for a delicious cannoli, chocolate-coated rainbow cookies or a gift basket of marzipan to snack on while you ride the train home. 

Discover the secrets of the city’s parks

Washington Square Park with its fountain, arch, and skyline behind it.
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There are over 1,900 parks, playgrounds and green spaces among the five boroughs, each with its own amazing secrets to discover. From Central Park’s Belvedere Castle—a magical folly that was built in the 1800s—to a secret garden studded with roses along the Hudson River in Fort Tryon Park, there are hidden surprises at every turn (and did we mention they make amazing spots for photos?). Take a kayak ride through Staten Island’s Freshkills Park, the reclaimed site of what was once the largest landfill in the world; ride a carousel that looks like glittering sea glass in the Battery; and watch the dogs of Park Slope run off-leash in Prospect Park while you take your morning walk.  

Bonus activity: Find a hot dog cart or a vendor serving up pretzels for perhaps the most iconic NYC meal you can eat outdoors. Ask for extra mustard, grab a cold soda and sit on a park bench to create the memory of a lifetime for just a couple of bucks. 

Spend the day at a museum

 The majestic stairway at the entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Photograph: By marcobrivio.gallery / Shutterstock

The Upper East Side is home to some of the city’s—and, arguably, the world’s—most amazing museums. Pop inside one of New York City’s monuments to art on a rainy day to admire the world-famous paintings, sculptures and artifacts that live among the collections in New York City. From post-modern masterpieces to tools that date from as early as 300,000 BC, you can spend a whole day happily wandering through these hallowed halls. 

Bonus activity: When you’re finished taking in the exhibits at the city’s museums, take a stroll along Central Park to window shop at the stores that dot the tree-lined streets. Sure, you can pop in to do a little real shopping, but sometimes it’s just as fun to admire the artfully arranged shoes, bags and coats while you sip your favorite latte. 

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