Speakeasies are quietly (pun intended) becoming one of the top attractions for visitors coming to New York City. They’ve been around since Prohibition, and now that they are legal, many bars love to pay homage to that time period. One of the most iconic, but not so secretive, hidden bars in New York is located inside Grand Central, called The Campbell. Swanky. Classy. Ritzy. These are all great words to describe Grand Central Terminal’s “secret” bar that looks like it came from 1920s Prohibition New York. A time when the jazz was hot and the champagne flowed freely… inside underground speakeas ..read more

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 — and only — place to indulge in such a fantasy is New York City’s Little Italy, one of the most charming neighborhoods in Manhattan. Thanks to the waves of immigrants coming through Ellis Island in the late 1800s, New York City welcomed hundreds of thousands of new citizens from Naples and Sicily, who brought with them their customs, language, currency, and a host of family recipes. The Old World vibe still lives on today, by way of a neighborhood that is sadly shrinking and a w ..read more

When you visit a new city, you might check out the museums, parks, and other daytime attractions, but what about its darker side? When it comes to our favorite haunted tours, we’re talking mobsters and murders, ghouls and graveyards, the secret histories that you seldom hear, all the more shocking when they’re true. Without a local to show you the way, you might not know what lurks in the city’s past or walks the streets still after dark. Our haunted walking tours are just the ticket. While these spooky guided tours aren’t for the faint of heart, if you enjoy true crime or ghost stories and do ..read more

In HBO’s “Succession,” New York City isn’t led by celebrities or any governing body. Instead, the city that never sleeps is led by a powerful family of incredible wealth: the Roys.  With patriarch Logan Roy at the helm, the family uses Manhattan as their playground, running their media conglomerate Waystar/Royco out of big shiny buildings, all while hurling insults and millions of dollars at their family members at every turn. In short, “Succession” is addictive TV, and it largely takes place in beautiful New York City. Waystar/Royco may not be real, and you might not see Shiv shopping at ..read more

Easily one of the top attractions in all of New York City, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum exists today as a place of remembrance right in the center of the rebuilt World Trade Center area. With a focus on reflection and healing rather than sorrow or fear, the memorial creates a space of serenity very rarely found in such a hectic city. You should make time to visit this attraction when you come to NYC. It’s not often you tour a space that almost everyone feels some connection to. This travel guide will help you plan ahead so you know exactly what to expect and can make the most of your visit ..read more

If you’ve arrived in NYC with your New York Pass or your New York Explorer Pass or New York All-Inclusive Pass by Go City already booked, you want to make the most of it. With any of these passes in hand, you can take advantage of a number of free tours. It’s amazing how much you’ll be able to see in just a few days.  This itinerary was specifically curated by our local guides to help you make the most of your time with the pass. So without further ado, here’s how to plan for three perfect days in NYC with your New York City pass from Go City.  Day 1: Arts and culture exploration in ..read more

This year has been scary and unpredictable for everyone. Even now, as things are slowly heading back toward normalcy, you might still be hesitant and nervous to spend time around other people. So what could possibly motivate you to book a guided tour? Ultimately, decisions affecting your safety and health are very personal. If you’re interested in taking a guided tour or wondering what to expect and the pros and cons, this guide will help prepare you. I’ll also share some top trends we’re seeing as a tour company (and I’m seeing as a guide) during the pandemic. So here it is — your guide to gu ..read more

Running from Long Island to Manhattan, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the busiest commuter railroad on the continent. If you’re visiting New York City and plan to see Long Island, too, you’ll want to know all about the LIRR. As an NYC local, I’m here to help. According to the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority), the LIRR is the oldest railroad in the country operating under its original name. Since it was originally chartered on April 24, 1834, the LIRR has served millions of New Yorkers. These trains transport over 300,000 people on any given weekday, and the system runs more tha ..read more

So you got your bags packed and your New York City Sightseeing Pass in hand. Finally, you’ve made it to the big city. Now the question is, where to begin? With so many things included in the Sightseeing Pass, it’s difficult to know what to choose and the best way to take advantage of everything it has to offer. But don’t get overwhelmed! If you’re ready to hit the ground running, you can use the pass to explore so much of the city in only a few days.  One of the biggest perks of the Sightseeing Pass is the access to free guided walking tours. It’s an amazing opportunity to experience the ..read more

New York’s Hudson Yards has quickly become one of the top tourist destinations in the city. Its rapid rise in popularity is due in part to Edge — an outdoor sky deck near the top of the tallest building in the complex. Edge just opened in 2020. Located on the 100th level of the building, Edge (often called, “the Edge”) is suspended in mid-air, giving you the unique feeling of floating in the sky. And as the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, you’ll get some amazing views of NYC. In this post, I’ll tell you everything there is to know about visiting Edge, New York’s newest outd ..read more