Christmas fairytale of New York

Thursday, December 15, 2022

The perpetually hustling city is decked with festive decorations and bright lights. Come December, the air is simmered with a palpable spirit of joy. When Thanksgiving rolls around, there is a certain magic in the air, and this city unabashedly transforms into an all-singing, all-dancing Tinseltown that could compete with Lapland.

Safe to say it is one of the biggest holiday shows on earth, visit New York City between Thanksgiving and the New Year to experience a once in a lifetime memory. Find the best things to explore in and around New York at Christmas with the help of our top recommendations.

Admire the famous New York Christmas tree
Arguably the world’s most famous Christmas tree, Rockefeller Center in New York City hosts this winter magic that people from all over the world flock to visit. The annual tree lighting has become a beloved tradition in New York and around the world for more than 80 years. The stunning, 75-foot-tall Norway Spruce attracts an estimated 125 million visitors annually. The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, located in the centre of Midtown Manhattan and representing Christmas in the city, has even been featured in popular holiday family films.

Explore the Christmas markets around New York City
With all of the seasonal holiday markets that spring up in New York City, shopping is elevated to a whole new level. Grab some hot chocolate and brave the cold to find handmade items for everyone on your list at the three major outdoor markets: Union Square Holiday Market, Holiday Shops at Winter Village at Bryant Park, and Columbus Circle Holiday Market. No doubts, New York sure is committed to ensure you an unforgettable trip during your Christmas holidays. Everything from ice rinks with spectacular vistas to sparkling window displays, Broadway performances, and (if you’re lucky), snow in Central Park, New York is unmissable.

Christmas cruise on the Hudson river
Holiday Statue & Skyline Cocoa Cruise on the Hudson River in a yacht modelled after a 1920s yacht is one of the most exclusive Christmas time activities in New York. Sure to stun you with a completely new and exciting perspective of New York, it’s a fun dinner cruise around the harbour and Manhattan with breathtaking views of the area and some of the most iconic buildings in the world. Included are the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Empire State Building. Enjoy a delectable dinner buffet as music comes up for the grand night.

View the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights display
One of the top New York holiday attractions is the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights 2022 show. The most extravagant Christmas light displays, including life-sized Santas, sleighs, and snowmen, can be found in the Brooklyn neighbourhood. Some homes even play Christmas carols through loudspeakers. People of all ages swarm to the Kings County area to explore the numerous streets and avenues and take part in one of the best winter activities in New York City. Undoubtedly, it serves as the focal point of the holiday season.

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