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Discover New York City

AARP's Guide to New York City 

It’s frenetic, noisy and in your face, yet New York City remains one of the most enthralling places to visit on the planet. A swaggering trendsetter, the Big Apple is a world hub for finance and culture, fashion and food, entertainment and media, all made more vibrant with its rich mix of immigrant cultures. This guide focuses on the island of Manhattan, the showiest of the city’s five boroughs, though the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island all have attractions, too. Want to know where to eat on a budget, how to navigate one of the world’s largest subway systems and the best ways to score a ticket for a hot Broadway show? We’ve got you covered.

Plan Your Trip

Things to Do

Dining Out

A Road Trip Through The Hudson Valley

Must-see art abounds both indoors and outdoors in this pastoral region

Get An Inside Look at the New Liberty Museum

What to know about visiting the inspiring New York site

Guide to Visiting New York City on a Budget

​Tips on how to explore the best of the Big Apple for less​

See New York City’s Intrepid Museum​

​Explore this legendary Navy aircraft carrier and more at Pier 86 in Manhattan​

Budget-Friendly Tips to Brooklyn for First-Time Visitors

How to plan an affordable trip to the historic New York City borough

Experience New York City

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