All you need to know about New York City, NY
What to do in NYC
Make your way through the top things to do in NYC and you’ll never be bored. Whether you want to walk across an iconic bridge, eat tasty food or visit one of the many museums the city has to offer, we have you covered.
Driving Tips
Tips: Know some rules beforehand and have fun driving in NYC. Speed limits are 30-45 mph on city streets and 55-65 mph on freeways. Drivers must yield to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks, and at 4-way stops, the first vehicle to stop has right of way.
Toll roads: There are more than 30 toll roads in the state of NY, including bridges and tunnels going in and out of NYC. Other toll roads include I-95 from the Bronx to Connecticut and I-190 between Buffalo and Niagara Falls. You can pay with E-ZPass or cash on most toll roads in NY.
Parking in NYC
There are tons of parking options in NYC, including at meters, in garages and in parking lots. You will pay between $20 and $50 per day for a parking garage in the city, and if parking at meters be mindful of rules posted on signs. Your best bet for finding parking is using an app like Spot Hero and booking in advance.
Best Road Trips from NYC
Philadelphia: Just 1.5 hours south of NYC is historic Philadelphia. Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall or get some culture at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Then stop at Reading Terminal Market for a bite to eat.
Storm King Art Center: This 500-acre outdoor sculpture park is less than a 2-hour drive from NYC. It sits just outside Cornwall, NY, and is a great place to be out in nature while gazing at the large sculptures.
Bear Mountain State Park: Drive just over 1 hour and go hiking or skiing at Bear Mountain. Have a picnic or hike the oldest section of the Appalachian Trail.
Niagara Falls: Head northwest from NYC through Pennsylvania and western New York before arriving at the “8th wonder of the world”, Niagara Falls. Once there you can hop on a boat and get soaked by the mist from the awe-inspiring falls.
Boston, MA: Drive a few hours north and visit one of the oldest cities in the US where many historic events took place. Walk around Boston Harbor and catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park if you visit during baseball season.
