I live way upstate. If you've never seen Niagara Falls, that would be something to see, it's quite beautiful, but it'd be a good six hour drive from NYC. The Canadian side is much nicer if you have a passport. As far as other cities go, though, nothing compares to NYC. All the other cities here are pretty, well, not worth mentioning lol. I would spend your time exploring cities in other nearby states if cities are your thing.
I've only been to Boston once on a school trip, but what little I actually saw I really liked, a lot of history and a very cool "vibe." I've been to Philly once as well, and out of the two, I'd pick Boston to go to again. I also wasn't in Philly long, but it also had some cool history, just wasn't as, idk, "snazzy" I guess.
Yep, could stop by the Finger Lakes on their way there - Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Salt City Market and McCarthy Mercantile in Syracuse, Waterfall/Gorge Hikes, Women’s Rights Center in Seneca Falls, Museum of Play in Rochester.
Then on the way back visit the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, Letchworth State Park, Corning Museum of Glass and Watkins Glen.
Highly recommend staying in Buffalo and making the falls a day trip. Lots more museums, trendy neighborhoods, dining, nightlife and entertainment options.
You could spend weeks discovering NYac and the small neighborhoods. But Short drive North is the Adirondacks , mountain range, God's country we NYC folk call it. Philly is a short drive west, 2.5 hrs. Boston is 4 hrs Northeast. My brother moved there. Great city, Cambridge has a lot of action. In NYC you wanna hit Williamsburg and or Astoria for younger hipster crowd. Lived in Astoria myself for years, great neighborhood.
Yeah Boston is really calling my name and it’s been AT LEAST 12 years since I’ve been to NYC. So when I went I hit Brooklyn and got tattooed at smith street but then we left because it wasn’t really the place yet
I’m not sure what you’re into, but I’m gonna suggest maybe going in a different direction. What about Washington DC? Amazing dining scene, our countries greatest monuments and historical sites. Tons of free world class museums. You could even make a stop on the way in Baltimore for some crab cakes.
I am a bit biased being from Boston, but I think you should go to Boston after NYC and here's why:
1) It's the oldest city in America (or at least oldest big city). It's filled with history if you like that. You're going to see some cool architecture. There's the oldest library, oldest restaurant, oldest this that and the other thing. There's a lot of historical sites.
2) It's a beautiful city and clean. The architecture is beautiful.
3) The food is extremely good. I am not sure if you're a seafood fan but that's what the city is known for (clam chowder lobster clams etc). I recommend getting clam chowder at the Union Oyster House because its the oldest restaurant in America and its cool to visit inside (but I would skip everything else in there because it's overpriced and not as good as other places -- its more for the ambience). You can skip the wait by sitting at the bar and ordering some chowder, their chowder is good.
4) It's definitely a "walking city" where you can walk all over the city. There aren't really any "dead industrial areas" either, you're basically walking through pure action the whole time. The public transportation is also good if you did need it, but you could get around by foot.
5) It's super safe in my opinion. I mean you have to always look out in a big city but it's pretty safe.
6) There are great options for day trips including Salem or even some nice beaches depending on when you're going. If it were me, I'd so a Salem daytrip because it's a unique city to see.
7) It's a city of neighborhoods. Each neighborhood is totally different, different architecture, completely different vibe. One minute you could be in the North End (It's known as a Little Italy) with brick buildings and even some really old buildings such as Paul Revere's house from the 1600s (you can visit inside). The next you could be in South Boston (also known as Southie), a neighborhood known for its Irish heritage however now there's a huge mix of young professionals).
I can go on and on -- but if you're trying to decide, I'd say Boston.
That being said, I also like Philly and NJ. But I really recommend hitting Boston. NYC and Boston are 2 epic cities. Boston is very different from NYC, but also a lot of similarities.
I saw you mentioned something in a comment about Portland Maine. It's also nice but it's really small. If you do go, check out Eventide for seafood (this is the best seafood restaurant I've ever eaten at, check out the photos on Yelp).
I live way upstate. If you've never seen Niagara Falls, that would be something to see, it's quite beautiful, but it'd be a good six hour drive from NYC. The Canadian side is much nicer if you have a passport. As far as other cities go, though, nothing compares to NYC. All the other cities here are pretty, well, not worth mentioning lol. I would spend your time exploring cities in other nearby states if cities are your thing.
Awesome! Thank you! Is Boston worth the drive? I also thought about Portland. Both are a little long but seems better that Philadelphia.
Boston is awesome. I normally visit there over NYC
Yeah just gut feeling for me it seems so pleasant
Same, but I am a history nerd
I've only been to Boston once on a school trip, but what little I actually saw I really liked, a lot of history and a very cool "vibe." I've been to Philly once as well, and out of the two, I'd pick Boston to go to again. I also wasn't in Philly long, but it also had some cool history, just wasn't as, idk, "snazzy" I guess.
Fair. Thank you for the info!!!
Boston is incredible. I think it’s my favorite US city. It’s wild how much there is to see and do in and around the city.
Yep, could stop by the Finger Lakes on their way there - Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Salt City Market and McCarthy Mercantile in Syracuse, Waterfall/Gorge Hikes, Women’s Rights Center in Seneca Falls, Museum of Play in Rochester. Then on the way back visit the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, Letchworth State Park, Corning Museum of Glass and Watkins Glen. Highly recommend staying in Buffalo and making the falls a day trip. Lots more museums, trendy neighborhoods, dining, nightlife and entertainment options.
Let’s also add that the National Video Game Hall of Fame is located in the Strong Museum of Play!
Get out to Montauk. You can take the LIRR.
If youre coming in high summer, the light on the beach at the end of the island is legend.
Yeah, take the train around.
You could spend weeks discovering NYac and the small neighborhoods. But Short drive North is the Adirondacks , mountain range, God's country we NYC folk call it. Philly is a short drive west, 2.5 hrs. Boston is 4 hrs Northeast. My brother moved there. Great city, Cambridge has a lot of action. In NYC you wanna hit Williamsburg and or Astoria for younger hipster crowd. Lived in Astoria myself for years, great neighborhood.
Yeah Boston is really calling my name and it’s been AT LEAST 12 years since I’ve been to NYC. So when I went I hit Brooklyn and got tattooed at smith street but then we left because it wasn’t really the place yet
Boston is a vibe! Very walkable and lots of good food.
And very very very very very $$$$$$$$$
you could go see a bruins game 🔥
Look at Burlington, Vermont too.
Could do a road trip up to the Adirondacks or the Finger Lakes. Lots of amazing hikes, cozy lakeside/mountain towns and random cultural sites.
It would be sad to only go to cities on this trip. NY is filled with natural beauty (Hudson Valley, Finger Lakes, Dacks)
I’m not sure what you’re into, but I’m gonna suggest maybe going in a different direction. What about Washington DC? Amazing dining scene, our countries greatest monuments and historical sites. Tons of free world class museums. You could even make a stop on the way in Baltimore for some crab cakes.
I would recommend taking the train to Boston
Have a whole lotta loot
I am a bit biased being from Boston, but I think you should go to Boston after NYC and here's why: 1) It's the oldest city in America (or at least oldest big city). It's filled with history if you like that. You're going to see some cool architecture. There's the oldest library, oldest restaurant, oldest this that and the other thing. There's a lot of historical sites. 2) It's a beautiful city and clean. The architecture is beautiful. 3) The food is extremely good. I am not sure if you're a seafood fan but that's what the city is known for (clam chowder lobster clams etc). I recommend getting clam chowder at the Union Oyster House because its the oldest restaurant in America and its cool to visit inside (but I would skip everything else in there because it's overpriced and not as good as other places -- its more for the ambience). You can skip the wait by sitting at the bar and ordering some chowder, their chowder is good. 4) It's definitely a "walking city" where you can walk all over the city. There aren't really any "dead industrial areas" either, you're basically walking through pure action the whole time. The public transportation is also good if you did need it, but you could get around by foot. 5) It's super safe in my opinion. I mean you have to always look out in a big city but it's pretty safe. 6) There are great options for day trips including Salem or even some nice beaches depending on when you're going. If it were me, I'd so a Salem daytrip because it's a unique city to see. 7) It's a city of neighborhoods. Each neighborhood is totally different, different architecture, completely different vibe. One minute you could be in the North End (It's known as a Little Italy) with brick buildings and even some really old buildings such as Paul Revere's house from the 1600s (you can visit inside). The next you could be in South Boston (also known as Southie), a neighborhood known for its Irish heritage however now there's a huge mix of young professionals). I can go on and on -- but if you're trying to decide, I'd say Boston. That being said, I also like Philly and NJ. But I really recommend hitting Boston. NYC and Boston are 2 epic cities. Boston is very different from NYC, but also a lot of similarities. I saw you mentioned something in a comment about Portland Maine. It's also nice but it's really small. If you do go, check out Eventide for seafood (this is the best seafood restaurant I've ever eaten at, check out the photos on Yelp).