A common and popular place to travel to for winter break is New York City. So, if planning on going soon, here are some activities and places to visit to immerse in the winter spirit.
Rockefeller Center tree and ice skating
The famous tree located in Rockefeller center has been put up every year since December 1931. This tradition was started by workers who were grateful to have jobs during the Great Depression. It typically goes up during mid-November and stays displayed until early January. To see the iconic lighting of the tree visit during early December to check it out.
Going to the Rockefeller Center tree means navigating through crowds of people due to the large number visiting. However, it is worth visiting because it is iconic and beautiful. (Photo/Sana Abeuova)
Bryant Park Winter Village
With an outdoor market selling everything from unique holiday gifts to a variety of food and drinks, it is the perfect place for some holiday shopping this winter season.
(Photo/Emma Colarte Delgado)
Nutcracker ballet
Located at the David H. Koch Theater, the Nutcracker ballet is a wonderful place to watch talented ballerinas dance while getting the audience into the holiday spirit.
The snowflakes take the stage in the snowy forest as they dance, putting everyone in the holiday spirit. (Photo/Adiya Mukhitdinov)
Radio City
The Radio City spectacular has been a holiday favorite since 1933 in Radio City Music Hall. Visitors should get their tickets early because the show with the iconic high kicks sells out fast.
(Photo/Emma Colarte Delgado)
Window displays
Any New York Christmas visitor must go window display watching. Every winter, stores like Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy’s, Bloomingdales and others set up their window displays to put everyone passing in the holiday spirit.
This year, Macy’s added some holiday spirit with bright lights and red and green cheer. (Photo/Adiya Mukhitdinov)
Watch ball drop in Times Square
Ten, nine, eight, seven… until zero, the most iconic moment to experience, with an average of one million people watching in Times Square and one billion people watching worldwide online. Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Time Square is a bucket list item for many since its start in 1907.
(Photo/Emma Colarte Delgado)
