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Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park
Visit Bank of America’s Winter Village in Bryant Park to shop from more than 100 vendors in a Christmas market-like atmosphere. The only difference is these aren’t your typical market stalls — each vendor has a tiny miniature shop to display their goods and wares. Just like a Christmas market, you can find anything you could imagine — gifts ranging from food, décor, pet products, toys, jewelry, accessories and more.
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Skating in Central Park
Wollman Rink in Central Park is the perfect place to ice skate in the city. The rink is located nearby the Central Park Zoo and offers picturesque views of the city. It’s open every day and entry is $11.25 on weekdays, $18 on weekends.
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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
The Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center is an iconic symbol of the holidays in New York City. If you can’t make the tree lighting ceremony Dec. 2, you can stop by any night until midnight to check out the lights in person.
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Sixth Avenue Holiday Decor
The Christmas ornaments on Sixth Avenue make the perfect photos and look gorgeous in the snow. They’re near Radio City Music Hall and pretty easy to find. Just look for the giant red holiday ornaments, Christmas tree lights, nutcrackers and more.
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Fifth Avenue Window Shopping
Everyone talks about the magnificent holiday window displays in New York, but where to look? Be sure to check out Bloomingdale’s, Lord & Taylor, Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Tiffany & Co. for the best displays in the city.
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