{"id":18048,"date":"2024-11-09T08:38:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-09T04:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.headout.com\/?p=18048"},"modified":"2024-11-18T17:31:37","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T13:31:37","slug":"new-york-in-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/new-york-in-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s how you can make the most of your trip to NYC in December"},"content":{"rendered":"

New York! Charming and delightful, the city of New York<\/a> exudes a vibrancy that not many cities in the world can compete with. The city is a vivid celebration of life throughout the year, but when December comes along it reaches a hysteria that will leave you euphoric! The holiday celebrations are in full force and you will find yourself surrounded by Christmas lighting, market fairs, musical performances and special holiday events. The good old attractions like the Statue of Liberty<\/a>, Central Park<\/a> and the Empire State Building<\/a> are evergreen and a must-visit! While everyone awaits the iconic New Year’s Eve Times Square balldrop, here is a guide on how to make the best of the holidays and plan an epic trip to New York in December.<\/p>\n

What Makes New York in December Special?<\/h2>\n

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Holiday Cheer<\/b> \u2013 New York is one of the best cities in the world to spend the annual holidays. Touted as the \u2018Melting pot of the world\u2019 it witnesses holiday celebrations from cultures across the world. The festive season starts right from Thanksgiving<\/a> and all through December till the New Year<\/a>. Shopping & entertainment<\/b> \u2013 New York has multiple sales, Christmas market fairs and pop-ups across the city that are ideal for festive shopping. Even window shopping is a treat with major departmental going over the top with their holiday decorations! You have special shows like Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes and Nutcrackers, plus several music concerts to entertain the entire family. Calm & Frenzy<\/b> \u2013 New York in December witnesses two phases, the first couple of weeks are lower in tourist numbers and you can enjoy shopping and sightseeing with fewer queues. However, if you love being in the thick of things then you enjoy the last two weeks of December when there is a literal holiday frenzy! Accommodation and flight rates reflect this as well and you can choose what kind of experience you want.<\/p>\n

New York City in December: Weather<\/h2>\n

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Winter is in full force in New York in December and temperatures are dropping throughout the month. The average daytime temperature ranges around 7\u00b0C and it lowers to around 0\u00b0C at night. The weather is windy and you can expect a few rainy days, while there aren\u2019t major snowstorms hitting the city there will be snow towards the end of the month.<\/p>\n

New York City in December: Things to do<\/h2>\n

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Central Park<\/h2>\n

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Central Park is the best spot in New York to witness the changing seasons. In December, the landscape turns white and opens up for snow activities like sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The most popular activity remains ice skating at Wollman Rink and Lasker Rink.<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b> Daily: 6am to 1am<\/p>\n

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New York, NY, USAGetting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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9\/11 Memorial & Museum<\/h2>\n

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The 9\/11 Memorial is a sombre reminder of the terrorist attack that happened in New York. It is a moving tribute to the people who lost their lives, the museum holds a variety of memorabilia of the event and the people affected. In December, you can attend the film and live talks at 9\/11 Memorial, free of cost.<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Daily 9am to 7pm. Closed on Tuesdays<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

Z180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007, USA Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top of the Rock Observation Deck<\/h2>\n

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Go up 850 feet to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck and take in a bird\u2019s eye view of New York City. With both indoor and outdoor viewing you can keep the December cold at bay. And with the new Skylift, you can go 30 feet above the 70th floor observation deck and get a 360-degree view of the city. Visit around Christmas time to see the iconic Rockefellar Centre Christmas Tree. <\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Daily 9am to 12am<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112, USA Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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American Museum of Natural History<\/h2>\n

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A visit to the largest natural history museum in the world is the best way to enjoy a cold December day. With over 33 million specimens spread across 28 buildings, there is a lot to see at the museum. It is the best place to go to if you are traveling to NYC with kids.<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Daily 10am to 5.30pm Holiday on Christmas<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

Central Park West & 79th St, New York, NY 10024, USA Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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Statue of Liberty<\/h2>\n

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Bundle up and take the ferry to Ferris Island for a rendezvous with the Statue of Liberty. December is a great time to visit the monument as you don\u2019t have to deal with thronging crowds and even visit the Crown and Pedestal without having to book months in advance.<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Daily: 9am to 6.30pm Holiday on Christmas<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

New York, NY 10004, USAGetting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes<\/h2>\n

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Enjoy a Christmas NYC Tradition by going to a show of the Christmas Spectacular starring the beautiful Radio City Rockettes. A tradition since 1933, the show is a visual extravaganza and is a family-friendly entertainment show that uses technology and fantastic choreography for a show of a lifetime!<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Daily Shows at 11am, 2pm, 5pm, and 8pm<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

New York, NY 10004, USAGetting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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7<\/p>\n

Intrepid Museum<\/h2>\n

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The Intrepid Museum is an ode to the might of the American Military. The museum displays the USS Intrepid, which was an aircraft carrier in World War II, a Space Shuttle Pavilion, the Submarine Growler and a British Airways Concorde. It is perfect for kids and adults to learn about the rich history of the US Army.<\/p>\n

Decemeber Timings<\/b>Monday to Friday: 10am to 5pm Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 6pm<\/p>\n

\"Location\"<\/span><\/p>\n

Pier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, USAGetting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n

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Couple\u2019s Private 30 Minute Helicopter Tour<\/h2>\n

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Searching for the best Christmas gift for your partner? Gift them an experience they won\u2019t forget ever! Book a unique 30 minute Helicopter tour of NYC, enjoy a private experience and indulge in sightseeing of NYC\u2019s most famous attractions from the sky!<\/p>\n

December Timings<\/b>Every day: 3pm \u2013 9pm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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