10/13/2026
🗽🍎Going to NYC? Don’t let a sold-out sign ruin your itinerary!
New York City rewards the planners, especially when it comes to iconic attractions, incredible views, and some seriously competitive dinner reservations.
We’ve covered WHEN to book in the slides, but here are a few extra tips to make your NYC trip even better.👇
🎭 Broadway: Looking for cheaper tickets? Check the official TKTS booths for discounted same-day performances, or enter digital lotteries through participating shows.
🗽 Statue of Liberty: Crown tickets are different from general admission! Make sure you’re selecting Crown Reserve tickets. You’ll also need to climb 162 steps from the pedestal to the crown, with no elevator for that final stretch.
🌇 SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Wear pants or shorts if possible! The mirrored floors can reflect what’s underneath skirts and dresses. Sunglasses are also a good idea during daytime visits.
🥩 4 Charles Prime Rib: Can’t score a reservation? Try joining the waitlist through Resy. Flexibility with your party size and dining time can help, too.
🌆 Edge NYC: The outdoor sky deck is exposed to the elements, so dress for the weather! Wind and cooler temperatures can make it feel very different from street level.
🏛️ 9/11 Memorial & Museum: Give yourself at least 90 minutes to 2 hours to explore the museum. The outdoor memorial and museum are separate experiences, so plan accordingly.
🏙️ Centre 360: This observation experience is located inside the historic David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building. Check official NYC announcements for upcoming reservation opportunities, since public access is limited.
💡 One last NYC tip: Group attractions by neighborhood! SUMMIT is near Grand Central, Edge is in Hudson Yards, and the 9/11 Memorial is in Lower Manhattan. You’ll save yourself a LOT of unnecessary subway trips.
📌 Save this for your next New York City getaway and download the Steller app to plan your NYC adventure!