Things to do in New York at Night

You're not planning on coming to the "city that never sleeps" and going to bed early, are you? If so, you're in for a change of plans once you see how much fun is in store for the New York City night owls.

New York City has made a name for itself as a place where the fun keeps going all throughout the night and into the next morning (where it then starts all over again!). This isn't a city where you'll need to worry about the last taxi home or being thrown out of the bar before midnight.

Whether you're planning on living it up at the clubs or taking the family out for a fascinating night-time cultural event, plan to take advantage of every moment in this 24-hour city.

Here's a rundown of some of the most popular things to do after dark in the Big Apple:

Family-Friendly Activities

  • Pop into a casual restaurant or enjoy some people-watching in Greenwich village, a kid-friendly neighborhood that is open well into the evening.
  • See if you can snap up tickets to an evening show at the New Victory Theater, a performing arts center dedicated exclusive to family shows (think: puppets and circus acts).
  • Raise your hands in the air like you just don't care on the Cyclone Roller Coaster at Coney Island.

Bars and Clubs

  • The Rubin Museum of Art holds regular jazz nights where you can enjoy drinks, tapas and music that speaks to your soul.
  • Soak in the energetic atmosphere of Times Square and pop into a nightclub in the area for a night to remember.
  • Spot celebrities at 48 Lounge while sipping a cocktail.

Best Views

  • Travel on the Staten Island Ferry to take in beautiful sunset views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. And one important bonus? It's free!
  • Head to the Empire State Building, open after midnight, where you'll get a panoramic view of the city from the observation deck. You can't go wrong with beautiful city views from an iconic New York City landmark.
  • Visit The High Line, a city park built on an abandoned railroad. From here, you'll have stunning views of New York City.

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