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Winter & Snowy Days in NYC
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

1. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

9.3
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Midtown East · 1870 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Home to Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' - a beautiful museum with numerous breathtaking displays!

Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

2. Metropolitan Museum of Art

9.5
1000 5th Ave (btwn E 80th & E 84th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · 1961 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: The beautiful Temple of Dendur, amazing impressionist art and a fantastic Asian display - this museum is the perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon viewing timeless art!

The Cloisters is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

3. The Cloisters

9.2
99 Margaret Corbin Dr (at Fort Tryon Pl), New York, NY
Museum · Hudson Heights · 250 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Step back in time to the Medieval times. You'll enjoy some beautiful architecture. One of the most tranquil museums in the city!

Wollman Rink is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

4. Wollman Rink

8.9
830 5th Ave (at East Dr), New York, NY
Skating Rink · Central Park · 83 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Who doesn't love a fun time skating on ice? Enjoy some breathtaking views of Manhattan's skyscrapers while skating along one of the largest rinks in Manhattan!

Pilgrim Hill is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

5. Pilgrim Hill

8.2
67th Street & 5th Avenue, New York, NY
Other Great Outdoors · Central Park · 8 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: One of the best places to go snow sledding or grab your lunch and take a seat and watch others test their skills!

Celsius at Bryant Park is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

6. Celsius at Bryant Park

1065 Avenue of the Americas (at 42nd St & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Restaurant · Midtown East · 52 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Chic and luxury - this place allows you to enjoy some glamour on white couches under heat lamps while indulging in good food and rinks and overlooking the ice skating rink!

The Rink at Rockefeller Center is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

7. The Rink at Rockefeller Center

8.2
600 5th Ave (W 50th St), New York, NY
Skating Rink · Rockefeller Center · 41 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: No place like Rockefeller Center. A bit crowded with tourists, but it a must do if you're in New York- even if it's just once!

Serendipity 3 is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

8. Serendipity 3

7.7
225 E 60th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Upper East Side · 534 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Delectable treats for the sweet tooth fanatic! Lengthy lines for seating but do try the Frozen Hot Chocolate!

La Maison du Chocolat is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

9. La Maison du Chocolat

7.9
1018 Madison Ave (btwn E 78th & E 79th St), New York, NY
Chocolate Store · Upper East Side · 27 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: A real chocolate factory! Make a pit stop here and taste some of the most delectable chocolate treats you will ever have!

Central Park is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

10. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1839 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: A site to see no matter what the weather is, the park is even more beautiful when blanketed with snow! Take a stroll, visit the hidden Belvedere Castle, catch up with old friends. A New York staple!

National September 11 Memorial Museum is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

11. National September 11 Memorial Museum

8.2
180 Greenwich St (btwn Liberty & Fulton St), New York, NY
History Museum · Financial District · 47 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: It's a sad reminder of what happened on this day but also proof of the strength of New York. Honor those who lost their lives and visit to pay your respects. A must do in Manhattan.

Eataly Flatiron is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

12. Eataly Flatiron

9.2
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · NoMad · 1479 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Everything here is FABULOUS and does not disappoint. One of the best places to go for FRESH meat and cheese.

Metropolitan Opera is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

13. Metropolitan Opera

9.4
70 Lincoln Center Plz (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Opera House · Lincoln Square · 218 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: If you haven't been here already, purchase tickets IMMEDIATELY to see a show! Some of the most stunning performances are held here. Carmen was a definite favorite of mine!

14. American Museum of Natural History

9.2
200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York, NY
Science Museum · Upper West Side · 1398 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Feel like a kid again and look up at the stars, or the giant whale, or the giant T-Rex. Fall in love with all of the exhibits and go through time. Best way to enter is through the side entrance!

The Frick Collection is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

15. The Frick Collection

8.9
1 E 70th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Upper East Side · 212 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: BE SURE NOT TO TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS! Enjoy strolling through the halls and viewing some decadent art pieces!

Union Square Park is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

16. Union Square Park

9.1
Union Sq E/W & Broadway (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Park · Union Square · 565 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: A New York staple filled with all different types of New Yorkers! Stop here to enjoy items from the farmer's market. Always busy but always fun! A good place to people watch or enjoy a cup of coffee

Highlands is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

17. Highlands

150 W 10th St (at Waverly Pl), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · West Village · 161 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: The best way to keep warm in the winter is of course, having a glass of whiskey! There are over 100 variations to choose from. A definite love for this place.

Alice's Teacup Chapter II is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

18. Alice's Teacup Chapter II

7.9
156 E 64th St (at Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Tea Room · Upper East Side · 176 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: The place to go for the tea connoisseur. Order a BLT or go for one of the decadent scones along with your tea of choice (hundreds to choose from) while enjoying the ambiance of childhood memories

Macy's is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

19. Macy's

7.8
151 W 34th St (btwn 7th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Department Store · Garment District · 1065 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Who doesn't love a day of shopping? Roam through aisles and check out items or enjoy riding the vintage escalators. Tons of food options on floors as well! Be sure not to get lost!

AMC Lincoln Square 13 is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

20. AMC Lincoln Square 13

8.7
1998 Broadway (at W 68th St), New York, NY
Movie Theater · 446 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Cleanest theatre in the city! Go here to enjoy an IMAX film or independent feature!

Totto Ramen is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

21. Totto Ramen

366 W 52nd St (btwn 8th & 9th Ave), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 584 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Small with long lines but well worth the wait. You will enjoy some delicious noodles, some that are charred in front of you. Go for the Totto Spicy Ramen, if you dare!

Pho 32 & Shabu is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

22. Pho 32 & Shabu

2 W 32nd St (btwn 5th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Vietnamese Restaurant · Koreatown · 85 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Definitely would offer up good tips to anyone looking for a good Vietnamese spot - this is the place to go for Pho!

23. Max Brenner

8.6
841 Broadway (btwn E 13th & E 14th St), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Greenwich Village · 675 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: Banana Hazelnut Crepe and the Strawberry Hazelnut Crepe are the best in the city!

Houston Hall is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

24. Houston Hall

7.6
222 W Houston St (btwn Varick & Bedford St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · West Village · 228 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: A great deal for beers while watching games on the GIANT screens. Relatively inexpensive and fun place to go with friends for a night of downing beer!

The Bourgeois Pig is one of Winter & Snowy Days in NYC.

25. The Bourgeois Pig

127 Macdougal St (btwn W 3rd & 4th St), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Greenwich Village · 143 tips and reviews

Daniel K.Daniel Karran: A hidden NYC gem - BEST place to go for Wine...& Fondue! What a combo! Be sure to catch up with friends while indulging in the creations. Monday and Tuesdays are best for 1/2 price bottles of wine!