New York it is always an irresistible attraction but during the summer it becomes truly special, when the temperatures become milder, and the warm sun is reflected on the glass of the skyscrapers, transforming the skyline into an enormous luminous kaleidoscope. A new energy animates the city, as if the indomitable nature that distinguishes it 365 days a year weren’t enough to crown it the city of dreams, where everything seems possible. With the arrival of spring there are many events that enliven the streets, squares and green areas, from parades to concerts, from festivals to artistic events that transform theen plein air in new ateliers of creativity.
Parks become urban living rooms, where i locals they love to spend their lunch break crowding the benches or beaching themselves on the lawns, and the moments of freedom are spent doing joggingtwo balls toss, that of American football, or hold the bat baseball. The warm season is ideal for visit New Yorkto immerse yourself in everyday life and have authentic experiences, such as shopping in the flea markets that open in the month of April (the Sunday one in Brooklyn Flea Dumbo), but also indulge in memorable adventures such as a helicopter tour on sunny days (more accessible than you can imagine), or a mini cruise along the river Hudson. Whether it’s for the Easter holidays, for the May Day long weekend, or for a spring holiday, this is the ideal time to fully experience the city, from unmissable destinations to the most beautiful events to discover with the offers We are celebrating.
New York art, between halls, gardens and panoramic terraces
New York is a reality with many souls, a cosmopolitan city par excellence made up of 5 districts, each of which reflects the ethnic variety of its inhabitants: Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens e Staten Island. The city of creativity in all its forms, and of the avant-garde, hotbed of fashion and trends, it is no coincidence that it is considered the cultural capital of the United States.
Some of the greatest theaters in the world are located here, suffice it to say “Theater District di Broadway e di Off-Broadway” to evoke the most coveted stages. TO Manhattan instead there are some of the most important museums on the planet, priceless treasures of the city, first of all the Metil Metropolitan Museum of Artcultural temple ofUpper East Side. There are many sanctuaries of art, from MoMa, al Guggenheimto the countless emerging galleries where new ideas and new styles are born, such as those of Chelsea he was born in Lower East Sideand still many temporary exhibitions and varnishing, worldly events very cheap which do not include a ticket and include brain storming among perfect strangers, colloquialism in the name of art provided you possess curiosity and a critical spirit.
The exhibition centers are perfect on a rainy day but the beauty of New York’s cultural spring is outside when the sun shines. The arts come to life in the gardens, such as the Botanical Garden which hosts numerous events, and on the roofs: do not miss the splendid external location from Metlocated on the top floor of the building where a panoramic terrace and a rooftop bar. Right here the Californian artist Lauren Halsey will open the spring 2023 season with the installation The Eastside of South Central Los Angeles Hieroglyph Prototype Architecture, a large-scale architectural structure that mixes the symbolism of ancient Egypt, the utopian architecture of the 60s and the contemporaneity of visual expressions such as the tagging that reflect the ways people aspire to make public places their own, all with a good view on Central Park.
New York, beautiful in spring
Even the city’s iconic destinations shine in a new light in spring, and a simple walk becomes a memorable experience: crossing the Brooklyn Bridge while admiring the sun-kissed skyline is a spectacle, so two steps among the greenery at his feet in the Brooklyn Bridge Park. A stop at Central Park, the urban garden of the city, at this time of year really lovely. Soft lawns and trees in bloom, the ideal setting for renting bicycles and walking through the maze of paths and the large promenades that outline it, or for having a picnic, or enjoying a few hours of sunbath, lie down on the very central Great Lawn.
If you are traveling with children don’t miss it Central Park Zook, to be clear, that of the heroes of Madagascar and the ingenious penguin gang. The real protagonists live here, truly loved and pampered, a reality that does not make a show of spectacle but enhances the animals in the best possible way: the zoo is also a research and conservation center for species, which look after their puppies in this period of the year , to be admired and known thanks to the exhibition panels and the many guided tours in which it is possible to participate.
There is also talk of “animals” in one of the most characteristic places in the park, the beautiful Central Park Carouselthe oldest horse carousel in the city, in operation since 1871. In the warm season there is no shortage of playful moments and relaxing activities such as the Catch-and-release fishingor sport fishing with release to the lake of Harlem Lakeor the yoga sessions that intercept the re-blossoming of body and soul in spring.
The most beautiful parades between cushions and Easter hats
New York in spring stages a busy calendar of events, some truly unique like the Pillow Fightliterally “pillow fight”: on April 1, thousands of citizens and tourists meet in Washington Square Park to challenge each other with the sound of softness, in a flood of feathers. But the most anticipated event at this time of year is undoubtedly the Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival, the traditional parade held every year on Easter day from morning until afternoon (from 10.00 to 16.00), along the Fifth Avenue, from the 49th Street at the 57th Street. A New York tradition that dates back to 1870 where everyone gives free rein to their imagination. Inevitable hats, hats of all sorts: bowler hats, caps, bicorns, Bonnie hats, Borsalinos, sachets, cone hats, straw hats, cowboy hats, and any other shape, color and material you want. Join the bedlam, or if you prefer to watch the parade, choose (early time) a prime location next to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. New York at Easter is a nice surprise, but creativity blossoms throughout the spring season.
