I visited New York City last week with some friends and had a blast! Talk about the city that never sleeps! During my stay, I managed to squeeze in more than a half-dozen destinations, but I can't wait to go back and take in more of the sights, smells, and sounds of the Big Apple. Here are my thirteen favorite things to do in New York City:

1. Take in a Broadway show – my personal favorite is Wicked, but I am dying to see Rock of Ages. I saw Hair last week, so now I can cross that off my bucket list!

2. People watch in Times Square on a Saturday night.

3. Stay at a hotel high above the streets of Manhattan and enjoy the view.

4. Check out Yankee Stadium.

5. Tour the Metropolitan Museum of Art – I spent the day there Saturday and I could still be touring the place…so much to see!

6. Visit the New York Public Library – great for historical writers like me and history buffs.

7. Shop at Macy's – sure, they're all over the country, but there's something special about being on 34th street. After all, it wasn't The Miracle at The Suburban Mall that became a movie classic.

8. Visit Ground Zero – no explanation needed…

9. Check out the Empire State Building – King Kong liked to hang out there…isn't that reason enough?

10. Stop by The Dakota – even if you aren't a Beatles fan, there's something so haunting about the place where John Lennon spent his last years.

11. Stroll through Central Park – an oasis in a sprawling urban city.

12. Attend a taping of a tv show – next time, I will do what it takes to get Daily Show tickets.

13. Check out the wonderful restaurants, delis, and shops – chain restaurants simply can't compare.

Of course, I could go on and on. I can't wait to go back. My first stop will be the Metropolitan Museum. I did quite a bit of research there for a historical that's in the plotting stage. I'll be posting more about my New York trip at my blog, http://www.victoriagrayromance.blogspot.com .

What are some of your favorite things to do in New York? Share your favorite places to visit and things to do…I love new ideas!

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