15 non-tourist spots worth visiting in New York

You may have already visited the top of the Empire State Building, taken a selfie in Times Square and tasted street food, but now you don’t know what to do next. In New York, there are many more tourist places to visit. But why not leave the beaten track and go on an unusual journey? Edition stasher shared a selection of unique non-tourist locations of the Big Apple.

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“You won’t find these places in any guidebook, so keep them a secret,” the author recommends.

1. Visit NYC's Secret Bars

The era of Prohibition is long gone, but there are still dozens of secret establishments throughout New York City. “Don't worry, these bars are all legal and you won't need a fancy password to get in. All you need to know is where to find these well-hidden bars,” the author writes.

Here are some tips to help you get started.

First, head to 8 Stuyvesant Street in the East Village. Here you will find the Japanese restaurant Village Yokocho. Look for the side door at the entrance - it will lead you to one of the most famous bars in the city. Enjoy drinks while taking in beautiful views of the Stuyvesant Triangle. The bar is open from 18:00 to 1:30 am every day of the week.

If you're looking for a more historic spot, visit Chumley's at 86 Bedford Street. This cult institution was opened in the 1920s. In the early 2000s, the bar received significant damage, but was reconstructed and is currently open to visitors. Opening hours: from 17:30 to 00:00 from Monday to Saturday and from 11:30 to 15:30 on Sundays.

2. Feel aromas colors on The flower district

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Located on 28th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues, this tiny neighborhood has been providing New Yorkers with exquisite fresh flowers for decades. Delivery trucks usually arrive at Flower Quarter at 3 a.m. every day to deliver the freshest flowers imaginable.

The best time to visit the area is 8am, when most florists are open to the public. Even if you don't plan to buy anything, it's worth waking up early to see the colorful flowers in this wonderful area of ​​the city.

3. Visit the food market Smorgasburg

Visit Brooklyn's most popular food market, Smorgasburg. With over 100 food vendors, this open market is a haven for foodies interested in international cuisine. Much better to visit this place on a weekend than the more touristy and crowded Chelsea Market.

Smorgasburg is open from 11:00 to 18:00 every weekend from April to November. On Saturday, Smorgasburg is at East River Park, and on Sunday, Breeze Hill is at Prospect Park.

4. Admire street art in bushwick

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The best place to enjoy New York's street art is at Bushwick Brooklyn, just off Flushing Avenue. There are about 100 neighborhoods of street art.

The best time for a more private viewing of these works of art is between morning and afternoon from Monday to Thursday.

If you want to know more about artists and their work, go on a guided walking tour of the area.

5. Explore Victorian Architecture at Ditmas Park

When people think of Brooklyn, the images of Victorian houses do not usually come to mind. Interestingly, in Ditmas Park in the center of Brooklyn, there are about 2000 exquisite Victorian houses. This makes the park one of the most unique places in the city where you can go on a quick architectural tour.

In addition to Ditmas Park, be sure to stroll past the many beautiful homes in Prospect Park South and Albemarle-Kenmore Terraces, all three of which are now listed as official historic neighborhoods.

6. Take a walk on the High Line

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One of the most exciting walks in Manhattan is along the city's High Line. Since it opened to pedestrians in 2009, this former railroad line connecting Hudson Yards and North Chelsea has become a popular getaway for New York City nature lovers. The High Line is almost 3 km long. This road is especially beautiful during the warmer months; and throughout the year it is decorated with many fabulous art installations.

If you travel by metro, High Line is just a few minutes walk from the station on 14th Street.

7. Relax on the elevation of The Elevated Acre

After taking a selfie with a bull on Wall Street, walk along 55th Water Street on the East River. Here you will find an elevator that takes you to the well-guarded garden known as The Elevated Acre. In addition to stunning views of the East River and Brooklyn Bridge, this relatively unknown green area also has an amphitheater. Although Wall Street is within walking distance, many people who work in the Financial District are unaware of this fabulous park.

Read more at ForumDaily New York.

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