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New York City Christmas & Holiday Guide
Everyone knows that the Christmas and Holiday season is a great time to visit New York City -- which explains all the crowds. Whether you're looking for window shopping, holiday events and performances or a place to enjoy your Christmas dinner, you'll find the resources for planning your visit to New York City.
- Christmas Pictures of NYC (27)
- New York Christmas Sights (11)
- Christmas Dinner (14)
- Christmas Shopping (10)
New York City Christmas Shows and Events
New York City hosts many different Christmas shows and events throughout the Christmas season. From the Radio City Christmas Spectacular to Messiah sings at New York City Churches, these Christmas shows and events are sure to entertain you and fill you with holiday spirit.
Holiday Windows at New York City Department Stores
One of the best things about New York City's department stores are their annual holiday displays. Each store puts together beautifully designed windows to celebrate the season (as well as entice you into their store). They're certainly worth including on any holiday trip to New York City.
Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center
Every year, an enormous tree adorns Rockefeller Center -- it's a must see attraction if you're visiting New York City during the holiday season. Typically lit the week after Thanksgiving, you won't want to miss it!
See the Christmas Window Displays on this Walking Tour
Use this helpful map for planning a self-guided walking tour of the holiday window displays at New York City's department stores. This two-mile walking tour will take you past the holiday window displays at six of New York City's major department stores.
Ice Skating in New York City
Ice skating at Rockefeller Center is a popular option if you want to ice skate in New York City, but did you know you have other options? In addition to skating at Rockefeller Center, you could try Central Park, Prospect Park, or one of these other choices.