Be a part of one of the world's biggest celebrations at the Times Square New Year's Eve event. Nothing compares to the energy of the crowd when the ball drops at this historic event. An estimated one million people head to Times Square annually for this famous ceremony, and even more people throughout the nation and across the globe watch the event on television.
Take a stroll down one of the city's most famous streets on a tour with Wall Street Walks. The company provides guided tours through Lower Manhattan with extra attention paid to the financial aspect of the city. The tour also includes a focus on NYC history and the financial impact the city has had on our nation.
Join the discussion of the cultural, creative and social significance of television, radio and the media-interested public by visiting The Paley Center for Media. In lieu of a collection of artifacts and memorabilia, the center houses mostly screening rooms and boasts two full-sized theaters. The Paley Center's library is home to more than 120,000 television shows, commercials and radio programs. The center's founders believe that many television and radio programs are significant works and should be preserved for future generations.
Enjoy a beer at the Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden. Opened in 1910, the Bohemian Hall is now the last original beer garden in all of NYC. The garden offers beers from the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Belgium, Germany, Great Britain and the United State of America. While you're fueling up on delicious brews, try something from the menu; the hall serves Czech and Slovakian cuisine and some American favorites.