12 Dumb MISTAKES Tourists Make in New York City

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[@chsheraz4946]

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[@dkgy75]

Last time I visited NYC, I managed to get the wrong Subway train, I was travelling with my son who was 9 at the time, and didn't realise until I was in Brooklyn when I wanted to be in the Financial District. As a Londoner, I was really surprised how helpful the other passengers on the Subway were in helping me find my way back. One person was getting off at the next stop, and accompanied us through the station until we were certain to get the right way back. New Yorkers seem gruff, but it's no-nonsense rather than unfriendly.

[@crazeyjoe]

Another major mistake that should be added is visiting the same chain eateries in NYC that one can find in one's own home town.

[@lordhelmit1499]

That's an insulting one IMO. I see so many tourists eating at the Times Square Olive Garden or Applebees and I want to shake all of them

[@vyprrgirl3012]

I don’t even go to those chains in my hometown

[@agustindejesus7398]

@Ethan Miller Et, Rats live in McDonalds. They come out at night to lick whatever they can when the store is close.

[@agustindejesus7398]

@Ethan MillerEth, they live in any rest in NYC....i guess you will stop eating out....but it is a good idea. On the other hand....if you dont see it, it will not hurt you...but it could.

[@java-gn1xs]

@@agustindejesus7398 the first time I ever went on the subway in New York as a kid there was a rat on the subway and I was terrified but the locals didn’t really seem to have to much of a reactions

[@ActionKid]

All great tips! Restroom usage is so important in NYC!

[@agustindejesus7398]

Act, do i have to sit in the place for one and half hour before i walk away....that is usually when i feel like to go after i eat.

[@Hypestrike1]

Here's another tip: When strolling on the sidewalk, if you want to pause to take a photo, step close to the curb (but obviously not into traffic) or back against the side of a building to take your photo. NEVER stop right in the middle of the sidewalk because you will impede the flow of pedestrian traffic and are likely to get shouldered or bumped into by a fast-moving pedestrian.

[@agustindejesus7398]

Hype, thats a good one. I always get upset when three or four people stop on the middle of the sidewalk to talk and i have to say....excuse me in order to go by.

[@grazz7865]

Knocked to the ground and stepped on if it’s me😂😂

[@Hypestrike1]

@@grazz7865 I'm in New York right now and am sticking rigidly to my own rule.

[@nigel4776]

He mentions this in a previous guide

[@lohphat]

As Johnny T says: "Walk fast or get outta da way!"

[@ICECHICK5]

We were headed to the Bronx zoo on the train and missed the stop! When we looked confused and asked someone for help six people gave us the proper advice all at once and we got there with no problem!

[@psucsi4145]

Actually avoided a lot of these by watching a ton of your videos and piecing the tips together. Great compilation video. If I can add a tip, consider a bicycle tour of Central Park. Rent an e-bike if you worry about hills or pedaling for a couple hours. We saw most of the major attractions and can now target specific areas to focus on in future visits.

[@SeaBassTian]

I definitely concur with the "knowing what you plan to order before getting online" tip. Once when I was a teen, we came into the city and stopped off at a diner for lunch. When I started hemming and hawing about what to order, the server straight up told me "I ain't got time for you, boy!"" Kind of sums it up.

[@hicksi53]

MUST say that my favourite/surprising thing about Manhattan was how NICE the locals were to me (Australian). SO MUCH is said about New Yorkers and their behaviour that I expected to get lost/take a wrong turn/ need help and have to step aside, get out maps, look to the heavens to determine north, and re-orient MYSELF. But often someone would just stop to help. It was amazing and I will be forever thankful.

[@douglasjgallup]

I lived in NYC for years and tip#4 is gold. New yorkers really aren't rude, but if you stop and look for directions in a busy part of a station or in the middle of the sidewalk you'll get some crap. As a tourist please be aware that 9 million people actually live here and they're trying to get to work/pick up kids/buy groceries/get home. My two big tips: 1) spend time in the outer boroughs. They're less busy but there's lots of great things to see like Coney Island, Arthur Avenue, Brooklyn museum, etc. 2) schedule a Big Apple Greeter. Did you know you can get a *free* tour guide to take you around for 4 hours? They even match you with someone with similar interests as you.

[@janettejones5264]

I love the boroughs first places I visit on any day trip

[@janettejones5264]

New yorkers are Not rude some of the nicest people on earth they are just trying to get to where they need to go

[@amorepixie7]

Hi how can I schedule a big apple greeter ?

[@amandaleggett]

I know people assume that New Yorkers are jerks, but we were just there for the first time for a week in April, and every single local we interacted with was *wonderful*. Friendly, helpful, engaging. We didn’t have a single bad experience, and we’re from the south, so we have a pretty high standard for friendliness 😅

[@E4Sierra]

That largely depends on what particular area/neighborhood you're in (within any given borough). If however you remain mostly in places where tourists tend to concentrate, it makes sense that residents were friendly and willing to take time to help.

[@juanone66]

Thank you for pointing out that New Yorkers are almost always willing to help out visitors. We're usually in a hurry (I mean, just look at the place!) but if your question is specific you'll get a quality answer most of the time. If you're ever in a real jam, there's no one you'd rather have around than a New Yorker!

[@woltersworld]

Great tips! And number 1 is the best one! So true!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks 🙏🏻 can’t wait to meet for pizza in NYC

[@JF-vw9lv]

Here be Mark.

[@jorgeperalta6581]

On my first trip to NYC, I wanted to order some pizza but wasn’t sure about which type of pizza. I was holding up the line for about 30-45 seconds and the pizza clerk told me to “get back in line when I’m ready to order because we have other people in line.” I understood and learned from it.

[@HereBeBarr]

It's nothing personal.

[@jorgeperalta6581]

Didn’t take it personally but understood that this is a fast paced city and we to be ready. I love NYC, can’t wait to go back.

[@johnmshaw49]

Hahaha.

[@maril1379]

Things move fast here. Yes that's normal. Best to know what you want to order.

[@TheSanityMachine33]

"No pizza for you!!!" Seinfeld style.... ;) like the soup N*zi episode!

[@mariyahsmith1539]

The New Yorker helping you out is 100% true even if you don’t ask I was there just this past week and just me thinking out loud provided me with great help just about anyone there is willing to help with directions don’t be scared to speak up they are listening 👂

[@Neville60001]

Canadian guy from Toronto (considered to be like New York but of Canada) here: many of these tips are the same for visiting Toronto as well, particularly the one about using public transit.

[@susie9893]

Yes, I think for a lot of major cities. It's the same here in Sydney (and I think a lot of tourists think that cos Australia has the reputation of being laid back that Sydney will be slow paced. Nup)

[@BxBabyDoll]

Bathroom tip is good, but if you're caught out there and you're near a department store, go for it. We were near Rock Center and we all had to go, so we went into Saks. Not only did we use one of the nicest restrooms in a dept. store that I've ever seen, we got to see all the fabulous things we could not afford🤣

[@Travelwithchris]

Checking the weather is definitely a must in NYC , I made that mistake both times I've visited! 😂 Great video brother!

[@HereBeBarr]

Most definitely!

[@globey1]

8:50 my dad got a £50 fine because he used a bus lane in edinburgh he didnt know it was a bus lane untill he was fined

[@zeddybear257]

Thank you so much for giving advice on getting out of the way in public. This is much needed for people to develop a greater sense of courtesy in public - not just in busy city centres.

[@alisonthorn2573]

Terrific video. I drive in all the time and always use a parking garage. One time I needed to make a pit stop, 20 minutes or so. Parked on the street and refused to use the kiosk to pay. I left, came back 45 minutes later and some fabulous New Yorker had paid for me and left slip under my wiper blade. Can you believe it? New Yorkers are the best! (This was two weeks ago too!)

[@HereBeBarr]

Wow, that's amazing!

[@peterwelby]

@@HereBeBarr Multiple robberies and stabbings on the subway yesterday

[@chuckh4077]

@@peterwelby where are the ninja turtles??? ( not the lame CGI Turtles)They are still stuck back in time. Hope they return soon to deal with the rising crime rate.

[@peterwelby]

@@chuckh4077 I don't know but the guy who got mugged and stabbed at and 168th st could have used some help. Is this a joke to you?

[@chuckh4077]

@@peterwelby that's what the city needs. Ninja turtles beating up bad guys so innocent people don't get hurt. Simple

[@jencrecelius3565]

Some of these are just common sense and basic manners for anywhere but I guess there are people out there who still need reminding! Great vid as always though! :)

[@EscapingtheEmptyNest]

All right.. We made ONE of those mistakes on our trip. I wanted a gyro in times Square, and I ordered one from a cart, and it was served on a HOT DOG BUN! SMH. Great video Jon!

[@HereBeBarr]

Hahahah. That's too funny.

[@agustindejesus7398]

Esca, if you only knew about how filthy those carts are, where they rest at night...you will forget about eating anything from those carts. They rest around 11 and 12th avenues in a nasty warehouse full of rodents....big ones.

[@Neville60001]

This is why the city government oF Toronto tried to create an official Toronto food cart a few years ago.

[@Itsbrentk]

The restrooms at the Shops at Columbus Circle are the best in midtown!

[@The_Alexandra_B]

ParkWhiz is my go to when looking for parking in the city. We once parked our car for 3 days over Presidents’ Day weekend for less than $80.

[@peterjaro6804]

The last one is SOOO true! People say Paris and Rome are nightmares to use a car in, but NOTHING is worse than NYC, especially Manhattan. Everyone drives with a kind of perseived entitlement, as in ' I live here; I can do what I like driving ' or ' I'm a Taxi so MOVE OVER ' not to mention the money making 'machine' of parking- and traffic fines/tickets. Everywere else in the States (including LA, DC and Chicago) a car is good to have, if not essential... but in NY I use the Subway, the Hudson River Transports and taxies. Not always convenient but WAY better than driving and parking yourself.

[@Carl_Johnson_from_grove_street]

Rule 3!!!!! should apply everywhere. hate when people wait for the LAST second to check the menu when theres a huge line

[@HereBeBarr]

amen

[@JF-vw9lv]

Especially when you can view menus online or from your phone.

[@ellebelle6439]

I never do i just look and order anything I can see because I usually walk in randomly and it's too busy to stand outside and pull up the menu 😅

[@jocelynsmyth6604]

And of you're not sure, let someone go in front of you!

[@Luna.3.3.3]

New Yorkers are some of my favourite people. They're direct, not rude. I have relatives in Queens (I'm Canadian).

[@mentonerodominicano]

I was in NYC last September and avoided the Observation decks because I did not want to get into long lines. I almost did get the train in the wrong direction once and this seems to be more common on the tiny stations with old confusing signage.

[@grazz7865]

The observation deck at Hudson yards -I think it’s called the point? There is such a long line, they give you about 9 seconds to take your picture and move out for the next person.

[@renaudgisselbrecht7603]

I’ m french and i’ m preparing my first trip to NY with your advices ! Thank you john !

[@TheChillyCucumber]

Yes!! I know exactly what day you’re talking about!! I was so excited about the 62 degree weather and my partner and I decided to take a walk to the little island from his place on the UWS. We went outside, walked a few blocks, and ran back to his apartment. I was literally slurring my words because my mouth was too cold to move!! The wind chill was the worst. Hoping tomorrow’s forecast of 64 degrees in the evening is more accurate!

[@manolokonosko2868]

I love Central Park, especially on the weekends. When I loved alone for over a year one time, it was one of my favorite places to visit and walk through. Never a boring day there. It's also a great place to walk, run, bike or skate for exercise. If you only walk, guaranteed you will burn at least 1000 calories that day.

[@chandlerbingbong]

Big stores like Macey's, Bloomingdales etc are always handy for the loo

[@michelvanerkelens3303]

I have been in NYC back in 2003, unfortunately all by myself but still enjoyed myself. I went out in the evening and was a little flabbergasted by all the advertising on broadway and around. Would like to visit once more someday. I had a guide that i found on the internet, she showed me around and even bought me a subway daycard or something like that. Did not cost me anything so in return i payed for lunch and drinks and i gave her some gifts like souvenirs from the Netherlands.

[@UnseenVoices]

Missed your NYC videos! Great one 🙌

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks Tasos!!

[@spoonie821]

As a Londoner who visited New York (just Yesterday as of from this post) I do have to say the city is AMAZING 😍 I am glad to say that I only did 2 of the things that you said to avoid to 1 of which is Central Park we spent 2 hrs in Central Park but we did want to do other things 2 was misreading the Subway but I must say that is probably the only gripe I've got with NY. The public transport either partial informal or just isn't informal non whatsoever (tho I never did use the bus so I cannot speak for that) but go to any London Underground & you will know not just your line (or be reassured that this line will call at your stop) but also if there are any lines ideal for you to transfer in order to reach your destination. Not only that but I wish that for the sake tourist's there was any way to say if this is a stop that is nearby a landmark for example if you were at London Underground & you wanted to get off at Hyde Park or Buckingham Palace the train via an automated PA or on map will say "this is Green Park alight here for Hyde Park or Buckingham Palace " other than that the Subway was ok to use but one I can't stand is NTransit (NJ Transit?🤷‍♂️) but you really need to be more forthcoming with the info on your trains dude we only used it twice (from & to the airport) but using your train system was hella confusing. But hey I do plan to go again New York is one hell of a city & the fact that the city is mapped like a grid it's really easy to find your way around, put bluntly 7th ave = Times Square 6th ave = financial district & 5th ave = is shops galore! Anyways I'll keep this video in for when I next go. CHEERS!!!!!! 😁

[@Hockeydad25]

My family and I just did our first NYC trip. I think these are great suggestions however I do have to disagree with one of them… instead of picking one observatory I think you should pick two. One to see the city during the day and the other at night. We did The Edge at Hudson yards as our day observatory and Top of the Rock for the night one. You really need to see the City from both day and night perspectives.

[@vinyalonde]

I am visiting New York City in mid March and your videos are extremely helpful - thanks. For what it is worth, I remember hearing my parents and their friends talking about visiting NYC in the sixties and their comment about cabbies was that it was always best to give the driver an intersection rather than an actual address.

[@rickyc2651]

How was your trip? I’m going next week alone and I’m nervous but excited lol

[@vinyalonde]

@@rickyc2651 It was a good trip. I loved it. I never felt that I was at risk or in danger. Yes, there were some rough patches, and as in any big city, I try to be aware of who and what is around me. I got approached a few times on the subway by people asking for money. I just said no and they moved on. I hope you have a great time!

[@rickyc2651]

@@vinyalonde thank you so much and I’m glad it was good for you! That was one thing that kind of made me nervous was I didn’t want anyone to bother me or try to hustle me for anything but I guess that can be expected in a big city. I just hope they’ll move along as well lol.

[@vinyalonde]

@@rickyc2651 You will have a great time. I got approached twice in 10 days. I had more people offering to help me to be honest. There are some very kind people in NYC.

[@cecillemarie8188]

We love you, John! You’re the best at New York vacation blogs. We love how you talk. ❤

[@africknchickn_YT]

I’m definitely going to show this to my family before ANY travel to a big city. Most of these are applicable in any big city, and it’s super helpful to have it all in one video. Thanks Barr!

[@tomquintero9528]

Thanks!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks Tom!

[@stevenj2380]

Reiterating abut subway. There is no such thing as 'red line, blue line..' etc. Don't ever ask about taking 'Blue Line" etc. to such and such a place. Nor is there anything called "OWL Service" *bus, or " Night Busses". Most NYers have never heard of such a thing. Bus routes and numbers stay the same. Unfortunately, some late night subway line overlapping services are combined, amongst differences. But then, repairs and emergencies may cause detours or service stops that your apps can't account for. At your own risk. Even some deaths this year, from pushing onto tracks and knifings in subway at increasing rate - mostly mentally ill homeless. Be aware of persons around and stay back from track. while waiting ( avoid crowds as well, if possible) . Too many young females are totally absorbed in their phones. lots of time on entering/ exiting I have been inches away and they are oblivious.

[@westie430]

Ben @ 4:04 😂😂 Thanks for the tips Jon! Always good to know. Hopefully will be able to come to the city next year🙏

[@richgrealish]

Great tips John and things that everyone, not just tourists must follow. Must admit they're pretty much tips for absolutely anywhere in the world regardless of how big or small the city.

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Hey Jon I agree that rule 1 and 3 are the best tips for people who are visiting NYC for the first time.

[@girldaddividendinvestor]

Great tips! That hourly temp check is HUGE. 🤣🤣 We just saw a 27° swing in one day in Chicago.

[@davet1081AA]

Great video! Also, be careful with those 'cage-like' revolving subway entrances. If you don't enter the very first opening available, it'll steal your fare & lock you out. Grab any luggage or packages thru the emergency exit once you've payed & entered.

[@HereBeBarr]

Yes, that's actually a great tip! For Part 6 of this series haha.

[@chuckh4077]

Avoid going late at night and watch out for groups of guys carrying a stereo speaker on their shoulders. They will casually ask you for the time but they are trying to rob you.

[@georgiasmith7615]

I never felt the need to visit an observation desk. I usually stay at a hotel in Williamsburg Brooklyn. I just look out my hotel window for a great view of Manhattan. I think people should think about staying in a hotel outside of Midtown Manhattan to get a view of how real New Yorkers live!

[@HereBeBarr]

That's an interesting point, stay on a high floor at hotel with a view. Skip the observation deck.

[@orangecat5036]

Another thing is makeing sure you carry you're medical insurance card and ID card, Cause hospital or clinic heaven for bid, you need to-go inside they won't even be bothered with you if you don't have that information on you.

[@Ballacks101]

Just got back from NYC - Citi bikes were great. Found riding around town really easy and cheap.

[@themi6sportsnetwork171]

The biggest mistake is not taking public transit over Uber, Lyft, or taxi because NYC has such a good transit system. I would say this mistake applies to other large cities such as Chicago, SF, and Boston.

[@agnestiphainetanguy]

Thank you got your videos. Just coming back from New York from France and the only place we had problems with public transport was… Paris 😅. We found most New Yorkers friendly and helpful. Apart from one or two who were not so nice, which is fair enough.I found it easy to navigate through the city. The only problem is … now that I know New York better, I want to go back!

[@danielwindham5338]

Love watching your video, their are very helpful and informal. When I go to new york for the first time, I'm using your video to help me visit new york. I love to go to new york city for two weeks.

[@markwisniewski2227]

When I first was living on St. Marks Place in Park Slope, I once took the D train the wrong way and ended up half way to Coney Island. I ended up an hour and a half late to meet up with friends. And this was before cell phones.

[@Beacon_NY]

This tip relates to the pros and cons of visiting and living in NYC. Due to the immense and unique amenities everywhere in the city, one could be tempted to overspend and go broke if one isn't careful with their budget. It isn't small town USA where you have one or two Main St with a few outlying strip malls that sell generic goods.

[@susie9893]

Easy solution - just don't spend

[@XCHADHIGGINSX]

Such great information! I love how thoughtful your tips actually are... Not the generic, run of the mill stuff. Glad you are doing well my dude.

[@valkhorn]

My tip is if you can, get an unlimited 7 day pass for the metro instead of just a regular metro card. You wouldn't believe how quickly your $20 card will run out of money if you don't have an unlimited one, and running out of funds when the subway is busy is really annoying to everyone else because you have to swipe once or twice to realize what's going on, THEN go back to add more money. And trust me, not all metro card kiosks are functional and will easily allow you to recharge your card ESP if you're in a hurry. Lots of people were using the OMNY cards and I didn't try it out, but it looked extremely effortless and I will likely try that instead the next time I'm there.

[@MikeD-dl5lk]

Another great video. These are the kinds of videos that can be redone/ updated every couple of years as things change. I definitely got burned by the CD guys, wanting $20 for their rap album. I also underestimated the Central park size. I took notes of your mid town food tour from last Fall, and hit up a couple when I was in NYC last October. Keep up the good work!

[@Daveabbey]

The CD hustlers are some of the biggest scum around IMO.

[@mr_hands]

id love to visit new york one day much love from england 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️

[@insertnamehere5146]

my daughter had the same dream. she is there with her boyfriend at the moment. They are both from the UK like you. it might be a big disappointment for you. the food is good but there are addicts everywhere and whole place stinks of cannabis.

[@honorrolls5415]

Great tips indeed, number one trip best tip of all. Being a native Nee Yorker but relocated , we I visit I find NY C folks very helpful and considerate once I was lost asked a traffic cop directions he stopped traffic on w 34 street n let me make a u turn that’s considerate n helpful Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana

[@peteyd6228]

Made the A Train/C Train mistake when trying to go to the Natural History Museum several years ago. I would wholeheartedly agree with the last one as well.

[@georgefoord475]

going to the toilet is key, there is none in nyc and coming from the uk it was a shock not see any public toilets

[@HereBeBarr]

yes, it's annoying.

[@chuckh4077]

Just go into the alley and take a leak behind the dumpster. Take care you don't piss on a bm sleeping behind the dumpster. 😄

[@AmbroseChamberpot]

@@chuckh4077 only problem is that there's only like 4 alleyways in all of Manhattan

[@chuckh4077]

@@AmbroseChamberpot not according to the movies. Alleys everywhere in NYC

[@tleed6474]

I live in a huge tourist area and have to deal with tourists all summer. I know it is annoying, but I would NEVER give them attitude or be mean or even tell them to hurry up, geesh. They are bringing money into the area, as I am sure tourists are in NY. So, New Yorkers, take a chill pill and maybe smile and laugh it off. You chose, just as I did, to live in a tourist area. Its not the end of the world if someone gets in your way. I am going to Manhattan for the first time ever, and surely hope I am welcomed. The more I see these Videos the more I wonder how my happy my visit will be....

[@patrickbateman161]

Wife and I are making our first trip out to NYC next month. Thanks for the video, we are excited to tour this place.

[@jamezhall2066]

OMG!!!!! This here is the best ever of what and what not to do. I'm born and raised in NYC and I go through this everyday with people. Like guys do your homework. 🤨

[@georgiasmith7615]

Good episode! These could equally apply to visiting any large city like DC or Chicago!

[@Neville60001]

Or Toronto, London Paris, Tokyo, Berlin, Rome, etc.

[@robertrichter7702]

DC ? DC is small ..Ft Worth is bigger than DC.. Chicago yea , but DC ? 😅

[@robertpalatsky5017]

My dad and I have gotten lost a few times in the city, but there were always nice people that helped us out. My friend told me most locals will help you so don't be afraid to ask.

[@chevychase]

I love NYC but it is a very difficult city for handicapped persons. Most restaurants do not have restrooms that can be accessed without going down very steep steps. And the subway system is not accessible without walking down very crowded stairs also. There are not enough restrooms anywhere; I always have to wait in a long, long, long line to get into a restroom, and that can be a serious problem.

[@bhismilinirampersad3360]

I definitely know about checking the weather 😄👍🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹 thanks for the info again

[@BigJackGameplays]

At first I thought this would be a boring video, with a smug new yorker, but I clicked anyway. Best decision I did hahaha; I loved the video; I like that you give the information quickly and the reason behind it, with some quick examples too :D

[@vailewalders1395]

Bathrooms go to the bathroom before you leave home, we were at a fancy restaurant in the Sea Port area on the water, I went to the ladies room, locked the door to the stall and then it wouldn't open I couldn't get out, I called my boyfriend, my boyfriend and a guy manager came in the ladies room the manager announced for ladies to get out they couldn't get the door open, then maintenance guys had to take the door off, I was stuck in there about an hour LOL, subway my boyfriend is real good on the subway knows his way around but one time we went the wrong way at his direction no big deal though, another time don't jump out at the 11th hour just as the doors are closing, my boyfriend jumped out I was right behind him but dropped my tote bag I went to pick it up the doors closed and off we went, I don't know my way around on the subway at all, I got out at the next stop but simply going the opposite direction on the NYC subway isn't always the the correct thing to do, so I had to go to street level and get a cab, rooftops one 4th of July went to a rooftop club in Chinatown, people were right up against the railing however we weren't so we couldn't see the fireworks but still had fun with all the drinks I think they were included with our admission fee, Times Square entrepreneurs, a guy had a gigantic snake I wanted to hold it, I had never held a snake, I gave him $5.00 I didn't look at it as a rip off, food trucks we walked past a huge line at Halal Guys I had heard so much about it but we didn't eat there, when I got home we have a Halal Guys restaurant where I live I didn't like it

[@erinb707]

2:00 NO SOUP FOR YOU!

[@bdjty]

Just watched the episode yesterday

[@gabbym2000]

One of the biggest mistakes I made as a tourist in NYC was telling the taxi driver I wasn’t from NYC and was in fact a tourist. At first, he came off as very friendly and polite, but that quickly changed once the ride was over. I didn’t have cash on me, so when I went to pay with my card, I clicked the card paying option and all of the sudden he was demanding I pay in cash and that I had apparently clicked the cash paying option, which I certainly did not. My sister was there as a witness. After arguing with me for a few minutes, he forced me take out money from an ATM at a nearby convenience store after threatening to call the police. Moral of the story is: always carry cash on you when riding a taxi and don’t let them know you’re a tourist. I ended up taking Lyfts and Ubers the rest of the trip when I wasn’t walking. 😅

[@datguySC2]

that my friend is why cabs are going out of business

[@Stonecoldalston]

Rule never when when visiting any city never let them know you’re a tourist people will try to get over on you especially in a as city like New York

[@bkNEWYAWK]

No, you definitely could've paid with your card. It's just that the processing fees would come out of his pocket. You should've taken him up on the offer to call the cops. The cop would've sided with you.

[@CGSevenxPhoto]

That's called bullying smh and it's scary. No regular taxes for me.

[@kevinhealey6540]

You have to be careful about booking a hotel there. You might try going through a travel agent. It either costs nothing or a modest fee. But I believe you can avoid off the wall hotels. It's not required by the hotel to inform potential guests that the hotel houses homeless. Before you book with a hotel, look up on the internet for a rating, that might explain it. And you can even call the hotel or email them asking if they rent to homeless. 20% of hotels in NYC rent to homeless. If you go there, try to look like a New Yorker and not a tourist. When someone comes up to you and wants to start a conversation, get away from the person. It could be anywhere from a pick pocket to a scammer. That rule should be applied most other tourist destinations as well. You can see an aircraft carrier there and go inside it as well as a sub. When you go on the subway stay away the platform near the tracks, just to stay on the safe side. Insane people have pushed people onto the tracks.

[@Starjk666]

Thanks Jon! You've helped me with my New York trip! Thanks for all good tips!

[@fhputube]

Hi bud, love your content! Been smashing all your videos even though I've been to NYC a few times. I'm taking my GF there in Sept. I've learnt so much more from your channel, thanks!

[@agustindejesus7398]

Not checking hourly forecast is not necessarily. It does not snow in summer. It can rain at any time in any country in the world, not only in New York.

[@faithwerksdesigns6197]

Thanks for mentioning bathrooms, we're coming up next week with 3 little boys and I didn't even think about that. Thank you!!!!

[@si06civic86]

I was drunk one time and ended up taking an express train to Brooklyn 🤦‍♂️. Now I always make sure its local.

[@HereBeBarr]

Well at least you had a good excuse

[@juliench9997]

2:19 Same advice for the Paris metro

[@cocoaorange1]

Good tips. Hopefully I will visit New York someday.

[@72mossy]

Thanks for the tips, heading to New York in early March for 4 nights, first time myself and the wife have been away alone in 11 years from the kids, we are from Ireland

[@PostcardCathy]

That weather report tip, to me, is mostly common sense but even so, you should do it everywhere, including your hometown, not just NYC. And the stopping at the topping at the top of the stairs is simply common courtesy and can be applied to many other places ie the escalator at the mall amd is something you should have learned in early childhood.

[@susie9893]

I found a lot of these common sense but unfortunately there are SO many ppl out there who do exactly this! Happens where I live all the time and most of the time it happens you can tell that person is new to the city (OR just in their own little world and inconsiderate of everyone else)

[@NotoriousMAN1]

6:05 Me and my parents had a picture taken with Micky Mouse in Times Square and my parents did not tip, now I am an orphane.

[@manolokonosko2868]

If you visit NY and plan to drive there, do some research and find a parking lot for the time you will be in town. Leave the car parked in a lot in Queens or in a safe neighborhood where it's free. Do not drive into Manhattan. Use public transportation. Not only will a subway get you to your destination faster and without a hassle, you will also not waste your vacation time looking for parking or paying through the nose for s spot or risking at least a $100 fine.

[@barblarkin2733]

Thanks for the great tips. Will be visiting New York in April and this video helped alot.

[@charles8801]

I live in New York for like 45 yrs. Yes the subways can be a Nightmare, Do avoid crowds. Pick pockets live there.

[@dianedudley4101]

I made the bike mistake! Rented it outside Central Park and rode to our hotel at 5th and 37th street, through Times Square! Absolutely terrifying! (And crazy)! Got smarter next time and rented one and stayed within Central Park! Thanks here be Barr, your videos helped our trip to New York be a successful one! (Of course I didn’t see this video, otherwise wouldn’t have rented that citibike that day, 🤣)

[@mrn13]

My experience is that in any busy place in the Western World, including small cities in like Finland or Slovenia, whenever there is a long line, and your turn comes up and you start wasting time...you gonna get it!

[@rebeccarabinowitz6590]

Re: observation decks: I'd recommend the ones at One World Trade and the Empire State Building (I'm familiar with those two, which is why).

[@brm7675]

Your videos continue to inform. Some suggestions on issues to do would be A. How to access the subway for mobilty challenged folk. B. Getting from the three major airports into the city C. Update on cheap eats in NYC areas now past covid D. Types of bus tours in the city and how they work E. Historically significant areas in the city

[@raymondreyes183]

I would entirely skip the bus tours if you're gonna visit, personally it's not worth the money or time. There are some subways that have escalators and elevators so please check the mta website to learn more. There are plently historical areas in NYC like the WTC site, Central Park, Times/Herald/Madison/Union Square etc. Cheap eats are everywhere!

[@brm7675]

@@raymondreyes183 ive done the night bus tour and it was great. Being mobilty challenged the bus tours do offer a way to see the city. As for historical i was thinking like places Grants tomb and such. With the cheap eats he has done a number of them but many pre covid and was wondering what is still open or what new places have opened.

[@johnf120]

E. Historically significant areas: check out TomDNYC. He’s got some great videos on this

[@rebeccarabinowitz6590]

(B) technically, two of the three are already in NYC *giggles*. But people would want to know how to get into "the city" (by which they mean Manhattan, the part with most of the skyscrapers).

[@rebeccarabinowitz6590]

(E) Castle Clinton, Battery Park, the WTC and nearby St Paul's Chapel, the subway itself, Greenwich Village, Hudson River Park, Grand Central, Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge come to mind...

[@viancyarias2676]

Me encantas todos los videos de este chico, demasiado informativos. Gracias!

[@Ben-vr6qz]

good advice, can be applied to most of the large metropolitan in the world.

[@potrelviewer9536]

About issue n°4, my idea would be to plan every one of your commutal travels (metro, bus) before your trip, and then at each night in your hotel or B&B or whatever dorm location you are, double check your tomorrow trip and see if there's no station or bus stop that's closed for some reason.

[@LSCBTHEWAVY]

Nah out in jersey and nyc U BETTER CHECK THAT WEATHER BEFORE U GO ANYWHERE

[@melissam7146]

The Summit wasn’t open yet when we went last July. I was kind of “meh” on the whole observation deck idea to start with but we went to The Edge, and it actually turned out to her the coolest thing we did. Loved it.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 how are you doing?

[@Locspocs2]

My wife bought a $1 coffee from a street vendor. The coffee was hotter than the surface of the sun (still not as hot as my wife) so it took at least a half an hour to be able to taste it. It was equally undrinkable, but now not due the temperature.

[@SunshineTwilight]

When I go into the city it is strictly for pleasure so I do not drive and ruin my mood lol. I take the train across NJ to Hoboken and then the Ferry to Pier 11. I mostly hang out downtown and will walk to midtown once in a while. If going uptown from there I will take the subway. It's about doing what is least aggravating.

[@dorisq9241]

Thank you for your and Ben's honesty! Thanks for also sharing challenges tourists and others can make while in NYC.

[@vyprrgirl3012]

I accidentally got on the express to the Flatiron district while trying to get to Union Square. I spent a half hour trying to find the station south, not realizing it was across the street. 30 minutes while my friend was trying to text me how to get to it. He’s lived in NYC for almost 30 years. That was my 3rd day there lol