Written by Nick Simard on 24.02.16
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Being stuck in an apartment is definitely a bummer after a few days. The good news is that even the worst blizzards eventually abate. When the storms finally die down, there’s no better place to be than the winter wonderland of Midtown East. If you’re looking for the perfect winter fun, try these fun activities in the neighborhood:
One of the worst things about being cooped up is having to bypass fun outdoor activities. If you’re lucky enough to live in an apartment near Lexington Avenue, New York’s Winter Village at Bryant Park is a short walk away. Perfect for active, young adults, Winter Village has a skating rink, food, music and even a brew house. It’s a great place to meet up with friends or have a romantic date.
If it gets too cold for outdoor fun, few things are better than Midtown East’s broad selection of food. For those living at Ambassador East, both Grand Central Station and UrbanSpace Vanderbilt are only a few blocks away. Grand Central’s massive food court offers a multitude of famous New York eateries like Two Boots and the swanky Grand Central Oyster Bar. The newly opened UrbanSpace is a great place to grab a drink and a slice of pizza from the popular eatery Roberta’s. Both are great locations with enough options to please a multitude of tastes.
If you’ve been dreaming of having a “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” moment in New York, an apartment in Midtown East puts you close to Manhattan’s swankiest shopping district: Fifth Avenue. Whether you’re buying or browsing, check out the iconic stores like Tiffany’s, Saks and Prada. As a bonus, colder temperatures often mean that the swanky strip is much less crowded. Best of all, walking up and down the avenues totally counts as your workout.
No winter outing would be complete without a nice cup of hot chocolate. For those in Midtown East, this traditional classic is about to get a major upgrade. Stop in the Jacques Torres shop for a delicious, gourmet take on this cold-weather staple.
Winter can feel like a time for hibernation when snow sweeps through Manhattan, but most of the season is magical. If you happen to be lucky enough to live in Midtown East, your options for fun are nearly endless, no matter the season.
Topics: NYC Things to Do , Renting NYC
