Ropedrop & Parkhop Podcast - 277. New York, New York!
In this episode, we discuss Erin’s first visit to New York City brings together Broadway, neighborhood exploring, museums, and a little bit of Disney. The trip report shares experiences with getting around, choosing a hotel location, and fitting different interests into one visit.
Getting Around and Choosing a Hotel
Using the Subway: Trying the subway early helped make an initially intimidating part of the trip easier. It ultimately became a favorite way to get around.
Staying Near Times Square: A hotel between Times Square and Central Park was convenient for both areas. Repeatedly passing through Times Square, though, prompted thoughts about trying another neighborhood next time.
Broadway and Theater Experiences
Just in Time: The intimate theater and storytelling approach stood out, including moments when the performance paused to provide background. The recap compares that experience with a more traditional Broadway production.
Hadestown and the Museum of Broadway: A theater-focused day included both shows, with the Museum of Broadway between performances. The conversation reflects on the smaller-than-expected theaters and fitting dinner around the evening show.
Neighborhoods, Museums, and a Little Disney
DUMBO and the Brooklyn Bridge: An early subway ride led to DUMBO before a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan and exploring Chinatown and SoHo. The bridge crossing stood out as a favorite experience outside the shows.
Central Park and Fifth Avenue: A couple of hours in Central Park added time outdoors before the Broadway plans. Fifth Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral rounded out that outing.
An Unplanned Visit to MoMA: An open final morning became a museum visit that included seeing Van Gogh's The Starry Night and Monet's Water Lilies. The conversation also touches on the different reactions modern art can inspire.
Disney Store in Times Square: Familiar Disney merchandise came with a New York twist through city-themed items. It added a small Disney stop to a trip otherwise focused on the city.
Food Stops Along the Way
Ellen's Stardust Diner: A visit without the usual line brought breakfast with continuously singing servers. The entertainment made a stronger impression than the food.
Cheesecake Before the Theater: Junior's cheesecake could not go through theater security, so it had to be eaten before entering. The story adds a practical detail about fitting food stops around scheduled plans.
Hit play on the embedded player above for Erin’s New York City trip report with ideas for sightseeing, getting around, and planning your own visit!