Visiting New York in the Spring: Things to do in NYC in the Spring

Written By Steven Thomas - Published on April 10, 2021

New York City in the Springtime is beautiful; the air is crisp, flowers are blooming, and the concrete jungle is filled with an abundance of fresh Spring activities. NYC has many sites that are best enjoyed in the Spring. There are also many special Spring events NYC to attend and our exciting sightseeing cruises offer beautiful views to be remembered. With that said, here are a few things to do in the city during the Spring that you're bound to enjoy!

Visit the Statue of Liberty

Lady Liberty dressed in Spring air can be the most beautiful site to see aboard one of our sightseeing boat cruises in New York Harbor. One of our tour guides will give you the ins and outs of the Statue of Liberty, sharing unique facts and important historical knowledge. Seeing the Statue of Liberty is certainly something that can be added to your NYC day trips; Springtime makes the experience even better.

See the Empire State Building

One of the top things to do in NYC in Spring is to go to the top and indulge in the beauty that is the Empire State Building. The building towers over Manhattan and is one of New York's most prized landmarks and we offer several fun and unique ways to see it. Hop off our downtown sightseeing tour bus route and stop to see the beauty of the New York City in the Springtime from the 86th-floor observatory deck. You can also view the Empire State Building from our sightseeing cruises, as part of the Manhattan skyline.

Enjoy a Picnic On Governors Island

Governors Island is the perfect spot for a picnic on a Spring day in New York City, with incredible views of lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, and the New York Harbor. From Spring to Fall, the park open to visitors interested in learning about the history of the historic military center and wanting to embrace the natural beauty of the island. An afternoon on Governors Island is certainly among the fun things to do in NYC in Spring!

Our cruise tours and packages will let you combine the best Spring: activities NYC locals and tourists will both enjoy, unique sights and sounds, and picture-perfect Facebook memories. Book your tickets now for the best cruise tour around Governors Island with a view of Lady Liberty and lower Manhattan at its best. With our hop-on hop-off bus tours, you'll get to tour these different places at your own convenience and attend your desired Spring events. NYC awaits you, so buy your tickets online now at special low prices.

What to do in Spring in NYC: Other Ideas

  • Visit the New York Botanical Garden and go to their annual Orchid Show.

  • Go to a Yankees or Mets Game.

  • Bike in Central Park and stop at the Loeb Boathouse to take out a rowboat.

  • Go to Macy's two-week-long flower show.

  • Check out the Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

  • Attend Fleet Week events in May