Plan My Vacay: NYC Edition

By Jessicavenoy @lovelyjesscuh
I've always wanted to travel. But it's never really been in the cards for me. I've been working basically full time since I was 19, and I've always been a full tim student. That doesn't leave me with much leisure time, you know? BUT I am graduating in May (hallelujah!) and I have a whole year before I start grad school. So what am I doing with that year? Preparing for grad school Living it up! . For starters, I'm going to NYC in July with my BFF & her sister...for a whole week! I've never been on a plane and my vacations have always consisted of the beach. So this is something that I am so excited about :)
But I need YOUR help! I want to know places that I can't pass up while I'm in NY. Sure, I know the typical touristy things to do such as:
See a Broadway play

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 Go shopping on Madison Avenue

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Scope out the Statue of Liberty

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Gaze at the Empire State Building

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 Take a taxi ride

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But I want to know the not so well-known things that I should do! Luckily, my best friend & her sister have both been to NY plenty of times and  are familiar with some "hot spots" but I want to hear from you guys.
I realize that July is 4 months away, but I can't help but plan now. I am THAT stoked. :)
What's your favorite thing to do in NYC?!