The City of Dreams - and much more

New York is a vibrant city. As you probably have heard, it never sleeps. And as Frank said repeatedly, "If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere."

It's a concrete jungle where dreams are made. More than 8.5 million people worldwide call the Big Apple home, and another 65 million or so (in 2024) visit it every year. That happens for a good reason: no matter what you love or your interests– art, food, architecture, photography, shopping, sightseeing, theater, music, romance, adventure, exploration – New York is where you can find it all and much more. It's a new surprise on every corner, every day. Just have your eyes and sensibility open. In New Yor,k you can learn something new daily.

One of the biggest challenges for New Yorkers is trying to get out of the so-called "busy trap" (you know, all that 'so busy,' 'crazy busy' stuff) and rediscover the city with fresh eyes. And if you can make it here, you will feel like a newborn. So, why not give it a try?

In this section, you will find stories, videos, short films, and tips to enjoy New York City to the fullest, like a resident with fresh eyes.

Stories of New York

Serene New York

Serene New York

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Piccola Italiana, Big Dreams

Piccola Italiana, Big Dreams

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New York, New York

New York, New York

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Portraits of New York

Portraits of New York

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A Love Letter to Coney Island

A Love Letter to Coney Island

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City of Desire

City of Desire

Take this fantastic visual journey through New York from 1880 to 1942.

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New York Rising

New York Rising

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Coney Island in the 1940s

Coney Island in the 1940s

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New York Afterglow

New York Afterglow

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Ghost Stops on the 6 Train

Ghost Stops on the 6 Train

This is scary and exciting.

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The Beats of New York

The Beats of New York

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Scorsese's New York

Scorsese's New York

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New York Epic Skylines

New York Epic Skylines

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Erosion

Erosion

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Four Days in New York

Four Days in New York

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Enjoying NYC

Enjoying NYC

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New York – A Cinematic Portrait

New York – A Cinematic Portrait

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Sweet Dreams in New York City

Sweet Dreams in New York City

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Streets, Behind the Scenes

Streets, Behind the Scenes

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Streets of New York City

Streets of New York City

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