May 2025: At long last, spring has arrivedd in NYC! Our iconic museums, big attractions, and favorite restaurants have the coolest exhibits, shows and menus right now. This month, embrace the warmer weather by exploring a free flower show at Macy’s, catching a rooftop movie, and enjoying the city’s best parks. More exciting signs of spring: Luna Park’s reopening and pickleball’s return to Central Park.
Time Out editors traverse New York City from end to end looking for the coolest things to do, the most delicious places to eat and the most impressive shows to see. We then pick the very best items to make it to this list each month.
From its art museums (The Met and MoMA) to its attractions (The Bronx Zoo and sunrises from the Empire State Building), we are certan that New York City is the best city in the world. Its dining and drinking scenes are still unbeatable with killer bars, restaurants and creative culinary inventions. Every day, we’re discovering something new and wonderful about our city, whether it’s one of the best parks, some incredible views, must-see art, or hidden gem stores—and we’re highlighting the best of the best right here.
So, consider below your NYC Bible.
