City lights, 24-hour everything, and the country’s best pizza, what could we possibly be talking about? It’s big, vivacious, and is often related to a giant apple. We’re talking about New York City, of course!

If you’re planning a trip to New York with your crowd, prepare for an overwhelming amount of sightseeing and fun.

In 2023, the world is full of an overwhelming amount of stimulation, it can turn even the most decisive person into someone who makes the waiter stand at their table for an exorbitant amount of time while they contemplate between two menu items. If this sounds familiar to you, we know you’ll just end up getting your “regular”, don’t do that if it’s the decision holding you back from trying something new… we’ve got you covered.

New York City Group Activities

Spyscape NYC

Who here watched all the 007 movies growing up? They’re fun, right? Double agents and action-packed scenes of completely unrealistic ways to kill the enemy. This is the perfect activity for reenacting just that! At Spyscape in New York City, you can discover real-world secrets, get a personalized spy profile, and play into your role through fun challenges. You and your NYC group travel mates can experience spy secrets and team building. Perhaps you’re not a spy kind of person, but you were a comic kid, and maybe still are. That’s great news because this spot has an entire area dedicated to Batman-themed roleplay, escape to Gotham where it’s up to you to save the city! If it’s an adventure you’re in for, Skyscape is the place to be.

Drunk Shakespeare New York

Listen, we promised to be unique and this venue is truly a spectacle. What could be more culturally appealing than an art as old as the medieval times written by our most beloved playwrights? He wrote of forbidden romances and tragedy and this place reacts to it… while drinking. Why? As said by the man himself “Why, what’s aught but as ’tis valued?” – Troilus and Cressida, we’re talking about Shakespeare! Not only is this theater entertaining, but it’s also secretive, the venue itself is hidden! This makes for half the adventure, the actors are also true professionals, at both acting and drinking. How much do they drink exactly, you may wonder: 5 shots of whiskey, to be exact. The concept is that only one actor drinks and the rest perform as they usually would and you and your people sit back and watch the chaos ensue! Be prepared to see something you’ve never encountered, this show is truly unique.

NYC Industry City

If you and the group want to come to a city within New York City, this is the spot. This concept has ground-floor shopping and a community space for food, drinks, and events. As far as eating is concerned, you have a few options, there’s a whopping food hall that is exactly as it sounds, you also have sit-down options and even, get this, groceries! What about the fun? They’ve got options, come see live music, enjoy one of their workshops, work out, or view a movie watch night. The options here are endless. This may eerily sound like the building in Gremlins 2: The New Batch, but know that this is not something you need to worry about.

Roosevelt Island By New York City

This adventure starts with a tramway, built in the ’70s, that goes from East 59th Street to 2nd Avenue, Manhattan. What’s after the tram ride?  Get spooky pics at the smallpox hospital, if the island isn’t spooky enough, this abandoned hospital certainly is. Another semi-spooky sight is the Stecker Laboratory; it was the first lab devoted to pathological and bacteriological research. If you get hungry, there’s no need to panic, there are a few restaurants on the island to appease that rumbling tummy. Spend the day on the island or just a few hours either way it will be asight for sore eyes.

Sleep No More Theatre In NYC

Maybe you’re a thespian, but you don’t necessarily want to do the work of being in the play. Well, this venue allows you to interact with the performers. Become immersed in a theatrical performance while enjoying the plotline. You and your group can peruse the halls and reveal the storyline at your own pace. The venue is The Shining Meets Broadway, and the hotel has a history as far back as the 1930s. This performance will only take up about 3 to 4 hours of your time, which is perfect for your next spot. If you’re worried about what to wear, there will be a mask provided so it’s only half the battle. It’s an experience like no other.

The Highline In New York City

This abandoned railroad is now an elevated walking path with an assortment of plants and art. The path is not just for a stroll, there’s entertainment too! On any given day, you may run into the performance known as Insectageddon, which is a collective performance that highlights the expansive loss of the insect population due to toxic industrial farming. Among all of the other amazing things to focus on in this rare formation, is an area dedicated to the video arts program, this showcases videos new and historic.

Comfortably Getting Your Group Around NYC

With all of these incredible spots, you’re going to want reliable transportation and comfort, not to mention the convenience of not having to use the dodgy New York transportation system.

So make sure to charter a bus for the most comfortable experience. You won’t regret it.