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48 Hours in New York

Only have two days in New York? With so many things to do, it can be hard to know how best to spend your time. So we have decided to help, we’ve created a guide to 48 hours in New York. Day 1 Central Park Start off your day with breakfast at either our Manhattan […]

What To Do In New York: The August Edition

If you’re visiting the city this month, then make sure you check out what there is to do and see this month. With events happening nearly every day around the city you are sure to be busy on your visit this August. NYC Restaurant Week Jul 22 – Aug 16 For 2 weeks only over […]

Independence Day In New York

What is Independence Day? Independence Day, also known as The 4th July is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776. Many Independence Day celebrations take place outdoors, with lots of Americans having summer barbeques, heading to the beach and […]

What To Do In New York: The June Edition

It’s officially summertime in the city, meaning it’s the perfect time to explore! New York is known as the city that never sleeps and we agree, there is always something to do or see, which is all part of the fun. We’ve decided to put some of our favorites for the month of June in […]

Memorial Day: What To Do In New York City

Are you visiting New York this Memorial Day weekend? We have put together a list of all of the different things you can do. If you are planning on staying in the city, it’s a good weekend to visit the different attractions in New York as they tend to be quieter as many New Yorkers […]

What To Do In New York: The May Edition

If you’re visiting New York this month, then make sure you check out our favorite things to do in the city. Visit Governors Island Come the 1st of May, Governors Island is open to visitors. Governors Island is a 172-acre island, located in the heart of New York Harbour, it’s only a short ferry […]

Our Top New York City Facts

We decided to put together a list of our favorite facts about New York City! Make sure you let us know if you have any facts or pieces of wisdom that we should add to the list! Oysters were so popular in New York in the 19th century that the shells were used to […]

Things To Do With Your Family in New York

Are you planning a trip to New York with your family this year? We have picked our top things to do with your family this year in New York. 1. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Located at Pier 86, The Intrepid Museum welcomes over 1 million visitors a year! The Intrepid Sea, Air & […]

What To Do In New York: The March Edition

The Armory Show March 7th – 10th Now in its 25th year, The Armory Show takes place at Piers 92/94. It is a premier art fair and a leading cultural destination for discovering and collecting the world’s most important 20th- and 21st-century art. Welcoming over 65,000 visitors each year, the show aims to provide a […]

The Top Museums To Visit In New York.

New York is a city filled with museums, there is one to suit the tastes of everyone! Here, we have gathered the top 10 museums we think you will want to visit on your trip to New York! As always, we love to hear from our guests, so make sure you let us know your […]

What’s On In New York: The February Edition

Are you looking for something to do this February in the city? Check out our guide to our top ways to spend your time in New York! NYC Winter Outing – runs until February 10th Make sure you don’t miss out on the last few days of NYC & Company’s NYC Winter Outing! Don’t forget […]

What To Do In New York

Looking for some tips on what to do in New York in the coming months? We have compiled a list based on what our guests tell us they enjoy most! Broadway: See A Show In the quieter months of January and February, you can get tickets to see some of Broadway’s most famous shows including […]

What’s On In New York: The January Edition

Shop The Sales January is a great time to snap up some bargains in New York! The post Christmas Sales are in full swing, so why not treat yourself to something special? We recommend visiting the department stores including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Barneys New York! Visit the Theater With less tourists in the city, January […]

Christmas in New York

With Christmas just around the corner, we’ve decided to share a list of our favorite things to do in New York this Christmas. Christmas Display Windows Christmas is the time when all of the stores in New York go all out for their Window Displays! Some of our favorites include Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, […]

What’s on in New York: The December Edition

Are you planning a trip to New York December? We’ve put together a list of our must-see sights this December! Winter in Bryant Park With ice-skating, over 170 holiday shops and some of the best food stalls around! Winter in Bryant Park is a must for those visiting New York City over the Winter season! […]

Thanksgiving Day Traditions

In many American households, the Thanksgiving celebration has lost much of its original historical significance; instead, it now centers on cooking and sharing a bountiful meal with family and friends. Thanksgiving takes place this year on Thursday 22nd November, so we decided to share some of our favorite Thanksgiving Traditions with you. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day […]

What’s On In New York? The November Edition

Visiting New York this November? Well we’ve compiled a list of our top things to do and see in the city this month! Winter in Bryant Park 1st November With ice-skating, over 170 holiday shops and some of the best food stalls around! Winter in Bryant Park is a must for those visiting New York […]

Halloween in New York: Things To See and Do

About Halloween Halloween is an annual holiday celebrated each year on October 31. It originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts and evil spirits. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, dressing up and eating sweet […]

Top Things To Do In The City This October

New York Coffee Festival Love coffee? Well, then you’re in luck! The New York Coffee Festival is a weekend-long fest featuring tastings, interactive workshops and barista demonstrations from more than 85 coffee-industry insiders. It runs from Friday October 13th – Sunday, October 15th! Ice Skating at the Rockefeller Center The rink opens in October, so […]

Visit our favorite spots in Central Park!

No trip to New York is complete without a visit to Central Park, located between Fifth Avenue and Eighth Avenue and running from 59th Street to 110th Street, it is the most visited urban park in the United States. We’ve picked some of our favorite spots for you to visit! Central Park Zoo Central Park […]

Top 5 Places To Shop in New York City

New York is famous for its shopping! Whether you want designer goods or vintage pieces, you’ll find everything you want and need in New York City! We’ve put together our TOP 5 places to shop when you visit the Big Apple! 1. Macy’s Macy’s Herald Square is one of the largest department stores in the […]

What’s on in New York City: August Edition

What’s on in New York City: August Edition New York City is known for being the city that never sleeps for a reason. There is always something to see, hear, or eat. Make the most of your trip and check out some of the events happening this month. There’s something for everyone whether you want […]

Top 5 Outdoor Activities for Exploring New York City

Top 5 Outdoor Activities for Exploring New York City When heading to New York City the best way to explore the Big Apple is to take a bite out of it. What does this mean? It means leaving your hotel for a bit and exploring all that the city has to offer. If you’re fortunate […]

Top Do’s and Don’ts as a tourist in NYC

“The city that never sleeps” is one of New York’s well known nicknames – and rightfully so! The constant hustle and bustle, the continuous march of people parading through the streets, the monotonous noise of ongoing traffic and subways passing! So how does one survive this city as a first time visitor? Here are some […]

Summer in New York!

Whether it’s the yellow cabs, the neon rush of Time Square, or simply the familiar wood panelling of the iconic Fitzpatrick’s hotel- there is no doubt that New York City is a delicious blur of excitement that is perfect for families to explore – especially in summer. From bird-watching in Central Park to frequent open-air […]

Experience New York in just one day!

Your dreams have come true and you’re finally in New York! But, you only have one day! Take a deep breath and let us help you. Here at Fitzpatricks Hotels New York we’ll be delighted to give Teddy Fitz a day off just to give you an amazing tour of the best New York attractions! […]

Family Reunion

In today’s world, many families have become scattered far and wide throughout the globe with people choosing to move away to seek opportunities or to simply indulge their inner wanderlust. As a result family reunions have become important occasions, providing the perfect opportunity to reconnect with family and to create memories that last a lifetime! […]

Top 10 Things to do at Christmas in New York

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and during the festive Season New York offers an unforgettable experience, perfect for getting you into the holiday spirit! And here at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York, we’ve complied our Top 10 Things to do during the holiday season! 1. Bryant Park Winter Village Located between Fifth and […]

Things to do in New York

New York and its iconic landscape is one of the world’s most popular destinations and as such there’s plenty of things to see and do! But with so much see it can become overwhelming not knowing where to start but here at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York we have devised our very own bucket list of […]

Fall in New York

As the weather cools down and the trees begin the change, the stunning and vibrant colors come to life in NYC. Fall in New York provides you with a multitude of activities to immerse yourself in all that the city has to offer. Some highlights include: Ice Skating at the Rockefellar Center: Ice skating at […]

Your New York Wedding

New York is one of the most magical and enchanting destinations to either tie the knot or to experience your honeymoon! In the city where dreams are made of you’ll certainly create memories that will last a lifetime! For those coming to say I do…. New York offers a spectacular backdrop for those coming to […]

The Best Events in New York This Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend has arrived!! For many this weekend signals the official start of the summer, with parades and BBQs being held throughout the city to get you into the summer swing! For those outside the US, Memorial Day is on the last Monday in May every year. This special day remembers the sacrifices our […]

The Waldorf Astoria Closes its Doors

The hotel business is VERY competitive. Those serious about it approach hospitality with a level of commitment that is almost like a religious calling. Here at Fitzpatrick Hotels, our mission is to exceed the expectations of our guests by providing personal attention and unparalleled service that inspires them to return again, and again. We live […]

St. Patrick’s Day in New York

St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture and if you are in New York for March 17th you are in for a treat as the city celebrates everything Irish. The date is marked by the death of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s most celebrated patron saint who brought Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day Parade […]

Family Friendly President Day Activities When Visiting New York

Presidents’ Day weekend has arrived! If you are visiting New York for the weekend you are in for a treat as it is Presidents’ day weekend. This public holiday is celebrated every year on the third Monday of February. This holiday was originally dedicated to the first President of the United States, George Washington, but […]

It’s National Pizza Day

For a city that is so far from Italy, New York City has a lot of really good pizza restaurants. That’s because New Yorkers love pizza and at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York it is no different, we really love pizza. So it is no surprise that we look forward to National Pizza Day every year […]

The Best Events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day in NYC

All over America there are fantastic events to celebrate the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day and here in New York City it is no different. Throughout his life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr dedicated himself to civil rights, non violent opposition and community service. Since January 1986 when it became a nationwide holiday […]

Christmas Markets in Manhattan

NYC is famous for many things leading up to the Christmas Holidays and one the most famous is their Christmas Markets around Manhattan. It is the most festive time of year and this is displayed beautifully at the top markets in Manhattan. If you have come to shop in New York at this time of […]

Something Different in Manhattan

New York consistently ranks in the top ten list of city breaks for tourist and its easy to see why. With so many places to visit and things to do it can be difficult to know what to see and do and it would be impossible to pack it all into a short or even a long […]

Manhattan Hotels

New York Manhattan New York is made up of five boroughs: Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. While Manhattan may be the smallest in size of all the five boroughs, it is packed with New Yorks biggest attractions, dining and unforgettable views. It is in many ways the center of the action in […]

Meet John Fitzpatrick

John Fitzpatrick, is a well known hotelier and philanthropist, and owner of the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group New York. He was born in Dublin, and with his father, brothers and sisters worked in many of the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group’s Irish hotels in the 1970’s and 1980’s. He has called New York home since he opened the […]

Top 5th Avenue Shopping Tips

A trip to New York would not be complete without a visit to New Yorks’ most famous shopping district Fifth Avenue. For visitors looking for the ideal Manhattan New York Hotel, Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel is located a mere stone throws away form Fifth Avenue making it the perfect location for your 5th avenue shopping. In […]

Shopping near Grand Central Station

The area around Grand Central serves not only as one of the busiest transportation hubs in the world but is a great destination for shopping and dining. The Fitzpatrick Grand Central hotel is only a stones throw away from the iconic landmark and the exceptional shopping facilities that come along with it. Grand Central The […]

Unusual Tours in New York

Jet Ski Tour Looking to take in New York from a unique and different perspective? Why not witness some of New York’s most iconic and captivating sights from a Jet Ski? The NYC Harbor Jet Ski is a 4 hour excursion to Manhattan, where you will have a front seat to all New York’s greatest […]

First timers in New York:

Visiting New York is an incredible experience and there is always so much to see and do; you could spend years in the city and not experience half of it. If you are in New York for a short visit it can be difficult to know what to see or put off until your next […]

Spring Guide to Midtown Manhattan

With Winter fading into our memories its time for spring in Manhattan. While its not time just yet to get out the summer clothes, there is still lots to see and do this time of the year. Manhattan has everything from festivals, parades, exhibitions an of course shopping. The Macy’s Flower Show Spring means its […]

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