What to do in New York

New York City packs world‑famous sports, concerts, Broadway, world class museums, modern art galleries, and attractions into one skyline, meaning there is always a marquee event happening somewhere in the five boroughs. The flip side is huge demand, with many games, shows, and concerts selling out fast, which is where SeatPick helps you secure the right tickets with a fraction of the stress and difficulty that other online resources require.

Why buy tickets in New York via SeatPick?

SeatPick brings together a wide selection of New York tickets in one place, covering NBA and NHL at Madison Square Garden, baseball in the Bronx and Queens, arena tours in Brooklyn, Broadway and off‑Broadway shows, and the city’s biggest attractions. You can compare options across dates and venues without hopping between multiple sites, making it easier to build your ideal New York itinerary.

• SeatPick aggregates tickets from many trusted marketplaces so fans can instantly see a broad range of sports, concert, theatre, and attraction tickets for New York City in one search.
• The platform lets you filter by price, section, and seat location so you can quickly find options that match your budget and how close you want to be to the court, rink, field, or stage.
• Only vetted, reputable sellers are included, and every listing comes with at least a 100% guarantee, giving you extra confidence when you complete your purchase.
• Event pages are designed with fans in mind, including clear information and intuitive filters tailored to New York’s major stadiums, arenas, and theatres.

Top New York sports teams

Few cities match New York’s sports lineup, with elite teams and iconic venues spread across multiple boroughs and nearby New Jersey. From winter basketball and hockey to summer baseball and fall football, the calendar is packed with live action.

New York Knicks and New York Rangers

Madison Square Garden in Manhattan is home to the New York Knicks (NBA) and New York Rangers (NHL), and is one of the most recognisable arenas in the world. A night at “The Garden” combines on‑court or on‑ice drama with a high‑energy atmosphere, making it a bucket‑list experience for many sports fans.

Brooklyn Nets and New York Islanders

Across the East River, Barclays Center in Brooklyn hosts the Brooklyn Nets (NBA) and also stages major hockey games and other sporting events. The arena has quickly become a modern favourite, combining strong sightlines with easy access by subway and a busy mix of sports and concerts.

New York Yankees and New York Mets

Baseball fans can choose between Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, home of the New York Yankees, and Citi Field in Queens, home of the New York Mets. Both ballparks mix on‑field action with team museums, local food options, and neighbourhoods that are easy to explore before or after a game.

New York Giants and New York Jets

MetLife Stadium in nearby New Jersey hosts the New York Giants and New York Jets of the NFL, as well as occasional college games and special events. With a huge capacity and modern facilities, it is the region’s go‑to venue for big‑ticket football fixtures and select large‑scale concerts.

Top New York music venues

New York’s music heritage spans jazz, rock, hip‑hop, classical, and more, and the city’s venues reflect that range. From legendary halls to cutting‑edge clubs, there is a stage for every style and scale of performance.

Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden doubles as one of the world’s premier concert arenas, hosting the biggest names in music alongside its sports schedule. Artists regularly choose MSG for multi‑night runs and special shows, cementing its status as a dream stage for performers across genres.

Barclays Center

Barclays Center in Brooklyn has developed into a cornerstone of the city’s modern concert scene, combining a sleek design with a busy events calendar. It attracts top‑tier tours across pop, rock, hip‑hop, and more, making it a key stop for acts routing through New York.

Radio City Music Hall

Radio City Music Hall near Rockefeller Center is renowned for its art deco design and for hosting concerts, comedy, special events, and the famous Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Its combination of history, scale, and stagecraft makes it a standout choice for live entertainment in Midtown Manhattan.

Beacon Theatre and other halls The Beacon Theatre on the Upper West Side is a historic, theatre‑style venue known for its intimate feel and strong connection to legendary performers. Alongside spaces like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and numerous clubs across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond, it helps ensure New York offers live music every night of the year.

Top New York theatre tickets

Broadway and off‑Broadway make New York the global capital of theatre, with a mix of blockbuster musicals, long‑running plays, and cutting‑edge new work. Performances span classic revivals, new writing, family shows, and experimental productions, and many popular titles sell out peak dates well in advance.​ Think Lion King, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Hamilton and you're getting the picture.

The Broadway district around Times Square is home to many of the city’s most famous theatres, where major musicals and star‑driven plays attract audiences from all over the world. Off‑Broadway and smaller venues across Manhattan and Brooklyn add depth, offering more intimate productions and niche genres that expand the range of what you can see in a single visit.

With SeatPick, you can compare tickets for different shows and dates, look for better‑value seats or premium views, and secure your preferred performance without having to manually check each theatre or reseller.

New York attractions tickets

The Big Apple’s attractions range from skyline‑topping observation decks to iconic landmarks, museums, parks, and neighbourhoods that reward repeat visits. Many of the most famous spots use timed entry or have daily capacity limits, making advance booking smart if you want to avoid long queues or sold‑out time slots.

Highlights include:

• Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, combining harbour views with powerful immigration history.​
• Empire State Building (unobstructed views of the city), Top of the Rock, One World Observatory, and Edge at Hudson Yards, each offering distinct perspectives on the city skyline.
• Central Park, the High Line, Brooklyn Bridge, and other outdoor spaces ideal for walking, cycling, and photography.​
• Museums such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and many more across Manhattan and the outer boroughs.​
• Times Square, Rockefeller Center (where you can score Top of the Rock tickets), Grand Central Terminal, and neighbourhoods like Greenwich Village, SoHo, and DUMBO that combine sightseeing with dining and shopping.​

SeatPick can connect you with attraction tickets and passes, helping you compare time slots and inclusions so you can fit key sights around your sports and entertainment plans.

Planning your New York visit

Whether you are a New Yorker planning a big night out or a visitor organising a once‑in‑a‑lifetime trip, SeatPick can help you save money on tickets for the right mix of games, shows, concerts, and attractions. By booking through providers that offer at least a 100% purchase guarantee, you can lock in your tickets with confidence and focus on enjoying the city.

You can't let a trip to New York pass without planning and prepping for the many great days and nights you can spend there.

From courtside drama at Madison Square Garden or a summer evening at Yankee Stadium to a Broadway musical or an observatory visit at sunset, SeatPick is your partner for finding New York tickets quickly and reliably. Secure your NYC tickets via SeatPick so you do not miss the experiences that make this city unforgettable.