NYC Daytrip Sugestions

Hey All;

Im thinking of taking my niece to do some street photography in NYC next Monday 12/28, its been like 20 years since Ive been there so I am a little lost on what I can do outside of the clear Touristy spots. Im coming from NH so I wanted to know if anyone has suggestions travel wise on where to go , interesting places and and maybe what's reachable in a day walking / Subway wise once we are in the City.

I am thinking of driving in really early in the AM but also not sure what the best central spot to park would be or is park and ride outside the city a better option?

We are only bringing one body / one glass each, don't want to be burdened by EQ.

any suggestions are much appreciated.

thx!

Carlos

I can't relate to NYC. I live near Chicago. Trips into the city by train are a lot easier than by car. Parking is expensive and driving in the city is a nightmare. I park about 50 miles out and take the train in. It is cheaper than driving/parking and I don't waste any daylight dealing with car issues.

Since two of you are going, take two cameras, with one lens on each. I'd take 17-40, or 24-105 - which ever your prefer, and something exceedingly wide. I have a Sigma 15mm FE and a Rokinon 12mm FE. One of them would be along for the ride.

I get to NYC once or twice a year. I like photographing in the lower east side. Always something interesting in Harlem too. Walking over the Brooklyn bridge has good opportunities and you can get some good skyline/bridge shots from the Brooklyn side. If you want to take a break from shooting the International Centre of Photography has a Steve McCurry exhibit going on. On the lower east side the tenement museum is a must see. They used to offer (probably still do) a walking tour of the lower east side which is a good way to familiarize yourself with the area and you can keep clicking while on the tour as well.

Good to know! I'll look those up and make some map plans