Spring 2020 NYC Official Visitor Guide

2 NYC & Company | Official Visitor Guide Welcome! Dear Friends, Welcome to New York! As the record-breaking 66.9 million people who visited our city last year already know, the countless attractions of the five boroughs make it a destination like no other. Spring is a wonderful time to explore our diverse neighborhoods and beautiful parks as they come to life after winter. To view a dazzling landscape of blooming flowers, head to the Bronx’s New York Botanical Garden and take in Kusama: Cosmic Nature , an installation by acclaimed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Another cultural highlight this season is the Queens New Music Festival, which features live concerts of contemporary music. Kids will have fun and learn about environmental stewardship as the Staten Island Children’s Museum celebrates the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. The warmer days signal the return of the outdoor Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg markets, where shoppers can peruse creations by local artisans and sample food from a variety of cuisines. Springtime also brings with it the excitement of America’s pastime, so be sure to watch the Yankees or Mets play an action-packed game. Sports fans can also catch New York City Football Club matches at Yankee Stadium, and learn about the fascinating history and impact of hoops in the five boroughs at the Museum of the City of New York’s multimedia exhibit City/Game: Basketball in New York . I hope that you enjoy your stay in New York City, and that you are inspired to visit us again soon. Sincerely, Bill de Blasio Mayor