10 Straight-Up Lies Every Tourist Tells About NYC On Instagram

Basically, everything is 100 times more crowded than it looks on Instagram.

1. The Brooklyn Bridge on Instagram:

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Imagine strolling across this architectural masterpiece all by yourself.

The Brooklyn Bridge in reality:

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In your dreams!

2. Grand Central on Instagram:

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Is it any wonder this beautiful beaux-arts building is one of the 10 most-visited tourist attractions in the world?

Grand Central in reality:

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Just keep in mind 750,000 people pass through this bustling transportation hub each and every day.

3. The Statue of Liberty on Instagram:

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Lady Liberty up close is truly a sight to behold.

The Statue of Liberty in reality:

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But good luck snapping a decent photo from the Staten Island Ferry.

4. Times Square on Instagram:

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Behold, the Crossroads of the World all aglow.

Times Square in reality:

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Aglow, yes. Jam-packed with tourists craning their necks skyward? Also yes.

5. Central Park on Instagram:

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The urban oasis provides some much-needed relief from the crowds of Midtown.

Central Park in reality:

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Lol, jk.

6. Coney Island on Instagram:

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Fun, beachy vibes all summer long!

Coney Island in reality:

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But mostly long lines for Nathan's Famous hot dogs.

7. The Empire State Building observation deck on Instagram:

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Just look at that view!!!

The Empire State Building observation deck in reality:

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Oh wait...

8. Yankee Stadium on Instagram:

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😍

Yankee Stadium in reality:

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😖

9. The High Line on Instagram:

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There's no better way to see the West Side of Manhattan (and some very luxurious apartments along the way).

The High Line in reality:

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Just don't expect to have the park to yourself.

10. Rockefeller Center on Instagram:

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Rockefeller Center has it all: art, architecture, shopping, dining, studio tours...

Rockefeller Center in reality:

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...and thousands of amateur ice skaters.