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18 Amazing Things In NYC That Will Give Your Friends FOMO

There’s a whole world outside your apartment to explore, so get out there and #SeeYourCity.

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by NYCgo

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1. Ice Cream Rolls at 10Below Ice Cream.

2. Jazz Brunch at the Harlem Tavern.

3. Spectacular things at Tannen's Magic.

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Where: 45 W. 34th St., Herald Square

What: See some magic at NYC's oldest magic shop, founded in 1925. Whether you're looking to see a spectacle or collect some fun trinkets for yourself, Tannen's has it all.

4. Dazzling acrobatics at House Of Yes.

5. A tropical escape at Brooklyn Crab.

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Where: 24 Reed St., Red Hook

What: No matter the season, this restaurant will take you to a tropical place with its tiki decor and incredible seafood.

6. Therapy via laughter at Gotham Comedy Club.

Where: 208 W. 23rd St., Chelsea

What: Gotham Comedy Club opened in 1996 and has since been treating New Yorkers and visitors to great sets from acts like Dave Chapelle.

7. Birthday cake croissants at Union Fare.

8. Coffee with an artsy touch at Gasoline Alley Coffee.

9. A serious vinyl collection at Rough Trade.

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Where: 64 N. 9th St., Williamsburg

What: Dig through their extensive vinyl collection or catch an intimate concert at this Brooklyn venue.

10. Classic bagels from Barney Greengrass.

11. Getting lost inside a great STORY.

Where: 144 10th Ave., Chelsea

What: At STORY, every time you visit, you have the chance of walking into a completely different store. STORY is conceptualized like a magazine, so it changes its product lineup every four to eight weeks like a gallery. And, like the best stores, it sells cool stuff.

12. Massive play spaces at Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club.

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Where: 514 Union St., Gowanus

What: Challenge your friends to board games before taking to the shuffleboard court.

13. Other-worldly doughnuts at Dough.

14. Local threads from Harlem Underground.

15. Celebrity-approved sweets at Mondel Chocolates.

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Where: 2913 Broadway, Morning Side Heights

What: This old school candy store that was a favorite of Katharine Hepburn will surround you with nostalgic joy.

16. Super cheesy goodness at Landin Mac & Cheese.

17. Mouthwatering pies at Pizzeria Giove.

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Where: 278 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island

What: Making the trek to Staten Island is worth it for one of their slices. The savory cured meats, the fresh herbs, and the lightly charred crust makes for one pie you'll be dreaming of for days to come.

18. Good tunes and great bowling at Brooklyn Bowl.

For more inspiration of FOMO-inducing places to #SeeYourCity in NYC, check out nycgo.com.