New York
Virtual Walk · USA
Take a free virtual walk through New York, USA — no passport, no flights, no account required. Nearaway streams immersive 4K walking tour footage from New York's streets, letting you explore Americas's cities from anywhere in the world. Choose from 2 different walking tour videos across the city.
Peter Minuit of the Dutch West India Company purchased Manhattan from the Lenape people in 1626 for 60 guilders' worth of trade goods. The Dutch built a fort at its southern tip and called it New Amsterdam. Britain seized it without a fight in 1664 and renamed it New York after the Duke of York — and the city has never looked back since.
New York City has 468 subway stations — more than any other city in the world. The best time for a virtual walk through New York is fall (september–november) for foliage + mild weather. Must-try local foods include NY-style pizza slice, Bagel with lox, Cheesecake.
Local Greeting
Hey / What's up
How locals say hello in New York
Best Time to Visit
Fall (September–November) for foliage + mild weather
Must Eat
Local Tip
Tip 18–20% at restaurants. Walk fast on sidewalks — stay right, pass left.
Origin Story
ColonialPeter Minuit of the Dutch West India Company purchased Manhattan from the Lenape people in 1626 for 60 guilders' worth of trade goods. The Dutch built a fort at its southern tip and called it New Amsterdam. Britain seized it without a fight in 1664 and renamed it New York after the Duke of York — and the city has never looked back since.
Fun Fact
New York City has 468 subway stations — more than any other city in the world.
Cultural Dos
- ✓Hail cabs by raising your arm
- ✓Hold doors for people behind you
Cultural Don'ts
- ✕Stand still in the middle of the sidewalk
- ✕Take photos of strangers without asking
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