As a thriving seaport in the 19th century, New York City became celebrated as a place to have fun. Sailors eagerly anticipated taking their leave in the big city, and rich travelers from around the world came to New York for its shows and high–class entertainments. During the Jazz Age, New York established a reputation as the most decadent place in the country; visitors flocked to the city to drink, party, and dance. Today it is widely recognized as a world center for arts and culture. But what do New Yorkers themselves do for fun? What goes on in this wonderful city that’s worth stopping and watching for a few minutes? And what do you do when you don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for a Broadway show or a night at the opera?
