{"id":166095,"date":"2026-01-23T11:09:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:09:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/blog\/?p=166095"},"modified":"2026-01-28T07:35:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T07:35:45","slug":"10-things-to-know-before-going-to-times-square","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/10-things-to-know-before-going-to-times-square\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things every visitor should know before going to Times Square"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve never been to Times Square, it\u2019s easy to underestimate how many people throng this popular NYC attraction. You picture bright screens, a few tourists and street performers, maybe a quick photo, and then you move on. That assumption lasts about thirty seconds after you arrive!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Times Square draws over 220,000 visitors per day (330,000 on peak days), totaling <\/span>50\u00a0million\u00a0visitors a year.<\/span><\/a> This makes it one of the most visited places on the planet, not just in New York. In fact, their official website proudly proclaims that “more people walk through Times Square than live in Iceland.” Times Square ends up being louder, busier, and more intense than most visitors plan for. Added to this is the fact that most of the people around you are visitors or tourists, many of them first-timers. It is therefore imperative that visitors be aware of certain things before they head to Times Square. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. It\u2019s crowded pretty much all the time!<\/h2>\n

As we mentioned earlier, hundreds of thousands of people visit or pass through Times Square on an average day, and that number is much higher\u00a0<\/span>during holidays<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0peak\u00a0tourist seasons.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At times, the sheer volume of the crowd tends to catch visitors off guard. Even short walks take longer than expected. Stopping to take photos or look around often means stepping aside, because standing still in the middle of the sidewalk doesn\u2019t work here. As for crossing streets, it demands saint-like levels of patience!\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0visiting with kids, traveling in a group, or on a tight schedule,\u00a0you\u2019d\u00a0do well to plan around this. Times Square is manageable, but only if\u00a0you\u00a0account for the fact that it rarely gives you space to move quickly.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Parking near Times Square ain’t easy<\/span><\/h2>\n

Driving to Times Square might sound easy, but once\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0there,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0a whole different story. With heavy traffic, lane closures, tour buses, and busy crosswalks, even finding a parking garage can take a while. Parking spots are even harder to find, and\u00a0there\u2019s\u00a0always a lot of demand.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prices change depending on the season or events. Driving around looking for a spot just adds more stress to an already busy place.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0going to drive, you might want to book Times Square parking<\/a> ahead of time.\u00a0That way, you can spend your time enjoying Times Square instead of worrying about your car.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Driving through Times Square is not a great idea<\/h2>\n

NYC traffic, especially in and around Manhattan, can be a nightmare at the best of times. Times Square\u00a0is at\u00a0Manhattan\u2019s busiest crossroads.\u00a0You can imagine the volume of traffic in Times Square.\u00a0Heavy pedestrian crossings, frequent signals, bus stops, and ride-share pickups mean cars move slowly most of the day.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So if you think you can just drive through, stop for a minute, and then drive again, \u00a0you might be in for an unpleasant surprise. In reality, you\u2019ll probably spend more time sitting in traffic than moving. Driving works if you want to get near Times Square, but not if you want to go through it.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Timing matters more than most people expect<\/h2>\n

Times Square is busy 24\/7 and\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0really have a clean off-peak time.\u00a0However, even here, the intensity of the crowds varies.\u00a0For instance, midday and early evening are usually the busiest times, especially between late morning and 9 pm. Tour groups, families, and\u00a0first-timers\u00a0tend to visit during these times. Late nights are a bit quieter and have a different vibe altogether (more on that later).\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you want to see the lights without feeling boxed in, late evening on a weekday usually works better than weekends or afternoons. If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0visiting with kids or older family members,\u00a0it’s\u00a0easier to manage earlier in the day, even if\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0still busy.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. You don\u2019t need as much time here as you think <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

A lot of visitors plan to spend\u00a0hours and hours\u00a0in Times Square, but they often run out of things to do sooner than they thought. Unless\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0going to a Broadway show or a specific attraction, most people finish their visit in 30 to 60 minutes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That amount of time is usually enough time to walk around, take photos, and soak up the atmosphere without getting tired or bored. If you plan to stay too long, you might end up frustrated.\u00a0A short, focused visit is what usually works best.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Be wary of tourist prices<\/h2>\n

Food, drinks, and even water\u00a0<\/span>cost more<\/span><\/a>\u00a0in and around Times Square. Most people know this, but it still surprises them.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many nearby restaurants rely on one-time visitors, so prices are higher and quality can vary.\u00a0We\u2019re\u00a0not saying\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0got to skip eating here, but it helps to keep your expectations in check. Walking a few blocks away usually gets you better prices and food.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Street performers are part of the experience<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll\u00a0see costumed characters, musicians, and performers all over, and these interactions are usually less casual than they seem.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do keep in mind that if you take a photo with a costumed character,\u00a0they\u00a0usually\u00a0<\/span>expect a tip<\/span><\/a>. Declining politely is fine. However, ignoring them mid-interaction can be quite awkward, especially if you have kids, since characters gravitate to them and vice versa. Knowing this before you go helps you avoid feeling pressured or caught off guard.<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Times Square is not a shortcut<\/h2>\n

On a map, Times Square might seem like a quick way to get between neighborhoods.\u00a0But when you\u2019re walking, it usually isn\u2019t.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Crowds, stops, and plazas all slow you down. If you\u2019re in a hurry, it\u2019s better to go around Times Square than through it. This is especially true in the evenings and on weekends.<\/span><\/p>\n

9. The Crossroads of the World can be overwhelming<\/h2>\n

With massive screens, flashing signage, and constant motion, Times Square\u00a0literally screams\u00a0for your attention from every direction.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is very intentional.\u00a0The idea is that you slow down, look up, and hang around there longer.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0impressive, but it can get tiring if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0not ready for it. Take short breaks, move to the edges, or limit your time to enjoy it more.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

10. It\u2019s even better at night! \u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Times Square is busy during the day, but at night it truly comes into its own and transforms into what most people picture. When the sun sets, the billboards light up, and\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0when it starts to look just like all those scenes\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0seen in movies and online.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is when the lights come on, your photos look better, and the place matches what most people imagine.\u00a0That\u2019s\u00a0also why\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0most crowded at night, especially on weekends, so be ready for noise and big crowds. If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0only going once, nighttime is usually\u00a0best.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve never been to Times Square, it\u2019s easy to underestimate how many people throng this popular NYC attraction. You picture bright screens, a few tourists and street performers, maybe a quick photo, and then you move on. That assumption lasts about thirty seconds after you arrive!\u00a0\u00a0 Times Square draws over 220,000 visitors per day… Continue reading 10 Things every visitor should know before going to Times Square<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":166096,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[352],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-166095","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n10 Things every visitor should know before going to Times Square<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Planning a visit to Times Square, NYC? 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