A New Yorker's ultimate guide to the New York City subway answering FAQs about how to ride the NYC subway in a New York City public transit guide for tourists. Includes insider tips for NYC subway, NYC subway etiquette, the best New York subway apps, & h
When the MTA unveiled its redesigned subway map last month, I spent a lot of time focusing on the inside. In light of the new design of the schematic presentation…
Whenever I visit New York City, my goal is to either walk or take public transportation as much as possible. On my most recent trips, I did take a few taxis; however, probably 95% of the
Though you and I are only familiar with a single MTA map, dozens of other maps have attempted to make the NYC subway, er, reasonably comprehensive over
Snapped by Swiss photographer Willy Spiller in the 1970s and '80s, this great collection of vintage photographs really capture what it was like on the NEw York City subway during that time.…
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Next time the MTA needs to redesign our bus and subway maps, they should take a few pointers from the tech wizards of 422 South. The visual effects and animation company created a brilliant glowing...
NYC family adventure awaits! Plan your perfect 3 days with our itinerary. Explore top museums, discover hidden gem attractions, and find budget-friendly eats.
Nyc Transit Electrical Helper Test Guide. GitHub Gist: instantly share code, notes, and snippets.
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This site is an archival record of a first edition NYCTA Graphics Standards Manual designed by Massimo Vignelli and Bob Noorda of Unimark International. Fascinating fact: The manual was found in a …
The New York Transit Museum in Brooklyn is a favorite for kids and off the beaten path so you don't have to worry about crowds and chaos.
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Want to know how to use the NYC subway? Taking the New York subway can be a headache! Here's a guide on how to use the NYC subway as a tourist!
If you are looking for a delightful museum in New York City, consider the New York Transit Museum! Located inside an unused subway station in downtown Brooklyn, there is plenty of space to explore …
A guide to the best mobile apps for navigating NYC and using its vast transit system.
The New York Transit Museum in Brooklyn, New York is a quirky, underrated museum you must check out. Here's why, how, and what you'll see...
In the city you could inhabit for a lifetime and never run out of things to do, here's where to start.
Get secret, expert tips on how to get from Newark Airport to Manhattan. This way, you can quickly and easily travel around NYC like a true local.
New York City’s subway in the late 1970s and '80s looked like it came straight out of the Walter Hill cult classic, Warriors. Graffiti-covered train cars,
The design world lost a beloved giant with the death of Massimo Vignelli in May of 2014. Last fall, the New York City Transit Authority Graphics...
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The following blog post is written by NYG&B President D. Joshua Taylor. If you are interested in hearing even more about this topic from Joshua, watch our free webinar on this subject at the bottom of this article. I first came across the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) as a young genealogist, when at age 10 I learned of my grandmother’s membership in the DAR. Her mother (my great-grandmother) was active in her state chapter, and her mother (my second great-grandmother) and grandmother (my third great-grandmother) were also members.
Sube al NYC Ferry y disfruta de unas vistas increíbles. Precio, rutas y recomendaciones para usar el ferry de Nueva York.
With the rise of autonomous transportation technology in the U.S., what implementable strategies can help a dense urban landscape like New York City prepare efficiently for a driverless future? Design teams from around the world proposed their ideas in...
Whether it’s a train cemetery in Bolivia or an Art Deco subway station underneath New York, these abandoned places are snapshots of history frozen in time.
Plus, welcome back, W train!
Long Branch NJ, is a true “Jersey Shore Experience” - the Atlantic Ocean, the beaches, the incredible sunrises - but so much closer to NYC.
In 1854, Elizabeth Jennings was forcibly kicked off a horsecar. Her fight changed the city.
With the rise of autonomous transportation technology in the U.S., what implementable strategies can help a dense urban landscape like New York City prepare efficiently for a driverless future? Design teams from around the world proposed their ideas in...
An equally fulfilling alternative, hiking, allows for one to enjoy nature at a free cost. If you are looking for something fun to do this summer and are lookin
Five proposed and in-progress subway and rail lines in NYC: the Second Avenue subway, East Side Access, Triboro RX, Rockaway Branch, Metro North Expansion
Queens, New York is becoming more of a destination for travelers, thanks to its food, culture, and history. Here are ten reasons why you should schedule a visit.
Simple urban math. HT @CadenaGaitan
A close up of the MTA's subway coverage in Manhattan. Credit: MTA of New York.
