NYC Unwrapped: An Elliman Guide to Gotham’s Best Winter Wonderlands

One of the gifts of celebrating the holidays in New York City is watching the way December transforms the city and brings out the wintry magic we wait for all year. For this most wonderful time, Douglas Elliman’s NYC Unwrapped holiday guide offers a round-up of recommendations for seasonal events and attractions across Manhattan, Brooklyn and The Bronx. If you’re looking to enjoy some outdoor fun or see some holiday displays, here are a few of our favorite winter wonderlands to visit this time of year. Bryant Park Winter Village Glide around NYC’s only free-admission ice skating rink (bring skates or rent on-site), peruse the Holiday Shops and kick back at The Lodge. The Christmas Tree Lighting at Rockefeller Center The 80th annual tree lighting will feature an 80-year-old, 80-foot-tall spruce adorned with 45,000 LED lights and a 550-pound Swarovski star. Sledding at Owl’s Head Park This Bay Ridge park not only boasts some of the city’s best sledding—it also offers stunning views of the New York harbor and skyline. New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show The model trains return to the Bronx for their 30th year of winding their way through a miniature wonderland of NYC landmarks. View the complete NYC Unwrapped holiday guide .