26 best things to do in NYC this spring

These are the places that you must visit in New York right now—new classics, old favorites, and other essential sites

New York City has been called many things—the city that never sleeps, the capital of the world—but it could also be called "The City With Too Many Places to See." Between NYC's many iconic landmarks and and the new classics that regularly pop up, it can be overwhelming to decide which museum to visit, or what neighborhood is worth exploring, on any given day.

That's where we come in: Curbed's editors have chosen 26 sites—cultural institutions, parks, neighborhoods, even houses—that you must see right now. Some are the latest and greatest things to hit the scene, while others are always worth a look, no matter the season.

Looking for things to do with kids? Check out 33 family-friendly places to check out in NYC.

Want to see the city's best architecture? Check out our guides to New York's most iconic buildings, and the best Art Deco and modern architecture.

Are you a museum nerd? Visit these 13 museums with outstanding architecture, or these 17 under-the-radar cultural institutions.

[Note: Places are listed geographically, starting in Lower Manhattan and continuing north, then through the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.]