Free Central Park audio guide - Explore all 840 acres 🎧

Hello hello,

"But the city makes up for its hazards and its deficiencies by supplying its citizens with massive doses of a supplementary vitamin — the sense of belonging to something unique, cosmopolitan and unparalleled." — E.B. White

In this week’s newsletter:

🎧 Central Park Audio Guide - 100% free way to explore Manhattan’s oasis

📚 Here Is New York - A quick read that captures the energy of New York City

⚾️ NY Mets Game Guide - Including our top picks for Asian food in NYC’s cuisine hot spot

🎫 Events We Love This Week: June 18-25 - Free silent disco for International Yoga Day

🥟You’ll Have to Check It Out - The best wontons you’ll ever taste

On we go!👇

(Don’t miss this week’s dog tax at the end.. 👀)

Note: As always, this email was written by an actual human who lives in NYC, not artificial intelligence. 🥸

Central Park Audio Guide 🎧

While you can certainly book guided tours of Central Park, those cost money & require you to be there at a specific time and for a certain amount of time.

If you’re more of a DIY explorer and like to go at your own pace, the free Central Park Audio Guides are for you!

These guides offer historical information, fun facts, and little-known tidbits of info about 40+ landmarks. Each audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, and ASL.

For most locations, the audio snippets range anywhere from 90 seconds up to about 4 1/2 minutes.

There are two ways you can use the Central Park Audio Guides; learn about both now. ⏬

NY Mets Game Guide ⚾️

Attending a New York Mets game at Citi Field is a phenomenal experience for locals and tourists alike.

With its proximity to some excellent Asian food in Flushing, cheap ticket prices (generally), and a fun atmosphere, it's an activity we highly recommend!

Even if you don’t love sports, it’s a fairly-priced activity that allows you to explore a new part of the city and experience the ambiance of this beautiful stadium.

Listen to the quick guide to NY Mets games here! 

(We also cover some of the best spots to eat in nearby Flushing, a true mecca for foodies.)

Events We Love This Week: June 18-25, 2025

In the city this week? Here are some fun events we’re keeping an eye on.

International Yoga Day Free Silent Disco - June 21

Join Shape Up NYC in celebrating International Yoga Day at a free fitness silent disco at Thomas Jefferson Park. Yoga classes will be led by instructors Rika and Michele.

Yoga mats will be given away to participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more and register here.

BRESH Latin Party at Pier 17 - June 21

“One of the world’s biggest Latin parties is heading to one of New York’s coolest venues. On Saturday, June 21, BRESH is taking over The Rooftop at Pier 17 for a high energy sunset celebration.

Get ready for a glittery bash of all things pop, reggaeton and more. Along with some of the biggest reggaeton hits, guests will be able to take in sweeping sunset views and hit the dance floor to some high energy beats.”

Learn more & get discounted tickets here.

You’ll Have to Check It Out - White Bear

Few places have cultivated as much of a cult following as White Bear in Flushing.

Their wontons in chili oil (the #6) are otherworldly.

It’s a small, single-family operation that has been around for decades, where a few people handle all aspects, from taking your order to preparing the food.

Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and cash only. Do NOT miss it.

Check out White Bear here.

Have a great week,

Ashley & Devin from Better Together Here 🥟