July 4th fireworks in NYC

Old Jun 30th, 2016, 05:08 PM
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July 4th fireworks in NYC

Hi all,
I've posted this in the lounge too.My SO and I are going to be in NY this weekend with friends and we'd like to see the July 4th fireworks. Can anyone recommend a place where we'll have a decent view of them but doesn't cost a bundle (or anything)?

Our hotel is the Omni Berkshire at Madison and 54th and it has a roof garden. Would we be able to see them from there?

Thanks muchly.
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Old Jun 30th, 2016, 07:20 PM
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It will be absolutely free the FDR Drive.
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Old Jul 1st, 2016, 11:05 AM
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Along with a half a million other people. Places with roof top views open to the public are probably mostly sol out by now - and would probably be very big $.
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This might be helpful for you: http://gothamist.com/2016/07/01/map_...ks.php#photo-1

In my experience, watching fireworks from rooftops can be hit or miss - sometimes it's a great view and sometimes there are other big buildings nearby that can obstruct the view. The hotel staff might be able to tell you if their roof is a good place to see the fireworks. Watching by the FDR Drive is free but it can get crowded so you might have to get there early to get a good spot.
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Old Jul 1st, 2016, 06:20 PM
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We're here now and alas I'm told our hotel roof bar won't provide a view. I think we're just going to meander about our normal business and see as much of the fireworks as we can from wherever we are.

Thanks, everyone!
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