Last-Minute NYC Gift Ideas

Looking for a great last-minute NYC gift? We’ve got your back. We know all the nooks and crannies for unique New York gifts that will truly knock someone’s socks off, no matter how picky they are. The best part of these last-minute New York City gifts is that they are all affordable for mere mortals. As always, we will save the best for last.

Grand Central Terminal

Did you know Grand Central Terminal is a wonderful place to shop? Grand Central Terminal has chain stores, but they also have a curated collection of boutiques that are handmade in New York City. During the holiday season, swing by the Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair. NYCitySlab, Loella Medina Jewelry, Electric Sunshine, and India & Purry are all local brands designed and crafted in New York. In the Lexington Passage, Brooklyn Bloke and Dry Martini can be found year-round. These designs are all created in New York City and made in the Garment District. You won’t find these items anywhere else in the world and your loved ones will be delighted.

The Tenement Museum

Skip the touristy souvenir shops and head over to the Tenement Museum Gift Shop. This one-of-a-kind gift shop is entirely New York City-themed, and the buyer has truly outdone themselves. You can get a rug shaped like a man-hole cover, fuzzy furry rat puppets, hot dog ornaments, plastic chicken purses, pigeon scarves, historical books, and more. It’s a tiny shop packed full of treasures.

NYC Experiences

What do you get that person who has everything? Try a New York City experience. You can buy tickets to a specific Broadway show, or select a gift card to an organization such as TDF. One of the best New York City gifts is a museum membership. Membership to The NYC Transit Museum gives you access to their one-of-a-kind super-exclusive City Hall tour. A visit to an observation deck lets one gaze down from the top of the world and contemplate the scene below. If they love sports, consider tickets to an exciting game or a tour of an iconic venue, such as Yankee Stadium or Madison Square Garden.

Appear on a Times Square Billboard

Most people believe that appearing on a Times Square billboard is out of their price range. Did you know you can appear once an hour for 24 hours for just $150? That means it’s cheaper to appear on a Times Square billboard for a full day than it is to buy one Broadway ticket! The Welcome to Times Square billboard is super fun for personal use, but gifting a billboard spot to a small business owner could be a total game changer! Businesses can market with a QR code and website address for as low as $250 per day. This can increase sales exponentially throughout the year, and be the gift that keeps on giving, especially in your company’s quarterly reports! Be the best friend you always wanted during the holiday season, and give the gift of “Welcome to Times Square.”