Potential visitors are often intimidated by the weather in New York at this time of year, but it is a shame that they are: this is the time of year when the most activities are available, indoors and outdoors.
The highlight of the summer is most certainly Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show, when the sky lights up like a million candles. The best place to view the show is along either side of the East River, near the Brooklyn Bridge.