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United States

Queens / Empire state reigns supreme

MeowScore 😾70/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

June

Pride Month celebrations with colorful parades and festivities.

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january

Tourists come to Queens to enjoy winter sports and see holiday decorations.

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february

Valentine's Day in Queens is special with great restaurants and romantic spots.

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march

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Queens is a must-see event with traditional music and vibrant colors.

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april

Queens is perfect to explore parks and enjoy blooming flowers in spring weather.

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may

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Queens offer authentic Mexican food and cultural activities.

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june

Queens is the best place to celebrate Pride Month with colorful parades and festivities.

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july

Summer in Queens is full of outdoor concerts, picnics, and beach vacations.

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august

Museums, botanical gardens, and cultural events make August in Queens perfect for artsy cats.

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september

Enjoy fall foliage, apple picking, and pumpkin patches in cozy weather in Queens.

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october

Halloween in Queens promises spooky fun with haunted houses, pumpkin carving, and Trick or Treating.

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november

Veteran's Day Parade and Thanksgiving Day Parade in Queens honor American history and traditions.

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december

Christmas in Queens offers festive lights, markets, and shows. A purrfect way to end the year!

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Queens offers a reasonable shopping experience for visiting cats. Some areas are cheaper, while others are more upscale. It depends on where you go.

Check out shopping malls like Queens Center and Jackson Heights for bargain prices. For upscale shopping, head to Long Island City or Astoria.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

exploring city sights

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

exploring city sights

Touring local sites and neighborhoods such as Flushing Meadows or Astoria Park.

Tipping

15-20%

standard American tipping culture

Tipping

15-20%

standard American tipping culture

Most restaurants accept credit cards and splitting the bill is common. It's customary to leave the tip in cash or on the credit card receipt.

internet situation

great Speed

Good speeds from various providers.

great Availability

Many Internet providers with good coverage.

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage from major carriers.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking possible

Many bike lanes

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ friendly

Pride parades & anti-discrimination laws.

Queens offers a purrfect urban playground, bustling with alleyways for cats to roam freely and parks for sunbathing on our owner's lap... er, moving rock.

Find whisker-licking-good food at Queens' diverse restaurants, whether you prefer to go for the classic mouse chowder or indulge in the exotic bird n' squirrel stew.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Rockaway Beach
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Astoria Park
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MoMA PS1
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Queens Night Market
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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

The mainstream

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Rockaway Beach

A sandy beach with boardwalk attractions like food stands, bike rentals, and outdoor concerts. A purrfect spot to catch some rays and waves.

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Astoria Park

A pawsome park by the East River with views of the Manhattan skyline. Features include a public pool, tennis courts, and a running track.

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MoMA PS1

A contemporary art museum housed in a former school building. Cattos will enjoy the courtyard with its fountains and mist machines.

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Queens Night Market

A cat-friendly outdoor food festival showcasing diverse cuisines from around the world. Only open on Saturdays during spring-fall.

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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

A spacious park with iconic structures like the Unisphere and Queens Museum. Has playgrounds, sports fields, a lake, and a zoo.

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Off the beaten path

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The Louis Armstrong House Museum
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Astoria Park
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Gantry Plaza State Park
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Queens County Farm Museum
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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

Off the beaten path

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The Louis Armstrong House Museum

This museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong. It's filled with his personal belongings, and even has a Japanese-inspired garden. 🎺

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Astoria Park

This park sits on the East River and offers great views of the city. It has a pool, tennis courts, and even a skate park. 🎾

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Gantry Plaza State Park

This riverside park has stunning views of Manhattan, and is perfect for a picnic or a bike ride. It's especially beautiful at sunset. 🌅

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Queens County Farm Museum

This historic farm features lots of animals and crops, and offers tours and workshops. It's a great place to escape the city for a while. 🐄

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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

This is a huge park that offers a lot of activities like paddle boating and bike riding. It's also the site of the iconic Unisphere from the 1964 World's Fair. 🌳

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biking possible

Many bike lanes

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ friendly

Pride parades & anti-discrimination laws.

Mindful meoweler tips

Jackson Heights: A True Melting Pot

Cat tourists should head to Jackson Heights for a vibrant display of cultures from South Asia and Latin America. Don't forget to try the tasty street food!

Socrates Sculpture Park: A Hidden Gem

Located in Long Island City, Socrates Park hosts outdoor art installations and has a beautiful waterfront. Perfect for cats who love art and nature!

Queens Night Market: A Foodie's Paradise

The Queens Night Market is a must-visit for cat foodies. With over 80 food vendors, this is the perfect place to try global street food and enjoy live entertainment.

Uncover Queens' Rock and Roll History

Visit Forest Hills, where legends like the Ramones and Simon & Garfunkel played at the iconic Forest Hills Stadium. Tour the stadium or catch a concert and unleash your inner rockstar cat!

Get Your Scavenger Hunt on in Flushing Meadows Park

Explore the sprawling Flushing Meadows Park and its iconic landmarks like the Unisphere and the New York Hall of Science. Challenge yourself with a scavenger hunt for a fun activity with a group of cats!

Useful external sites

www.visitqueensnyc.com

Visit Queens NYC↗

Official tourism website for Queens

queensmuseum.org

Queens Museum↗

Art museum in Flushing Meadows Corona Park

www.nycgovparks.org/parks/rockaway-beach-and-boardwalk

Rockaway Beach↗

Beach and boardwalk in Queens

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