Two show days: what do you do in between them?

Since we live about 3 hours from the city, we do three show weekends to save travel time. We for the past few trips have been aimless between Saturday’s matinee and evening performances. Even with a long dinner at 1.5 hours, we still have often almost 2 hours to kill. We stay about a 30 minute walk from most theaters (east of TS) so going to the hotel and back is a bit of a waste.

We’ve done the drama bookshop to death. And the conventional book store. We despise Times Square. We’ve walked every neighborhood in Manhattan multiple times.

What do you do? We are looking for new ideas!

Only 2 hours near theatre district? I'd try MOMA, 53rd Street.

My favorite thing to do between shows is find a treat, find a seat and people watch. 

I never tire of visiting Central Park.  Then hit the The Shops at Columbus Circle.

Thanks all! I totally forgot Hudson Yard had opened. 

qolbinau said: "Look for a grindr hookup."

Are you listed?

 

If you're looking for a more restful option, I recommend hanging out in the Signature Center on 42nd and 10th Ave. It's further away than, say, the Mariott, but it's a more welcoming environment. (recently, the Mariott has become increasingly unaccommodating to people hanging out in the lobby - not that they kick people out, but they got rid of some of the comfy chairs, and covered up the electrical outlets). 

So yeah, for me - Signature Center is the way to go. Grab a book, grab a newspaper, play on your phone, or just sit and chat with your +1. Whatever you want - like I said, this is great if you're looking to rest and recharge. 

I visit NY several times a year. Weather permitting, I've done the following:

Take a walking tour.  There are dozens available from food & bars to museums & landmarks to art & architecture; there's always something knew to learn.

Ride the subway. The Bronx Zoo, the unisphere in Queens, Coney Island, etc, are accessible without being exhausting. 

On those cold and rainy days I treat myself to a bit of pampering. A haircut, a massage, a mani-pedi. 

But mostly I eat, drink and nap.