10 Unique Selfie Ideas to Try in New York
Tired of the same old photos in front of famous landmarks? Here are 10 fun and creative selfie ideas to make your New York trip unforgettable.
1/ Face Off with Times Square Characters
The setting for countless films, Times Square draws crowds of costumed performers dressed as movie and TV characters. For a few dollars, they’re happy to pose for photos with you. Here’s my favorite shot: “Super” Chris Bonnefoy versus America’s greatest superheroes. Who wins?
2/ Jump Over the Brooklyn Bridge
To pull off this stunning shot, you need two things: a skilled photographer and an athletic model ready for the stunt. Stephanie Attia and her daughter Marine nailed the timing perfectly! Special mention to Marine for that Olympic-level jump. Now it’s your turn on the Brooklyn Bridge. We’re waiting to see your photos!
3/ Hold the Empire State Building in Your Hand
The Empire State Building stands 443 m (1,454 ft) tall, yet it’s entirely possible to fit it in your hand. Laurence and his mom proved it with this perfect selfie. For a shot like this, head to the terrace at 230 Fifth bar, which offers stunning views of the landmark.
4/ Touch the Naked Cowboy’s Backside
Back to Times Square for a photo that will make you smile: touching the Naked Cowboy, Times Square’s most iconic character. Sophie nailed it with this cheeky shot. Rain or shine, whether it’s 30°C (86°F) or -10°C (14°F), this living advertisement is always there on Times Square—in his underwear. Cameras ready!
5/ Pose with a Police Officer
You’ll quickly discover that New York police officers are happy to take photos with tourists. It seems to be part of the job! Here, EL Le sent us a photo of his friend with a smiling officer, and you can even spot an NYPD patrol car in the background. Perfect!
6/ Dress as a New York Firefighter
Firefighters, like police officers, are very approachable when they’re not on a call. But Smain Stanley went even further—he managed to put on a complete New York firefighter uniform. Next time you see firefighters in New York, make sure it’s not Smain in disguise!
7/ Make a Heart with Your Hands
If you love New York, prove it! Stephanie Attia sent us this beautifully executed photo of a heart framing American flags. A lovely way to say “I love New York” with your hands!
8/ Jump in Front of the Love Sculpture
Another perfect spot for a selfie: the Love sculpture at the corner of 6th Avenue and 55th Street. Alain Vie’s photo is especially great because his companion was wearing an American flag t-shirt. When you love New York, you’ve got to show it!
9/ Try a Quirky American Dish
Looking at Franck Bonduau’s expression in this hilarious selfie, you might want to skip some American dishes. Here he’s facing fried dough balls filled with strawberry jam, carrot cake, sugar, and chocolate. Naturally, Franck ordered a Coke to wash it down. “A Diet Coke to feel better about myself,” he wrote!
10/ Show Off Our Site’s Colors
Since 2008, before the word “selfie” was even invented LOL, I’ve been inviting you to photograph yourselves with a sign in our site’s colors. Here’s Angy with the biggest sign ever made in our site’s history! Your turn now!
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