4th of July Vacation -- NYC vs DC (best, place, Boston)

[Mutiny77]

Originally Posted by UAE50

There is not a day in the 365 calendar day calendar year in which Washington, DC would be a better idea than New York.

Not true, and it completely depends on what you're wanting to do. For instance, does NY have presidential inaugurations?

[Deluusions]

Originally Posted by UAE50

There is not a day in the 365 calendar day calendar year in which Washington, DC would be a better idea than New York.

That's dead.

[ColdAilment]

Originally Posted by UAE50

There is not a day in the 365 calendar day calendar year in which Washington, DC would be a better idea than New York.

Different strokes for different folks.

[tcave360]

Originally Posted by Deluusions

That's dead.

I concur.

[dvxhd]

I'm giving DC a slight edge for the symbolism. New York was the original capital, but DC has been the capital far longer and it has a virtual trophy case of American history along the Mall, most notably in the Smithsonian. I absolutely love New York and have even taken an unorthodox method to get a job there (via Phoenix), but solely for that holiday I would choose DC because I think it would be more meaningful. Furthermore, I think the festivities would be a distraction from everything else New York has to offer, as I think that city has more than several lifetimes could afford.

[Poncey]

If you're going on the trip solo, I'd give the edge to NYC. If going with someone who has never been to DC before or with a child, DC all the way.

[BigCityDreamer]

I have not had the chance to see the 4th of July fireworks in New York City. Must be exciting. Wonder where the main fireworks display is.

In Washington DC, you want to be close to the monument. It gets extremely crowded, so you should try to get there several hours early if possible. I took the metro once, and even that gets ridiculously crowded.

[Icemodeled]

I would choose DC, without question for me.

[kyb01]

Originally Posted by nmboltsfan

Which city, New York or Washington, is better to spend the 4th of July in?

There's only like a $15 difference in airfare from ABQ for that weekend, so which is a better bet as far as things to do, events, fireworks shows, free activities, overall "cool" factor.

I've been to both cities before, so looking for more specific comparisons surrounding 4th of July activities (Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, National Parade, etc.).

Thanks!

Why not go to the city where the Declaration of Independence was actually agreed upon and signed?!

Sheesh...

Philadelphia's "Welcome America" July 4th festival is worth a look see.

[ColdAilment]

Originally Posted by kyb01

Why not go to the city where the Declaration of Independence was actually agreed upon and signed?!

Sheesh...

Philadelphia's "Welcome America" July 4th festival is worth a look see.

Lol, because the OP is not asking about Philadelphia.