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My favorite Christmas trees in New York.

In my order, from my own visits, updated September 2026. 10 places.

The Big Apple’s holiday decor is hard to beat and nothing embodies the holiday spirit more than the striking Christmas trees in New York City. But with limited vacation days, you might be wondering “where can I find the best Christmas trees in New York City?”

That’s where I come in. I’ve spent the better part of six years searching for New York City’s most decorated Christmas trees. Here’s a quick roundup of personal favorites.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Antonina’s favorite Christmas trees in New York, 2026

  1. Rockefeller Center Christmas TreeLandmark · MidtownArguably the most iconic Christmas Tree in New York City, selecting this centerpiece is no easy feat.
  2. The Christmas Tree at Bryant ParkLandmark · MidtownA stunning Christmas tree serves as the centerpiece for the buzzing market and creates a breathtaking backdrop for the massive ice skating rink.
  3. The Christmas Tree at Lotte New York PalaceHotel · MidtownOrnate and majestic, it’s one of the most elegant Christmas trees in NYC.
  4. New York Stock Exchange Christmas TreeLandmark · Financial DistrictSoaring to heights of 60 feet, it’s one of the tallest Christmas trees in New York City, reason alone to visit.
  5. Washington Square Park Christmas TreeLandmark · Greenwich VillageThe 45-foot stunner is pleasantly framed inside the arch, ready for its close-up.
  6. New York Public Library Christmas TreeLandmark · Midtown
  7. The Metropolitan Museum of Art Christmas TreeMuseum · Upper East SideThe magnificent 20-foot blue spruce is laden with silk-robed angels looming over an 18th century Neapolitan Nativity scene.
  8. South Street Seaport Christmas TreeLandmark · Financial DistrictNot to be outdone, the area’s heavily-decorated pine reaches impressive heights of sixty feet, making it one of the tallest Christmas trees in New York City.
  9. Radio City Music HallTheater · MidtownThe location has been featured in numerous films, from Home Alone 2 to The Godfather, making it one of the most recognizable Christmas trees in NYC.
  10. American Museum Of Natural History Origami TreeMuseum · Upper West Side

On the map

Where they are.

5 neighborhoods, Midtown and Financial District most of all.

Midtown

Financial District

Greenwich Village

Upper East Side

Upper West Side

Antonina’s favorite Christmas trees in New York, 2026

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 11 Awe-Inspiring New York City Christmas Trees (2026 Guide).