EAR PLUGS
to reduce city noise pollution like Eargasm or Loop
WATERPROOF JACKET
It should be long enough to cover your butt so you can sit on a wet surface.
LAYERS
It may be hot in sun and chilly in shade, make sure layers are easy to take on and off. (ex: sweatshirt, denim jacket, button up shirt, long sleeve shirts, long pants, tights, hat)
MINI UMBRELLA
SMALL/MEDIUM BACKPACK/BAG
It should be large enough to fit a light jacket and water bottle inside. Bag should be comfortable and disperse weight evenly like a cross body/ fanny pack/ backpack... no sore shoulders.
TRIED AND TRUE COMFORTABLE SHOES
PORTABLE CHARGER
like Nimble Charger
HAND SANITIZER/WIPES/TISSUES
like Lavender Hand Sanitizer Wipes
REUSABLE FOLD UP BAG
like Baggu to keep in your bag in case you buy souvenirs or have leftover food
OPEN TOE SHOES
You don't want to get street gunk on your toes
BRAND NEW SHOES
You will get blisters
SMALL PURSE
Don't carry anything useless
DON'T BUY A METROCARD
You can use tap to pay on all subways and busses