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Sometimes called the "center of the universe", New York City is renowned for its landmarks, international influence, wealth, and diversity. Author Pearl S. Buck once summed it up: "As for New York City, it is a place apart. There is not its match in any other country in the world."
47 quizzes and 520 New York City trivia questions and fun facts.
1.
42nd Street
  42nd Street   top quiz  
Photo Match
 10 Qns
A Walking Tour of NYC's Famed 42nd Street
Oh yes, you certainly can "hear the beat of dancing feet on 42nd Street" but your feet can also take you to some great places. Join me on a walking tour as we discover some "hidden gems" in Midtown Manhattan!
Easier, 10 Qns, sally0malley, May 23 24
Recommended for grades: 10,11,12
Easier
sally0malley gold member
May 23 24
259 plays
2.
  Nearly Ultimate New York 3    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Here is the third of my quizzes on New York. City, that is. Have a blast!
Very Difficult, 15 Qns, rootsgrrl, May 11 11
Very Difficult
rootsgrrl
1113 plays
3.
  Let's Tour New York City   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
Come with me on a tour of New York City. There are many interesting sites to see, so let's hop on the bus and meet your tour guide.
Easier, 20 Qns, fredsixties, Jul 07 23
Easier
fredsixties
Jul 07 23
4968 plays
4.
Calm in Chaos  The Parks of Manhattan
  Calm in Chaos - The Parks of Manhattan   best quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
It's the city that never sleeps, but surely there's a respite from the crazy hustle and bustle that is New York City, right? See what you know about ten of Manhattan's parks, all located in the thick of it in The Big Apple. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, kyleisalive, Jan 06 18
Average
kyleisalive editor
301 plays
5.
  The Big Apple Quiz for Experts editor best quiz   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A little bit of everything about New York City. Hope you enjoy it.
Average, 10 Qns, vikan, Sep 01 19
Average
vikan
Sep 01 19
9704 plays
6.
Staten Island NY The Forgotten Borough
  Staten Island, NY: The Forgotten Borough    
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
See if you can use the ten photos to help you answer the questions about Staten Island, NY.
Average, 10 Qns, bernie73, Aug 27 19
Average
bernie73 gold member
Aug 27 19
244 plays
7.
  The Streets of New York City    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here's a bit of a mix about some of New York City's street names for your quizzing pleasure!
Average, 10 Qns, sally0malley, Sep 07 14
Average
sally0malley gold member
3282 plays
8.
  The City That Never Sleeps   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
It's the Big Apple, the City that Never Sleeps, but how much do you know about NYC?
Tough, 15 Qns, Elanor, Dec 18 23
Tough
Elanor
Dec 18 23
3935 plays
9.
  New York City Landmarks   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A tribute to the Big Apple and all the wonderful fun places that make New York City the city that never sleeps.
Average, 10 Qns, Mickey1229, Oct 14 19
Average
Mickey1229
Oct 14 19
1998 plays
10.
  Which New York City Borough?   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The five boroughs of New York City are home to many sight-seeing destinations. How familiar are you with the location of these tourist-friendly spots?
Easier, 10 Qns, saturnchick23, Dec 11 16
Easier
saturnchick23
932 plays
trivia question Quick Question
We continue on the west side of Manhattan for a stop at this floating museum dedicated to the branches of the U.S. military. What is it?

From Quiz "Let's Tour New York City"




11.
  Places I Remember - NYC   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
In my life, I've been fortunate to live in some interesting places and times. I'll give you information about landmarks, tourist sites etc. You figure out what they are. New York City 1940s - 50s.
Average, 25 Qns, alexis722, Jul 05 14
Average
alexis722
858 plays
12.
  The Bronx   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
"Da Bronx": one of New York City's five boroughs, this quiz will cover some interesting facts, history and landmarks located in The Bronx. Hope you all enjoy it, and maybe you'll find out something you didn't know. Good luck.
Average, 10 Qns, fredsixties, Apr 19 17
Average
fredsixties
1645 plays
13.
  A Devious Demon NYC Tourist Itinerary   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Several members of the Devious Demons decided to go to team member nycdmc70's birthday party in New York, and while they were there they did some sightseeing. What places did the Demons visit?
Average, 10 Qns, mlcmlc, Oct 21 15
Average
mlcmlc gold member
1141 plays
14.
  The Lesser Known Islands of New York City   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Most know that Manhattan is an island, but there are many smaller islands that are also part of New York City. I'll give you the clues and you name the islands.
Average, 10 Qns, Readesmom, Oct 12 09
Average
Readesmom gold member
539 plays
15.
  New York Streets   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about New York City Streets.
Average, 10 Qns, nyirene330, Apr 28 09
Average
nyirene330
1363 plays
16.
  New York's Central Park   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
New York's Central Park has gone from one of America's greatest parks to a metaphor for urban blight and now back to a haven in the midst of chaotic Manhattan. See how much you know about one of New York's top tourist attractions.
Tough, 10 Qns, rocco6557, Jan 19 08
Tough
rocco6557
1142 plays
17.
  Brooklyn Neighborhoods   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is devoted to the many wonderful and diverse neighborhoods of the great borough of Brooklyn.
Average, 10 Qns, rosieg823, Feb 26 10
Average
rosieg823
890 plays
18.
  Which New York City Borough III?   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Take a trip with me around the five boroughs of New York City. Along the way, you're sure to learn some interesting information about the greatest city in the world!
Average, 10 Qns, saturnchick23, Mar 31 20
Average
saturnchick23
Mar 31 20
503 plays
19.
  Brooklyn Born   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Fuhgeddaboudit! I was born in Brooklyn, one of the five boroughs of New York City. Let's see if you can correctly identify several areas within the County of Kings.
Average, 10 Qns, RedHook13, Nov 10 19
Average
RedHook13 gold member
Nov 10 19
292 plays
20.
  It's Not Called the "Big" Apple for Nothing    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Examples of things that are the biggest in the world and can be found in New York.
Easier, 10 Qns, stageball, Dec 28 18
Easier
stageball
Dec 28 18
1347 plays
21.
  Which New York City Borough II?   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
There are so many places to see in New York City. Here's another quiz about some of the sights of The Big Apple.
Average, 10 Qns, saturnchick23, Jan 15 13
Average
saturnchick23
465 plays
22.
  Little-Known Non-Scandinavian New York   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
New York City, long known for its desolate mountains, icy fjords and "midnight sun", is of course a major Scandinavian outpost, but Nordic influence has not extended to all parts of the Apple. Use 26-letter alphabet for your answers!
Average, 10 Qns, coolupway, Oct 28 09
Average
coolupway
791 plays
23.
  New York City Geography   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I will describe certain landmarks, locations, and distinct characteristics of specific locations on the island of Manhattan and the boroughs of New York City. It's up to you to tell me where I'm talking about.
Average, 10 Qns, Youadoodledoo, Jan 31 09
Average
Youadoodledoo
2564 plays
24.
  The Isle of Staten   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Not many people know much about Staten Island except those of us who live here. Hopefully this quiz will encouage you to visit us.
Tough, 10 Qns, Readesmom, May 01 09
Tough
Readesmom gold member
1009 plays
25.
  Sister Cities of New York City    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
As of 2004, New York City maintains formal 'Sister City' relationships with ten international cities. See how many you can find out.
Average, 10 Qns, LeoDaVinci, Aug 27 23
Average
LeoDaVinci editor
Aug 27 23
1697 plays
26.
  Walking Tour of NYC    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is for residents and non-residents alike. Welcome to Nueva York!
Average, 10 Qns, Lizard_Wizard, May 05 15
Average
Lizard_Wizard
1949 plays
27.
  New York City Area Islands   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The New York City/Tri-State area has more islands than just Manhattan and Long Island. See if you can tell what's what.
Average, 10 Qns, mike32768, Jun 25 10
Average
mike32768
374 plays
28.
  NYC Renamed    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Can you match the modern and former names of these New York places?
Average, 10 Qns, nyirene330, Nov 04 12
Average
nyirene330
394 plays
29.
  Manhattan Crossings   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Manhattan, the home of the Empire State Building, and my birthplace, is surrounded by the East, Harlem and Hudson Rivers. In order to get anywhere from "The City" you need to know how to do it. How much do you know of these crossings?
Average, 10 Qns, grisham, Aug 27 14
Average
grisham
589 plays
30.
  Chinatown, Manhattan    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Please take a quiz on a bustling commercial area of Manhattan known as Chinatown. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, mrgrouchy, Dec 20 09
Average
mrgrouchy
344 plays
31.
  So Much Fun in Manhattan!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Manhattan is an island, rich in history, culture, and cheese-cake.
Average, 10 Qns, stageball, Sep 17 22
Average
stageball
Sep 17 22
1488 plays
32.
  A Virtual Tour of Manhattan Attractions    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Embark on a tour of Manhattan, NYC. The questions are not difficult if you've ever been to Manhattan. Most questions are multiple choice!
Easier, 10 Qns, applez, Oct 21 09
Easier
applez
2031 plays
33.
  I Love New York - Architecture   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
New York is a city made wonderful by many different elements. This quiz is about one of those elements, the architecture. Enjoy!
Tough, 10 Qns, tracycn, Jun 27 18
Tough
tracycn
Jun 27 18
690 plays
34.
  Your Trip to New York City    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
You plan a trip to New York City. For each question, choose the one place that doesn't fit into your itinerary.
Average, 10 Qns, janshannon, Sep 18 21
Average
janshannon
Sep 18 21
2702 plays
35.
  In a New York Hour    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Thanks to kyleisalive for the challenge! Here's a quick primer for what people can accomplish and see in New York City, especially if they're short on time. Grab your MetroCard and let's go!
Average, 10 Qns, robert326, Sep 18 13
Average
robert326
340 plays
36.
  Nearly Ultimate New York 1    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
I live here and I don't know everything there is to know about one of the most diverse cities in the world. Play this quiz and find out how much you know. Have fun!
Tough, 15 Qns, rootsgrrl, Aug 07 17
Tough
rootsgrrl
1493 plays
37.
  You Think You Know Brooklyn?   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is the ultimate Brooklyn challenge. If you know anything about this illustrious borough you will be just fine. Best of Luck!
Tough, 10 Qns, Yankeegirl742, Feb 03 12
Tough
Yankeegirl742
647 plays
38.
  NYC Sightseeing    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Do you know the facts on these NYC sites?
Average, 10 Qns, joopie, Mar 15 21
Average
joopie
Mar 15 21
2069 plays
39.
  Brooklyn    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A little quiz on the Borough of Brooklyn. While only one of the five boroughs of NYC, it would be the fourth largest city in the U.S., if it were still an independent city. I hope you enjoy it!
Average, 10 Qns, LisaJane44, May 11 12
Average
LisaJane44
854 plays
40.
  New York Knowledge    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz on New York city? How well do you know the Big Apple? Take this quiz to find out!
Tough, 10 Qns, nelehfan, Jul 03 06
Tough
nelehfan
1229 plays
41.
  The Ultimate The Big Apple Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I grew up in New York City and I am very proud of that fact. Here are some questions about that great city . Good luck and have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, diamondjim68, Jul 19 21
Average
diamondjim68
Jul 19 21
1108 plays
42.
  Lost in New York    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
New York City is a dynamic place that is constantly in a cycle of growth and change. This is a quiz of largely then and now questions to challenge the minds of architects and historians alike.
Difficult, 15 Qns, stgcomm, Aug 09 22
Difficult
stgcomm
Aug 09 22
1000 plays
43.
  In a New York Minute    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Can you complete this quiz on the Big Apple in a New York Minute?
Tough, 10 Qns, Collybird, Aug 20 12
Tough
Collybird
504 plays
44.
  New York City's Upper West Side    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How much do you know about the the Upper West Side of New York City?
Tough, 10 Qns, SuzanneMD, Aug 17 12
Tough
SuzanneMD
250 plays
45.
  Steamy Manhattan    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
New York City has the largest steam generation system in the world. It is twice the size of the system in Paris, which is the largest in Europe.
Tough, 10 Qns, denmarks, Nov 23 19
Tough
denmarks
Nov 23 19
383 plays
46.
  Nearly Ultimate New York 2    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Here we go again! Time to trot out more facts about New York City! I hope you enjoy it!
Very Difficult, 15 Qns, rootsgrrl, Dec 07 19
Very Difficult
rootsgrrl
Dec 07 19
1018 plays
47.
  Brooklyn Life    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
If you know Brooklyn like me, then please enjoy this quiz.
Average, 10 Qns, sparks92, May 16 24
Average
sparks92
May 16 24
493 plays
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