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27 X series that will make you feel like you're in New York

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13 December 2025
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I always love it when a movie or series is filmed in a familiar city. Watching it transports you to a different world. It's great for anticipating a trip or just to enjoy a change of scenery and those "aha" moments in places you know. We're always fans of New York, and series set in it are. New York Playgrounds have a special place in our hearts. Read on for our list of favorite series set in New York!

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I hope you enjoy it and have fun! 🎄 Send a message to that one friend you want to grab one with this weekend. 𝗭𝘂𝗶𝗱-𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 – Royal Christmas Fair – The Hague (until 23 Dec) @royalchristmasfairthehague – Winter Wonder Weeks – Leiden (12–14 & 18–21 Dec) – Green Christmas Market – Rotterdam (12–14 Dec) – Dordrecht December Days Christmas Market – Dordrecht (13–14 Dec) – Rotterdam Harvest Christmas Edition – Rotterdam (13 & 20 Dec) 𝗚𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 – Winter Festival Zutphen – Zutphen (14 Dec) 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴 – Christmas City Valkenburg – Valkenburg (until 4 Jan) Christmas Market – Delden Christmas Market – Delden (13 Dec) – Dickens Festival – Deventer (13–14 Dec) – (H)onest Christmas Market – Deventer (13–14 Dec) Christmas Market – Museumplein Christmas Market – Amsterdam (until 28 Dec) – Haarlem Christmas Market – Haarlem (12–14 Dec) – Funky Xmas Sunday Market – Amsterdam (21 Dec) – Pure Markt Winter Market – Amsterdam (21 Dec) 𝗨𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗵𝘁 – Winter Market Molen de Ster – Utrecht (13–14 Dec) – The Utrecht Winter Spectacle – Utrecht (18 Dec–4 Jan) Have fun! Nothing is as much fun as spontaneous plans in December. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊 @anne_de_buck #yourlittleblackbook #christmasmarketnetherlands #christmasmarkets2025 christmasmarketamsterdam christmasmarketthehague christmasoutings thingstodointhenetherlands
𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗚𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗬 👀 This is the coolest new hotel for a night away! Meet @viaantwerp , the newest boutique hotel in Antwerp on the border of Zurenborg and Borgerhout (yep, voted 2nd coolest neighborhood in the world by Time Out). I recently stayed at this gem and this hotel really has it all: a lively bar with a cozy atmosphere, walls full of creative art, beautiful bright rooms and it's within walking distance of great hotspots. And I haven't even mentioned @mea.antwerp! The delicious restaurant with a chef behind the pans who previously cooked at The Palomar in London. If you know, you know! And now the best news: I can surprise one of you with a dream night away at VIA Antwerp. 💛 𝗪𝗔𝗧 𝗝𝗘 𝗞𝗨𝗡𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗡 • Overnight stay for 2 people • Breakfast included • Chef's dinner at MEA 𝗭𝗢 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗞 𝗝𝗘 𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗦 • Let us know in the comments which friend you would like to stay here with • Of course, also take a look at @viaantwerp & @mea.antwerp to dream away and follow their updates The winner will be notified personally via DM on December 10th. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and will soon share a mini guide with more great tips for Antwerp! 🖤 ​​✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #antwerp #antwerp #zurenborg #antwerpencity #borgerhout
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱! I've rounded up a complete list with the coziest and most festive Christmas markets in Amsterdam you don't want to miss this year. Think twinkling lights, mulled wine, food stalls, live music, unique gifts and lots of Christmas vibes all December long. Whether you're planning a festive day with the fam or friends, or just want to soak up that holiday spirit. These are the markets in Amsterdam to put on your calendar now. 🎄✨ 𝘿𝙧𝙤𝙥 “𝘾𝙃𝙍𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙈𝘼𝙎𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙆𝙀𝙏” 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄'𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝙔𝙇𝘽𝘽-𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨. Send this list to your festive partner-in-crime, grab a hot chocolate (or mulled wine 😉), and have fun! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #yourlittleblackbook #christmasinamsterdam #amsterdammarkets #christmasmarkets #amsterdamguide thingstodoinamsterdam winterinthenetherlands festiveseason christmasvibes marktlovers amsterdamtips
HOME ALONE 4 INCOMING 😅 My trip to NYC ends in a bad (Christmas) movie when the hotel gives my carry-on with my passport to an old lady who doesn't realize it and checks it in for a flight to the UK! Now I'm stuck here in NY without my passport, and I've missed my flight. I've experienced a lot in all the years I've been traveling for Your Little Black Book, but this is a first 😅. This chat video is purely therapeutic in nature 🤣🤣🤣. Because really: HOW?! 🫢 Note to self: better to take my passport with me all day, instead of leaving it 'safely' in the hotel apparently... and from now on, suitcases should be tied together with a cable in the storage room. Even if you're in a luxurious and expensive hotel, everything is still human work. Now I'm stuck in one of the nicest cities in the world, but of course I just want to be home with Manuel as planned. 😔 To be continued 🧳✈️ And thanks for all the sweet DMs ❤️❤️❤️❤️ ✖️✖️✖️ Anne
And do you also have a nice garden? I want to thank you for your patience and help. 𝟳-𝗷𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲! This time we went to @williams.farmhouse one of my favorites for lunch in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid. But is this also fun during the day with kids? We ordered a 'plain' version of the Farmhouse burger 🍔: yes, really just meat + cheese 🤣… and together with the fries it was a mega success. Child happy, us happy… and it was such a cozy, rainy afternoon. I mean this interior, I immediately dream away to the Cotswolds again! Do you have a favorite 𝗸𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 in Amsterdam or the Netherlands? Let me know in the comments, I'll collect all for the next 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗙! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #amsterdam #amsterdamfood #amsterdamrestaurants #amsterdamfoodie #amsterdamguide amsterdamwithkids kidsproef familyfriendly amsterdamlunch amsterdamoudzuid yourlittleblackbook kidsproofamsterdam
So happy to finally share this! @lefoodwalk is back this winter with four themed walks during the Amsterdam Light Festival, running from November 27th to January 18th. Perfect for a day out with friends, a date, colleagues, or family. From a Street Food Walk to an Oyster Walk and from Cocktails to an Old Amsterdam Drinks Walk. The Le Foodwalk team has listened to you, and there's a different experience available almost every day. Tickets (which are even cheaper than last year 🔥) are live now! I've added a link in my bio. 𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗫 𝗔𝗠𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat Price: 4 bites + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99) 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽: ⦁ @weareedn_amsterdam ⦁ @caferestaurantdebazel ⦁ @soulkitchen_amsterdam ⦁ @blackandblue_reguliers 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: € 43,50 𝗢𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱: 4 x 2 oysters + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth € 6,99) 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽: ⦁ Soulkitchen ⦁ De Bazel ⦁ @bellyofthebeastbar ⦁ @vermeerswijnkamer 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: € 43,50 𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Wed-Sat Included: 3 cocktails (also 0.0%) + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99) 𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽: ⦁ @feijoaamsterdam⦁ @lottisamsterdam ⦁ Belly of the Beast 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: € 35,50 𝗔𝗠𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Sun-Wed 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱: 3 Dutch drinks & 3 Dutch bar snacks + @amsterdamlightfestival app (worth €6,99) 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽: ⦁ @hetkarbeel ⦁ @proeflokaalvanwees ⦁ @beertemple_amsterdam 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €33,50 Who do you want to do a Foodwalk with this winter? **Sunday in the evening in Amsterdam.** ✖️✖️✖️ @anne_de_buck #lightfestival #lefoodwalk #amsterdamlightfestival #amsterdamfoodguide #amsterdamfood #amsterdambynight #canalview
I hope everyone gets into the Christmas spirit this Christmas 2020 🎅🏼 The countdown to Christmas has officially begun and I can tell you: this list will immediately get you in the Christmas spirit. 🎄 📍In this new video, I've listed the most beautiful Christmas markets and winter fairs in the Netherlands, from Maastricht to The Hague. Whether you're in the mood for mulled wine, raclette, Christmas carols, ice skating with your besties, or planning a cozy weekend getaway in December, now's the time to block your calendar. Send the tips to your Christmas date ❤️ and comment "CHRISTMAS MARKET" to receive a link to ALL the Christmas market shortlists on Your Little Black Book. Let the Christmas anticipation begin! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #yourlittleblackbook #kerstmarktnederland #kerstuitje #winterfair #kerst2025 #weekendtips #thingstodointhenetherlands #magischmaastricht #royalchristmasfair #kerstmarktamsterdam #winterinthenetherlands #kerstvibes #yourlbb #kerstmarkt #christmasmarket
Amsterdam, get your skates ready — ice skating season has officially begun! ⛸️ The first rinks, like @schatbaanmuseumplein, are opening this weekend and we are so ready for it. I already planned a mom & son date — that's how excited we are to hit the ice. 💙 This year, there are some new rinks to discover across the city too. And who knows... maybe we'll even get lucky with natural ice again. Until then, these are the 7 best ice skating rinks in Amsterdam you don't want to miss. Whether you're planning a festive date, a day with friends, or skating with the kids — this guide has you covered. 📍All details are in the Amsterdam Ice Skating Listicle on Your Little Black Book (link in bio). Send this to your skating buddy and start planning your first winter weekend on ice! ❄️ ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #yourlittleblackbook #yourlbb #amsterdamwinter #iceskatinginamsterdam #amsterdamchristmas #thingstodoinamsterdam #amsterdamguide #winterinthenetherlands #amsterdamlife #cityguide #amsterdamcheck #wintervibes #travelamsterdam #weekendinams #holidayseason #schaatsen

These 27 X series are set in New York

Succession

A powerful media dynasty based in Manhattan, the Roy family controls the world's largest media and entertainment company. Their world is turned upside down when their father decides to step down.
// Drama, Comedy // IMDb 8.8 // Showing on Prime Video //

Russian Doll

A surreal series set in New York City. A young woman keeps dying and returning to the party held in her honor. She tries to find a way to break this time loop.
// Drama, Mystery // IMDb 7.7 // Showing on Netflix //

Billions

In the New York financial world, Mike Prince takes the helm at Axe Capital, where new wealth knows no mercy. Chuck Rhoades believes no one should have so much power and wealth. As rivals form strategic alliances, it becomes clear: wealth leads to conflict and war.
Drama // IMDb 8.3 //

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

In the 50s, young mother Miriam, whose husband has left her, discovers her talent for stand-up comedy. Could this be her chance to give her life a new direction?
// Drama, Comedy // IMDb 8.7 // Showing on Prime Video //

Mad Men

A drama series set in the New York advertising world of the 60s. The story revolves around Donald Draper, a mysterious and extremely talented advertising executive at a prominent agency.
// Drama // IMDb 8.7 // Showing on Netflix //

Broad City

This humorous series follows two young women navigating the bustling city of New York City. The series transforms everyday situations into hilarious and sometimes disturbing experiences, with the smallest events unexpectedly leading to major adventures.
Comedy IMDb 8.4

The Bold Type

This fantastic drama series is full of humor and takes place in the editorial office of a major New York magazine. We follow three young women as they struggle to find their own identities, maintain friendships, and meet the love of their lives. An easygoing series that's definitely worth watching!
// Drama, Romance // IMDb 7.8/10 // Showing on Prime Video //

Younger

Liza, a 40-year-old single mother, decides to pose as a woman in her early twenties to land a successful job at a large New York office. This series is full of humor, but also touches on some serious points.
// Drama, Comedy // IMDb 7.8/10 // Watch at Videoland //

Sex and the City

I think every woman knows this wonderful American series: Sex and the City. It follows the lives of four friends from Manhattan and all the ups and downs that come with it.
// Drama, Comedy // IMDb 7.3/10 // Showing on HBO //

And Just Like That

In this fantastic series, we follow the women from Sex and the City as they navigate their reality at fifty. Almost all the famous actors and actresses from the original films appear in this series, making it a definite must-see for Sex and the City fans.
// Drama, Comedy // IMDb 5.7/10 // Showing on HBO //

New Amsterdam

I'm a fan of medical series, and this one is definitely a worthy alternative to the well-known Grey's Anatomy. We follow young doctor Max Godwin as he becomes the director of the New Amsterdam hospital. The series is full of medical issues, personal drama, and follows the lives of the various doctors. Definitely a favorite!
// Drama // IMDb 8/10 // Showing on Netflix en Video country //

Uncoupled

When real estate agent Michael is dumped by his boyfriend, he discovers how much the New York dating scene has changed and has to relearn how to date in his 40s. This funny series is perfect for a night on the couch.
// Comedy, Drama // IMDb 7.0/10 // Showing on Netflix //

inventing Anna

A series you can and will binge-watch in a single evening! Inventing Anna is based on the true story of Anna Delvey, a young woman who convinced all of New York's elite that she was a wealthy German heir. The case surrounding the "real" Anna Delvey is still ongoing, which only makes the series more fascinating.
// Drama // IMDb 6.8/10 // Showing on Netflix //

unorthodox

In the series "Unorthodox," a Hasidic Jewish woman flees her arranged marriage in Brooklyn, hoping to escape her past. As always, however, this proves unsuccessful, and we follow the young woman through her struggles with religion.
// Drama // IMDb 8.0/10 // Showing on Netflix //

Dash & Lily

A romantic Christmas series set in New York? That's got our hearts racing. Follow the young love of cynical Dash and optimistic Lily in this fun series. Perfect for watching around the holidays!
// Romance, Drama // IMDb 7.5/10 // Showing on Netflix //

Suits

The gripping legal series "Suits" takes place in the heart of the Big Apple and revolves around a large law firm in the heart of this vibrant city. We follow the story of Mike, a college dropout who accidentally encounters the successful lawyer Harvey Specter. Fun fact: many of the iconic scenes in "Suits" were filmed in Toronto instead of New York!
// Comedy, Drama // IMDb 8.4/10 // Showing on Netflix //

When They See Us

This powerful miniseries is set in New York City in 1989. When a female jogger is assaulted and abused in Central Park, five young men are almost immediately accused of the crime because of their skin color. This series, too, is based on a true story, making it even more poignant.
// Crime, Drama // IMDb 8.9/10 // Showing on Netflix //

Friends from College

In Friends From College, we follow a group of friends who studied together at Harvard and now all live in New York, experiencing what it's like to be 40. From humor to drama and from heartbreak to nostalgia, this series has it all.
// Comedy, Drama // IMDb 6.9/10 // Showing on Netflix //

Master of None

In this humorous series, we follow Dev, a young actor in New York who struggles to decide what he wants for dinner, let alone what he wants to do with the rest of his life. It's incredibly easy to watch, and before you know it, you'll have finished all three seasons.
// Comedy, Drama // IMDb 8.2/10 // Showing on Netflix //

Hunters

What a fantastic, thrilling series this is! In Hunters, we follow a group of men who, in 1977, make it their mission to track down and take revenge on the hundreds of escaped Nazis living in New York. During their mission, they uncover new plans, but you'll have to discover what they entail for yourself. Another fantastic series based on a true story!
// Action, Drama // IMDb 7.2/10 // Showing on Prime Video //

Gossip Girl

Perhaps my all-time favorite series on Netflix. For a healthy dose of teen drama, fashion, and tons of romance, this is the show to watch.
// Drama, Romance // IMDb 7.5/10 // Showing on Netflix //

you

The thrilling series "You" consists of several seasons, the first of which takes place in New York. A thrilling and captivating story takes you through the streets of New York and into the life of a mysterious boy.
// Drama, Crime // IMDb 7.7/10 // Showing on Netflix//

The Deuce

Did you know that Times Square was the epicenter of street prostitution in the 80s? That's exactly what this (excellent) series is about.
// Drama // IMDb 8.1/10 // Showing on HBO Max //

Friends

A series that definitely can't be left off the list. A golden oldie that's been on HBO for a while now. Sit back, relax, because with 10 seasons, you'll be busy for a while.
// Romance, Comedy // IMDb 8.9/10 // Showing on HBO Max //

How I Met Your Mother

With a wealth of inside jokes, this comedy series is definitely one to watch. With many recurring spots, it's like being right there with them as they head to their local pub.
// Romance, Comedy // IMDb 8.3/10 // Showing on Disney + //

seinfield

A classic, but the jokes of Jerry Seinfield, George, Elaine, and Kramer never get old. The restaurant where they always eat breakfast actually exists and is located at 2880 Broadway.
// Comedy // IMDb 8.9 /10 // Showing on Netflix //

The Get Down

Six talented youngsters want to change music history with their new beats. The series is set in 1977 and shows you old New York.
// Drama, Music // IMDb 8.2/10 // Showing on Netflix //

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