# 10 Amazing Places for New Year's Fireworks and More > We've rounded up 10 cities around the world where New Year's arrives in the most spectacular way: fireworks, festive vibes and unforgettable memories. Find out where to go. - URL: https://langandtrip.com.ua/en/article/10-chudovykh-mists-dlia-novorichnykh-feierverkiv-ta-ne-tilky/ - Language: en - Published: 2024-10-24 - Categories: Culture, Historic Sites, Australia, Taiwan, Food & Drinks, Parties, Events, ПАР --- ## Sydney Sydney, Australia, is one of the first major international cities to welcome the New Year at midnight. The main fireworks show takes place in Sydney Harbour, where the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge create a breathtaking backdrop. The islands in the harbour, or family parks on either side, offer wonderful views. An extra bonus for Sydney: summer is just getting started there, so you can also enjoy the city beaches, including Manly, Bondi and Bronte. ## Taipei, Taiwan ![](/storage/image/prev/august-article-image-6-1-2024.jpg) New Year's in Taipei, the capital of the island of Taiwan, is a visual spectacle. The city's tallest building, Taipei 101, serves as the launch pad for an unforgettable fireworks display. The best spots to take in the event include Tiger Mountain (for a distant view), the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and the Xinyi commercial district, which gets pretty crowded. The city also sponsors musical performances ahead of the main event. And you can keep the party going at one of Taipei's great nightspots, such as Barcode (very close to Taipei 101) or OMNI (with striking lighting and a big dance floor). ## Bangkok Bangkok often tops the lists of Asia's best cities for nightlife. So, naturally, it's a perfect place to ring in the New Year if you love crowds, bright lights, noise and fun. Catch a stunning fireworks show at ICONSIAM, a huge shopping and entertainment complex along the Chao Phraya River. You can carry on celebrating at one of Bangkok's spectacular bars, like Sky Beach Bangkok, the city's highest bar, or Sirocco, also perched high above the bustling streets. If the fun gets a little too intense, on January 1 you can find calm at a temple, such as Wat Pho with its Reclining Buddha. ## Dubai ![](/storage/image/prev/august-article-image-6-2-2024.jpg) Dubai's Burj Khalifa is one of the most impressive skyscrapers in the world, and on New Year's Eve it becomes even more alluring. As of the end of 2022, the Burj Khalifa holds the record as the tallest building in the world (823 metres, or 2,716.5 feet), and crowds gather at its base to greet the New Year with a stunning fireworks show. Nearby is Burj Plaza, which is a bit quieter and popular with families. Dubai is building a reputation as a major food destination, so you can enjoy restaurants like Orfali Bros, founded by three brothers from Syria, or Baku Cafe for Azerbaijani cuisine. And if you're in the mood to shop, visit the Dubai Mall, one of the largest in the world. ## Cape Town Cape Town is one of the most beautifully situated cities in Africa and the world. New Year's fireworks make it even more spectacular. If you're up for a party, the Aztec-themed Alcazar offers 10 hours of performances across three stages, all at the foot of Table Mountain. If you're looking for a place for dinner, consider Pier, with its vegetarian menu. It sits on the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, which is a great spot to watch the fireworks. Make the most of your trip by visiting South Africa's famous vineyards around Cape Town, such as Leeu Estates. (As in Sydney, summer is just beginning in Cape Town.) ## Rome, Italy The people of Rome know how to throw a good party: they've been at it for more than 2,000 years. To watch the fireworks, head to the Circus Maximus, the ancient site of chariot races and entertainment, where a visual show awaits that would have amazed the party planners of the Roman Empire at its height. New Year's Eve is a treat for the ears, too. Among the events: the Concert of the Three Tenors on New Year's Eve, and again on New Year's night, at Caravita, an international English-language Catholic church. If you don't party too hard, you can enjoy the musical Rome Parade, which features performances by American marching bands, among many other groups, on New Year's Day. And don't forget the red underwear! ## London ![](/storage/image/prev/august-article-image-6-3-2024.jpg) Majestic London always makes a wonderful backdrop for the New Year's fireworks, staged near the London Eye on the south bank of the Thames. Tickets for the 2022 official viewing area are already sold out, but you can see the fireworks for free from hills such as Primrose Hill, Parliament Hill on Hampstead Heath, Greenwich Park and Alexandra Palace. You can also try to find a spot on bridges like the Millennium Bridge and Southwark Bridge. Another great vantage point is a river cruise, where you can enjoy the spectacle from the Thames. The traditional way to welcome the prospect of a new year is to settle into one of London's oldest pubs, such as the Old Bell Tavern, which has been serving drinks since 1670. ## Rio de Janeiro If you want to ring in the new year alongside roughly 3 million other souls at a warm beach resort, head to Rio de Janeiro. The main gathering at Copacabana Beach, which starts before nightfall, traditionally features a variety of musical performances and fireworks. If you want to party in classic Rio style, drop by Jobi Bar. It's a social institution in the city, open since the 1950s. Looking for a great view? Stop by Vista Chinesa, a small Chinese pagoda positioned to offer a fantastic panorama. ## New York ![](/storage/image/prev/august-article-image-6-4-2024.jpg) Times Square in Manhattan. It's synonymous with New Year's across the United States. Even if you're not there in person, chances are you've watched the famous ball drop on television. (The ball debuted in 1907 and has dropped every year since, except for two years during World War II.) If you'd rather not crowd into Times Square with around 1 million other people, here are a few other options: - After a two-year break due to Covid, the fireworks and festivities return to Grand Army Plaza, which sits right by Prospect Park in Brooklyn. You may want to arrive early for a better view. - If you're 21 or older, try your luck at Resorts World Casino, the only casino within city limits. Located near JFK Airport, it traditionally throws a grand New Year's Eve party. - If you're in the Bronx, you can celebrate at The Bronx Public bar and kitchen, less than a mile from the southern end of Van Cortlandt Park. ## Las Vegas Vegas is bright lights all year round, but on New Year's it outdoes itself. The Strip is closed to vehicles, and pedestrians take it over for a festival worthy of Vegas. At midnight, various casinos launch an impressive volley of fireworks from the rooftops of their buildings. You can watch the show from the top of the Stratosphere tower. Sugar Ray and the Sugar Hill Gang will sweeten the deal at the end of 2022 at the Time of Your Life festival on Fremont Street. Like lucky streaks, Vegas isn't always hot. Be sure to check the weather forecast and dress warmly: the desert cools off sharply at night, especially in winter.