If you’re keeping tabs on the magic mushroom revolution, you’re probably aware that microdosing has become the newest life hack among a generation that believes in working smarter, not harder.

The practice of microdosing and its impacts are currently under rigorous research to examine the long term effects of taking small doses on physical and mental health. Many people claim that microdosing allows them to experience heightened focus and creativity, as well as relief from severe symptoms of mental illness. 

Microdosing in NYC

Now, think of New York City. Images of busy business professionals shuffling around Times Square likely come to mind, which is exactly why microdosing has such a big market in New York. As of April 2020, NYC had a population of nearly nine million people (topping Los Angeles by nearly five million people)! 73.5% of NYC residents are over 18 years of age, leaving a large section of residents who are close to or within legal buying age of drugs and alcohol. In 2011, New York City hosted the fifth annual Perspectives on Psychedelics conference, indicating a now long and progressive history of microdosing–if not consumption, at least discussion.

The short term effects of psilocybin revealed in recent research are groundbreaking for those with treatment resistant depression,  PTSD and migraines.  If you’re looking to try microdosing during your trip to New York, read on to learn about the best microdosing shops in the big city.

Potential areas for your Sub perceptual experience

When you’re microdosing in New York, the first thing you need to know–before you dose–is that the city is split into five “boroughs,” including The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. These are essentially different municipalities within NYC, with Manhattan being the geographically smallest but most populated borough of the city (and boasting a higher density than any individual American city).

Brooklyn is often described as the historic district, Queens as the most ethnically diverse, and The Bronx is the only borough located on the mainland. If you’re travelling in New York City (and especially if you’re microdosing), keep the boroughs in mind as you look for tourist attractions! Knowing where you are, where you’re going, and how to get back to where you’re staying are some of the most basic safety guidelines for travelling in NYC, but many people forget how easy it is to get lost.

A tour of New York City with a microdose can be an incredible experience, but it’s important to think through how your microdose will boost (or take away from) your journeys as a tourist. Microdosing can enhance visual and auditory experiences, making visits to the Statue of Liberty, Times Square or Central Park all the more exciting. “Broke A** Stuart” warns against visiting Central Park while tripping, but you’re probably fine if you’re microdosing.

The same applies to the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge and the One World Observatory–but we suggest you exercise some caution here, because psilocybin is known to cause nausea in many users. A fail-safe activity to do while microdosing is to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, locally known as the Met, and admire the art at any or all of its three locations. 

The Met can be experienced any old day, but they also host live music events, art classes for kids and ever-changing art exhibits which can be incredible with the help of a little shrooms. Another reliable attraction for those under the influence of (a little bit) of magic mushrooms is seeing a Broadway show; the music, colors and lights are bound to be more interesting with a little hallucinogenic boost.

The Museum of Modern Art, the Pixel Forest at the New Museum, and New York’s Gay Pride Parade are all wonderful examples of visual stimulation when you’re microdosing–just think of the colors! Needless to say, New York City is the place to be if you want to attend events after microdosing. Check out an extensive list of all NYC events here! You can also find events located in each borough here.

Are shrooms legal in new york?

With all this talk of magic mushrooms, you might be wondering, Are shrooms even legal in New York? Unfortunately, the answer across the United States is “no.” Psilocybin is classed as a Schedule 1 drug, along with ecstasy, heroin, and LSD. Despite the illegality of these drugs, however, the culture surrounding psilocybin as medicine is abundant in New York City.

Psychedelic research done by New York University, along with clinical trials at John Hopkins University, are revealing revolutionary results with regards to “healing trauma and reclaiming mental health.” Although buying, possessing and consuming psilocybe mushrooms is illegal, you can still obtain them through some online shops and dispensaries.

It’s even easier to obtain microdoses in the form of pills, measured doses or dried mushrooms; this is because microdoses are so much smaller, and therefore easier to transfer and consume discreetly. 

This is all to say: if you’re traveling in New York with plans to microdose, you’ll need to know where the best shops are to purchase shrooms. There are a number of online dispensaries you can find with a quick google search. 

Where do Magic Mushrooms Grow in New York?

There are also a number of psychedelic mushrooms that grow wild in the state of New York. Among those that grow wild in New York are the Panaeolus species, often known as “pans.” These are relatively mild in terms of psychedelic effect, so they’re well known for microdosing.  You can also find Psilocybe, which is the most well-known of all magic mushrooms. 

Final Thoughts

That said, microdosing in New York City is a great way to boost your experiences, assuming you do so safely. The large population of hard-working professionals is home to many microdosers, and there are countless tourist attractions and events that will be mind-blowing with a little boost from your microdose. Be sure to read up on events and places to buy shrooms before you go, so you can have the best time when you’re in New York City. 

If you're planning a microdosing experience and want some guidance on what the ideal dose is, check out our shroom dosage calculator and this handy guide. You can also find a full breakdown of the best microdosing schedule here.  

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