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1. Get an overview of the city from a tall building. In the old days, we had visitors to the top of the World Trade Center – they were on top of the world … Today you have two options, or the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center. I I prefer the view from Top of the Rock because you can also see Central Park from there. The Empire State Building is more famous and more history to it, and is more high – you decide that you prefer, but make sure you go to one of them.
2. See the Statue of Liberty. The Statue of Liberty is smaller than most people expect, but as such an important symbol of America, we must see when in New York. It is in the port of New York beyond the lower end of Manhattan. You can see from the center of Battery Park, but we recommend riding the Staten Island Ferry last out. The ferry is free and takes a little over an hour round trip (Get off at Staten Island, but only walk around the line and back again). We will sail right by the statue giving a great view and photo session. The another option is to take the Libery Island Ferry from Battery Park (also stops at Ellis Island) – can no longer climb the stairs inside the statue, but you can see near and walk around it. If you have several days in New York and a lot of time, then opt for Ellis Island and Liberty Island trip – otherwise, take a cruise speed on the ferry from Staten Island.
3. Walk around Central Park. Well, actually not all walk through it. We like to start at the southern end of the park, right on 59th and 5th Avenue. You'll see all the carriages in a row there – if you have the money, consider one of the (About $ 35 – $ 40 plus tip of 30 minutes to transport a whole, not per person), otherwise start walking. On the Wollman skating rink in the winter months, visit Tavern on the Green (Especially at night with all lights), see the Central Park Zoo if you have children, have a drink at the pier, climb Belvedere Castle for the eyes – simply walk and enjoy the sights and sounds.
4. Crossing the Brooklyn Bridge. Yes, the upper level of the bridge is open to pedestrians. Take the subway to City Hall, then follow the signs to the bridge. You get beautiful views of the city, while walking on a great lady. If you have enough time to reach the way across and travel along the Brooklyn Heights and enjoy the views of the Brooklyn Heights promenade.
5. Walking through the center. This is a relatively compact. Visit Trinity Church, Chapel of St. Paul, City Hall, see Ground Zero where the World Trade Center once stood, walking down Wall Street see Federal Hall where George Washington was sworn in as first president, see the Stock Exchange, down to Battery Park, and check out South Street Seaport. Consider taking a boat tour around the Circle Line Harbor NY, or in the summer months, a boat ride at high speed the Beast, tickets for two at the South Street Seaport. Explore our City of New York Walking Tour.
6. See Times Square at night. You have to enjoy the lights of Times Square at night – just get out and walk up and down Broadway. You've seen it a million times in movies and on New Year's Eve, of course, now you're part of it! Pop in some of the points of interest such as Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum and the giant Toys R Us store.
7. Experience 5th Avenue. Walk on the fifth avenue. I like to start on 42nd Street in the Library New York (if you have a little more time, start at the Grand Central Station first one or two blocks down 42nd St – the Chrysler Building is next door, and inside Grand Central has impressed people for decades ..) – make your way up past the Rockefeller Center, to window shop at all luxury shops, check out the Cathedral St. Patrick's, see the famous Plaza Hotel, see the Apple Store cube of glass, take the famous toy store FAO Schwarz, pass the mansions and luxury apartments in area residential addresses north on Central Park. It is recommended back at night and see how the Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick are lit, then hop to the bar rooftop Pen-Top for $ 20 a cocktail to enjoy while enjoying the views of the business area.
8. A Broadway show. You can not go to New York and not see a play or musical on Broadway, right? If only one night on the town, I say skip the show and enjoy those hours of walking around the city. But if you have time, I will never forget the experience of a live show in a theater in New York. The most popular programs are not cheap – no information on tickets Broadway here. You can see discounted tickets are available on the day of a show at the TKTS booth in Times Square (opens at 15:00) or down in South Street Seaport (opens at 11:00 a.m.).
9. Explore neighborhoods like Greenwich Village. New York is more than the area around Times Square and Midtown. Check out while some other neighborhoods in New York. One of our favorites is Greenwich Village. Try this Greenwich Village tour on foot if you have a couple of hours. Greenwich Village is also home to many jazz clubs, a great way to spend an afternoon in the evening. Also explore Little Italy and Chinatown (you can see both in one hour) for a little more flavor local (Chinatown walking tour here.) Pizza at Lombardi is considered a not-to-be-missed New York experience.
10. Museums New York. Hey, you gotta get a little culture that when in New York. Go to the Metropolitan Museum (the "Met"), the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Natural History. You can spend hours and hours in all these places – great if you have the time, otherwise abbreviated visits to get an idea of these famous sites. Also consider the Intrepid (aircraft carrier docked) Mar, Air & Space Museum – IntrepidMuseum.org.
11. Morningside Heights. Head way up the west side and visit the University of Columbia, St. John the Divine Cathedral, and the tomb of Grant overlooking the Hudson River. This is a bit outside the normal tourist beaten path to follow, but it is a clean area to spend an hour walking.
OK # 12. Shopping. Let's face it, many people come to New York to buy. Apart from the 5th Avenue that mentioned earlier (FAO Schwarz and the Apple store), some other places popular ones include:
* Bloomingdales – famous department store in Lexington @ 59th
* Macy's (and Herald Square) – the other large, 34th and Broadway
* Zone of Canal Street in Chinatown (lots of cheap handbags, sunglasses, and such)
* Of Dylan – the world's largest candy store for children right near Bloomingdales (3rd & 60th)
* Serendipity 3
* Toys R Us – In Times Square, Broadway and 44
* Barneys – fashion designer, Madison Avenue and 61 – keep walking north for another 10-15 blocks, lots of upscale stores
* Tiffany & Co – 5th Ave @ 57th
* American Girl Place – 5th Avenue at 49th
* NBA Store – Fifth and 52
* Niketown – 57th between 5th and Madison
* Saks Fifth Avenue – 50th @ fifth
* Sony Style – Madison @ 55th
* Strand Book Store – massive used book store, Broadway @ 12
* Virgin Megastore – Broadway @ 45th
* Fulton Street and South Street Seaport
* Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village – business types
* Shops at Columbus Circle – 4 story high indoor shopping center, overlooking the corner of Central Park (Broadway and 59th)
* B & H Photo – all about electronics, the ninth @ 33rd
* J & R Music – more electronics in the center front City Hall, 23 Park Row
* Union Square – Broadway crosses the park where 14 to 17 of Greenmarket farmers' market is here, plus the holiday market is that here every year from Thanksgiving to X-mas (in addition to restaurants and boutiques in the surrounding streets)
Fun restaurants
• Mars 2112
* Jeckyll and Hyde – Jeckyll in Greenwich Village and Midtown pub and Hyde Club Jekyll and Hyde.
* Midtown Carmine – tons of Italian food, style familiar.
* For girls, American Girl Place.
* Osteria del Circo (55th and 6th) – Italian restaurant with a circus theme and decor, well expensive.
* Mesa Grill (16th and 5th) – Bobby Flay's Southwestern cuisine, strong and fun.
* Ruby Foo Times Square (50th and Broadway) – dim sum and sushi, Asia leads to New York.
* Serendipity 3 (60th notif children. 2nd and 3rd) – love the desert, but the meals are good, too.
* Benihana (56 st pub. 5th and 6th) – watch Japanese chefs share the food.
* Bubba Gump Shrimp (Broadway pub. 44th and 43rd) – seafood and fun.
Other suggestions …
Take a tour of the United Nations building (Monday to Friday, 9:45 to 4:45, $ 12.50 for adults).
Take the tram to Roosevelt Island (Calle 59 and the second, Upper East Side; RIOC.com) – not much to do there, but nice aerial views come and go.
Make a walk NBC in Rockefeller Center or to get tickets to see a live taping of a television program (a letter, Conan, SNL, Regis, etc) – some tips here (Http://www.ny.com/talk/).
New York also try to eat and drink – try some of the best bars in New York.
Winter Holiday Tips: If you are there during the winter, check out the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. You can also go skating there under the tree. You can also see the skating rink in Central Park.
OK, that's a pretty good list that covers most of the best tourist places you should visit. Enjoyment your stay!
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