New York

Also known as the Big Apple, New York is a regular destination from Europe. There's plenty to do and it's also one of the first places you reach from the UK and Europe.

Our list is drawn from review sites, visitor numbers, and our own visits. 

Where relevant we've included some links for booking the following highlights - just use the underlined text.

Central Park

Situated between the Upper West Side and Upper East Side, this was the first landscaped park in the USA. Millions visit its 843 acres each year to enjoy the walks, lake, nature areas, zoo, formal gardens, and more. You'll see lots of joggers, rollerbladers, and cyclists too. One great way to explore this large park is by using a Bike Hire.

Empire State Building

The world's tallest building from 1931 to 1970, the Empire State Building is one of the most iconic of the tall buildings. Its art deco design adds a certain style as does its association with King Kong, cleverly depicted within. Whilst not even the tallest in the city it still offers stunning views after you have learned more about the history. It can be visited with a skip-the-line option. Empire State Building.

9/11 Memorial

The World Trade Center complex sits where the Twin Towers once did before they were destroyed in 2001. They, and the many victims that day, are remembered by two water features that are simple and complex all at once. There is a museum regarding the site too. 9/11 Museum.

Statue of Liberty

This famous statue overlooks New York Harbour and was gifted to the USA by France in the late nineteenth century. It recognises the centenary of USA Independence and also commemorates the end of the Civil War and slavery. It also sits close to Ellis Island, famous as the landing point for millions of immigrants. The two sites can be visited on one trip. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Staten Island ferry This ferry travels from Manhattan to Staten Island up to three times an hour, covering the five miles in about twenty-five minutes. It's a free service and many tourists just travel there and back. It offers great views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, as well as Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline.

Top of the Rock

This is an attraction at the top of the Rockefeller Building, a 1933 Art Deco skyscraper that was the third tallest in the world when it was built. It has a granite base and limestone facade and is the home of TV network NBC. It offers another option for great high-up views of the city via the Top Of The Rock Viewing Gallery.

The Metropolitan

Commonly referred to as just The Met, this museum attracts millions each year to see a range of artworks and antiquities. It combines artefacts with paintings by Grand Masters with about two million items. You can visit using The Met Guided Tour.

The High Line On the west side of Manhattan, utilising a disused section of ,the the New York Central Railroad, you will find 1.45 miles of elevated greenery, combining rail history, architecture, design and conservation. You can visit it on your own or add it into a High Line and Chelsea Walking Tour.

Times Square This junction of Broadway, 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue is at the heart of New York's theatre land and known for its bright advertising boards. It is visited daily by up to half a million people.

Grand Central Terminal

​This train station has a huge hall that operates as a busy train interchange but also offers up a range of artworks and great designs. It's the latter that draws in millions each year. Whilst you can enjoy the architecture yourself you can also join a small group Grand Central Terminal tour.

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