Top Things To Do In New York

No visit to New York City would be complete without a stop at this masterpiece of Art Deco design, and perhaps the most famous office building in the world.

A stirring symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty has been a beacon in New York Harbor since 1886. A gift from the people of France, the Statue was designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and built by Gustave Eiffel.

Ellis Island, the portal through which millions of immigrants entered the United States, is a must-see for anyone interested in the personal stories of those who came to America in search of a new beginning.

Dinosaur fossils? Check. Theories of evolution? Check. Planetarium space show and IMAX theater? Double-check.

Known simply as "the Met," this museum offers an unparalleled view of the world, all under one roof. In total, the Met's collections include more than two million works of art that span over five thousand years of history.

Amazing views, the best guides, and modern, comfortable boats – no matter which of Circle Line’s sightseeing cruises you choose, you’ll get all three.

Known as much for what’s on the outside as what’s on the inside, the Guggenheim Museum is simply stunning.

The 9/11 Memorial honors the thousands of people killed in the attacks on September 11, 2001 and those who died in the World Trade Center bombing in 1993.

Whether it’s peeking in on NBC’s Today show, cheering for Radio City Music Hall’s dancing Rockettes, or spinning on an ice rink presided over by Prometheus himself.

Space shuttles, spy planes, and submarines... all this and more can be seen and experienced at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum located right on the Hudson River inside the aircraft carrier Intrepid.

When you need a relaxing getaway within your getaway, Hornblower Cruises of New York supplies just the right mixture of relaxation, merriment, and amazing views.

Established in 1929, MoMA opened its doors to the public with art that had and would continue to change the world. Today, the collection consists of over 200,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, architecture, photography, and more.

Boasting a unique design, a glass floor, and angled glass walls, the Edge at Hudson Yards is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, providing one-of-a-kind breathtaking views of the city that never sleeps.

Thought of as the city’s playground, Central Park covers 843 acres (341 hectares) and is located in the heart of Manhattan.

Located in Midtown Manhattan at the intersection of Broadway and Seventh Avenue, Times Square has often been referred to as The Crossroads of the World. Full of bright lights and billboards, it also serves as the hub of the Theater District.

A trip to New York isn’t complete until you’ve taken in a Broadway Show. This famed theatrical experience is like no other, and the quality is unmatched anywhere else in the world.

Running along the Hudson River on New York City’s West side, the High Line is an old New York city railroad-turned-park that is endowed with nature’s green gifts and great vibes.

Grand Central Terminal is one of the oldest original pieces of architecture still standing in New York. In the early 1900s, this terminal brought mass commute to America in a beautiful way.

Even if you’re not a baseball fan, it’s hard not to know the names of the famous baseball players of the New York Yankees. Yogi Berra, Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle, just to name a few. Fall in love with American baseball at the one and only Yankee Stadium.

Madison Square Garden, pinned as "the world’s most famous arena," is an entertainment powerhouse. Whether you’re watching the Knicks in an NBA game, the Rangers in an NHL match, or enjoying a concert from your favorite artist, Madison Square Garden has what you need.

Suspended over the East River, the Brooklyn Bridge connects Manhattan to Brooklyn. Designated a national historic landmark in 1964, this engineering feat is one of America’s most famous bridges and one of New Yorks greatest attractions.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral may very well be one of New York’s most sacred and most treasured landmarks. This Neo-Gothic-style Roman Catholic cathedral is a very popular landmark and tourist destination.

Now over one hundred years old, the New York Public Library was built by the city’s most prominent architects of the day. The library is guarded by two marble lions nicknamed "Patience" and "Fortitude," and the pair have guarded the library since 1911.