Top New York City Attractions and Landmarks

 

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
 
 
11 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA https://www.moma.org/
Founded in 1929 as the first museum dedicated entirely to contemporary art, the Museum of Modern Art is home to an impressive collection of modern works of art. From painting and sculpture to film and architecture, MoMA's diverse collection has something for just about everyone. Don't miss its gift shop, where you can buy classy souvenirs of your trip. 
 

American Museum of Natural History

200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, USA
Phone +1 212-769-5100 https://www.amnh.org

Since opening to the public in 1869, the American Museum of Natural History has evolved and grown. In addition to the Rose Center planetarium and permanent displays, the museum hosts a revolving series of temporary exhibitions.

This is a great place for kids, with IMAX shows and a Discovery Center that is full of hands-on activities for children. The food court and several cafes offer visitors a variety of different dining options and a chance to refuel during an extended visit.

 

Grand Central Terminal

89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA
Phone +1 212-340-2583
https://www.grandcentralterminal.com/

Grand Central Terminal is both an essential New York City transit hub and an authentic example of Beaux-Arts architecture. 

Renovations since its opening in 1913 have turned Grand Central into more than just a hub for transportation. You can shop, eat, have a drink, and just marvel at this architectural landmark of New York City. Its special spots, including the Campbell, Whisper Gallery outside of the Oyster Bar, and the Main Concourse Information Booth Clock, make this a particularly special destination, and it's all free.

 

Central Park

New York, NY, USA
Phone +1 212-310-6600
https://www.centralparknyc.org/

Central Park's 843 acres have offered a welcome escape from the concrete jungle of New York City since the mid-19th century, and 42 million people visit this green oasis every year. New Yorkers and visitors alike come to Central Park year-round to exercise, relax, and explore.

One of the reasons that Central Park is such a magical place is that no matter how many times you visit, there's always something new to discover or explore. Visitors might enjoy a picnic in Central Park, watching a SummerStage concert or even taking a free walking tour offered by the ​Central Park Conservancy.

Central Park was the first major landscaped public park in the United States and was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux.

 

Rockefeller Center

45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USA
Phone +1 212-332-6868
https://www.rockefellercenter.com/

Rockefeller Center is a great destination for visitors any time of year, but it's an especially big draw during the holiday season, with its famous Christmas tree and ice skating rink. Built during the Great Depression, the complex's Art Deco architecture and works of art make it destination-worthy, even without all the shops, restaurants, and activities happening.

Besides its Christmas tree and ice skating rink, the midtown Manhattan landmark also offers visitors the wonderful Top of the Rock Observation Deck, where you can enjoy a great view of Manhattan from 850 feet above street level, and Radio City Music Hall, which hosts concerts, shows, and performances year-round.

 

Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan

Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY 10038, USA https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/infrastructure/brooklyn-bridge.shtml

The Brooklyn Bridge opened in 1883. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge. It has been designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service, and a New York City Landmark by the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

A walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Lower Manhattan to Brooklyn Heights, across the East River, is such an authentic New York experience that it's often dramatized in movies and TV shows to set the scene. It's free and magnificent. Walk along the Brooklyn Heights Promenade on the Brooklyn side for spectacular views of Lower Manhattan and grab a hot dog from a street vendor on the Manhattan side of the bridge, just across from City Hall Park.

 

Broadway and the Theater District

Theater District, New York, NY, USA
 

September 11 Memorial

The National September 11 Memorial has been constructed in honor to those who were killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The names of those who died are engraved in two bronze panels flanking the Memorial pools. The pools are each nearly an acre in size and mark the footprints of the Twin Towers that once stood on that site. The National September 11 Memorial Museum serves to educate the public on the implications of the attacks through multimedia displays, archives, narratives and a collection of artifacts.
 

High Line

The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above Manhattan’s West Side. The park is maintained and operated by Friends of the High Line, which fought for the preservation and transformation of the rail line into green space. Every month there are new fun and diverse activities for visitors. These include stargazing, tree tours and art tours along with season specific events such as the Haunted High Line Halloween in October. Some of the park’s attractions include naturalized plantings and splendid views of the Hudson River. The High Line also integrates cultural attractions into its design with architecture and art installations.

 

Fifth Avenue

Ranked as one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world, Fifth Avenue is a prime destination for visitors with a taste for luxury. The section of Fifth that crosses Midtown Manhattan between 49th and 60th Streets is lined with high-end shops including designer showrooms and prestigious department stores. The section of Fifth Avenue between 82nd to 105th streets on the Upper East Side is referred to as the Museum Mile. Nine museums are situated along this stretch of Fifth including the Guggenheim and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
 

Times Square

With over 39 million visitors annually, Times Square is the world’s most visited tourist attraction. The bright lights and big city feel of this commercial intersection have iconified this spot as “The Crossroad of the World.” Today, Times Square is a major center of the world’s entertainment industry. The annual New Year’s Eve ball drop, which began in 1907, has been a staple of the square’s allure. The shopping, entertainment and plethora of restaurants offer many activities and options for every type of visitor. It’s an area not to be missed on a trip to New York City.
Madison Square Gardens

Chrysler Building

 

New York Botanical Garden

This spectacular 250-acre garden is one of the top attractions in the Bronx. It contains 50 themed gardens, indoor rainforests, and popular year-round events. Attend the Holiday Train Show from Nov. 19, 2016 through Jan. 16, 2017, and the Orchid Show from Feb. 18 through April 9, 2017.
 

Top of the Rock Observation Platform

 

One World Trade Center

 

Wall Street & Charging Bull: The Financial Center

Manhattan’s Wall Street is home to the New York Stock Exchange and the headquarters of numerous banks.
 

The iconic Flatiron Building near Madison Square Park

 

New York Public Library

 

Roosevelt Island Tramway

 

The Cyclone in Coney Island

 

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Federal Hall National Memorial
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Strawberry Fields
St. Patrick’s Cathedral 
The Bronx Zoo
National Geographic Ocean Odyssey
Nintendo World
Harlem
 
Whitney Museum of American Art
Ripley’s Believe it or Not!
LEGOLAND
 
 
 
New York City Ocean Cruise Line Facilities
Manhattan Cruise Terminal - New York City has been serving cruise passengers longer than any other US city. The Manhattan Cruise Terminal's Pier 88 and Pier 90 serve the world’s newest and largest ships. The Manhattan Cruise Terminal is one of the most modern facilities in the New York City area.  It is a terminal for ocean-going passenger ships on Manhattan's west side. The terminal consists of North River Piers 88, 90, 92 and 94 on the Hudson River on West 46th Street.

The new terminal includes modern adjustable gangways and expanded pier aprons to load and unload passengers and supplies with greater speed, comfort, and efficiency. The redeveloped terminal also segregated embarking and disembarking passengers onto separate levels, allowing for more efficient use of passenger space and reducing congestion.

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