The big apple is the largest city in the United States with many ingenious, world class attractions and famous landmarks. Take the ferry over to Liberty Island to see The Statue of Liberty, get a bird’s eye view of the city atop The Empire State Building, take in the scenery and attractions within Central Park, and be amongst the hustle and bustle of Times Square. Lodge in Times Square to be in the heart of the excitement of the city that never sleeps. NYC offers dozens of world class museums which includes the MET, The Natural History Museum, the MOMA, and the Guggenheim, so it‘s no wonder why visitors come from every nook and cranny of the planet to take in the excitement and catch a show on Broadway itself. Be sure to visit Madame Tussauds wax museum to get your picture taken with your favorite celebrity! Save money by getting a combination ticket in the form of a NYC CityPASS (which allows you to save 43% on admission to 6 NYC attractions) or a New York Pass (which allows you to see over 80 attractions for one discounted price). NYC is about a 2 hour drive from Philadelphia (94 miles), a 2½ hour drive from Atlantic City (125 miles), 4 hours from Boston (214 miles) and a little over four hours from Washington, DC (225 miles).

Top 12 Attractions

1. Statue of Liberty (1886) is located on the 12 acre Liberty Island in New York Harbor, but very close to NYC. This statue was a gift of international friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States, a symbols of political freedom and democracy today. This small, but well known island is accessible by Circle Line-Statue of Liberty Ferry, Inc. ferries only and includes visits to Ellis Island as well. Lady Liberty stands 152 feet high atop an 89-foot pedestal. If you just want a closer view of lady liberty, without getting off at Liberty Island, consider the commuter ferry that runs from Battery Park to Staten Island. This ferry offers amazing views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the New York Harbor for free. On July 4, 2009 the crown reopened, but only about 240 people are allowed into the crown each day, at the rate of three groups of 10 every hour. Crown tickets cost an extra $3 per person, on top of the ferry ticket price. The ten-story pedestal, museum and outdoor observation deck re-opened in 2004, while the torch continues to be off-limits to visitors since it closed in 1916. A ferry ticket is required to visit and tickets are $17 for adults and $9 for children. Crown access is an additional $3.

2. Times Square – Ranked by Forbes as the number one most visited attraction in America, with a whopping 35 annual visitors. Home to the New Years Eve Ball Drop. Bigger doesn’t always mean better is a major commercial intersection in the borough of Manhattan in New York City, at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue and stretching from West 42nd to West 47th Streets. The extended Times Square area, also called the Theatre District, consists of the blocks between Sixth and Eighth Avenues from east to west, and West 40th and West 53rd Streets from south to north, making up the western part of the commercial area of Midtown Manhattan. Learn more by reading our post about 20 Things You Didn’t Know About Times Square.

3. A trip to NYC would not be complete without visiting the Empire State Building (1931), although for those who plan to come on a busy day you can expect very, very long lines.  This New York City Landmark and National Historic Landmark is home to the 86th-floor observatory which is 1,050 feet above the streets below, letting you see up to 80 miles away on a clear day with 360-degree views. Come day or night (or even right before sunset to get a day and night view) for a stunning view from this observation deck which over 110 million people have visited. There is a second observation deck on the 102nd floor that is completely enclosed and much smaller than the other. As you could imagine, prices are higher for this deck. The New York Skyride is another attraction inside this building, located on the 2nd floor. Experience a motion simulator attraction like no other, providing a 25 minute simulated aerial tour over the city. The Empire State Building was the world’s tallest building from 1931 to 1973, with a total of 102 floors. Admission to the main deck on the 86th floor is $27 for adults and $21 for children.

Also consider visiting The Top of The Rock observatory deck, instead (especially on a busy day). Admission to The Top of The Rock is $27 for adults and $17 for children.

4. Fifth Avenue is lined with prestigious shops and is consistently ranked among the most expensive shopping streets in the world. In 2008, Forbes magazine ranked Fifth Avenue as being the most expensive street in the world. Fifth Avenue originates at Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village and runs northwards through the heart of Midtown, along the eastern side of Central Park, where it forms the boundary of the Upper East Side and through Harlem, where it terminates at the Harlem River at 142nd Street. Traffic crosses the river on the Madison Avenue Bridge. Fifth Avenue serves as the dividing line for house numbering in Manhattan.

Going around the holidays? See the huge Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center and ice skate beneath it.

5. (Free) Central Park (1859) runs from 59th to 110th streets and 5th Avenue to 8th Avenue. Great place to play at the zoo, playgrounds, skating rinks and more. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to this large, grassy park that is located right in the heart of NYC. Make your trip romantic by riding in one of the many horse-drawn carriages. It’s not cheap, but it’s a fun way to get around the park. Experience the 843 acres of beautiful paths, lakes, ponds, and meadows. Those looking for more of a garden environment will want to visit the New York Botanical Garden, which we rank as one of the 12 Best Botanical Gardens In The USA. Be sure to also check out our post on 20 Things You Didn’t Know About Central Park.

6. See a Broadway show, like The Radio City Rockettes at The Radio City Music Hall or The Jersey Boys. Another classic is Phantom of The Opera, which opened on Broadway in 1988, making it the longest-running Broadway show of all time and Chicago is the second longest (currently in production) show of all time. Or stop by Carnegie Hall (1891) to hear the sound of first class acoustics to the tune of opera or jazz; past performers include The Beatles, Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin. Disney has three Broadway shows: The Newsies on Broadway, The Lion King (the third longest-running Broadway show that is currently in production) and The Aladdin. 2013 Tony winners include: Matilda, Kinky Boots, Cinderella and Pippin.

7. See a world class museum, such as MoMA, The Museum of Modern Art, which was founded in 1929 and is home to artists including: Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso, Warhol, Lichtenstein, Rothko, Pollock and Bourgeois.  Must-sees include Van Gogh’s 1889 The Starry Night, Cézanne’s The Bather, Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, Henri Rousseau’s The Sleeping Gypsy, Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans and Gold Marilyn Monroe, Lichtenstein’s Girl With Ball, and Hopper’s House by the Railroad. MoMA is $25 but it is free if you come between 4pm-8pm.

Be sure to also see the largest Museum in the Western Hemisphere, The Met, which stands for The Metropolitan Museum of Art, which receives over five million visitors each year, making it the cities most popular single-site tourist attraction. It would take you your entire vacation to see the entire museum, so plan on just seeing the highlights and consider taking their Museum Highlights Tour. The Met houses paintings from Renoir, Picasso and Rembrandt and the rarest and most expensive baseball card in the world, a 1909 Honus Wagner that is worth over $200,000. There is no true admission price, but it is recommended that you pay (it includes same day admission to The Cloisters) $25 for adults, $17 for seniors and $12 for students.

Another classic is the Guggenheim Museum (1959), showcasing works by Degas, Van Gough, Picasso, Pollock, Kandinsky and a variety of other A-listers. This museum is located in New York’s swanky Upper East Side; we discuss other Upper East Side attractions in our post on 12 Things To Do In New York’s Upper East Side. Admission is normally $18 but free/by donation from 5:45 to 7:45 on Saturdays.

Pictured above is the Guggenheim, designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

New York is also home to 3 of the museums on my list of the 27 Coolest Museums In America! These include the Museum of Sex, a place that offers a historical look at the history of sex in our culture, featuring over 20 exhibitions and installations. Current exhibits include “The Sex Life of Animals,” sharing everything from same sex pairings to dolphin blowhole sex and panda porn. Sorry perverted kids, you have to be 18 or older. Admission is $17.50 for adults and $15.25 for students and seniors.

One of the cities best kept secrets is The Museum, which features 15 new exhibitions and is located within a freight elevator in a building on a TriBeCa side street. This 60-square-foot space has a collection of everyday and esoteric items, these include plastic vomit, the shoe hurled at President George W. Bush, toothpaste tubes, Disney bulletproof children’s backpacks, and even objects made by prisoners! Current exhibits include “The Rocks and Tools from Tom Sach’s Mars expedition, Tip Jars collected by Jim Walrod, and Surf and Turf Potato Chips!” The Museum has been open since early 2013 on weekends only, but a glass peephole allows a look inside 24/7. Free but donations are gladly accepted.

Another of the coolest museums in America is the National Toy Hall of Fame in nearby Rochester, NY. Established in 1998, this museum recognizes toys that have inspired creative play and enjoyed popularity over a sustained period. Each year, they induct new honorees and showcase both new and historic versions of classic toys beloved by generations. They house the world’s largest and most comprehensive assemblage of toys, dolls, board games, electronic games, books, photographs, documents, and other historical materials related to play. General admission is $13.50.

8. The Bronx Zoo is one of the best zoos in the country, featuring over 4,000 animals and 600 species. including the Asian elephant, polar bear, gorilla, lemur, giraffe, California sea lion, snow leopard, magellan penguin, alligator, and a butterfly garden. Children will especially enjoy the children’s zoo as well as the carousel and a guided monorail tour. In my interview with the author of “America’s Best Zoos,” I learned that it is often considered to be among the three best zoos in America. Admission is $16.95 for adults and $12.95 for children.

Those who prefer to stay in the heart of Manhattan will want to visit The Central Park Zoo instead, which is smaller but much more convenient, showcasing animals including snow leopards, California sea lions, red Pandas, gentoo penguins and dart poison frogs. Save 10% at either when you buy your tickets online. Admission is $12 for adults and $7 for children.

9. 9/11 Memorial & Museum was dedicated on September 11, 2011, the 10th anniversary of the attacks. This 8-acre memorial honors the nearly 3,000 people who died in the attacks on February 26, 1993 and September 11, 2001, featuring more than 400 trees and waterfalls that flow into two large reflecting pools, in the towers’ footprints, and the names of the men, women and children who lost their lives are inscribed in bronze parapets that surround the pools. The museum houses artifacts, pictures, videos and accounts from people from around the world. Admission requires a reservation, which is free if made in person, or $2 if made over the phone or online (9/11 victims’ family members are exempt).

Next door you will find One World Trade Center (formerly Freedom Tower), which opened in 2014 with 104 floors, with a three-story observation deck on floors 100-102. It is considered a single tower replacement to the Twin Towers and it’s the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere and the 4th tallest building in the world.

10. Take a tour – one of the cities leading tours is the TMZ tour, which is brought to you by the makers of the popular celebrity gossip site and TV show. Unlike it’s sister attraction in LA, these tours operate from a nice warm closed in bus, which does make it a little hard to take that perfect snapshot through the tinted windows. Nevertheless, you will enjoy the warmth on a chilly day, as you get to go on a 2 hour tour through NYC’s hottest spots and you are likely to get a first hand look at some of your favorite celebs. They meet near Times Square and the cost is $49 for adults and $39 for children.

Also consider trying a news studio tour to get a backstage look offered at some of your favorite news stations. Get behind the scenes of ABC’s Good Morning America in Times Square with a backstage tour. You can even join in on a live broadcast! Visit the website to fill out a request with the dates of your vacation to be considered for a broadcast viewing. NBC Studios inside Rockefeller Center closed until further notice to improve the tour experience. Instead, you can still go inside this legendary building with the Rockefeller Center Tours, amongst New York’s most famous places.

In our post on 12 Things To Do In New York’s Upper East Side, we talk about a few other cool tours that are designer to show you the real life sets of your favorite TV shows, including the Gossip Girl Sites Tour, the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour and the Sopranos Sites Tour.

11. Yankee Stadium – The original Yankee Stadium, known as “The House That Ruth Built,” opened in 1923 and served as the Yankees’ home until 2008. The new Yankee Stadium opened in 2009 and is a must-see for any baseball fan. Visitors can take a guided tour, which includes stops at the clubhouse/batting cage area (only during the off-season or when the team is on the road), the dugout and Monument Park, as well as the New York Yankees Museum, which offers an insiders look to the Yankees. Also check out the full NY Yankees VIP Baseball Tour to meet with members of your favorite team. Parents, this is a kid’s dream come true! It was featured on our list of the Top 10 Behind the Scenes Tours in America. The prices and dates for these events vary, so be sure to take a look what’s listed on the website for something different. Regular game tickets range from $15 to $325.

12. Coney Island – This ever changing amusement district is home to Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park and Nathan’s Famous (which originated here on Coney Island in 1917) operate next to Luna Park, (formerly known as Astroland), which reopened in 2010 to include 28 rides, including two roller coasters. Other area attractions include MCU Park, the home of Mets and the 14 acre New York Aquarium, which features sharks, walruses, California sea lions, sea otters, penguins, octopi and many more. Also stop by Brighton Beach, just a short stroll away on the Boardwalk.

The Cost

If you are looking for a bargain then you may want to go to DC or Vegas; NYC is pricey, but well worth a visit. You can save by going with a cheaper hotel in a great location (location is not something to compromise on when your paying for taxis left and right). Be sure to buy either the NYC CityPass or the New York Pass if you plan on seeing a lot. Also be sure to check out my interview with the New York Times’ Frugal Traveler, Seth Kugel, who shares a few great budget travel tips for visiting NYC. After all, the city is ranked by Forbes as the most expensive US city to visit.

Restaurants

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria – New Yorkers love their iconic pizza pies and Grimaldi’s is among the towns top pizzerias, as a favorite among celebrities including Frank Sinatra and former NYC Mayor Guiliana. Other popular classic pizza joints include Di Fara‘s and John‘s. Also consider trying Lombardi’s, which became America’s first pizzeria in 1905.

Opaque – Dine in complete darkness! Many of the servers are blind (well, even if they weren’t, it wouldn’t do them much good!). The experience is designed to allow you to ignore the atmosphere and solely take in the sounds, feelings, and of course the tastes. It is quite pricey, in fact a three-course meal can cost over $100. But where else can you get such an experience (turn the lights off at home and eat?! Nahh.). They also have locations in LA, San Diego, San Francisco and Dallas.

Ellen’s Stardust Diner – The retro 1950’s themed restaurant is considered one of the best themed restaurants in all of NYC. They are the home to singing waiters and waitresses and they are conveniently located in Times Square, across from Carnegie Hall. They even have an indoor train and a “drive-in theater screen” which shows performances from the 1950’s. It has been featured on American Idol, The Today Show, and a movie starring Sarah Jessica Parker called “New Year’s Eve.”

Masa NYC – Those looking to spend an arm and a leg on a really good meal, this is your place. This Japanese/sushi restaurant is supposed to be the most expensive restaurant in the entire world! It’s at least the most expensive restaurant in NYC. The meals costs $450 per person, not including tip, tax or drinks. The sushi bar itself is a $60,000 piece of rare hinokiwood from Japan. Reservations for the 26 available seats are taken three weeks in advance. Many consider it be the world’s best sushi/Japanese restaurant.

The adjacent Bar Masa is at least a little more affordable. Both are located on the fourth floor of the Time Warner Center.

*Fun Fact: A second Bar Masa opened in 2009 in the Aria Resort in Las Vegas.

Ted’s Montana Grill – Owned by CNN founder Ted Turner, this restaurant has become famous for its delicious bison, burgers, and salads. This chain has grown to have dozens of restaurants around the country.

Pastis – For our round-up post on the best restaurants in America, we reached out to Food Network host and author Robin Miller about her favorite restaurant in America and she choose Pastis. Robin says “The trendy, uber-friendly bar is the perfect place to unwind after a day on set. New York’s meat-packing district is about as fashionable as it gets. Funny thing is, I don’t care about that – I just love the cobblestone streets and Old New York feel of the neighborhood. The place is always bustling and as you nibble on items from their simple, yet expertly crafted menu, you hear laughter and chatter from every corner of the lively room. On a recent trip, I brought my two boys (ages 10 and 11) and experienced the place in a completely different way. That sealed the deal for me; no matter what my day has been like , I adore cozying up to the vibe, food and company of Pastis.”

American Girl Cafe – Anyone with a young daughter or grand daughter will have to bring their girl here to this full-service restaurant! Brunch is $19 per person, lunch is $22, afternoon tea is $19 and dinner is $23. Dinner is only offered at select times. Let your girl shop next door for dolls, t-shirts, posters, and all things girly!

Dine at one of the largest Chinatowns in the country.

Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs – Stop by Coney Island to experience this American classic. Like its neighboring roller coaster, the Cyclone, Nathan’s is holds a deep place in America’s roots. You don’t just get a World Famous Beef Hot Dog here, you’re part of a little piece of New York City history as you chow down on the famous boardwalk. And we recommend you ride the Cyclone before, not after.

Lucky Cheng’s– Located in Times Square, this unique restaurant is known for serving dinner served by glamorous drag queens. The Asian-American three-course meals come with a cabaret show featuring a bawdy comedian hostess and Asian dance performances by other drag queens. After the last show, karaoke and dancing for all.

Blue Ribbon– When I asked Chaz Brown, from Bravo’s Top Chef, about his favorite restaurant in America, he said Blue Ribbon is his favorite NYC restaurant. He says “the fact that the Blue Ribbon serves a full menu till about 4 am is super clutch. You can stroll in with a a few buddies after a night of partying and have a dozen oysters, a foie gras terrine, fried chicken, tofu ravioli’, hummus, or just about anything. The fact that it’s all pretty darn good is a huge plus. The cocktails and wine selection are tailored made or restaurant professionals and full on foodies. Order the fried oysters and the salt and pepper shrimp, trust me. This place never disappoints and is a must visit if you love good food and love it late night.”

Gramercy Tavern – We also reached out to The Food Network’s Keegan Gerhard and he said Gramercy Tavern was his favorite restaurant in America. Ha said “Whether I’m there to me a friend for a drink, a casual solo dinner in the Tavern or a fancier affair in the dining room Gramercy Tavern always feels just right. More importantly the staff always makes you feel welcome and appropriate no matter the occasion. Seasonal, creative, delicious food, truly warm and welcoming ambiance and service – true excellence in hospitality in every way. On second thought, it wasn’t hard at all – Gramercy Tavern is my favorite restaurant by far.”

IL Mulino – John Elway, the oldest quarterback to ever win a Super Bowl, told us that his favorite restaurant outside of Colorado is IL Mulino. He says “Claudio, the maître d completely makes the experience. We order nothing and he brings me everything. The chef’s specialties. It is a warm, engaging atmosphere with amazing food.”

The Heath – Countess LuAnn de Lesseps from The Real Housewives of New York City says her favorite restaurant is The Heath. She goes on to say “I really love the new restaurant, it is in the McKittrick Hotel in Chelsea right by the Highline. It just opened and I have already been there three times, twice with friends and once on a date. It’s fun with live music and the atmosphere is sultry, chic and romantic. The speciality drinks are fun and the food is amazing. It’s definitely one of my new NYC hotspots.”

Planet Hollywood Times Square – A true NYC tradition – see the Hollywood memorabilia  and choose from a wide variety of menu options here at this celebrity owned restaurant.

Southern Hospitality BBQ – Leave it to Memphis boy Justin Timberlake to bring a touch of his hometown of Memphis to the Big Apple. This location is in Midtown West/Hell’s Kitchen (they used to have another location on the Upper East Side but it recently closed, who would’ve known that Upper East Side JAPs weren’t into BBQ?!). Get out of the rat race and get a dose of some good ‘ole Southern hospitality here at this fabulous BBQ joint.

Michael Jodan’s The Steakhouse – While most celebrity-owned restaurants close their doors in less than a year (Scott Disick’s Ryu closed in just 6 months), Michael Jordan’s has broken the cycle and continues to have rave reviews online. It is located in the Grand Central terminal. He actually has another location in Chicago.

The Spice Market – I’ve never eaten here myself, but my good friend La Carmina (who I recently interviewed for The USCityTraveler Interview series) highly recommends this incredible Southeast Asian Restaurant, which is located in the Manhattan Meatpacking District.

Daniel – Why not try the contemporary French cuisine at pro-traveler Stef Michaels’ (you know, Adventure Girl, the girl with over a million Twitter followers?!) favorite restaurant?! It’s located in Manhattan’s Upper East Side and definitely worth the splurge! Try it and send me an email letting me know how you like it. Tell ’em Taylor sent ya!

DB Bistro – Also owned by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud and also a favorite of Adventure Girl, this French bistro is located one block East of Times Square.

TGI Fridays – Their Times Square location may not be all that unique but it is an American classic and it holds the title of “America’s largest Friday’s.” The first TGI Fridays actually opened in NYC in 1965 and has been a huge hit ever since, over 500 locations can be found across the planet.

Goldbar – Located in Little Italy on the Lower East Side, this luxurious eatery is covered from floor to ceiling in extravagant gold decor, decked out with crystal chandeliers, with floor to ceiling skulls covering its walls. They have tables that were custom-made to resemble Cartier bracelets and they even have glamorous gold chains separating the rooms. I think this should be their theme song.

Fraunces Tavern – This place opened in 1762, which makes it the 2nd oldest restaurant in America (right after the White Horse tavern in Newport, RI). It is currently located in New York’s financial district. Among the restaurants most famous events was in 1783 when they held a congratulatory party for George Washington and his troops after they pushed the British army out of New York.

Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse – As featured on The Food Network’s “World’s Weirdest Restaurants” TV show, this authentic Jewish restaurant “has an every-day-is-a-bar-mitzvah attitude that will make you say “mazel tov!” In fact, they don’t have an official website, but they do have an official Facebook page! Located on The Lower East Side, they actually keep a pitcher of chicken fat on each table as a condiment and they prepare a table side chop liver as their signature dish (they call it the Jewish Caesar salad). The walls are festively decorated with photographs, business cards, neckties, paper streamers and “Happy Birthday” and “Happy Hanukkah” signs.

The View NYC – New York’s only revolving restaurant is located on the 48th floor of the Marriott Marquis. It makes a 360° turn every hour, featuring a diverse American menu. What better way to take in the city skyline than to enjoy it while you dine.

Peep – This is a trendy yet authentic Thai restaurant in SoHo where the entire restaurant can be watched from the bathroom’s super-sreepy one-way viewing walls. Enjoy great cuisine with large portions – they won a 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.

Ninja New York – Featuring Japanese-French-American fusion fare, the journey starts as guests are taken up the elevator and then through a secret path, where wild nijas come out of nowhere and scare the living daylights out of you!! Each dungeon like chamber houses a single table complete with surprises and scares from all angles. The the meal concludes with a lengthy magic show from yet another ninja, this time armed with a deck of cards.

Shopping

Fifth Avenue is often considered to be the best shopping destination in the entire country, if not some may say the entire world.

It’s also especially known for its incredible toy store, two of which are featured on our list of 9 of the Coolest Toy Stores in America. Most notably, FAO Schwarz is the famed toy store featured in the movie “BIG”, where Tom Hanks—a boy trapped inside a man’s body—plays the giant piano keys with his feet. It was founded in 1862 and contains a vast collection of high-end toys that are often unique only to this store! There are puzzles, dolls, oversized stuffed animals and action games from all your favorite characters like Caillou and Hello Kitty. What makes this place great is their fantastic customer service and real-life Toy Soldiers stationed at the entrance. Kids and adults will love a look around just for the atmosphere of fun. You can even have breakfast with a Toy Soldier and walk through with a guide for a 45 minute tour about the history of the place. FAO Schwarz is located in Manhattan at 767 5th Avenue. It is open Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 7 pm or Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm.

Toys R Us is located in the heart of NYC at the happening Times Square, where “The World’s Greatest Toy Store” can be found. Some claim that Toys R Us in New York with all its 110,000 square feet of toys and games for all ages is the best toy store in the US. It certainly is an enormous collection of toys that draws hundreds of thousands to visit annually. Inside you will find a 60 foot Ferris Wheel, a giant T-Rex and a life-sized Barbie house to impress all the little ones. This toy store is one of the top attractions in the city for children that boasts a world of fun for everyone. Check the listings for special events with characters like Spiderman and shop around for the hottest brands and toys on the market! Toys R Us is located at 1514 Broadway at 44th in New York City. It opens from Sunday to Thursday 10 a to 10 pm or Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 11 pm.

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