what are the best places to see in New York City?

Answer 1

You know all the usual stuff: Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Ground Zero, etc. Here is the other stuff I like to take people to see when they come to visit:

Chinatown: There is an information booth on Canal Street at the intersections of Walker & Baxter. My favorite street in Chinatown is Mott Street, and my favorite restaurant is Hop Kee on the corner of Mott St. & Mosco St. Every dish is good, and they are known for the Crabs Cantonese. For dessert, you have some serious options: walk up Mott Street towards Canal and turn right on Bayard to go to the Chinatown Ice Cream Factory. Try flavors like red bean, almond cookie, green tea, taro root, lychee sorbet. Or don't turn onto Bayard, and instead go to the pastry shop on the left at the corner of Mott and Canal and get an almond cookie or something. OR cross Canal, go left, and hang your first right onto Mulberry Street and have some gelatti or a canoli in Little Italy.

The Cloisters: The Cloisters is the branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. If you visit the Cloisters on the same day you visit the main building of the Met, one admission covers both. (But remember: the Met is pay-as-you-wish.) The Cloisters is located at the very north end of Manhattan in beautiful Fort Tryon Park and affords spectacular views of the Hudson River, the George Washington Bridge, and New Jersey. While there, be sure to wander south through the park to visit the various gardens.

South Street Seaport: There is a little museum, and you can go onto the old tall-masted ship, but for me, it's just the ambience of walking around. Start on Water St/Pearl St and check out the lighthouse that memorializes those who died on the Titanic. Then wander across the pedestrians-only portion of Fulton Street until you hit the seaport. A huge mall has been built out on the pier which offers many places to eat, as well as some interesting art stores. Last I was there, there was a butterfly store, a NY photo store, and an art gallery of NY artists (Art a la Carte). During the summer, there are often concerts on the pier in the evening.

Brooklyn Bridge: To get some energy, start off in Brooklyn by having some pizza at Grimaldi's (19 Old Fulton Street) and then getting some ice cream at the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory in the little lighthouse at the end of the street. Then have a nice walk across the bridge and have gorgeous views of the Statue of Liberty and the NY skyline.

And last but not least, see a show: I threw in my favorite link to find out what's going on at the theaters. Be sure to check out the "Ticket Information" section down on the left for info on discounts. And there's always tkts for discount tickets. The link for that is there, too.

HAVE FUN!

Answer 2

Central Park with all its special places (Belvedere Castle, the Rambles, the Zoo), but it'd be unique for you to rent a rowboat from the Boathouse and go around the lake where turtles will be sunning on rocks and mallard ducks, swans, Canada goose might be swimming in the lake. (Most people don't associate NYC and nature.)

At the Metropolitan Museum of Art (eastside by Central Park on Fifth Avenue and 82nd Street), you will be awed by the Temple of Dendur in the Egyptian wing. So peaceful yet magnificent. Throw a penny or 2 into the reflection pool and make a wish or 2.

Another impressive/photographic sight would be to see the many international flags flying in unison under a blue sky, in front of the United Nations (42nd-46th Street on First Avenue).

Answer 3

The underground gold vault at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, New York Stock Exchange, Time Square, Dimond District, and Madison Avenue.

Answer 4

I just returned from NY City last week (June 28, 2006). The best way to see a lot of different things is to take a cab to Times Square. Within a 10 - 12 block area you can see and shop at Macy's, see the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, NBC and ABC Studios. See the Ed Sullivan Studio where David Letterman tapes his TV show and the Hello Deli where he tapes with Rupert. There are also many places to eat. We ate at Planet Hollywood (dessert) where there are so many things to see that was used in many movies. The largest Toys are Us is there. The list goes on and on. You can get free maps almost everywhere (hotel lobby' have them) and they are very informative. I picked up a free magazine on the corner of one street called, WHERE, and it tells you what is happening for that month in NY City. Enjoy and have fun. Me and my family did. People will tell you it's expensive in NYC but if you watch what you do and where you go it's not. There are many Plays you can attend (kinda of expensive) or just walking and seeing the theatres is fun and you can also get in to see TV shows that are taping (free). There is a website called TripAdvisor.com that is very helpful, I know it was for me. Souviners are expensive but we found a store called, The Everything is .99 Cent Store, or named something like that, on West 45th Street and found the same souviners for 99 cents that they were selling for much, much, more just a block away. So you see, just watch where you spend your money and you can have a good time for less. One more thing, you can also find I love New York City T-Shirts at many street stores (S-XL) 4 for $10.00. At the brand named stores they are like $9.99 and up. Walk, site see, and enjoy.

Answer 5

Times Sqaure, If you like Basketball I would suggest the NBA store.. See a Broadway play, Empire State Building... Eat at the Hard Rock Cafe.. Lots of stuff to do there!! Good luck and have a good vacation :)

Answer 6

Central Park, the Bronx Zoo, eat at Junior's in Brooklyn, see Times Square, all the usual stuff like Statue of Liberty..

Answer 7

definitely Central Park. just take a day or 2 [or 3] to walk around the whole park. It is so beautiful. I do it for hours on end and never tire of it. trust me you will thank me when you do it. have fun!

Answer 8

Maybe the place where the twin towers were. Lay some flowers. Say a few hail mary's or our fathers.....what ever.

Answer 9

ESPN zone, empire state building

Answer 10

don't miss the museum of wax (madam tussaud's)... new york is absolutely breathtaking! have a good trip...