New York City

★5.0
New York City, New York

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New York City Travel Guide

The most populous city in the United States, described as the cultural, financial, and media capital of the world, significantly influencing commerce, entertainment, research, technology, education, politics, tourism, art, fashion, and sports, and is the most photographed city in the world.

Top Locations

Uptown Manhattan is the area above 59th Street

Central Park

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Apollo Theater

★ 5.0

Historic performance venue showcasing live music, theater, comedy, and cultural events that celebrate the legacy and evolution of African American arts and entertainment.

Central Park

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Cathedral of St. John the Divine

★ 5.0

Cathedral in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan is the world's sixth-largest church by area

Central Park

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American Museum of Natural History

★ 5.0

Museum complex comprises 26 interconnected buildings housing 45 permanent exhibition halls, in addition to a planetarium and a library

Central Park

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Central Park

★ 5.0

Most visited urban park in the United States, with an estimated 42 million visitors annually as of 2016, and is the most filmed location in the world

Central Park

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Columbia University

★ 5.0

Prestigious Ivy League research university featuring historic academic buildings, expansive campus grounds, and a long-standing tradition of innovation, scholarship, and cultural influence.

Central Park

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Frick Collection

★ 5.0

Elegant art museum housed in a historic Gilded Age mansion, featuring masterworks of European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts displayed in intimate gallery rooms.

Central Park

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General Grant National Memorial

★ 5.0

Grand mausoleum honoring a former U.S. president, featuring monumental classical architecture, a domed structure, and a memorial interior open for public reflection.

Central Park

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Hamilton Grange National Memorial

★ 5.0

Restored historic home museum preserving the residence of a founding father, featuring period furnishings and exhibits that interpret early American history and legacy.

Central Park

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Lincoln Center

★ 5.0

16.3-acre complex of buildings houses nationally and internationally renowned performing arts organizations including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, and the New York City Ballet

Central Park

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Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)

★ 5.0

Largest art museum in the United States. Its permanent collection contains over 2 million works, divided among 17 curatorial departments

Central Park

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Roosevelt Island Tramway

★ 5.0

Aerial tramway in New York City that spans the East River and connects Roosevelt Island to the Upper East Side of Manhattan

Central Park

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

★ 5.0

Art museum is the permanent home of a continuously expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern, and contemporary art and also features special exhibitions throughout the year

Midtown Manhattan is the area between 34th Street and 59th Street

NYC Edge

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Broadway Theatre District

★ 5.0

Theatrical performances which are presented in the 41 professional theatres, located in the Theater District and the Lincoln Center along Broadway

NYC Edge

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Bryant Park

★ 5.0

9.6-acre (39,000 m2) public park in Midtown Manhattan where the eastern half is occupied by the Main Branch of the New York Public Library and the western half contains a lawn, shaded walkways, and amenities such as a carousel

NYC Edge

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Chrysler Building

★ 5.0

Art Deco skyscraper in the Turtle Bay neighborhood on the East Side of Manhattan is the tallest brick building in the world with a steel framework

NYC Edge

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Edge NYC

★ 5.0

Outdoor terrace jutting 80 feet outward south, providing panoramic views of Manhattan and the Hudson River

Grand Central Terminal

★ 5.0

Commuter rail terminal in Midtown Manhattan known for its distinctive architecture and interior design that have earned it several landmark designations, including as a National Historic Landmark

NYC Edge

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Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)

★ 5.0

Art museum located in Midtown Manhattan is often identified as one of the largest and most influential museums of modern art in the world

NYC Edge

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New York Public Library Main Branch

★ 5.0

Flagship building in the New York Public Library system and a landmark in Midtown Manhattan

NYC Edge

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Penn Station

★ 5.0

Major underground transportation hub serving intercity and commuter rail lines with extensive connections, concourses, and passenger facilities beneath a large urban complex.

NYC Edge

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Radio City Music Hall

★ 5.0

Art Deco styled entertainment venue within Rockefeller Center known for its large auditorium, which was the world's largest when the Hall first opened

Rockefeller Center

★ 5.0

Large complex consisting of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres (89,000 m2) between 48th Street and 51st Street in Midtown Manhattan. The 14 original Art Deco buildings, commissioned by the Rockefeller family, span the area between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue

Vessel

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St. Patrick Cathedral

★ 5.0

Catholic cathedral in the Midtown Manhattan is the largest Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral in North America

Vessel

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Summit One Vanderbilt

★ 5.0

Multi-level glass observatory offering immersive art installations, mirrored rooms, and panoramic skyline views from towering heights.

NYC Edge

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30 Rockefeller Plaza

★ 5.0

Centerpiece of Rockefeller Center houses the headquarters and New York studios of television network NBC; the Rainbow Room restaurant; and Top of the Rock observation deck

Times Square

★ 5.0

Major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center, brightly lit by numerous billboards and advertisements, is one of the world's busiest pedestrian areas, and the hub of the Broadway Theater District

Times Square

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United Nations Headquarters

★ 5.0

Complex that has served as the official headquarters of the United Nations since its completion in 1951 and holds the seats of the principal organs of the UN, including the General Assembly and the Security Council

30 Rockefeller Plaza / Top of the Rock

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30 Rockefeller Plaza / Top of the Rock

★ 5.0

Centerpiece of Rockefeller Center houses the headquarters and New York studios of television network NBC; the Rainbow Room restaurant; and Top of the Rock observation deck

9/11 Memorial & Museum

★ 5.0

Memorial and museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks

African Burial Ground National Monument

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African Burial Ground National Monument

★ 5.0

Historic memorial and archaeological site preserving the remains and legacy of one of the earliest and largest burial grounds for people of African descent in North America.

American Museum of Natural History

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American Museum of Natural History

★ 5.0

Museum complex comprises 26 interconnected buildings housing 45 permanent exhibition halls, in addition to a planetarium and a library

Apollo Theater

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Apollo Theater

★ 5.0

Historic performance venue showcasing live music, theater, comedy, and cultural events that celebrate the legacy and evolution of African American arts and entertainment.

Bowling Green Park

★ 5.0

Oldest public park in New York City

Broadway Theatre District

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Broadway Theatre District

★ 5.0

Theatrical performances which are presented in the 41 professional theatres, located in the Theater District and the Lincoln Center along Broadway

Bronx Zoo

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Bronx Zoo

★ 5.0

One of the largest zoos in the United States by area and is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States by area

Brookfield Place

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Brookfield Place

★ 5.0

Large mixed-use complex featuring luxury retail shops, diverse dining options, office spaces, and a public atrium with waterfront views and cultural programming.

Brooklyn Bridge

★ 5.0

Southernmost bridge connecting Manhattan Island and Long Island, where only passenger vehicles and pedestrian and bicycle traffic are permitted, is A major tourist attraction since its opening and an icon of New York City

Brooklyn Bridge Park

★ 5.0

85-acre park on the Brooklyn side of the East River includes Main Street Parks, historic Fulton Ferry Landing, Piers 1-6, Empire Stores and the Tobacco Warehouse, and a series of parks and bike paths around Brooklyn

Brooklyn Museum

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Brooklyn Museum

★ 5.0

Expansive art museum featuring vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to contemporary works, housed in a landmark Beaux-Arts building with diverse cultural exhibitions.

Bryant Park

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Bryant Park

★ 5.0

9.6-acre (39,000 m2) public park in Midtown Manhattan where the eastern half is occupied by the Main Branch of the New York Public Library and the western half contains a lawn, shaded walkways, and amenities such as a carousel

Castle Clinton National Monument

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Castle Clinton National Monument

★ 5.0

Historic coastal fort turned national monument serving as a gateway to New York Harbor and a key site in the city’s military and immigration history.

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

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Cathedral of St. John the Divine

★ 5.0

Cathedral in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan is the world's sixth-largest church by area

Central Park

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Central Park

★ 5.0

Most visited urban park in the United States, with an estimated 42 million visitors annually as of 2016, and is the most filmed location in the world

Charging Bull

★ 5.0

Bronze sculpture depicting a bull, the symbol of aggressive financial optimism and prosperity

The High Line

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Chelsea Market

★ 5.0

Food hall, shopping mall, office building and television production facility located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan

Chinatown

★ 5.0

Neighborhood in Lower Manhattan is the home to the highest concentration of Chinese people in the Western Hemisphere and is one of the oldest Chinese ethnic enclaves

Chrysler Building

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Chrysler Building

★ 5.0

Art Deco skyscraper in the Turtle Bay neighborhood on the East Side of Manhattan is the tallest brick building in the world with a steel framework

Columbia University

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Columbia University

★ 5.0

Prestigious Ivy League research university featuring historic academic buildings, expansive campus grounds, and a long-standing tradition of innovation, scholarship, and cultural influence.

Coney Island

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Coney Island

★ 5.0

Peninsular neighborhood and entertainment area in the southwestern section of Brooklyn

The High Line

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Cooper Union

★ 5.0

Historic private college known for its programs in art, architecture, and engineering, featuring landmark buildings, public lectures, and a legacy of accessible education in the heart of Manhattan.

DUMBO

★ 5.0

Short for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, a neighborhood of Brooklyn remade into an upscale residential and commercial community for art galleries, and currently a center for technology startups

Edge NYC

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Edge NYC

★ 5.0

Outdoor terrace jutting 80 feet outward south, providing panoramic views of Manhattan and the Hudson River

Elevated Acre

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Elevated Acre

★ 5.0

Hidden elevated park featuring a landscaped lawn, amphitheater seating, and scenic waterfront views from a quiet terrace above the surrounding city streets.

Ellis Island

★ 5.0

Island in New York Harbor that was the busiest immigrant inspection station in the United States and is now a national museum of immigration

The High Line

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Empire State Building

★ 5.0

Iconic 102-story Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan

Federal Hall

★ 5.0

Historic building in the Financial District where the colonial Stamp Act Congress met to draft its message to King George III claiming entitlement to the same rights as the residents of Britain and other historical events

The High Line

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Flatiron Building

★ 5.0

Triangular 22-story, 285-foot-tall (86.9 m) steel-framed landmarked building located in the eponymous Flatiron District neighborhood of Manhattan.

Flushing Meadows Corona Park

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park

★ 5.0

Public park in the northern part of Queens is the fourth-largest public park in New York City

Fraunces Tavern

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Fraunces Tavern

★ 5.0

Museum and restaurant in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan that played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution

Frick Collection

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Frick Collection

★ 5.0

Elegant art museum housed in a historic Gilded Age mansion, featuring masterworks of European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts displayed in intimate gallery rooms.

Fulton Center

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Fulton Center

★ 5.0

Modern transit and retail hub featuring interconnected subway lines, a central glass atrium with natural lighting, and a mix of shopping and dining spaces.

Gantry Plaza State Park

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Gantry Plaza State Park

★ 5.0

Waterfront state park featuring landscaped lawns, restored industrial gantries, public piers, and unobstructed skyline views across the river.

General Grant National Memorial

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General Grant National Memorial

★ 5.0

Grand mausoleum honoring a former U.S. president, featuring monumental classical architecture, a domed structure, and a memorial interior open for public reflection.

The High Line

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Ghostbusters Headquarters

★ 5.0

Iconic firehouse recognized worldwide as the exterior filming location for a famous movie headquarters, still operating as an active emergency response station.

Governors Island

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Governors Island

★ 5.0

Historic island destination featuring expansive parkland, cultural attractions, waterfront views, and seasonal recreation areas set within a former military site.

Grand Central Terminal

★ 5.0

Commuter rail terminal in Midtown Manhattan known for its distinctive architecture and interior design that have earned it several landmark designations, including as a National Historic Landmark

Greenwich Village

★ 5.0

Neighborhood on the west side of Lower Manhattan known as an artists' haven, the bohemian capital, the cradle of the modern LGBT movement, and the East Coast birthplace of both the Beat and '60s counterculture movements

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

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Hamilton Grange National Memorial

★ 5.0

Restored historic home museum preserving the residence of a founding father, featuring period furnishings and exhibits that interpret early American history and legacy.

Intrepid Museum

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Intrepid Museum

★ 5.0

Historic aircraft carrier transformed into a museum featuring interactive exhibits, military aircraft, a space shuttle, and a submarine that showcase naval, aviation, and space exploration history.

Jefferson Market Library

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Jefferson Market Library

★ 5.0

A landmark Victorian Gothic library housed in a former courthouse, featuring historic architecture, reading rooms, public collections, cultural programs, and one of Manhattan's most recognizable clock towers.

Lincoln Center

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Lincoln Center

★ 5.0

16.3-acre complex of buildings houses nationally and internationally renowned performing arts organizations including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, and the New York City Ballet

Macy’s Herald Square

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Macy’s Herald Square

★ 5.0

Massive multi-level department store offering a vast selection of fashion, beauty, home goods, and dining options within a historic retail landmark setting.

Madison Square Park

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Madison Square Park

★ 5.0

Historic urban green space featuring landscaped lawns, public art installations, shaded seating areas, and recreational spaces for relaxation and community gatherings.

Marsha P. Johnson State Park

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Marsha P. Johnson State Park

★ 5.0

Waterfront green space with open lawns, skyline views, public gathering areas, and historic remnants of a former industrial rail yard.

MET Cloisters

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MET Cloisters

★ 5.0

Museum in Upper Manhattan, specializing in European medieval art and architecture, with a focus on the Romanesque and Gothic periods and contains a large collection of medieval artworks shown in the architectural settings of French monasteries and abbeys

Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)

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Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)

★ 5.0

Largest art museum in the United States. Its permanent collection contains over 2 million works, divided among 17 curatorial departments

Morgan Library and Museum

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Morgan Library and Museum

★ 5.0

Historic library and museum complex showcasing rare manuscripts, books, art, and exhibitions within an architecturally elegant cultural institution.

Museum of American Finance

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Museum of American Finance

★ 5.0

Museum dedicated to the history, culture, and impact of American finance through exhibits, artifacts, documents, and educational programs exploring the evolution of financial markets and institutions.

Museum of Broadway

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Museum of Broadway

★ 5.0

Interactive museum experience featuring immersive exhibits, theatrical sets, and artifacts that trace the history and creative process of Broadway productions.

Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)

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Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)

★ 5.0

Art museum located in Midtown Manhattan is often identified as one of the largest and most influential museums of modern art in the world

Museum of the City of New York

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Museum of the City of New York

★ 5.0

History museum showcasing the evolution of New York City through immersive exhibitions, artifacts, photography, and multimedia storytelling.

Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs

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Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs

★ 5.0

Chain of fast food restaurants specializing in hot dogs. The original Nathan's restaurant stands at the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues in the Coney Island neighborhood of the Brooklyn

National Jazz Museum in Harlem

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National Jazz Museum in Harlem

★ 5.0

Museum dedicated to preserving, promoting, and interpreting jazz through exhibitions, educational programs, performances, and collections celebrating the music's enduring cultural legacy.

National Museum of the American Indian

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National Museum of the American Indian

★ 5.0

Smithsonian museum dedicated to the history, culture, and art of Indigenous peoples of the Americas, housed within a grand historic landmark building.

Neue Galerie New York

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Neue Galerie New York

★ 5.0

Elegant museum dedicated to early 20th-century German and Austrian art and design, featuring masterpieces by Klimt, Schiele, and other influential artists.

New York City Hall

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New York City Hall

★ 5.0

Located at the center of City Hall Park in the Civic Center area of Lower Manhattan, the building is the oldest city hall in the United States that still houses its original governmental functions

New York City Subway

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New York City Subway

★ 5.0

Rapid transit system owned by the City of New York and opened on October 27, 1904, is one of the world's oldest public transit systems, one of the most-used, and the one with the most stations

New York City: Where to Stay

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New York City: Where to Stay

★ 5.0

Historic site and national monument commemorating the burial ground of enslaved and free African Americans in colonial New York.

New York Public Library Main Branch

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New York Public Library Main Branch

★ 5.0

Flagship building in the New York Public Library system and a landmark in Midtown Manhattan

New York Stock Exchange (Wall Street)

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New York Stock Exchange (Wall Street)

★ 5.0

The world's largest stock exchange and is the leading US money center for international financial activities and the foremost US location for the conduct of wholesale financial services.

New York Transit Museum

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New York Transit Museum

★ 5.0

Museum displaying historical artifacts of the New York City Subway, bus, and commuter rail systems in the greater New York City metropolitan region

One World Trade Center

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One World Trade Center

★ 5.0

Main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, is the tallest building in the United States and in the Western Hemisphere, and the sixth-tallest in the world. The tower also has a three-story observation deck

Penn Station

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Penn Station

★ 5.0

Major underground transportation hub serving intercity and commuter rail lines with extensive connections, concourses, and passenger facilities beneath a large urban complex.

Pier 15 East River Esplanade

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Pier 15 East River Esplanade

★ 5.0

Two-level waterfront public pier featuring landscaped seating areas, observation decks, and scenic riverfront spaces for recreation and relaxation.

Prospect Park

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Prospect Park

★ 5.0

Urban park in Brooklyn including 90-acre (36 ha) Long Meadow, the Picnic House, Litchfield Villa, Prospect Park Zoo, the Boathouse, and Concert Grove

Radio City Music Hall

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Radio City Music Hall

★ 5.0

Art Deco styled entertainment venue within Rockefeller Center known for its large auditorium, which was the world's largest when the Hall first opened

Riverside Cathedral

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Riverside Cathedral

★ 5.0

Neo-Gothic church complex featuring a towering steeple, ornate stained glass, and expansive interior spaces used for worship, tours, and cultural events.

Rockefeller Center

★ 5.0

Large complex consisting of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres (89,000 m2) between 48th Street and 51st Street in Midtown Manhattan. The 14 original Art Deco buildings, commissioned by the Rockefeller family, span the area between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue

Roosevelt Island Tramway

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Roosevelt Island Tramway

★ 5.0

Aerial tramway in New York City that spans the East River and connects Roosevelt Island to the Upper East Side of Manhattan

Saint Mark's Church

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Saint Mark's Church

★ 5.0

Historic Episcopal church and cultural landmark hosting worship services, artistic performances, and community programs within a centuries-old architectural setting.

Saks Fifth Avenue

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Saks Fifth Avenue

★ 5.0

Iconic multi-level luxury department store offering designer fashion, beauty products, fine accessories, and upscale dining experiences within an elegant retail environment.

Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden

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Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden

★ 5.0

Historic cultural campus featuring botanical gardens, museums, art galleries, performance spaces, nature trails, and educational programs that unite history, culture, and horticulture.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

★ 5.0

Art museum is the permanent home of a continuously expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern, and contemporary art and also features special exhibitions throughout the year

South Street Seaport Museum

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South Street Seaport Museum

★ 5.0

Historic maritime museum complex preserving ships, artifacts, and exhibits that explore New York City’s seaport, trade, and waterfront heritage.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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St. Patrick's Cathedral

★ 5.0

Catholic cathedral in the Midtown Manhattan is the largest Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral in North America

Staten Island Ferry

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Staten Island Ferry

★ 5.0

Iconic ferry running 5.2 miles through New York Harbor between the New York City boroughs of Manhattan and Staten Island

Statue of Liberty

★ 5.0

Colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor within New York City

Stonewall National Monument

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Stonewall National Monument

★ 5.0

Historic public park and landmark commemorating the LGBTQ rights movement with interpretive displays, gathering spaces, and preserved surroundings reflecting a pivotal civil rights site.

Summit One Vanderbilt

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Summit One Vanderbilt

★ 5.0

Multi-level glass observatory offering immersive art installations, mirrored rooms, and panoramic skyline views from towering heights.

The Battery

★ 5.0

25-acre public park located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island facing New York Harbor containing multiple monuments

The High Line

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The High Line

★ 5.0

1.45-mile-long (2.33 km) elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail created on a former New York Central Railroad spur on the west side of Manhattan

The Shed

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The Shed

★ 5.0

Innovative arts center with a transformable structure hosting performances, exhibitions, and multidisciplinary cultural events in a dynamic modern space.

Vessel

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The Shops and Restaurants at Hudson Yards Plaza

★ 5.0

Upscale indoor shopping mall in New York City

The High Line

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Little Island at Peir 55

★ 5.0

Artificial island park in the Hudson River west of Manhattan, adjoining Hudson River Park and covers 2.4 acres and is supported by 132 pot-shaped structures (called "tulips") suspended above the water

Little Italy

★ 5.0

Neighborhood in Lower Manhattan in New York City, known for its large Italian population

The High Line

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Lower East Side Tenement Museum

★ 5.0

Museum including two historical tenement buildings were home to an estimated 15,000 people, from over 20 nations, between 1863 and 2011, promotes tolerance and historical perspective on the immigrant experience

The High Line

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Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)

★ 5.0

Museum dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history, culture, and contributions of Chinese Americans through artifacts, multimedia exhibits, and community stories spanning generations.

The High Line

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The Plaza Hotel

★ 5.0

21-story, French Renaissance-inspired château style luxury hotel and condominium apartment building in Midtown Manhattan at the southeastern corner of Central Park

SoHo

★ 5.0

Neighborhood in Lower Manhattan known for its location of many artists' lofts and art galleries, and its variety of shops ranging from trendy upscale boutiques to national and international chain store outlets

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

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Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

★ 5.0

Historic brownstone museum recreating the childhood home of President Theodore Roosevelt, offering guided tours, period rooms, and exhibits on his life and legacy.

Times Square

★ 5.0

Major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center, brightly lit by numerous billboards and advertisements, is one of the world's busiest pedestrian areas, and the hub of the Broadway Theater District

Tribeca

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Tribeca

★ 5.0

Historic Manhattan neighborhood known for cobblestone streets, industrial architecture, upscale dining, and a blend of residential and creative spaces.

Trinity Church

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Trinity Church

★ 5.0

Historic parish church in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan, known for its history, location, architecture and endowment

United Nations Headquarters

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United Nations Headquarters

★ 5.0

Complex that has served as the official headquarters of the United Nations since its completion in 1951 and holds the seats of the principal organs of the UN, including the General Assembly and the Security Council

Vessel

★ 5.0

16-story, 150-foot-tall structure of connected staircases between the buildings of Hudson Yards, located in the 5-acre Hudson Yards Public Square

NYC Edge

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Washington Square Park

★ 5.0

9.75-acre (39,500 m2) public park in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Lower Manhattan is the best known of New York City's public parks and an icon as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity

Lower Manhattan is the area below Chambers Street

9/11 Memorial & Museum

★ 5.0

Memorial and museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks

The Battery

★ 5.0

25-acre public park located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island facing New York Harbor containing multiple monuments

Brookfield Place

★ 5.0

Large mixed-use complex featuring luxury retail shops, diverse dining options, office spaces, and a public atrium with waterfront views and cultural programming.

Castle Clinton National Monument

★ 5.0

Historic coastal fort turned national monument serving as a gateway to New York Harbor and a key site in the city’s military and immigration history.

Charging Bull

★ 5.0

Bronze sculpture depicting a bull, the symbol of aggressive financial optimism and prosperity

Elevated Acre

★ 5.0

Hidden elevated park featuring a landscaped lawn, amphitheater seating, and scenic waterfront views from a quiet terrace above the surrounding city streets.

Ellis Island

★ 5.0

Island in New York Harbor that was the busiest immigrant inspection station in the United States and is now a national museum of immigration

Federal Hall

★ 5.0

Historic building in the Financial District where the colonial Stamp Act Congress met to draft its message to King George III claiming entitlement to the same rights as the residents of Britain and other historical events

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Fraunces Tavern

★ 5.0

Museum and restaurant in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan that played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution

Federal Hall

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Fulton Center

★ 5.0

Modern transit and retail hub featuring interconnected subway lines, a central glass atrium with natural lighting, and a mix of shopping and dining spaces.

Federal Hall

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Governor's Island

★ 5.0

Historic island destination featuring expansive parkland, cultural attractions, waterfront views, and seasonal recreation areas set within a former military site.

Federal Hall

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New York City Hall

★ 5.0

Located at the center of City Hall Park in the Civic Center area of Lower Manhattan, the building is the oldest city hall in the United States that still houses its original governmental functions

Federal Hall

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New York City Subway

★ 5.0

Rapid transit system owned by the City of New York and opened on October 27, 1904, is one of the world's oldest public transit systems, one of the most-used, and the one with the most stations

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New York Stock Exchange (Wall Street)

★ 5.0

The world's largest stock exchange and is the leading US money center for international financial activities and the foremost US location for the conduct of wholesale financial services.

Federal Hall

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One World Trade Center

★ 5.0

Main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, is the tallest building in the United States and in the Western Hemisphere, and the sixth-tallest in the world. The tower also has a three-story observation deck

Staten Island Ferry

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Staten Island Ferry

★ 5.0

Iconic ferry running 5.2 miles through New York Harbor between the New York City boroughs of Manhattan and Staten Island

Statue of Liberty

★ 5.0

Colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor within New York City

Trinity Church

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Trinity Church

★ 5.0

Historic parish church in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan, known for its history, location, architecture and endowment

World Trade Center Station / The Oculus

★ 5.0

Designed by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, station consisting of white ribs that interlock high above the ground and interior containing two underground floors, which house part of the Westfield World Trade Center mall

Brooklyn Bridge

★ 5.0

Southernmost bridge connecting Manhattan Island and Long Island, where only passenger vehicles and pedestrian and bicycle traffic are permitted, is A major tourist attraction since its opening and an icon of New York City

Brooklyn Bridge Park

★ 5.0

85-acre park on the Brooklyn side of the East River includes Main Street Parks, historic Fulton Ferry Landing, Piers 1-6, Empire Stores and the Tobacco Warehouse, and a series of parks and bike paths around Brooklyn

Brooklyn Museum

★ 5.0

Expansive art museum featuring vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to contemporary works, housed in a landmark Beaux-Arts building with diverse cultural exhibitions.

Brooklyn Bridge

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Coney Island

★ 5.0

Peninsular neighborhood and entertainment area in the southwestern section of Brooklyn

DUMBO

★ 5.0

Short for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, a neighborhood of Brooklyn remade into an upscale residential and commercial community for art galleries, and currently a center for technology startups

DUMBO

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Nathan's Famous

★ 5.0

Chain of fast food restaurants specializing in hot dogs. The original Nathan's restaurant stands at the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues in the Coney Island neighborhood of the Brooklyn

DUMBO

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New York Transit Museum

★ 5.0

Museum displaying historical artifacts of the New York City Subway, bus, and commuter rail systems in the greater New York City metropolitan region

DUMBO

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Prospect Park

★ 5.0

Urban park in Brooklyn including 90-acre (36 ha) Long Meadow, the Picnic House, Litchfield Villa, Prospect Park Zoo, the Boathouse, and Concert Grove

Brooklyn Bridge

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Bronx Zoo

★ 5.0

One of the largest zoos in the United States by area and is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States by area

Brooklyn Bridge

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The MET Cloisters

★ 5.0

Museum in Upper Manhattan, specializing in European medieval art and architecture, with a focus on the Romanesque and Gothic periods and contains a large collection of medieval artworks shown in the architectural settings of French monasteries and abbeys

Brooklyn Bridge

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park

★ 5.0

Public park in the northern part of Queens is the fourth-largest public park in New York City

Brooklyn Bridge

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Gantry Plaza State Park

★ 5.0

Waterfront state park featuring landscaped lawns, restored industrial gantries, public piers, and unobstructed skyline views across the river.

New York City is the most populous city in the United States, often called the cultural, financial, and media capital of the world and the most photographed city on earth. A record 66.6 million tourists visited in 2019. It sits on one of the world's largest natural harbors at the mouth of the Hudson River and has five boroughs, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, united in 1898, with hundreds of distinct neighborhoods and as many as 800 languages spoken.

Dutch colonists founded New Amsterdam on Manhattan's southern tip in 1624, the English took it in 1664 and renamed it New York, and it grew into a great port and gateway for immigrants.

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