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Free printable tourist map of NYC's Manhattan sights and attractions

Take our free printable map of New York City on your trip and find your way to the top sights and attractions. We've designed this NYC tourist map to be easy to print out. It includes 26 places to visit in Manhattan, clearly labelled A to Z. Starting with the Statue of Liberty up to to the renowned museums in Central Park, NY. With this printable tourist map you won't miss any of the must-see New York attractions.

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You can find on this page the map of New York City monuments, the map of New York City tourist buses and the map of NYC river cruises. New York City is the most visited city in United States with 11.5 million tourists per year. Thanks to its numerous monuments, museums, sightseeings, landmarks and attractions, New York City was declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

New York's five boroughs each have their own particularities and charm. The main tourist sites are located in the borough of Manhattan. You will find Central Parc, Times Square, the business district of the Financial District, the Empire State building and a magnificent view of the Statue of Liberty. Discover NYC's most emblematic museums such as the MOMA, the MET and the Guggenheim Museum. Then board a yellow taxi to discover Brooklyn, Queens or the Bronx which offer very different landscapes and interesting visits. All our maps of the monuments are free of charge to help you plan your trip.

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In New York City you can visit:

• museums: Guggenheim Museum, Ellis Island Immigration Museum, American Museum of Natural History, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
• monuments: Statue of Liberty
• neighborhoods: Soho, Chinatown, Little Italy
• squares: Times Square
• different attractions: Central Park, National September 11 Memorial, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center

The city is divided into 5 famous neighborhoods: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. Each area of New York City offers must-see sights and secret corners.

• Manhattan concentrates the main tourist curiosities: Uper East Side, Wall Street, Chinatown, Central Park, Soho as many emblematic districts which make Manhattan an exciting district which attracts millions of tourists.
• The Bronx is separated from Manhattan by the Harlem River. This borough, now more secure, attracts more and more people. You will discover the South Bronx (the real Little Italy) and the Yankee Stadium.
• Brooklyn is the most populated district and qualified as an artists' district. Multi-cultural, Brooklyn offers a contemporary and trendy atmosphere. 
• Queens attracts the trendy young generation. Queens is rich in atypical places, parks and architecture.
• Staten Island is the nature district, with multiple sports activities. It is the ideal district to recharge your batteries and take a break.

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The Big Bus of New York City is an original way of visiting NYC and discover its monuments, museums, attractions while getting on and off at your disposal. This concept of hop on hop off bus or open-top double-decker buses offers a network of 2 tourist tours and routes and 30 stops with commentary in 10 languages.

The Big Bus tour takes you to the heart of Manhattan to discover all the points of interest and monuments of the borough: the Empire State Building,Times Square,Central Park and the Statue of Liberty. Big Bus New York is the only sightseeing bus offering live commentary in English (pre-recorded in 10 languages), Wi-Fi and access to over 25 bus stops throughout the city so you can get on and off whenever you want. The buses are double-decker and open-top. You can see the different routes and all the stops on the map.

Among all the stops, 10 are a must: Times Square, Chinatown, Wall Street, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum, Madison Square Garden, Little Italy and the Statue of Liberty.

Four different tours are offered: 

• Uptown Loop: the Upper East Side which is home to some of New York's most popular museums such as the Guggenheim and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The loop also takes you through Midtown, passing the Grand Central Terminal and the famous Chrysler Building.
• Downtown Loop: The lower part of Manhattan passes through the Flatiron District, Union Square, Greenwich Village and Times Square.

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City Sights NY is a second hop on hop off bus company with open roofs to discover the city of NYC via a tour. City Sights NY offers 6 lines, 4 tourist bus lines and 2 river cruise lines. Tours are commented in 9 languages.

The CitySightseeing New York City buses pass by all the must-see sights in Manhattan and Brooklyn. 

CitySightseeing NYC buses offer 4 routes:

• The Downtown tour (2h30): discover the must-see sights of Midtown and Lower Manhattan. The starting point of this tour is Times Square. You will pass by the Empire State Building and Battery Park and explore New York neighborhoods such as SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
• Uptown Tour (2 hours): The Uptown Loop covers the northern part of Manhattan. This tour also starts at Times Square and goes around Central Park. During this tour, you will discover the American Museum of Natural History, The Apollo Theater in Harlem, the Guggenheim and the Central Park Zoo.
• The Brooklyn Tour (1h30): The Brooklyn Tour is an in-depth discovery of Brooklyn that includes 8 stops in Brooklyn. This tour will allow you to discover several must-see sites in Brooklyn (Barclays Center, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Brooklyn Public Library...).
• The Nocturnal tour (2 hours): discover the most beautiful illuminated places of the city. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent view of the Manhattan skyline from Brooklyn.

Nyc river cruises

The Circle Line Sightseeing of New York City is a regular river hop on hop off shuttle service transporting passengers on the Hudson River and East River to visit New York City.

With Circle Line cruises you will discover the sights of New York while enjoying a cruise. All Circle Line cruises depart from Pier 83, near the Intrepid Museum. Each cruise will allow you to enjoy views of Manhattan's skyline, the One World Observatory, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

There are several Circle Line sightseeing cruises in NYC :

• The Circle Line Best of NYC Cruise is a 2.5 hour cruise during which you will discover all of Manhattan. This cruise goes around the island of Manhattan. You will see the skyline, Yankee Stadium, Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx and other sites. You will pass under iconic bridges such as the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge that connect Manhattan to other boroughs in New York.
• The Circle Line Landmarks Cruise allows you to see only the major sights of NYC. The cruise lasts 1h30: you will pass under the Brooklyn Bridge and you will see emblematic sites such as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy beautiful views of Manhattan's skyline.
• The Circle Line Harbour Lights Cruise is a 2 hour cruise that allows you to enjoy a view of the skyline at night!
• The Circle Line Liberty Cruise lasts 1 hour. You will pass in front of the Statue of Liberty and enjoy views of the Manhattan skyline

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Plan your route around New York City and take advantage of the options the city has to offer. Download these free NYC PDF maps and guides before you arrive. Whether travelling around NYC by subway, bus, ferry, NYC Ferry, Citi Bike, or on foot, consult a map or guide to help you get around New York City quickly.

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The NYC Subway map simplifies navigating New York City’s underground rail network. This easy-to-use NYC Subway map shows all the subway lines, including transfers, key stations, and connections to other transit options. It’s your must-have map when travelling in NYC!

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What to do and what do see in New York?

New York is an urban jungle that has everything to offer to visitors. NY is, along with London and Paris, one of the most visited cities in the world. It is a stunning showcase for contemporary architecture, a breeding ground for new directions in the visual, performing and culinary arts and a capital of commerce, publishing, fashion and finance. New York's museums, neighborhoods, iconic buildings, tourist attractions and shopping opportunities all make for an unparalleled experience for visitors. The city is home to numerous museums, parks, trendy neighborhoods and shopping streets. This is what makes NYC such a wonderful place to visit while at the same time presenting every visitor with the difficult question...What should I see? New York offers some of the world's most recognizable, cherished landmarks and attractions. From Times Square and Central Park to the Empire State Building and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the island of Manhattan packs more legendary icons into one compact area than any other place on Earth; and that's to say nothing of the City's four other boroughs—The Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island - each of which contains its own roster of must-see destinations. With so much to see and do, a trip to NYC may seem a little overwhelming. To help, we are presenting a set of maps and plans that show the locations of the top tourist destinations. Since the City's full breadth of activities is virtually limitless, we’ve also listed the top ten tourist attractions at the bottom of this page.

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Statue of liberty.

The Statue of Liberty has become an American symbol of freedom and welcome to the immigrants who come to the USA looking for a better life. It's the popular tourist attractions in New York. The crown of Lady Liberty, as the statue is often affectionately called, has seven spikes, symbolizing the Seven Seas across which liberty should be spread. In her left hand she holds a tablet with the Declaration of Independence and in her right hand a torch, symbolizing Enlightenment.

Empire State Building

The Empire State Building has captured the attention of young and old alike: every year, millions of tourists flock to the Empire State Building. You can visit the Empire State Building's observatory on the 86th floor from where you have a magnificent view over the city of New York. The Empire State Building is situated south of Midtown, away from the skyscraper clusters in midtown and in the financial district downtown, so this is one of the few places in Manhattan where you have an open 360 degrees view.

Brooklyn Bridge

The Brooklyn Bridge, built between 1869 and 1883, connects Manhattan with New York. The bridge is one of the most magnificent tourist attractions in New York. The impressive bridge spans the East river between Brooklyn and Manhattan and stretches for a length of 5989 ft, about 1.8 km. The length between the large towers is 1595.5 ft (486 meter). This made the Brooklyn bridge the world's largest suspension bridge.

American Museum of Natural History

The American Museum of Natural History presenting exhibits to the general public in the Central Park Arsenal building more than 30 years ago, American Museum of Natural History has been devoted to bringing the public cutting-edge anthropological and natural history information and displays - profiling both the past and present. From giant dinosaur skeletons to a state-of-the-art planetarium, the four floors of the museum are a giant playground for both adults and children, especially those who love animals and science.

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located in the center of Manhattan. Its design is an example for city parks around the world. Central Park is situated in Manhattan between 59th and 110th street and between Fifth and Eight Ave. The park offers several lakes, theaters, ice rinks, fountains, tennis courts, baseball fields, many playgrounds and other facilities. It is also home to the Central Park Zoo and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Especially during the weekends, when cars are not allowed into the park, Central Park is a welcome oasis in this hectic city.

Chrysler Building

Chrysler Building regarded as one of America's greatest buildings, and the Chrysler Building is often on the cover of architectural books and magazines. The Chrysler building is one of the last skyscrapers in the Art Deco style. The gargoyles depict Chrysler car ornaments and the spire is modeled on a radiator grille. Since it was restored in 1996 it glitters again like it must have in the 1930s. And the building's Art Deco interior is even more magnificent than its exterior. The marble floors and many Art Deco patterns such as on the stylish elevator doors make the Chrysler Building one of New York's most beautiful office towers.

Times Square

Overflowing with oversized restaurants, enormous neon billboards, bustling Broadway theaters and massive souvenir shops and chain stores, Times Square is an attack on the senses. Discounted tickets to theaters are available at Times Square's busy TKTS booth. If you're feeling really brave, you can join the massive crowd on New Year's Eve to watch the ball drop.

Fifth Avenue

There are enough over-the-top shopping opportunities on Fifth Avenue to satisfy everyone's taste. Women will love browsing and buying at stores like Bergdorf-Goodman, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Emanuel Ungaro, Gucci, Ferragamo, and Versace. Men can check out Bergdorf Men, Brooks Brothers, the NBA Store as well as the famous Apple Store. Place to looking for something shiny or sparkly such as jeweler to the stars, Bulgari, Cartier, Tiffany and Company, Van Cleef and Arpels, and Fortunoff.

Grand Central Terminal

Completed in 1913, Grand Central Terminal – more commonly, if technically incorrectly, called Grand Central Station – is another of New York's stunning Beaux Arts buildings, boasting 75ft-high, glass-encased catwalks and a vaulted ceiling bearing a mural of the constellations streaming across it – backwards (the designer must've been dyslexic). The balconies overlooking the main concourse afford an expansive view; perch yourself on one of these at around 5pm on a weekday to get a glimpse of the grace that this terminal commands under pressure.

Staten Island Ferry

If you want to see the New York Harbor up close. The Staten Island Ferry serves commuters traveling between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan. The Staten Island Ferry is an attraction fit for young and old. Take the staten island ferry you can enjoy a wonderful view of the harbor and all it has to offer. Among the sights to take in from either side of the vessel, are Governors Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, lower Manhattan and Wall Street's skyscrapers, Ellis Island, and the Verrazano Narrows Bridge connecting Staten Island to Brooklyn.

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25 Best Things to Do in Manhattan, New York

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There are all kinds of things to do in Manhattan since this is one of the most popular boroughs in NYC . From the Broadway theaters and luxury shops of Fifth Avenue to the iconic landmarks and beautiful urban parks, Manhattan offers something for everyone in every season.

As you’ll see in this guide, there are lots of fun places in Manhattan , so I’m sure your to-do list will fill up with museums, observation decks, and other attractions in no time. For this reason, I recommend investing in an NYC attraction pass , which will help you save money on the top activities and sights. For first-timers, we recommend the New York Pass since it includes over 100 NYC attractions. It also includes the Big Bus Tour , one of the best hop-on hop-off bus tours in NYC , which goes to many of the places that I’ll recommend in this article.

So, if you’re ready to plan your ultimate adventure in Manhattan , keep reading to see the 25 best things to do in Manhattan!

1. Rockefeller Center (Top of the Rock), one of the coolest places in Manhattan

If heights aren’t a concern, then you must visit the Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center, one of the most famous buildings in NYC . This Manhattan landmark offers beautiful panoramic views of NYC , and the vista is especially pretty at sunset.

Of course, any time of day or night is a great time to visit this observatory even if you have only 2 days to spend in NYC . The speedy Sky Shuttle elevators will take you up 850 feet to the viewing platform, which takes up the 67 th and 69 th floors. You can also step onto the 70 th floor’s outdoor deck if you’re feeling adventurous. From all the way up here, you can see other NYC hotspots like Central Park, Times Square, and the Empire State Building, so bring your camera!

Moreover, the Top of the Rock is one of the best observation decks in NYC , so I can’t recommend it enough. If you want to go, you can use your New York Pass or get a ticket online .

While you’re at Rockefeller Plaza, it’s worth checking out the other attractions here, like Radio City Music Hall . This is one of the coolest places in Manhattan , especially if you’re a fan of show biz. You can even take a tour like this one , which brings you behind the Stage Door of this iconic venue.

2. Times Square, a lively place in Manhattan you must see

The flashy lights, the wacky street performers, the vibrant bars and restaurants… Times Square is unlike any other tourist attraction in Manhattan . Here, you can find everything from entertainment and people-watching to kid-friendly attractions and high-end shops.

Times Square never has a dull moment, and while you can visit 24/7, you’ll get the full experience at night, when the area is glowing with billboards and neon ads. Once you go, you’ll see why it’s one of the best things to do in NYC at night .

If you’re visiting with kids, check out M&Ms World or Madame Tussauds. You could also check out the TKTS Pavilion at the Red Stairs to snag Broadway tickets at a steep discount. The Broadway Theater District is part of Times Square, so there are plenty of show venues, like the PlayStation Theater.

Whether you’re just strolling through this area, or you stay in one of the best hotels in Times Square to check out the attractions, there is nothing quite like Times Square, and everyone should visit at least once!

3. Central Park, another free place to go in Manhattan, NYC

Central Park is an urban green space where many Manhattan activities take place, so be sure to check it out. Spanning over 840 acres, it has everything from public art and playgrounds to wooded areas, lakes, and historic landmarks, so it’s one of New York’s best city parks .

Depending on your interests, you may enjoy the sculptures and statues here, such as the Bethesda Fountain and Cleopatra’s Needle. There are also several impressive buildings in the park, like Belvedere Castle , a decorative Gothic-style castle with an observation deck.

If you prefer to immerse yourself in nature, you’ll find all kinds of lush areas where you can escape the city noise. Among the wooded forests, lakes, and gardens, the Great Lawn and Sheep Meadow are two of the most popular green spaces in the park.

Again, Central Park is huge, so if you want to get around more quickly, consider renting a bike (rentals are included in the New York Pass ), or taking a bike tour .

4. Visit the Empire State Building, something fun to do in Manhattan

If you’re looking for another observation deck in NYC, the Empire State Building is an excellent choice. Formerly the world’s tallest skyscraper, this iconic landmark is still impressive, at 102 stories high.

Moreover, the Empire State Building has observatories on the 80 th , 86 th , and 102 nd floors, so you can get a variety of viewpoints. There are also indoor and outdoor viewing platforms, which is nice if you’re afraid of heights or the weather isn’t great. From the observation decks, you’ll have 360° views of NYC, including famous attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, and the Hudson River.

I recommend visiting right before sunset when the Empire State Building feels like the most magical place in Manhattan . You’ll see the sun lowering behind the skyline, bathing everything in pinks and purples. Without a doubt, it’s one of the best things to do in New York City , especially with your loved ones.

If you want to go up to the observatories, I suggest buying your ticket in advance or getting the New York Pass .

5. Wall Street, an interesting place in Manhattan to visit

Located in Lower Manhattan , Wall Street is NYC’s financial district and one of the top places of interest in Manhattan . Among the historical buildings here are the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Federal Hall, and New York’s first City Hall. The vibe here is definitely all-business, and some of the most significant banks have headquarters here, such as Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, and Lehman Brothers.

Wall Street takes up eight city blocks between Broadway and South Street, so the best way to see all the highlights is on this walking tour . It includes a guide who will take you to landmarks like Trinity Church and Bowling Green, the oldest public park in the city. You’ll also see the famous Charging Bull sculpture and the Fearless Girl statue.

6. Grand Central Terminal, one of the most popular places in Manhattan, NY

You probably passed through Grand Central Terminal if you arrived in NYC by public transportation. This huge train station connects the city’s subway and rail systems and serves over 20 million people annually. While a terminal may not sound exciting, it offers a few free things to do in Manhattan , so it’s worth checking out.

First, Grand Central Station is over 100 years old, so it contains some historical treasures, like the Main Concourse Clock, its chandeliers, and other Beaux-Arts-style elements. If you look closely, you’ll notice the artwork throughout the station, like the celestial-painted ceiling in the Main Concourse. There is also a Cornelius Vanderbilt statue, cast-iron eagles on the terminal’s façade, and temporary art installations throughout the year.

Besides the art and transportation services, the terminal has a variety of shops and restaurants, including Grand Central Market. Also, the station is next to the Chrysler Building , another Manhattan landmark , so you might want to walk by it before or after visiting Grand Central.

The Chrysler Building is a famous Art Deco-style skyscraper, and looking up at the 1,046-ft building from ground level is quite impressive. The interior is full of corporate offices, but you can go into the lobby to see more Art Deco architecture.

7. See New York from above at One World Trade Center Observatory

The observatory at One World Trade Center is one of the best places to visit in Manhattan and one of the most important sites in the city. It’s worth visiting the entire World Trade Center complex, which includes the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and the observation deck at One WTC.

The observatory is between the 100 th and 102 nd floors of One WTC, which currently stands as the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The skyscraper is 1,776 feet tall, while the observation deck is 1,268 feet tall.

As you can imagine, the sweeping views from up here are breathtaking and stretch for miles. You’ll get a panorama of the city, including the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty . Along with the views, you can check out other attractions in the observatory, like the theater or the Sky Portal , a glass platform with a camera feed of the city streets below.

Visiting the observation deck is a popular thing to do in Manhattan, so be sure to get your ticket or New York Pass in advance. If you also plan on visiting the 9/11 Museum, which I’ll mention next, you can get this combo ticket .

8. 9/11 Memorial & Museum, a reflective place to visit in Manhattan

The 9/11 Museum honors the memory of those killed in the 2001 World Trade Center attacks and the 1993 bombing. While it’s a heart-wrenching event to remember, it’s an important part of U.S. history, and the museum does a wonderful job of commemorating the victims, so it’s a must-see in Manhattan .

Inside, the museum features over 58,000 photos, audio recordings, videos, and other artifacts, including a surviving staircase from one of the Twin Towers. At the exact site where the Twin Towers once stood, there are now two beautiful reflecting pools. The 9/11 Memorial also includes bronze plaques inscribed with the 2,983 victims’ names, and the “Survivor Tree,” a pear tree that survived the World Trade Center’s collapse.

There was clearly a lot of thought that went into the 9/11 Museum, which is why it’s one of the top museums in NYC . Admission is included in the New York Pass , or you can get a museum ticket or combo ticket to the museum and observatory.

9. MoMA and other popular museums in Manhattan

Speaking of the best Manhattan museums , you can’t miss the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). This fun museum has three floors of architecture, paintings, drawings, photographs, and other exhibits.

Some of the collection’s highlights include Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon , Van Gogh’s Starry Night , and Monet’s Water Lilies . If you like architecture, be sure to check out the Mies van der Rohe archives and works by Frank Lloyd Wright and Isamu Noguchi. MoMA even has a small video game collection, so it’s a fun place to visit in NYC with kids , too. You can get a skip-the-line ticket here .

Besides MoMA, there are other great museums in Manhattan, like the Metropolitan Museum of Art , the Guggenheim , and the Whitney Museum of American Art . If you’re not an art lover, the American Museum of Natural History is an incredible institution featuring biological and geological specimens.

Most of these museums are included in the New York Pass , and we have a guide to NYC’s free museums that’s also worth checking out.

10. St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a tranquil place in Manhattan you should see

Among all the impressive architecture in Manhattan, St. Patrick’s Cathedral has some of the best design elements and iconography. It’s also the largest Neo-Gothic Catholic church in New York and the entire United States, so it’s a must-see in Manhattan .

Even if you aren’t a religious person, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is a beautiful place to visit, both for its spiritual significance and its artistic splendor. Built in 1878, the cathedral stands nearly 330 feet tall, with a bell tower containing 19 church bells. Two large bronze doors measuring 16.5 feet tall and weighing 9,200 pounds depict Saint Patrick, Saint Joseph, archangels Michael and Gabriel, and other religious figures.

Inside, the nave has 32 marble columns and 12 dedicated altars, while the sanctuary can accommodate 3,000 parishioners. Lovely stained-glass windows adorn the inner sanctuary, and a replica of Michelangelo’s Pietà sculpture sits nearby. The cathedral also has two huge pipe organs that still function, and a crypt containing the remains of several members of the Archdiocese of New York.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is an NYC designated landmark in Manhattan , and it’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it one of the most famous churches in the country and a sight you can’t pass up.

11. Fifth Avenue, the best place in Manhattan to go shopping

Speaking of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, it’s on Fifth Avenue , one of the most famous streets in New York that runs through Manhattan from Washington Square Park to West 143 rd Street. This avenue is famous for its luxury shops and retailers, but it also goes past several tourist attractions in Manhattan , so it’s a good place to check out.

The name that’s most synonymous with Fifth Avenue is probably Saks Fifth Avenue , a high-end department store with a long history in NYC. The first Saks store opened in New York City in 1902 and featured seven floors of retail space. The store is still there today in Herald Square, along with five other Saks shops, including Saks Fifth Avenue.

Other luxury and name-brand retailers on Fifth Avenue include Armani, Bergdorf Goodman, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Valentino.

As I said, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is also on this street, specifically at Fifth Avenue and East 51 st Street. If you’re in this area, you won’t be far from other popular sites in Manhattan like the Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and MoMA. So, whether you want to shop or sightsee, this main thoroughfare is a hotspot you can’t miss.

12. The High Line, a beautiful place in Manhattan you can’t miss

Walking along the High Line is one of the top things to do in Manhattan with friends, family, or even by yourself. These renovated train tracks have been transformed into an elevated park and walkway that stretches 1.5 miles from Manhattan’s Meatpacking District to Chelsea.

I recommend taking your time to stroll the High Line and admire its green spaces, gardens, and public art. Besides being a beautiful addition to the city, the High Line goes past several attractions like the Whitney Museum and Chelsea Market, which I’ll talk about later.

It also winds past The Vessel , an awesome observation deck in NYC that’s unlike any other. The Vessel’s beehive shape is quite dizzying, but it’s a lot of fun to ascend the multi-level viewing platforms and experience the different lookout points. You can learn more about The Vessel and the High Line on this guided tour , which is also included in the New York Pass .

That said, the High Line is a completely free thing to do in NYC , so if you’re not sure where to go in Manhattan , explore this attraction and see where it leads you!

13. Manhattan helicopter tour, the best thing to do in Manhattan as a couple

Without a doubt, the coolest thing to do in Manhattan is to take a helicopter tour . There are all kinds of helicopter tours over NYC , so I’m sure you can find a suitable option for your budget and timeline.

For example, this basic Manhattan Island helicopter tour lasts for 20-30 minutes and takes you over the most iconic places in the city, like Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Statue of Liberty.

If you want to capture amazing photographs, I recommend this doors-off helicopter tour , which is the one we took during our trip. We got awesome aerial views of Liberty and Ellis Islands, New York Harbor, Battery Park, and other landmarks.

Finally, this private heli-tour is a romantic thing to do in Manhattan at night , especially with your significant other. The two of you can soar over the city at sunset or after dark, taking in the glittery lights and skyline. It’s a sensational experience you’ll never forget!

14. Go to Broadway, one of the top things to do in Manhattan

Another great couples’ activity in Manhattan that can cap off your night is a Broadway show . There are dozens of venues in the Broadway Theater District, so I’m sure there’s a show for anyone.

We’ve seen Aladdin , The Lion King , The Phantom of the Opera , Wicked , and Chicago , and everything was wonderful, from the set design and the costumes to the acting. If you want to browse tickets to other shows, you can check this website .

Another option is visiting the TKTS Pavilion at the Red Stairs in Times Square, which sells tickets at a steep discount. While you can’t always choose which show you’ll see, all the musicals and plays, from the mainstays to the limited-time showings, are spectacular.

Experiencing a Broadway show for yourself is something you must do in Manhattan at least once. That said, if you’re a theater fanatic, you’ll love this walking tour of Broadway , which is led by a professional New York City actor.

15. Bryant Park, a lovely outdoor place in Manhattan, New York

No matter the time of year, a visit to Bryant Park is a great thing to do in Manhattan . You can find this popular park along Fifth Avenue, between 40 th and 42 nd Streets.

Bryant Park is modeled in the French style, with lots of sculptures, statues, and memorials. The sprawling lawns and walking paths make it the perfect place to go in Manhattan if you want to stretch your legs and get some fresh air. If you’re visiting with kids, be sure to check out Le Carrousel Magique , a charming merry-go-round that plays French music. Also, if you’re in New York during Christmas , you can experience the park’s Winter Village, which features holiday activities and an ice skating rink.

Of course, it’s always a good time to go to the park, and while you’re there, you should also visit the New York Public Library . Located in the eastern part of Bryant Park, this Neo-Classical building is the NY Public Library’s main branch and the third-largest library in the world. Among its 20 rooms are a children’s library, a computer lab, and a study with a marble fireplace. You can’t take out any books without a library card, but it’s still worth going inside and exploring this literary paradise.

16. Go to The Battery, a fun thing to do in Manhattan

At the southern end of Manhattan, you’ll find The Battery , also known as Battery Park. This 25-acre public park offers relaxing pockets of nature, exciting attractions, and kid-friendly activities, so visiting it is a great thing to do in Manhattan with family .

The Battery faces New York Harbor, so it boasts lovely waterfront gardens and views. Among the perennial plants and flowers, there is also an urban farm, a woodland area, and contemplative green spaces tucked away in the trees.

If you want to just pass through the park, you can use the bike path or take a stroll along Monument Walk, which features nearly two dozen memorials. That said, I suggest spending some time here, taking in the sights and the fun attractions. For example, Castle Clinton , a 19 th -century fort, served as the first immigration station in the U.S. between 1855 and 1890. It predates Ellis Island, so it’s a cool historic landmark in Manhattan that’s worth seeing.

During the summer, cool off at Bosque Fountain , which has water jets that spray 15 feet into the air. Then, lounge or have a picnic on the two-acre lawn at The Oval . For the kids, there are several playgrounds and the SeaGlass Carousel. Battery Park also has a ferry terminal, so you can take a ride to Staten Island or do a Statue of Liberty tour like this one .

17. Visit Chinatown, Little Italy, & SoHo, something to do in Manhattan with friends

Of all the places to visit in Manhattan , you can’t miss Chinatown . Home to the highest concentration of Chinese people in the Western Hemisphere, Lower Manhattan’s Chinatown is one of the best and most famous Chinatowns in the country. It’s also the perfect way to experience the Chinese diaspora in one place, thanks to the grocery stores, markets, produce stalls, restaurants, and noodle houses lining the streets. The best dim sum in the city can be found here, as well as all kinds of unique shops and vendors.

Bordering Chinatown to the east, you’ll find Little Italy , another Manhattan neighborhood worth visiting . Besides hosting cultural events and religious festivals, Little Italy serves the best authentic Italian cuisine, so arrive hungry.

In fact, one of the best ways to experience these neighborhoods is through an NYC food tour , although this walking history tour is also very good. Along with Chinatown and Little Italy, you’ll also explore SoHo and Tribeca, two of the best neighborhoods in NYC .

SoHo is an artsy area known for its galleries, artists’ lofts, trendy boutiques, and vintage shops. It’s part of the larger Tribeca neighborhood, which borders Chinatown to the west. Home to the Tribeca Film Festival, this area is recognized for its industrial buildings, many of which have been converted into private residences. The Hudson River Park and a secondary branch of the New York Public Library are also in Tribeca.

18. Visit the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum and ride The BEAST

I already mentioned some of the most popular museums in Manhattan, but another one that I want to recommend is the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum . The museum is inside the USS Intrepid , an aircraft carrier and National Historic Landmark. Today, the watercraft is berthed on the Hudson River at Pier 86, but it was first launched in 1943. Throughout its career, the Intrepid survived numerous War World II kamikaze attacks and took part in the Vietnam War.

Visitors to the museum can explore the Intrepid ’s hangar and flight decks, as well as the Space Shuttle Pavilion and other museum galleries with additional aircraft. Among the 28 restored models, there is a Concorde SST, a Lockheed A-12, submarines from the Cold War, and spy planes. Admission is included in the New York Pass , or you can get a ticket here .

While you’re at Pier 86, consider taking a ride on The BEAST speedboat . This jet-powered thrill ride is one of the coolest boat rides in NYC , so if you want to make a splash with the kids, it’s a great thing to do in Manhattan with family . The BEAST boasts 1400 BHP-horsepower and a maximum speed of 45 mph, so you’ll feel the need for speed as you cruise down the Hudson River, past the Statue of Liberty, and back to the pier. The ride is about 30 minutes of twists and turns, so it’s the perfect daytime activity.

19. Join a Gospel service in Harlem, a unique thing to do in Manhattan

Without a doubt, Harlem is one of the coolest places in Manhattan , as it’s a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. While it originally began as a Dutch settlement, the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 30s brought Black culture to the forefront, leaving behind a legacy of African American music, literature, and fashion.

Among the landmarks here are the historic Apollo Theater , the Jazz Museum , and the Museo del Barrio , one of the best museums in NYC . The northern end of Central Park trails into Harlem, and the Bronx borders the neighborhood’s eastern edge.

That said, Harlem is unique in its own right and most certainly worth exploring. As you walk the city streets, you may notice many churches, and this is because there is a strong religious influence in Harlem. The neighborhood has over 400 churches, and some are even designated historic landmarks. It’s not uncommon to hear soulful gospel music emanating from these religious buildings, and if you want to experience the power and emotion of the gospel choirs, consider taking a Sunday morning gospel tour. I recommend spending one full day in Harlem if you’re planning a 10-day itinerary to NYC . But if you don’t have enough time, a quick morning visit should be enough.

20. Browse Chelsea Market, one of the coolest attractions in Manhattan

Chelsea Market is a mainstay in the city and a fun place in Manhattan to visit day or night. The former Nabisco factory takes up a full city block and sells everything from food and specialty items to arts, crafts, and clothing.

Perusing the vendor stalls at Chelsea Market is a great Manhattan activity for friends and the perfect thing to do on a rainy day. Don’t forget to check out Pearl River Mart, a popular Asian American retailer.

Chelsea Market is also home to office spaces for Google, YouTube, and other tech giants, and one of the most recent additions is ARTECHOUSE . This immersive exhibit is part virtual reality, part art gallery that combines cutting-edge technology and digital art. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience, so book your ticket in advance.

Speaking of art, one of the best things to do in Chelsea, Manhattan is to browse the various galleries and art stores. The High Line also runs right past the market, so this walking tour is the best way to ensure you don’t miss anything.

21. Stroll through Greenwich Village, a must-see in Manhattan, New York

Greenwich Village is one of the coolest neighborhoods where you’ll find some of the best things to do in Manhattan . It rose to prominence in the 1960s as the Bohemian capital of the world and, today, Greenwich Village is an artsy district full of colorful shops, trendy stores, and jazz theaters.

If you go here, you’ll be able to walk past some historic landmarks like the Stonewall Inn , a gay bar and the location of the Stonewall riots of 1969. There is also the Hotel Albert , which housed writers and artists like Mark Twain, Walt Whitman, Salvador Dalí, and Jackson Pollock. You’ll also see lots of places to watch a cabaret performance or jazz concert, so consider taking in a show.

Along with its emphasis on alternative lifestyles and LGBTQ+ rights, Greenwich Village has several parks and playgrounds, with Washington Square Park being the most well-known. Also, this neighborhood is home to the largest Halloween parade in the U.S., so be sure to check it out if you’re visiting during this time.

Finally, Greenwich Village is a hotspot for foodies, with a wide range of cafes, restaurants, and bakeries. Consider indulging in an NYC food tour like this one , which visits several eateries and shops that you’ll only find in this neighborhood.

22. See the views from The Edge at Hudson Yards

The EDGE is an incredible observation deck overlooking NYC’s Hudson Yards that boasts some of the most impressive architecture in the city. It opened in 2020 and has quickly become one of the best things to see in Manhattan  since it’s one of the best places to take photos in NYC .

What makes this sky deck different is its glass floor that protrudes from the 100 th story, creating a feeling of floating in mid-air. Not only that, but one edge of the observation deck narrows into a small, triangular area big enough for one person. If you stand here, you’ll be 80 feet from the edge of the building and 1,100 feet above the ground.

There are other activities at The EDGE, like the City Climb, in which you scale the building from 1,200 feet up. However, you don’t have to do that to enjoy some amazing sightseeing in Manhattan , not to mention a drink or two!

If you want to experience The EDGE for yourself, you can get a ticket here or use your New York Pass .

23. See a game at Madison Square Garden, something fun to do in Manhattan

If sports are your thing, then visiting Madison Square Garden is a must-do in Manhattan . This famous indoor arena has an over 19,000-person capacity and hosts all kinds of sporting events, such as boxing and wrestling. You can also see a New York Knicks basketball game (here you have a guide with all the information to get NBA tickets in NYC ) or watch the New York Rangers hockey team battle it out on the ice.

Besides sports, this multi-purpose stadium is a popular venue for ice shows, concerts, and other special events. Some of the most famous names in the world have performed here, including Elton John, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga. Moreover, along with the main arena, Madison Square Garden has the smaller Hulu Theater for more intimate concerts and events.

The arena is also close to other tourist attractions in Manhattan , like the Empire State Building, so it’s the perfect landmark to add to your list. If you want the full experience, we did the Madison Square Garden tour and we liked it. You can book this tour here (it’s also included in the New York Pass ), to go behind the scenes and see the arena’s Defining Moments and Retrospective exhibits, and witness the view from the VIP box seats.

24. One Vanderbilt, another thing to do in Manhattan as a couple

If you’re visiting the city with your sweetheart and you’re looking for couples’ things to do in Manhattan , I recommend going to One Vanderbilt . This observation deck is unlike any other and sits atop the 4 th -tallest skyscraper in NYC. Here, you’ll be 1,210 feet above the city, granting you incredible views of Manhattan and the surrounding boroughs.

Another great thing about this observation deck is that there are different areas to visit. For example, the Levitation section features two all-glass balconies that protrude from the side of the building, so you feel like you’re floating above the ground. If you go to the Infinity Room, you can grab a drink and enjoy a digital art installation showcasing the views from One Vanderbilt.

If you do plan to go to this amazing NYC rooftop , I recommend going just before sunset, especially if you’ll be with your partner. Here, you can watch an amazing sunset over the Manhattan skyline, so you won’t regret it. Just be sure to book a ticket in advance, so you can secure your spot.

25. Go to Little Island, a fun thing to do in Manhattan with kids

Finally, if you’re looking for things to do in Manhattan with family , I recommend going to Little Island . Located at Pier 55, it’s a charming artificial island that provides a nice break from the concrete jungle of New York City.

More specifically, Little Island is an urban green space jettied on the Hudson River. It’s only 2.4 acres, so while it’s small, it’s a nice little oasis and a great place to visit in Manhattan for free . Plus, if you’re with kids, you’ll find activities and attractions to keep them occupied here. There are performances spaces, food stalls, and an arts and crafts area scattered among the gardens.

Even if you just want to visit Little Island and walk among the landscaped grasses, trees, and plants, it’s one of the best free things to do in Manhattan . The walking paths slope upwards and downwards, and there are several lookout points and plazas where you can take a seat and enjoy the views.

Where to stay in Manhattan

If you’re looking for a place in Manhattan to stay for the night, we have a couple of recommendations for you:

• The Bowery Hotel – This hotel full of contemporary, European-inspired decor, is one of the best hotels in   Lower Manhattan .
• Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square West – We stayed here several times and liked that it was close to Times Square, but still very comfortable and safe. Plus, the views from the rooms are very nice.
• Pod 51 – This accommodation is one of the best cheap hotels in NYC and within walking distance of several Manhattan landmarks like the Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

These are some of our favorite lodging options, but if you want more hotels, you can read our guide on where to stay in New York City .

Map of Manhattan

I hope this guide helps you get excited and inspired for your next trip to NYC! Here is a downloadable map of all the places in Manhattan I mentioned. Keep it handy so you can quickly locate all the spots you want to hit!

As always, if you have any questions or you’d like to share your favorite things to do in Manhattan , don’t hesitate to leave me a comment. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Have a safe trip!

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It is obvious you put hours of work into this guide and maps. I really appreciate the clear break outs of areas and what sites are located within them. My only concern is the page that lists the sites, hours and prices indicates it has not been updated since November 2022. Hoping that is not the case because that page is absolutely the best resource. Thank you for your detailed product!

I have visited NYC many times but find these guides helpful in so many ways I never even thought of. I appreciate it a lot.

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This has a lot of very useful information and is exactly what I was looking for — info on each district in Manhattan. – Kathy

Hello Melissa!

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I have been to NYC on a day bus tour, but have never navigated myself, nor stayed in the city. In July, my husband and I will be celebrating our 28 years of marriage and we planned a trip to NYC together!! He has never been. We are both excited to stay in the city! We are, however, a bit nervous. We are just two “country bumpkins” from the Eastern Shore of Virginia (with open minds!). Your guides have already made us feel more comfortable about our trip. We are so excited to see and feel the energy of NYC!! ;)))))

Thank you for a great guide and for giving us the information needed to feel like we have a little “insider scoop!” It’s great!

The insider guide looks very useful in the time I’ve had to view it thus far; covers all the different areas in terms of tourist attractions, and some restaurants and shops, provides maps and some addresses. I’m sure this is going to be helpful for my upcoming bucket list trip to NYC. The “free bonus maps” add on is worthless…maps and info too small to read/see…had some possibly useful websites…but the rest was a waste of printer ink. Hoping the “free Bonus New York City Travel Guide” is better! Thanks! – Lisa

Hello Melissa,

I purchased the New York City Insider Guide and Bonus Maps and was impressed with the quality and amount of information provided. I will be diving into it deeper. I like the way it is organized and the brief descriptions of restaurants, attractions, hotels, etc.

I’m nearly 75 years old and I have three brothers-in-laws visiting from Japan, all in my age bracket (66 to 82 years of age)including my wife, planning to visit New York City this summer for 5 days. I’m particularly interested in the guide you wrote New York City Travel Guide, What to Know Before You Go to assist in my planning of the itineraries.Your insider guide will be invaluable in accomplishing this task. Thank you for all the effort you put into providing information and collecting maps and information research for us tourists! We appreciate it. I look forward to seeing the Travel Guide with the tips before we go to NYC.

Thank you again,

Thank you so much for the links and guides. This will make our trip so much easier to plan and ensure we get the most out of it. So excited Thanks Jodie

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This is totally the guide I needed. It made planning my trip to NYC so much easier. Thank you for putting this together.

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Some constructive criticism is more around design and presentation than content: • It’d be nice to have a black-and-white version of the maps with larger prints, maybe as part of the bonus guide. • Some of the maps look pixelated (at least on the screen, I’m yet to see how they look once printed on paper). One example is the subway map on page 7. • The map’s style, size, and zoom are inconsistent. “Neighborhoods maps” courtesy of open street maps vs. “Garment District/ Fashion Center” vs. “Broadway District and Times Square” (which looks more like a Google maps screenshot), so some people might find the content difficult to see.

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These guides have been so helpful and made my life much easier. I️ surprised my boyfriend with a trip to NYC in March. He doesn’t know where we’re going yet so I️ am alone in planning this. Thank you so much for dedicating your time to making these!

I purchased the guide 3 days ago. Overall I like the content. I like that the guide gives a brief introduction to the NYC layout at the beginning and dive into details.

not user friendly in printing guides out. nyc bonus guide would not print out entirely. left out left hand side of several pages. i.e. limo and taxi guide and later pages that were overwide.

Hi Monty – it sounds like you did not have printer setting trouble with the NYC Printable Guide, but rather with the Bonus Guide. And the pages you mention come after this page, “After this page, additional bonus maps follow that are downloaded from other sites and combined into one file. The formatting may be off and they are very graphic intensive (will eat up your printer ink). We suggest reviewing each page to ensure it’s something you want to print.”

Hi Melissa, Just downloaded the guide this week for our family trip this fall. I’m really loving it – the classic attractions but a few new-to-me items as well and I like that you’ve added your own commentary and opinions. Also I think it’s a good mix of family/couples/singles recommendations. Thank you for putting this together – it has helped make my trip planning so much easier!

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Not sure why my link has expired? I loved the material. I would like to print before my trip.

Hi Melanie: The email you replied to said on the first line, “You can download file(s) for NYC Insider Guide Print Package at [link]. Please note, download link(s) will expire after 120 hours from now or after 5 attempts, whichever event happens first.”

You can request a new link be sent, but I suggest following the initial instructions to maximize your time limit on downloading the guides.

As a former New Yorker (always a New Yorker but moved), the printable guide is a really good tool. Although a New Yorker, it’s been many years since we visited New York. The first thing I looked for was some guide to give us a starting point of where things are in various locations within the city. 911 memorial location and distance to the majestic theater, distance to Harry Potter store. The printable map is awesome because it shows us the streets and will keep us on track with respect to direction. Thank you

Barbara Be blessed……

This will really help us with our planning! Lots of value, thank you!

The most well organized and complete guide I have discovered during my online search for visiting New York City!

These are a fantastic tool to plan a trip to NY. Ive have been a few times and can never get my head around the layout. This guide and the maps are easy to follow and give lots of tips on restaurants, attractions and shopping. It will definitely save my feet a couple of 1,000 steps!

Leaving in 2 days for NYC. I love what I’ve seen so far in your maps! There are several places I’m mapping out tonight and tomorrow. – Judy

Very informative and helpful. The maps are great. Will be studying them before trip to NYC in September.

WOW, We are planning my first trip to NYC, and its all so overwhelming with the number of places to see and things to do! I am a visual person and need to see it on paper!! I have been trying to create my own map… but it just wasn’t right, because, well, I have no first hand knowledge. HA!! I found your guide and I am so relieved, it is everything I wanted and more that I didn’t know I needed!! This will make planning the trip and navigating once we arrive SO.MUCH.SMOOTHER! Thank you!!!

Doesn’t help me at all; total waste of $20! Doesn’t help with planning my vacay and knowing best subway routes for various places. I need to know which lines run above ground and which ones are above (i.e. from Yankee Stadium to Central Park, I know there is one line that is under ground and one where you board more like street level), and can’t tell from any of the information about Yankee Stadium. Only good information is knowing hours and costs of various places/museums (which one could look up online and NOT pay the $20). Disappointed

Hi Stephanie – your refund has been sent. I’m not sure why you thought there would be train info on which lines are above or below ground or why that would even matter to anyone? Most lines run both – they are ALL underground in Manhattan and many go above ground once in the boroughs. The video and screenshots are what’s in the book. Did you review them in advance of your purchase?

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences. I love your NYC guide. Genuinely appreciate your tips; these are the most valuable bonuses for anyone who travels.

Dearest Melissa – The materials you provided are top quality. Suggestions: 1. For restaurants it would be helpful to indicate price ranges with the traditional $ $$ $$$ $$$$ method. 2. Hotels – it would be good to list price ranges. 3. You might also list some other references (free and paid) that would allow your reader to further explore NYC. 4. Listing prices for cultural activities, in addition to the free times you describe, would be great.

You have created superb products! I can’t wait to receive the bonus NYC Travel Guide. May the good Lord protect you and keep you safe.

Hi Melissa,

I reviewed the different graphs, images. Maps and find it very informative. It’s been 13 years since I have been back to NY and hope this helps me while I am there. I am taking my kids to experience one of the best cities I have visited.

Can you please email me the NY City Travel Guide? Can’t wait to see that.

Thank you Nichole

Great maps, can’t wait to plan the trip to NY. – Vera

I thought the Insider Guide was EXCELLENT, with only 1 small disappointment. The map for Broadway/Times Square did not have enough “contrast” and was not one of the better maps. Suggestion: I would have liked a map showing all of the Broadway theaters, a section explaining what qualifies a “Broadway Theater” to be so named (also off Bway, etc) and some information on seating charts for the major show theaters. I did post a picture to my FB page and have completed this “review” but I also paid $19.99 to receive this and, although WELL WORTH the money, I would have liked the extra content without all the additional hoops to jump through. I have only glanced through the info so perhaps I missed something; if so, please forgive me!

Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors and kudos for a job well done!

Thanks so much for the feedback. There should be 2 maps of Times Square in the guide – the ones at the bottom of this page: https://www.nycinsiderguide.com/times-square#PrintMap (1 with stores and 1 with a theater map in pink with our restaurant recs along side it). Which map is not clear for you or didn’t print well?

As for theaters, more than 499 seats is Broadway, 100-499 is Off Broadway and less than 100 is Off-Off Broadway.

You are the first person to suggest including theater maps to print in over 12 years, and we will definitely consider it! We do include them on all our pages about the shows we write up on the website (including our best tips on where to sit – like when NOT to book the front few rows) and they are shown by every ticketing site when you look to buy tickets. https://www.nycinsiderguide.com/list-of-nyc-broadway-shows

Hope that clarifies things for you.

Warmest Regards, Melissa

I was very happy to come across your very informative guides of the city. I went to college in Manhattan and now 20 years later I am finally taking my husband back to NYC and I want to show him all of my favorite places and also the little things like…where I ate lunch everyday, my first apartment and my first few jobs. I love that I can refresh my memories of the streets and layouts with your maps and guides and I also love that I can see what restaurants have closed or what some of my favorites have branched out to….and thank you so much because now I am going to look like a “real New Yorker” to my husband.

I am pleased with the information in this guide. I now have a visual of the area and to determine how to get where I want to go

This is my first trip to NYC and this book helps me a lot to vist my dream places. Thank you!

I just purchased the insiders guide. I was initially disappointed because I thought I was purchasing print material that would be mailed to me. I am unable to print myself at this time. I did look through the material and there are several pages of immense interest to me. So, now I will have to go to a service place and get these pages printed. So, I’m happy to have them, but like I said I was looking for printed information to be sent to me. I wish I could see everything on my upcoming trip and this guide provided even more than I have put on my itinerary, so repeat trips will be on my wish list. But as far as some targeted information I was looking for, I found it in the guide so thank you.

Great informative maps and things to do in NYC. Can’t wait to go there in December

Great guide – been looking for a neighborhood by neighborhood map with all streets with suggestions that go deeper than the most obvious tourist attractions. Lived in NYC for 6 years now but found a ton of new things to explore with this guide.

Only constructive feedback would be if the road maps could just go that last 1% to go from 99% of streets captured to 100% – e.g. Gay Street, Weehawken in west village. Probably a personal thing as I’m trying to walk every street in Manhattan and using the guide maps to keep track.

Thanks for the feedback, John. I didn’t realize some of the tiny streets were not named (which is not the Guide’s intention – it’s to highlight the good stuff). But Gay Street isn’t labeled on any map program ( Gay Street @ Google Maps )

This guide is fantastic! I love the maps, they are so helpful for figuring out our itinerary and the info is just what I was looking for. Thank you so much!

Love the Print Guide. Going to NYC Dec 13-17; I’ve been there in November but that was at least 10 years ago. Thanks Great Guide

Hi there, what a fabulous guide I look forward to planning my trip in December I think that it would be even better if i could print in colour Not sure what I’ve done to my printer So glad I found your guide looking forward to get my free extra many thanks julie

Great way to tour New York at your own pace. This list has all the ‘Must See’ spots. I would totally recommend this to any first timer to New York

This guide is useful.

Hello. I really loved the guide. It lists everything and is very handy to use. I’m looking forward to the free bonus guide! Thanks

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Hello, Melissa! Here I am again to buy an updated guide. I simply love this guide.

Thank you for the guide, I think it will be very helpful to us when we visit this December. I love the details of the map. We’ve never been so we’re excited to tour your city! We’re from the New Orleans area and I wish they had something like this available for the many tourists we get yearly.

Kindest regards, Charish

Honestly this was the best book I’ve ever purchased and it was worth every single dollar I spent on it!! Thank you so so much. – Shirin

Great information! My favorite is the part about discount Broadway tickets. Being from Nj I knew about discount tickets but never knew if it was legit, thanks to you I now have the correct information I needed.

Many thanks! I think your guide is very good actually, am studying it now for end of May. I always buy many guides to whatever target I envisage, in order to save time (and money) for essentials when I am there, and I think you’ve done this guide very well. Best/JT

Hi – Thank you for working so hard to keep these amazing resources up to date. We are planning a trip to New York, and I am loving the detail that these resources provide. Thanks again.

Just what we were looking for!

Hello Melissa, thank you for your wonderful Insider Guides. They are very helpful for planing. There is so much more insider information than in any book you can buy. Great!

Kindest regards, Claudia

Thank you Melissa! We are taking our daughter this month for her 30th birthday! This is a first trip for us all! I have already downloaded and printed out my guide and so far it is exactly the info we need! We are going to see and experience New York! We want to eat where the locals do, and see all we can in three nights and four days! Thank you so much!

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The guides are exactly what we were looking for to help us navigate NYC and the highlights of each area. THANK YOU for taking the time to put this together. 🙂

As a travel agent, these guides are GOLD. Thank you Melissa for all your hardwork. I love everything about each one of the books.

Hi There! Fantastic, easy to read maps – for a country bumpkin like me – so easy to understand. I look forward to reading the travel guide! Thank you.

Amazing Melissa. This is my second copy! Congratulations for this always excellent guide. I have been living in this area for 18 years, but I still leave the guide as a treat when people come to visit me by their bed. So comprehensive! I look forward to receiving the travel planning guide.

Thanks Melissa, I think this will save me a bit of research and will be helpful to print out for walking around manhattan. Dividing it into the different neighbourhoods and different topics is also helpful. I look forward to reviewing the maps next. Defiantly worth the Spend. Cheers from Australia, Helen

Much more than expected! We will have an amazing time

I am currently planning a trip with 13 other ladies for January 2 – 6, 2020. Your guide highlights many of the things that we are interested in. The subway information will be very useful to get us where we want to go. We will definitely check out the information centers. Do you have any daily itineraries that you could share? – April

Loving the guide so far! I’ve been studying it for our upcoming trip. My favorite part is that you’ve provided what to see and where to eat in each area! We will be taking our cheat sheets with us as we visit each place! Honestly, I am not sure what you could have done better – it is so detailed, I love it! Maybe your top choice for eats in each area for the foodies? From a local’s point of view? I know we like to know where the locals go when we eat out. But I am sure we will find plenty of yummy places in your guide, so I’m not concerned a bit there! The maps are great too! Very good information. We will be in NYC for 8 days and I know we will be using the guide and maps a lot!

Thank you for putting all of the great information together – it will make this rural Texan’s visit to the big city much easier! Looking forward to the bonus guide!

Thank you, Patti, Texas

Thanks so much for recommending this wonderful guide. It has everything I need for my upcoming trip to New York. I will be a lot less stressed because of this. I recommend it to anyone who is contemplating going to New York. This tells about how to plan so we will not miss any of our places we want to visit. Once I sat down and looked thru this guide it is truly an exceptional guide to New York City. Thanks for the recommendation. I will recommend it to everyone I know who plans a trip to New York. Thank you so much.

I am feeling so much more confident regarding getting around the city with the guide! It is our first trip to NYC and this will be with me at all times as my reference. Thank you so much for creating this, it is just what I needed to make changes and add to our itinerary because I can follow the maps. Thank you again!! Respectfully, Kelley and my crazy crew 🙂

The information provided is exactly what we were looking for to be able to plan our trip this year to NYC!! We are over the moon at all the information and maps we received. Our excitement has grown exponentially since we got our info. Thank you for the thoroughness of your guides! Well worth it!

This guide is great. I was born and raised in The Bronx New York and my husband and I love the city. We live in New Jersey now but are always in the City. Now, when we have visitors from out of state, we can take them around the city better.

This printable collection of information & maps is excellent. It places the whole of Manhattan in context while breaking down its boroughs into districts in a way that is manageable and makes sense. I was able to see the places I in which I am interested & quickly see their location in relationship to the rest of Manhattan. Your grouping of places of interest or activities along with their Free & days closed simplified my decision making. Having never been to NYC, I was nevertheless able to design an Itinerary that works for me. The ability to only print the sections I am interested is a vast improvement over carrying a bulky Guidebook. I always buy a Guidebook- sometimes more than one- for my trips. This year, I feel comfortable with only this one. Thank you!

Living in New Jersey, I have been an occasional visitor to Manhattan but have not been knowledgeable about the neighborhoods. At last, a very comprehensive, enjoyable, informative and easy to understand guide. Thank you. D.E Fittinger

This is going to be a great reference guide for our first trip to NYC!!

Love this guide, I think I will be helpful with my upcoming trip to NYC – Denetra

The NYC Guide is fantastic. So helpful to those who have no idea of how to get around & where everything is in comparison to where you are staying. Thanks, Bev

Dear Melissa, Thank you for the NYC Insider Guide. I printed it and spent a couple of hours studying it with a highlighter. This will be my 15 yo daughter’s first time to New York City and I have not been there in 23 years. We love the one page per neighborhood format. The tip to get the citymapper app is most helpful. We really like your honest comments about places that you like. My one constructive criticism is that $20 seems pricey for a guide that we have to print ourselves. Thanks again, Lori

I have thoroughly enjoyed reading through the NYC Guide book for planning our trip to NYC in December! It’s been VERY helpful in knowing exactly where things are so we aren’t crossing over paths and that we would have traveled the day before! Thank you VERY much for providing this to others…. much appreciated! I would love a copy of your 35-Page New York City Travel Guide! Thank you, Mary Margaret

This looks AWESOME!! Planning our trip for week after next! I’m excited that 4 gals from Arkansas can’t get lost now using this guide and being able to be planning ahead our fun filled girls trip!! Thank you for putting together all of these great insights!!

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for to plan a trip with my daughter for my 50th Birthday and to knock off the Macy’s Day Parade from my bucket list. If you have any special pointers about being in the area for Thanksgiving I would love to hear them. Looking forward to seeing what the bonus guide has to offer. Thanks again!

What a wonderful guide. So much information that I would have never known and so organized!

melissa, Only had a quick scan through, will read it fully over the next 3 weeks prior to visiting but even the quick read through looks a very good guide. i just spent 3 hours on a spreadsheet putting all the ticket admission prices together. wish i had seen your guide first. i could have saved myself a lot of time. stewart

I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy the insider guide and maps. It is exactly what I was looking for and trying to search the internet for weeks and still did not find even a fraction of what you have in your guide . Even something as simple what direction avenues and streets run was not something I thought of or found any information on but is very important. Exactly what I was looking for. Don’t waste your time researching and trying to find all this information online when you can get it in the insiders guide. Wonderfully put together and extremely helpful. Thank you.

I am planning a first timer’s family trip to NYC, leaving in a few weeks. So glad I purchased the NYC Visitor Guide . The guide pulls into one place so much information I’ve been trying to search all over the internet. I love the layout and color coding – very user friendly. Thanks Melissa!!

This guide will make planning our trip to NYC so much easier. Thank you!

I have received the guide and I realized that there is enough useful and accurate information to plan a very good holidays in NYC. The information goes straight to the point and this guide meets perfectly what I was looking for. Thanks a lot to make my life easier.

Hi! I purchased your NYC Insider Guide Package, and I have examined the contents of the NYC Insider Print Guide as well as the Bonus Maps. I particularly like that the Guide is very consistently organized and easy to follow. The color coding is particularly helpful.

As always, don’t know what I would do without this guide. And now that my husband has finally agreed to join me on my trip, being able to get the most out of our time in NYC is super important! Thanks so much for your hard work.

Thank you Melissa! What a wonderful asset to my business. My clients will think they have hit the jackpot… I am so excited to try some of these maps out myself…

HI – BEST MONEY SPENT – GREAT MAPS AND INFO YOU CAN NOT GET ANYWHERE ELSE. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS GUIDE. THANK YOU, JAMES

Hello, Melissa.

This is the second time I am buying the guide. I wanted to have a fully updated version for going around the city with my Mom who is visiting. It’s such a great tool! Neighborhood by neighborhood… perfect way to explore. Thank you!

Thank you so much for the work you have put into this guide. I’ve never been to New York so this has been an amazing help!! Thanks so much – Randi

Just what I was looking for. Has made planning my trip so much easier.

I’ve been researching NYC for months (an hour a day on average) and have not found a more complete guide to the area than this . I was overwhelmed in my search, trying to figure out which districts had which attractions/restaurants etc., and how in the world would I plan for each of the 7 days we will be there. This guide is exactly what I needed to get organized and familiar with the area. The street names on the map is hugely helpful so that I can map out how to get around. We have a large group including children and I was feeling very worried about how I would pull this off. Thank you so much for your very user friendly product! I haven’t seen anything yet that you could improve upon, but I will let you know if I find anything. Once again THANK YOU!!!

This guide is incredible! I wish I had found it months ago. I like that it has suggested locations (shopping, restaurants and things to do) in each neighborhood. I can plan out days in each area and have activities, lunch, and maybe even dinner while in that area. Thank you so much – you have done an outstanding job covering everything – all in one reference!

The most convenient and informative source of information for a tourist at many levels. Thanks, Roopi

Absolutely love the guide! This will be perfect for our trip.

Awesome guide. Thank you!

The NYC insider guide is just fantastic! Thank you! Written by a New Yorker gives a more honest insight to the city rather than just sticking to the tourist areas. I can’t wait until I visit in a couple of weeks time!

Many Thanks, Cate

I enjoyed the book. I liked the way it was laid out. It provided tons of information. It will be invaluable in my trip planning. Loved the printable maps.

Im traveling to NY in October to visit and to get married. Im so overwhelmed with the early planning process and your guide book has saved my life ! I’m from a small town in northern WI, so I figured I needed all the info I could get. The maps in this guide are perfect! Thank you so much, money well spent.

GREAT guide—best on the net! This guide has the best maps of any I could find on the internet! You’ve compiled all the useful info on NYC into one place and made our trip-planning so much easier. Thank you!!!

Hi Melissa. We were so excited to receive your NYC Insider Guide! I feel it will truly make planning our trip much easier! I appreciate all the breakdowns for navigating the subway system, the different districts, lists of things to do; places to eat for each and the many different maps. For an out-of-towner, this resource will definitely take a great deal of stress out of planning our trip . THANK YOU!! – Susan

Your guide is a lifesaver! I purchased it almost a week ago for my upcoming trip after searching on a lark for NYC sample sales. Once I stumbled on your page, I found the resources invaluable. I have done a fair bit of planning in preparation for my ‘real’ first time trip to Manhattan (last time was a shoot in and go back out weekend) and was amazed at how organized and easy this guide was to follow. The map points along with listings are terrific, they even have cross streets for easier navigation.

I particularly liked the analysis of the various NYC sightseeing passes as well as the authentic highlights, including restaurants and hotels, per neighborhood accompanied by map points. Yesterday, my accommodations fell through (I booked them in December) and I immediately went to this guide and looked up hotels to re-book. Thank you, thank you, triple thank you!

I’m a New Yorker an am about to host a Vietnamese tour guide of the highest quality! This is a great guide. He’ll feel so much in charge of his travels around the city with your two guides. As for myself, I learned of new resources from reading the guides. I like it that they are attractively presented, well organized and easy to use with useful, current information.

This guide is great and exactly what I was looking for. This will be a great help on my upcoming trip. The maps and breakdown of each neighborhood is particularly what I was looking for.

Very excited to have found the New York City Insider Guide. Other than planning to see a play, which we already have booked, and seeing a couple of well known tourist attractions, my daughter & I no nothing of NYC. I believe this guide will help us decide what we want to do and what area we want to stay . We are winging our way to NYC in June so this gives us plenty of time to plan things. Love that there is also a Vacation Itinerary Planner included. Thanks so much. – Diane

We lived in NYC fifty years ago. Wish we would have had this guide then. The information is presented in a very organized way and up to date. Thanks, Mary Lou

Dear Melissa, I would like to thank you for your guide. I am a frequent traveler, I have been several times in NYC, I have more than one traditional guide of New York, but I really like yours. I have to say that if I would have to figure out out to make a guide I would have thought about something like the Insider Guide. I love the zooms of map sections with easy indications of what to do and I like the practical tips. I will use it soon, as i will be in NY at the end of January! Thank you again Melissa! Best regards, Matteo, Milan – Italy

From what I've seen so far… love this guide. I've looked at several, you've got more info. Can't wait to use it when we arrive this week. – Jean

I have been to NYC many times but got this for my sister as we are going together and it will be her first trip. This guide is very helpful for her to get a feel for where the things she wants to see are located in relation to each other. Love the area breakdowns for food and shopping ideas. Love the discount shopping guide. -Dawn

The Insider Guide and Maps are terrific. Thanks so much for compiling user friendly resources for those planning to visit New York City. Thanks again for investing the time to make these resources and provider insider knowledge. – Regards, The Duncan Family (Australia)

Hello Melissa: OMG!! Reading your NYC Insider Guide is like reading a really good novel. This guide came at a perfect time. My family and I will be in NYC in December for a week and I already feel so prepared. Thanks to all your tips, maps and links. I’ve already downloaded the app citymapper! Thank you Melissa!! Best Guide ever! – Selva, Las Vegas, NV

Great! Get this Guide! My friend and I just got back from our first trip to NYC. Your guide was GREAT!! We used it everyday. I particularly loved how there were suggestions for each area/neighborhood! That was very useful!

Tremendous Guide to New York City!!!! The maps are amazing and I love all the personalized and useful information you've put into your ebook. It's like having a friend in New York showing me around and looking out for me. What a tremendous resource. Thank You!

Great Overview of NYC!!! I'm a local New Yorker sending this guide to a friend visiting NYC for first time. Will definitely help him plan what he wants to see instead of me suggesting things. Thanks!

Awesome and simple neighborhood guide! Loved it.

Thanks for the very well laid out guides, I am showing people from MO the city and this guide is perfect!

This guide is PERFECT! L-O-V-E this guide! It’s well thought out, easy to read, easy to follow. Very sensible layout. This will be our 5th trip to NYC and my first few times I was completely lost, so I ended up staying very close to where our bus would pick us up. The last trip my daughter and son-in-law went along and they were a tremendous help. This trip we’re on our own, so needless to say I was very excited to find this website. I’m so excited to use this book – I’ll post again after our trip! Thanks SO much Melissa!

Planning has never been this easy… This is an amazingly complete guide to NYC. It is making the planning of my NYC trip easy, quick, and fun! The tips and links are priceless and relevant. The maps are plentiful, the transportation information is extremely helpful, and there’s even an itinerary form available for use. So far, I can’t think of anything missing and I will probably save the cost of the guide in time alone. Thanks for a great product!

This was exactly what we needed to make our vacation less confusing and more fun.

Reading through your Insider Guide so far is great! So much information I was searching for – like locations and costs of museums. Thanks for putting this together to help out-of-towners like us.

I am so happy I ran across your website today! I’ve only been to NYC once for just a few hours and we did virtually nothing but a walking tour around Washington Square Park to Chelsea Market (guided by my nephew – an NYU student at the time, now a resident of Brooklyn), then a subway ride down to Ground Zero and a walk to Battery Park. I was so confused and frustrated when we first got to Penn Station, we nearly got back on the train and went back to Jersey (where my son was stationed at the time). I’m looking forward to reading your version of “NYC 101” to help avoid that feeling this time around.

– Wendy

Great Guide! Thank you for the New York City Insider Guide. I love all the maps, restaurant guides, list of free activities, and insider tips. I am so happy to get this guide and I know my trip to NYC will be a lot easier to navigate thanks to you.

Lots of effort and time went into this guide. Thanks so much. Will be rereading this several times before I get a good grasp of city. From a small city compared to NYC.

Melissa, I love NYC and have been there a couple of times. This year I’ll be there for Chiristmas… I purchased your Insider Guide and Maps. It was helpful. I think this guide is great. Thank you for your great job and effort…

Wonderful Idea. I love your book! It brings together all the information, tips and tricks that any traveller to NYC needs. The maps, the ‘tips and tricks’ and price guides are really neat. I will be certainly using it on my trip there.

All the best. Regards,

Melissa, I love NYC and have been quite a few times. I always try to review street and train maps before I go so I will not be totally lost upon arrival. While searching around I found your website and I purchased your Insider Guide and Maps. It was so helpful to have a nice review of the areas and neighborhoods while on the flight to NY. The guide was great and you did a very nice job putting it all together . Anyone going to NY for the first time, you need a game plan and an agenda…otherwise you really do end up wandering aimlessly because it can be very overwhelming. Thanks for the effort you put into your guides and your website!

This is very helpful information, and the maps are great ! My husband and going to New York in December to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary!

Thanks, Diana

I downloaded the guide & maps and they have so much useful information ! I’m getting ready for our visit in a couple of weeks and the guide will be so helpful in planning my trip. There is so many time saving tips in it. I am looking forward to receiving the FREE BONUS 35-Page New York City Travel Guide.

Thank you so much!

I used to live in Manhattan and wish that I’d had this guide when I was lived there! The depth of information is incredible and well worth the small amount spent. I’ll use this again and again. Not only will it make my time in NYC better, but it will save me $$ as well !

I was so excited to find your guide online. I am getting ready to visit NYC with my husband, mother, sister and niece. We are going to Ground Zero and other iconic places. Using the guide I was able to locate a hotel across the street from the 9-11 Memorial. Your guide has put e verything I could possibly need in one quick guide for a successful trip . Thank you very much for all the effort you have put into this collection of information making it possible to plan ahead.

I’m so glad I found the NYC Insider Guide during my internet search! I was trying to do what you have done with the guide – a one-stop-shop for maps, attractions to see, and restaurants to eat in, organized by neighborhoods in Manhattan. My family and I are traveling there next week and I wanted to plan our itinerary ahead of time since we have just 5 days in the city and so much to see! We are going to do a lot of walking and exploring while we are in the city and the information you’ve provided about the subways, stops, etc. will prove useful, I’m sure.

I read over the guide and the bonus maps and I thought they were great as far as things to do, places to eat and the guide broken up into areas. The only criticism is that I wished the maps were larger print. I’m 59 and its hard for me to see very small writing or numbers. – Sharon

I was so excited to find your guide online. I am getting ready to visit NYC with my husband and granddaughter and you have put everything I need in one quick guide. Thank you very much for all the effort you have put into this.

Thanks a lot for the information provided in the guide. It shows everything an outsider needs to “survive” NYC. It will for sure give me a lot of support while we vacation there. Keep it up with the excellent website. Cheers!

We are coming to New York shortly and thought I would just find info online, when I found your insiders guide it saved me a lot of time and effort, you have it all in one place. Well done.

Melissa, My compliments! A very comprehensive and complete for those of us who need help getting around and to advise others who plan to visit the Big Apple soon. So much more than I had originally expected when your site had come up off of my Google search. Keep up the excellent work. – Lawrence

Excellent! We had been to NYC several times before I happened upon this website and had a nice time, BUT – we spent so much time trying to figure out where we were going that before we knew it, it was time to leave. This print guide and website helped us in so many ways on our last trip! We were able to move around the City like we knew what we were doing (thank you Melissa!). We took a couple with us that had never been to NYC, and thanks to this EXCELLENT guide, they can’t wait to go back in September with us! WELL DONE!

Hi Melissa, This has helped us a lot .Me and my friend surprised our our 15 year old daughters with a trip to NYC in June. It is our first time. I am happy I stumbled across your Insider Guide. I’m still very confused about the Statue of Liberty do you pay or do you not have to pay? Maybe you could explain that in your guide. Also the MOMA do you pay to get into it if you have bought one of the attraction passes. The NY City pass say’s you don’t but from what I read on Trip Advisor you do. It is a very useful tool Thank You, Jody

Hi Jody: Thanks so much for your feedback on our Printable Guide. Your Statue of Liberty question is clearly answered on our site (and in the guide on the Attractions Pass Comparison page). CityPASS no longer covers MoMA admission (starting in 2015, you get a choice of 9-11 Museum or Intrepid Museums). Hope that helps!

Best, Melissa

Dear Melissa,

Thank you very much für the NYC Insider Guide! I find it very helpful, in particular the overviews by neighbourhood. Thanks for putting this Information together!!!

Kind regards, Verena

This guide book is such a gift! It is perfect & will allow me to explore all of NYC in my upcoming trip! Thank you much for providing this service! I’m so excited and less confused thanks to the NYC Guide! I’m going to NYC in couple weeks and this will help me out tremendously! Thank you very much!!!

Hi Melissa:

I just received the NYC Insider Print Guide, and I can’t wait to use this to help prepare me for my trip to NY in a few weeks. Thank you for providing such a wonderful resource – you’ve saved me hours of researching this information by myself !

HI Melissa,

I just purchased your guide as i was trying to make sense of the huge variety of attractions that NYC has to offer a girl from Melbourne Australia. It’s great that you’ve been able able to clearly break down all of the information . I have been looking at websites for days trying to make sense of it all!

I really like that you have clearly shown where all of the areas of NYC are so its easy to see what is where – ie what is close to each other and can be grouped together when (unfortunately!) we will only have a finite time. A great perspective for people who have never been to NYC.

We’ll be using your guide as a base – thanks for the tip re HopStop too – I’m sure that will prove invaluable!! A small line about how to get a ticket would be great – vending machines inside the subway I believe …

Its a little hard to fully evaluate the guide without putting it into full practice. I’m very very much looking forward to visiting your amazing city!!!!!

Cheers Lorna 🙂

Awesome guide. I was looking for something I can give to a group of parents going to NYC for the first time. Very very helpful!!

Melissa, These NYC resources are just terrific – perfect for my iPad and my husband’s iPhone 6. Graphics are of high quality, and you’ve compiled all kinds of information and tips for tourists. Thank you!

Love this guide. Very informative and worth the small price!

I just printed off the guide packet. I am so excited!! My daughter is a senior in high school and she chose NYC as her senior spring break!! Your guide looks to be the perfect solution to our trip-planning and comfort in The Big Apple . We can hardly wait!

Thank you for putting together such a wonderful guide. – Jennifer

Wow…after so much web search!!! At last some great tips, info maps etc …all in one!!! We will now be so ready for NYC…Thanx to you Melissa!!!

OMG, you have written exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you so much!! Absolutely perfect!!!! Please don’t take a trip to New York without this guide!!!!

The NYC Insider Guide seems to be a very handy tool for me, as I’ll have my first experience in NYC during next fall and I had no idea of many of the tips given in this guide in order to have the greatest time ever in the Big Apple. Thanks for helping me planning my trip.

Sincerely, Thiago.

Your guide saved days of internet research! Plus, it’s handy and offers help at a glance! Love it!

Thanks Melissa. Very well put together. We are coming over later this winter. Weather here is 38C – a bit warmer than NY weather at the moment. The information is well laid out and all in one place. Excellent work and easy to read. All the tips and maps are great. Love the individual section maps and info for each area in Manhattan. Many Thanks, Wayne, Australia

Thanks, Melissa! I just printed out your guide and love it! My boyfriend and I are heading to NYC for 5 days on Saturday. I go to NYC a lot and am grateful I found your guide. It is GREAT! Thanks so much! – Lindsay

You’ve definitely put a lot of work into creating both the book and bonus maps. I can’t wait to take all my information to New York this December and feel like I know what I’m doing. Thanks for making me feel like the “Leader of the Pack”!

REALLY??? This is a lifesaver! I’m too ADD-riddled to ever have been able to compile all this info in a useful way. Thanks to these tools, our 3 short days in NYC will be spent just how we want with no time wasted. I really can’t say enough good things. To anyone on the fence about this purchase…it truly is the best $20 you can spend and will probably save you way more than that in time alone.

I have to say I thought I was wasting my money when I brought your guides, but was I surprised. They are definitely worth the price. Your site is an excellent place to start when planning a trip to New York. Yes, you can find this information on the internet by spending hours visiting all the different web sites, but why do that when you can just come here and get your guides. My wife took one look at your guides and said, “Wow, I wasted several days getting this same information and here it is, all in these guides.” So I’m glad I stumbled across your site, because your guides and the other information on your site will be a big help in planning our upcoming trip to New York City in December. -Jonathan

Hi, Melissa. I wanted to thank you for the Insiders Guide you created. The maps are extremely helpful, as are the transit tips that you have throughout and the breakdowns of each neighborhood. I’ve been to NYC a few times before, but it’s been a while and your guide is like a refresher course. Thank you for creating it. I’m not sure what else there is to add in the Bonus, but I’m curious now. Thanks again! – Jen White

Really like the layout and content of your guide Melissa! Looking forward to putting it to good use on our first visit to NYC in November! Thanks, Dave

I was excited to see a guide with everything in one place. We have short notice for travel and feel that your guide will be very helpful.

Thank you! Connie

The guides are extremely helpful. My Wife and I plan on three days in New York in September and with such limited time we’ve being trying to optimize our New York experience. Your “one stop shop” has not only saved us a lot of time and money in research but will serve to underwrite our trip, providing us with the “biggest bang” for our dollar when we hit the tarmac at JFK Airport in September. Great product! Many thanks.

Hi Melissa! We loved your New York Insider Print Guide – so much information, and so much to see and do. It has been invaluable in helping us plan our 4 days in your fine city, but we will barely scratch the surface in that time. Only 2 days now until we leave for the USA and the excitement is building.

Kind regards, Neil

My daughter and I will be traveling to NYC in a week. We were looking for simple maps so we could plot our days. That is how we found your site. And we are so very happy we did! This is the type of information we were looking for. I love how you have everything by neighborhood. We can just take that page with us when we go and have everything at our fingertips. As you can imagine, it can be very overwhelming. Thank you for making it not so daunting!

Good evening Melissa:

We have just downloaded the NYC Insider Maps and Guide. Our family will be travelling to your fabulous city from Sydney, Australia in September, so I have been researching and looking for this concise information for the past couple of months. I had even looked at ordering a well-known travel guide book… however luckily for us, I came to your website (looking for NYC maps) last week and have today ordered your maps and guides.

This will help us immensely as we are definitely after a ‘live-like-a-New-Yorker’ experience rather than bumble around like a typical tourist for our 12 day stay. Your tips, hints and information are easy to absorb and make our plans from – thank you. I look forward to seeing the Bonus Travel guide also and the weekly Newsletters.

Kindest Regards, Michelle & Justin

This guide was very comprehensive. I purchased mostly for the maps, but I could have saved a lot of time if I found you first . A lot of your maps were things I had found free on other sites, but you had everything in one place. Like the summaries in the guide of each area. I am taking a group of students there and need to compile a “cheat sheet” for our trip for out teacher chaperones and this will help. – Anita, Las Vegas

Three of us are going to NY in June. We are currently in the planning stage of mapping out our days. Your guide has provided us with good information on different dining options. I like how you have it broken down by area, that is a big help.

Thanks, Lee

I purchased the package yesterday. I want to say that it is extremely helpful. Thank you for putting together such a great package. – Paula

Great to have everything all in one place instead of needing to search the internet. Maps are great to have so I can plan my trip and won’t need to waste time wandering around looking for something.

Thank you for your hard work in compiling this guide! It has been a great resource for me as I plan our first annual “girls trip to New York”! I have been to New York before but always with someone who knew what they were doing! This guide will help me be the “leader” this time! Thank you again for making it so easy to navigate your beautiful city!!

Melissa – I have successfully downloaded both the book and the bonus maps and I am very impressed with all the research you did. I am not a novice to New York, but I know that this time I will be very well-prepared for the visit thanks to you! I can’t wait! Thank you for putting this book together. Going to go read some more about New York now!!

So Much More Than I Expected! Thanks Melissa, there is a lot info in your guide that would have taken me awhile to find on my own, if ever !

Absolutely What I Was Looking For ! Hi Melissa! Thank you so much for this guide. My bf and I are coming from Australia to New York for the first time this July and this is absolutely what I was looking for in terms of “need to know information”. You have a done a great job It practically has taken all the stress out of planning what we are going to do and will make sure we don’t miss anything. So thank you.

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Best Tours In Manhattan

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• New York Secret Food Tour of Historic Greenwich Village w/ Private Tour Option

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Getting Around Manhattan

Realize that Manhattan is very walkable with something to see on every corner, so distances that may seem far in suburban places aren’t in this borough. For instance, locals often walk 1-2 miles (or more) when it isn’t too cold out. Bonus: Walking also allows you to feel the beat of the city!

Love cycling? Citi Bike stations are all over NYC, and offer a budget-friendly way to get around in an eco-friendly way that also allows you to see the sights.

In terms of public transportation, the best way to get around Manhattan is via subway, which gets you anywhere you may need to go for just $2.75 — no need to wait in traffic.

Additionally, Manhattan (and the rest of NYC) is connected via other public transportation options like buses and even ferries. While buses are operated by the MTA, just like the subway, you’ll want to download the NYC Ferry app to see schedules and buy tickets for the ferry.

Prefer a private car service? Uber and Lyft are plentiful in Manhattan, though do note that yellow cabs tend to be much cheaper. You can hail a cab on the street or use an app like Arro or Curb to order one.

Driving? While driving your own car can be a pain, some travelers choose this option. You can use the SpotHero website and app to snag super discounted parking spots.

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Manhattan Travel Insurance

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Manhattan Travel Guide FAQ

Below, find answers to frequently asked questions about traveling in Manhattan .

Q: Is Manhattan safe for tourists?

Manhattan is very safe for tourists. Of course, as with any destination, it’s important to be vigilant and take basic safety precautions.

For example, avoid isolated areas such as Central Park at night. When taking the subway, it’s always best to choose a subway car with more passengers in it rather than an empty one.

Finally, while pickpocketing is not that common in New York, you’ll want to make sure that you keep a close eye on your belongings to avoid pickpockets , especially in crowded areas around major tourist attractions.

Q: How many days do you need in Manhattan?

New York is a huge city, and no matter how long you stay, you’ll never run out of things to do! In order to see the highlights of the city, you really need a minimum of three days.

However, four or five days is better to see the main sights without rushing too much. And if you have a week or more to spend in New York, you’ll be able to thoroughly explore the city and get to know boroughs outside of Manhattan.

Q: What are some important Manhattan travel tips to keep in mind?

One Manhattan travel tip is to walk or take the subway as much as possible!

Manhattan is very walkable, and when the distance is too far, you can take advantage of the robust and affordable subway system. There’s no reason to spend a lot of money on taxis to get around.

You should also consider staying outside of Times Square and Midtown. Many first-time visitors want to stay in this area, but with the great subway system in New York, there are plenty of other neighborhoods in Manhattan where you can base yourself that have a more local vibe while still being able to get around easily. It’s a great way to explore non-touristy NYC !

Q: What should I do in Manhattan on my first trip to New York City?

While there’s no way to pack every must-see attraction into one trip to New York City, there are a few things you should definitely prioritize on your first trip.

At some point, you’ll want to take in views of the iconic New York City skyline. There are several ways to do this, like booking a few NYC skyline tours and cruises . Or, if you want to learn more about the city’s iconic buildings, you can book a New York City architectural tour .

Short on cash? Here is a list of top spots to take in NYC skyline views for free .

You’ll also want to take a stroll through Central Park , the urban oasis featuring 843 acres of green space in the heart of Manhattan. Stop by the iconic Bethesda Terrace, rent a row boat to explore Central Park Lake or head out on a hike through the Ravine .

Central Park also features tons of live entertainment, from buskers on the Mall to big name concerts at SummerStage to free performances of the Bard’s best work at Shakespeare in the Park.

Why is NYC so famous ? One reason is the many museums, which are also must-visits for any first-time visitor to New York.

Art fans will want to visit the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art , home to works spanning 5,000 years of history, and the Museum of Modern Art , a hub for all things contemporary.

The American Museum of Natural History is always a favorite, featuring exhibits on everything from sea creatures (hello, blue whale!) to dinosaurs to ancient civilizations.

Other museums worth checking out on a first visit are the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum , the Whitney Museum of American Art , the Brooklyn Museum , and the Tenement Museum .

By the way, all of the above is also perfect if you’re wanting things to do in New York by yourself .

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Q: What are some non-touristy things to do in Manhattan?

Despite being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, there are plenty of non-touristy things to do in NYC if you go off the beaten path. Even in the more touristy neighborhoods, there are hidden gems to discover.

In Manhattan, here are some of the best non-touristy NYC activities to try:

• Have a boozy brunch at one of Manhattan’s many brunch spots
• Go gallery-hopping in Chelsea or the Lower East Side
• Catch a comedy or improv show at Comedy Cellar or Peoples Improv Theater (which are also some of the best rainy day activities in NYC )
• Take the Roosevelt Island Tram over the river
• Visit the Met Cloisters and have a picnic in peaceful Fort Tryon Park (one of the best places to go hiking in Manhattan !)
• Rent a Citi Bike and explore Manhattan on two wheels
• Take the NYC Ferry instead of the subway (it’s the same price!)
• Trying to find the best souvenirs from NYC ? Skip the novelty shops and instead head to markets that showcase local makers like Artists & Fleas and the Brooklyn Flea, both of which have a location in Chelsea.
• Skip the Midtown lounges and explore NYC after midnight at lesser-known spaces like Don’t Tell Mama, a restaurant with piano bar that also hosts cabaret shows

Most tourists in Manhattan stick to the downtown and midtown neighborhoods of Manhattan, but there is a lot more to explore uptown including the Upper East Side , Upper West Side , Harlem, and neighborhoods even further north.

Q: How much spending money do you need for a week in New York City?

The average traveler spends about $240 per day in New York City on accommodations, transportation, food, activities, and other travel expenses.

That being said, there are certainly ways to save money in the city — like staying in hostels, considering Couchsurfing, cooking your own meals, sticking to public transportation, and enjoying some budget-friendly NYC activities .

Q: What are some fun day trips from Manhattan?

If you are spending a week in New York or more, you may want to take some day trips from Manhattan to see more of the city and explore New York State .

These are some awesome ideas for day trips from Manhattan:

• Take the subway out to Coney Island in Brooklyn , and spend the day enjoying the beach and the Luna Park amusement park. Don’t forget a hot dog from the original Nathan’s Famous!
• Do the Anthony’s Nose Hike for scenic views over the Hudson Valley just a little over an hour from NYC. Or head further afield for some of the best hikes in upstate New York.
• Check out the art scene in Queens. With museums like MoMA PS1, Queens Museum, the Noguchi Museum, and the outdoor Socrates Sculpture Park, there’s plenty to see and do.
• Head out to Long Island for the day and tour some of the best Long Island wineries and Long Island hiking trails .
• Take the free Staten Island Ferry and spend an afternoon exploring the many things to do on Staten Island like visiting the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden.

If you want to leave New York entirely, Philadelphia is less than two hours away by train, making it a great choice for a longer day trip.

Q: How long can a tourist stay in New York?

Most visitors from abroad who are allowed to enter the United States — the country New York State is located in — can stay for up to six months. Entry requirements and allowances vary depending on where you are from, so definitely check the US government website .

Q: Do I need a travel visa for New York?

Visa requirements vary depending on where you are from. You can visit the US government website to see if you need a visa and what type.

Q: Where is Manhattan?

Manhattan is one of the five boroughs of New York City , which is located in the southeastern part of New York, a state located in the United States . It is the most densely-populated of the five boroughs and sits west of Brooklyn and Queens , south of The Bronx , and east of the state of New Jersey.

Q: Are credit cards accepted in Manhattan?

Credit cards — particularly Visa and Mastercard — are widely accepted in Manhattan, though it is always wise to carry some cash for street stalls and in case of emergency.

Q: Can you drink the tap water in Manhattan?

Yes, the tap water is safe to drink in Manhattan.

Q: What is the local currency in New York State?

The local currency in New York is the US Dollar (USD).

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The island can be loosely divided into three areas: Downtown (below 14th St), Midtown (14th St to Central Park/59th St) and Uptown (north of 59th St), though each is made up of neighbourhoods of very individual character. If you are looking for a place to stay in Manhattan, you may find our expert’s guide to the best area's to stay in New York City helpful on deciding where to visit next.

Central Park

The metropolitan museum of art, national september 11 memorial & museum, september 11 and its aftermath, the brooklyn bridge, the empire state building, the high line, the staten island ferry.

The patchwork below 14th Street is one of the most vibrant, exciting parts of the city. Downtown’s interest actually begins in New York Harbor, which holds the compulsory attractions of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. On land, the southernmost neighbourhood is the Financial District, with Wall Street at its centre. The buildings of the Civic Center transition into the jangling streetlife of Chinatown, which has encroached upon touristy Little Italy. East of here, the one-time immigrant-heavy Lower East Side is a trendy spot full of chic bars and restaurants. Soho and Tribeca are expensive residential and shopping districts. North of Houston Street, the activity picks up even more in the West Village (also known as Greenwich Village) and East Village, two former bohemian enclaves that remain great fun despite ongoing gentrification.

North of the East Village, across 14th Street, busy Union Square is always great for people watching; elegant Gramercy Park, the Flatiron District and emerging NoMad (north of Madison Square Park), base of the new Museum of Mathematics, spread north from there. Their West Side counterparts include Chelsea, home to art galleries, a large gay continent and the popular High Line park; and the tiny Garment District, which doesn’t have much to see. Around 42nd Street along Broadway, the Theater District heralds a cleaned-up, frenetic area of entertainment that culminates at Times Square. East of here lies Midtown East, where much of the business of Manhattan takes place.

Central Park provides a breath of fresh air in the middle of the island; it’s where the city comes to play and escape the crowds. It’s bordered by the distinguished Upper East Side – its “Museum Mile” running along Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 104th streets – and the Upper West Side, home to the high-culture performance spaces of Lincoln Center. North of these neighbourhoods, Harlem, the cultural capital of black America, is experiencing a new renaissance; further north, you’ll find one of the city’s most intriguing museums – the Cloisters and its medieval arts collection.

Completed in 1876, smack in the middle of Manhattan, Central Park extends from 59th to 110th streets, and provides residents (and street-weary visitors) with a much-needed refuge from big-city life. The poet and newspaper editor William Cullen Bryant had the idea for an open public space in 1844 and spent seven years trying to persuade City Hall to carry it out. Eventually, 840 desolate and swampy acres north of the city limits were set aside. The two architects commissioned, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, planned a complete illusion of the countryside in the heart of Manhattan – which was already growing at a fantastic rate. Even today, the sense of captured nature survives.

It’s easy to get around on foot, along the many paths that crisscross the park. There’s little chance of getting lost, but to know exactly where you are, find the nearest lamppost: the first two figures signify the number of the nearest street. After dark, however, you’d be well advised not to enter on foot.

One of the world’s great art museums, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (usually referred to as just “the Met”) juts into Central Park. Its all-embracing collection amounts to more than two million works of art, spanning America and Europe as well as China, Africa, the Far East and the classical and Islamic worlds. You could spend weeks here and not see everything.

If you make just one visit, head for the European Painting galleries. Of the early (fifteenth- and sixteenth-century) Flemish and Dutch paintings, the best are by Jan van Eyck, who is generally credited with having started the tradition of north European realism. The Italian Renaissance is less spectacularly represented, but a worthy selection includes an early Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints by Raphael and Duccio’s sublime masterpiece Madonna and Child. Don’t miss the Spanish galleries, which include Goya’s widely reproduced portrait of a toddler in a red jumpsuit, Don Manuel Osorio Manrique de Zuniga, and a room of freaky, dazzling canvases by El Greco.

The nineteenth-century galleries house a startling array of Impressionist and post-Impressionist art, showcasing Manet and Monet among others, and the compact twentieth-century collection features Picasso’s portrait of Gertrude Stein and Gauguin’s masterly La Orana Maria, alongside works by Klee, Hopper and Matisse. The Medieval Galleries are no less exhaustive, with displays of sumptuous Byzantine metalwork and jewellery donated by J.P. Morgan, while the Asian Art galleries house plenty of murals, sculptures and textile art from Japan, China, Southeast and Central Asia and Korea. Close to being a museum in its own right, the American Wing is a thorough introduction to the development of fine art in America; the spectacular courtyard reopened in 2009, studded with sculpture from the likes of Daniel Chester French and Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Dendur in the Egyptian section, and the Greek and Roman sculpture galleries, magnificently restored less than a decade ago.

The incredibly moving National September 11 Memorial & Museum was dedicated on September 11, 2011 to commemorate the ten-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The two memorial pools, representing the footprints of the original towers, are each around one acre in size, with 30ft waterfalls tumbling down their sides. The names of the 9/11 victims – some women listed with their “unborn children” – are inscribed on bronze parapets surrounding the pools, while the contemplative eight-acre Memorial Plaza is filled with nearly four hundred oak trees. The underground 9/11 Memorial Museum, in between the two pools, should be open sometime in 2014.

Completed in 1973, the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center were an integral part of New York’s legendary skyline, and a symbol of the city’s social and economic success. At 8.46am on September 11, 2001, a hijacked airliner slammed into the north tower; seventeen minutes later another hijacked plane struck the south tower. As thousands looked on in horror – in addition to hundreds of millions viewing on TV – the south tower collapsed at 9.50am, its twin at 10.30am. In all, 2995 people perished at the WTC and the simultaneous attack on Washington DC.

In 2003, Polish-born American architect Daniel Libeskind was named the winner of a competition to design the new World Trade Center, though his plans were initially plagued with controversy and he’s had little subsequent involvement with the project. In 2006 a modified design, still incorporating Libeskind’s original 1776ft-high Freedom Tower, was finally accepted and construction is now nearing completion. In addition to One World Trade Center, the September 11 Memorial and the Tribute WTC Center, you can check out St Paul’s Chapel, at Fulton Street and Broadway, dating from 1766; the main attraction inside is “Unwavering Spirit”, a poignant exhibition on 9/11.

From just about anywhere in the seaport you can see the much-loved Brooklyn Bridge, which was the world’s largest suspension bridge when it opened in 1883. The beauty of the bridge itself and the spectacular views of Manhattan it offers make a walk across its wooden planks an essential part of any New York trip; you’ll find the pedestrian walkway at the top of Park Row, opposite City Hall.

The 102-storey Empire State Building stands as perhaps the most evocative and muscular symbol of New York, as it has since it was completed in 1931. An elevator takes you to the main observatory on the 86th floor, which was the summit of the building before the radio and TV mast was added. The views from the outside walkways here are as stunning as you’d expect (you can continue up to the tiny 102nd-floor observatory for an extra $15, but the view is about the same). For the best experience, you should try to time your visit so that you’ll reach the top at sunset; note that during peak times, waits to ascend can be upwards of an hour (buy online, or express, tickets to skip the lines).

Beginning in the Meatpacking District, though running mostly through West Chelsea, the High Line is an ambitious regeneration programme and perhaps the city’s most unique park, slicing through buildings and past factories and apartments on a former elevated rail line. It’s been opened in three stages, the last of which, the High Line at the West Rail Yards, is slated for completion in 2014; all are popular spots for a stroll and a picnic lunch.

The Staten Island ferry ( siferry.com ) sails from a modern terminal on the east side of Battery Park, built directly above the South Ferry subway station. Departures are frequent, from every 15–20 minutes during weekday rush hours (7–9am and 5–7pm), to every 60 minutes late at night (the ferry runs 24hr). The 25-minute ride is New York’s best bargain: it’s absolutely free, offering wide-angle views of the city and the Statue of Liberty that become more spectacular as you retreat. Most visitors get the next boat straight back to Manhattan, as there’s not much to detain you on Staten Island itself.

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The best attractions and things to do in Manhattan

From the Statue of Liberty to the High Line, these are the best Manhattan attractions in NYC.

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If you’re planning to visit New York City, it would be ridiculous not to start with Manhattan and its attractions. Though it's neither the biggest borough (that’s Queens !) nor the most densely-populated (that’s  Brooklyn! ), it is the center of the city: historically, geographically, and culturally.

Dominated by some of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers, here you’ll find globally famous attractions like the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and Central Park. You’ve got some of the best restaurants in New York . And all the biggest and best  Broadway shows  are here because Broadway is literally in Manhattan. Whether you’re just visiting the Big Apple for the weekend or you’re a lifelong New Yorker looking for something new to do, these attractions in Manhattan are essential additions to your bucket list.

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Best Manhattan attractions

1.  one world observatory.

• Towers and viewpoints
• Financial District

The tallest building in the United State, One World Observatory at World Trade Center lets visitors experience panoramic views of NYC on levels 100, 101, and 102. The tour begins with a thrilling trip in the Sky Pod elevators (some of the fastest in the world) which lead to a two-minute video presentation of gorgeous city images on floor 102.

Check out City Pulse on the 100th floor, which shows HD videos featuring notable NYC landmarks and neighborhoods. For a special dining experience, make a reservation for dinner or cocktails.

2.  Empire State Building

• Monuments and memorials
• Midtown West
• price 2 of 4

Some things get better with age. The Empire State Building—now approaching its 100th birthday—is definitely one of them. 

The Empire State Building became an icon when it opened in 1931 as the world's tallest building. Though the landmark may have lost its No. 1 height status, it's remained a beloved destination with incredible views of the city. Thanks to recent updates, it's not just about the views anymore. The building now spotlights art, architecture, and history; plus, it offers a slew of cool events and excellent dining options. 

Tourists tend to make the Empire State Building their first stop upon arriving in New York City, and they're onto something—it's worth a visit, no matter if you're a lifelong New Yorker or just passing through town.

3.  The Statue of Liberty

• Liberty Island

In a city where almost everything is iconic, Lady Liberty is the icon of icons – certainly where tourists are concerned. Our tip is to avoid the foam-crown-sporting masses and pre-book a combo cruise-and-tour ticket . A climb to the crown – and why wouldn’t you? – affords a panoramic view of New York Harbor and the chance to see the literal nuts and bolts of Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi’s creation, which was given to the people of America by the people of France in 1886.

We thoroughly recommend stopping in the museum on Liberty Island, if only to marvel at the initial ambivalence of 19th-century New Yorkers when they were asked to fund the construction of the pedestal. 

4.  The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Opened in 1880, the massive museum t akes up 11.5 acres within Central Park along Fifth Avenue, across two million square feet and receives more than 4 million visitors annually. Its collection, which spans 5,000 years of art history from pre-history to the present, boasts 36,000 objects, including 2,500 European Old Master, Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, as well as the greatest collection of Egyptian art and artifacts outside Cairo—among them, the full-scale Temple of Dendur.

Other major attractions include The Met’s American and Lehman Wings; The Costume Institute; the Rooftop Garden , which offers spectacular views of the Park and the Midtown skyline; and, of course, its 29 amazing period rooms.

Time Out tip: To avoid the crowds, come on a weekday or visit for date night .

5.  Central Park

• Things to do
• Walks and tours

Surely the world’s most famous public park, the startlingly enormous Central Park is one of the most beloved attractions in New York City, and an iconic fixture of numerous films, TV shows, and songs.

It’s surprisingly easy to forget you’re in Manhattan once you penetrate the idyllic, 843-acre plot, which was first brought to life in the mid-nineteenth century by urban visionaries Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux. Their thoughtful design reflects a harmonious balance of scenic elements that live on today: pastoral (the open, picnic-ready lawn of the Sheep Meadow), formal (the linear, tree-lined Mall), and picturesque (the densely wooded paths of the Ramble).

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6.  Chrysler Building

• Civic buildings
• Midtown East

If you want to call this magnificent pinnacle of Art Deco architecture NYC’s most eye-popping skyscraper then we’re not going to argue with you. Triangle-shaped windows in its crown are lined with lights, creating a beautiful effect come nighttime.

Oozing a moneyed sophistication oft identified with old New York, you can’t actually go up it as a tourist – it’s still in use as offices – but the magnificent art deco lobby is open to the public.

7.  The High Line

Though it’s spawned many imitators, t here’s something uniquely New York about this wonderful aerial walk, built on an abandoned railway track, an ultra-smart move-in footage-starved Manhattan. What we like best is how the pathway rises above the city while keeping you rooted in urban life: where else can you walk through a field of wildflowers as cabs zip along the street beneath you?

8.  Theater District

More than 13 million locals and tourists take in Broadway shows every year. Most of NYC’s 41 Broadway venues – that is to say, professional theaters with a capacity of over 500 – are located in the Theater District. Roughly speaking, that’s 41st Street to 52nd Street between Sixth Avenue and Eighth Avenue. Each season brings a new wave of mega-musicals, plays, and star-driven revivals. 

Tickets don’t tend to be cheap – although discounts are often available – but you would be remiss to leave New York City without taking in one of the season's best shows.

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9.  9/11 Memorial and Museum in NYC

The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is one of the most popular—and certainly the most heartbreaking—attractions in New York City. Located where the Twin Towers once stood, the memorial and museum tell the story of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

The 9/11 Museum, located where the Twin Towers once stood, explores the history of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The museum houses artifacts, historical records, firefighting equipment and a memorial exhibition. Tours with expert guides are available. 

Outside the museum is the memorial, which honors the 2,977 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon, as well as the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing on February 26, 1993. The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools are each nearly an acre in size and feature the largest man-made waterfalls in North America.

10.  Rockefeller Center

Built by the fabulously wealthy businessmen John D Rockefeller, the construction of this enormous complex employed over 40,000 workers over nine years. Nowadays, more than 350,000 visitors make their way to the historic landmark every year, starting early in the morning with folks hoping to spot celebrities or appear in the background of the Today Show.

Always in demand is the NBC studio tour, which covers the network’s history and sites in 30 Rock. The busiest time to visit, of course, is December when the enormous, 70-foot Christmas Tree stands proudly above the plaza ice rink.  Book Online

11.  Grand Central Terminal

This iconic transit hub, which opened in 1913, is used by thousands upon thousands of commuters each day. And it’s also a destination in its own right: its majestic Beaux-Arts architecture is an awesome marriage of form and function. 

Famous features include the vaulted, constellation-adorned ceiling and the four-faced opal clock topping the main information booth. They’re both located in the Grand Concourse. Meanwhile, ornamentation above the 42nd Street entrance includes a likeness of Mercury, the god of travel (naturally), and an ornate Tiffany-glass timepiece.

12.  Whitney Museum of American Art

• Art and design
• Meatpacking District

Standing at the foot of the High Line along Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District, the 63,000 square facility features both indoor and outdoor exhibition space. True to its founder Gertrude Vanderbilt's wishes, the Whitney is dedicated to presenting the work of American artists. Its collection holds about 15,000 pieces by nearly 2,000 artists, including Alexander Calder, Willem de Kooning, Edward Hopper (the museum holds his entire estate), Jasper Johns, Louise Nevelson, Georgia O’Keeffe and Claes Oldenburg.

Three outdoor sculpture spaces provide views of the Hudson and the surrounding neighborhood. This is a goldmine for slightly lesser-known but fantastic exhibitions. 

13.  New-York Historical Society

• Upper West Side

History buffs will love this Upper West Side institution. Built in 1804, it's the oldest museum in New York City. In a nod to history, the museum kept the hyphen in its name—that’s how the city’s name was spelled back in the early 1800s. The New-York Historical Society features more than 1.6 million works that explore the history of the city and the country, including exhibits, art and historical artifacts.

The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library has more than three million books, newspapers, maps, photographs and more from our nation’s founding through slavery and Reconstruction and beyond. The Gilder Lehrman Collection is also housed in the New-York Historical Society, where you can view signed copies of the Emancipation Proclamation, the Thirteenth Amendment and the Constitution.

14.  Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

• Upper East Side
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Frank Lloyd Wright broke the mold on museum design when he completed his building for the Guggenheim in 1959. Since then, millions of visitors have come to the Gugg to gawk at its spiraling rotunda, but they stay for its daring art shows and its collection, which includes Peggy Guggenheim’s trove of Cubist, Surrealist and Abstract Expressionist works, as well as the largest collection of Kandinskys in the United States.

Beautiful and innovative both inside and out, what more inspiration do you need?

15.  Times Square

Times Square in NYC—New York’s crowded attraction—is a global icon in its own right. It’s the "center of the world" and the epicenter of NYC tourism with the best Broadway shows and photo opportunities with The Naked Cowboy and even those creepy mascots.

Its fabled days of grime and crime are a distant memory, thankfully, but it still has much to experience, especially during the holiday season.

16.  New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

• Libraries, archives and foundations

Catch a glimpse of this monumental library’s Beaux-Arts facade and you’ll see why it took nine years and $9 million to construct (when $9 million was a lot of money). The grand columns, Tennessee marble lions dubbed Patience and Fortitude and spectacular Rose Main Reading Room make the library one of the most beautiful buildings in the city.

The contents aren’t too bad either: bibliophiles shouldn’t pass up the chance to look through the vast collection of books and literary ephemera, including the original Winnie-the-Pooh bear and first folio editions of William Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies .

17.  Chelsea Market

• Markets and fairs

More than six million people a year visit this former biscuit factory turned food hall: a fact that’s unlikely to surprise anyone who has ever braved the epic line for Los Tacos No. 1.

In addition to 35-plus eateries, Chelsea Market is home to the rotating boutique selection of Artists & Fleas, plus a selection of other local boutiques. The fact Google snapped the space up for a cool $2.4 billion a few years back only goes to show how iconic it really is.

Explore Chelsea Market and The Highline.

18.  Flatiron Building

When it debuted in 1902, critics thought the Flatiron Building wouldn’t last: they worried that a strong wind might topple the long, thin, pyramidal structure. Fortunately, architect Daniel Burnham’s smart solution to the problem of a triangular lot has proven nothing if not enduring, and the unique architecture is still very much in place. 

While it's still cool to look at, the building has been under scaffolding for years now, so set your expectations if you're heading there for a photo.

19.  American Museum of Natural History

• Science and technology

If the American Museum of Natural History only contained the 94-foot blue whale model in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life and the 122-foot cast of the Titanosaur fossil in the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Orientation Center, then it would be worth visiting on those grounds alone.

What’s that, you want more ? Fair enough: you can also consider the vast collection of taxidermied animals, check out the dazzling Hall of Gems, explore the heavens in the awe-inspiring Hayden Planetarium, and get inspired in the new Gilder Center.

20.  Macy’s Herald Square

• Department stores

Though it’s no longer the biggest department store in the world, the original Macy’s location is no slouch, covering a prodigious 2.2 million square feet. You could spend days shopping in this 11-floor building, but buying stuff isn’t the only draw.

Visit in the spring to peep the extravagant Macy’s Flower Show, or wait until after Thanksgiving to take in the festive holiday windows and drop off your Christmas list to Old Saint Nick himself.

21.  Harbor helicopter tour

For generations, the architects who have worked in Manhattan have known one thing: the only way is up. Take their lead and view the area’s iconic buildings, bridges, parks and statues from the air. Ideal for when your feet need time off from earth-bound site-seeing, a helicopter tour will sweep you up and around the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Empire State Building and so forth, including giving you a view of Central Park normally reserved for the birds.

Head to Pier Six on the East River and, well, prepare for lift off.

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