The Top Six Tourist Destinations in New York
One of New York’s most recognizable landmarks is the Statue of Liberty. A quick ferry ride aboard the Circle Line from Battery Park will get you to Liberty Island. Visitation to the Statue is free but the ferry costs $10 for Adults, $4 for Children, and $8 for Senior Citizens. Currently, the museum and the ten-story stone pedestal are only open for visitation. The interior of the statue has remained closed since September 11th, 2001. Also due to 9/11 other security restrictions and precautions have been established such as personal searches. The government is deciding over a proposed bill to re-open the crown and interior of the Statue for visitors.
For more information regarding Circle Line Ferry tickets to get to the Statue of Liberty www.circlelinedowntown.com/statueFerry.html
Another world-renowned destination is just a few yards away from Lady Liberty in New York Bay. Ellis Island compliments a trip to the Statue nicely due to its rich history. During the immigration era of the nation it served as a checkpoint for arriving immigrants. Today, it is open for guided tours provided by the National Park Service.
For up to date ferry schedules & costs call 866-782-8834 or 212-269-5755 or visit circlelinedowntown.com
The Empire State Building located at 350 Fifth Avenue (in between 33rd and 34th)
The Empire is undoubtedly one of the most world-renowned skyscrapers in the world. Get whisked up to the 86th floor observatory deck via the high-speed elevator and look at the panoramic views of New York and New Jersey from an altitude of over 1,000 feet. A must stop for all tourists and natives alike. The observatory stays open from 8 a.m. until midnight; the last elevator goes up at 11:15 p.m. Admission is $11 for seniors and children (ages 12-17), $10 for children ages (6-11), and children under the age of five are granted free admission. Tickets can be purchased in the lobby or online at esbnyc.com
Times Square. 42nd to 48th Streets Broadway to 7th Avenue.
Abound with activities, restaurants, shops and theaters it’s no wonder this area is one of the busiest and liveliest in New York. Catch the latest Broadway hit, stop by the gigantic Toy’s R Us http://www1.toysrus.com/timessquare/ or simply gawk at the dazzling flashing billboards and attention grabbing neon lights, there’s no shortage of things to do in this area of the city. Tickets to Broadway shows can be purchased at the http://www.tdf.org/tkts/ TKTS booth at 47th and Broadway.
For more information of things to do in and around Times Square visit, timessquarenyc.org
Rockefeller Center/ Observatory Deck.48th to 51st Streets, in between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
There’s much to do at this city within a city from waving to the Matt, Al, Ann and Meredith Vieira at the Today show to dining rink side. Exploring the center itself is free but tours in and around the buildings are available by phone or online. For more information you can visit, www.rockefellercenter.com. Admission is $10 for seniors, and $8 for children (ages 6-16).
More and more people are flocking to the recently reopened Rockefeller Observatory Deck at 30 Rockefeller Center at West 50th Street. After being closed since 1986 due to renovations for the Rainbow Room the Observatory Deck is once again open for sightseers. Take in the sweeping views of Manhattan and Central Park. You can either buy tickets at the entrance of 30 Rockefeller or online at topoftherocknyc.com
Brooklyn Bridge. Park Row and Centre Street on Manhattan side, Adams Street and Tillary Street on the Brooklyn side. In addition to New York having some of the most famous buildings in the world it also has one of the most famous bridges in the world. Take a stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge and enjoy the stunning views of the Lower Manhattan skyline. The bridge is completely free to the public. For information about the bridge visit the New York Department of Transportation’s website.
With so many great destinations to visit you’ll never run out of things to do and place’s to see in New York, the only problem is deciding where to go first
