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Statue of Liberty Museum Shop

"The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886. It was designated as a National Monument in 1924. Employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the colossal copper statue since 1933.

1303 locals recommend

Statue of Liberty Museum Shop

1 Liberty Island - Ellis Island

1303 locals recommend

"The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886. It was designated as a National Monument in 1924. Employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the colossal copper statue since 1933.

9/11 Memorial South Pool

The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is the country’s principal institution concerned with exploring 9/11, documenting its impact, and examining its continuing significance. Honoring those who were killed in the 2001 and 1993 attacks is at the heart of our mission.

567 locals recommend

9/11 Memorial South Pool

180 Greenwich St

567 locals recommend

The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is the country’s principal institution concerned with exploring 9/11, documenting its impact, and examining its continuing significance. Honoring those who were killed in the 2001 and 1993 attacks is at the heart of our mission.

Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center, a national historic landmark in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. You’ll find that summer is a great time of year to explore all the shopping, dining, and activities this inspiring location has to offer.

759 locals recommend

Rockefeller Center

45 Rockefeller Plaza

759 locals recommend

Rockefeller Center, a national historic landmark in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. You’ll find that summer is a great time of year to explore all the shopping, dining, and activities this inspiring location has to offer.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City, colloquially "the Met",[a] is the largest art museum in the United States. With 6,479,548 visitors to its three locations in 2019, it was the fourth most visited art museum in the world.[11] Its permanent collection contains over two million works,[12] divided among 17 curatorial departments. The main building at 1000 Fifth Avenue, along the Museum Mile on the eastern edge of Central Park in Manhattan's Upper East Side, is by area one of the world's largest art galleries. A much smaller second location, The Cloisters at Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan, contains an extensive collection of art, architecture, and artifacts from medieval Europe. On March 18, 2016, the museum opened the Met Breuer museum along Madison Avenue on the Upper East Side; it extends the museum's modern and contemporary art program. The permanent collection consists of works of art from classical antiquity and ancient Egypt, paintings, and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art. The Met maintains extensive holdings of African, Asian, Oceanian, Byzantine, and Islamic art. The museum is home to encyclopedic collections of musical instruments, costumes, and accessories, as well as antique weapons and armor from around the world. Several notable interiors, ranging from 1st-century Rome through modern American design, are installed in its galleries. The Metropolitan Museum of Art was founded in 1870 for the purposes of opening a museum to bring art and art education to the American people. The Fifth Avenue building opened on February 20, 1872, at 681 Fifth Avenue.

2653 locals recommend

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

1000 5th Ave

2653 locals recommend

The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City, colloquially "the Met",[a] is the largest art museum in the United States. With 6,479,548 visitors to its three locations in 2019, it was the fourth most visited art museum in the world.[11] Its permanent collection contains over two million works,[12] divided among 17 curatorial departments. The main building at 1000 Fifth Avenue, along the Museum Mile on the eastern edge of Central Park in Manhattan's Upper East Side, is by area one of the world's largest art galleries. A much smaller second location, The Cloisters at Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan, contains an extensive collection of art, architecture, and artifacts from medieval Europe. On March 18, 2016, the museum opened the Met Breuer museum along Madison Avenue on the Upper East Side; it extends the museum's modern and contemporary art program. The permanent collection consists of works of art from classical antiquity and ancient Egypt, paintings, and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art. The Met maintains extensive holdings of African, Asian, Oceanian, Byzantine, and Islamic art. The museum is home to encyclopedic collections of musical instruments, costumes, and accessories, as well as antique weapons and armor from around the world. Several notable interiors, ranging from 1st-century Rome through modern American design, are installed in its galleries. The Metropolitan Museum of Art was founded in 1870 for the purposes of opening a museum to bring art and art education to the American people. The Fifth Avenue building opened on February 20, 1872, at 681 Fifth Avenue.

Times Square

Times Square is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center, and neighborhood in the Midtown Manhattan section of New York City, at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue. Brightly lit by numerous billboards and advertisements, it stretches from West 42nd to West 47th Streets,[2] and is sometimes referred to as "the Crossroads of the World",[3] "the Center of the Universe",[4] "the heart of the Great White Way",[5][6][7] and "the heart of the world".[8] One of the world's busiest pedestrian areas,[9] it is also the hub of the Broadway Theater District[10] and a major center of the world's entertainment industry.[11] Times Square is one of the world's most visited tourist attractions, drawing an estimated 50 million visitors annually.[12] Approximately 330,000 people pass through Times Square daily,[13] many of them tourists,[14] while over 460,000 pedestrians walk through Times Square on its busiest days.

2037 locals recommend

Times Square

2037 locals recommend

Times Square is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center, and neighborhood in the Midtown Manhattan section of New York City, at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue. Brightly lit by numerous billboards and advertisements, it stretches from West 42nd to West 47th Streets,[2] and is sometimes referred to as "the Crossroads of the World",[3] "the Center of the Universe",[4] "the heart of the Great White Way",[5][6][7] and "the heart of the world".[8] One of the world's busiest pedestrian areas,[9] it is also the hub of the Broadway Theater District[10] and a major center of the world's entertainment industry.[11] Times Square is one of the world's most visited tourist attractions, drawing an estimated 50 million visitors annually.[12] Approximately 330,000 people pass through Times Square daily,[13] many of them tourists,[14] while over 460,000 pedestrians walk through Times Square on its busiest days.

Coney Island

Coney Island may be on of the best known places in New York City. Located at the southern end of Brooklyn, Coney has a fascinating history and for amusement park fans a redeveloped amusement park with a combination of classic rides (The Cyclone Roller Coaster and Wonder Wheel) and new rides for only the most daring! In addition to sitting on the beach, no visit to Coney Island would be complete without a stop at the Freak Show, a visit to the Coney Island History Project and a walk to the Russian neighborhood via the boardwalk!

663 locals recommend

Coney Island

663 locals recommend

Coney Island may be on of the best known places in New York City. Located at the southern end of Brooklyn, Coney has a fascinating history and for amusement park fans a redeveloped amusement park with a combination of classic rides (The Cyclone Roller Coaster and Wonder Wheel) and new rides for only the most daring! In addition to sitting on the beach, no visit to Coney Island would be complete without a stop at the Freak Show, a visit to the Coney Island History Project and a walk to the Russian neighborhood via the boardwalk!

Empire State Building

he Empire State Building is the World's Most Famous Building. It rises 1,454 feet from ground to antenna & features the only 360 degree open-air vantage point of Midtown Manhattan. The 86th & 102nd Floor Observatories are open daily from 11am-11pm. On a clear day you can see up to 6 states. The brand-new 2nd floor museum (included in all ticket options) offers guests 10,000 sq ft of interactive exhibits that invite visitors on a journey beginning from the building’s construction to its current place in pop culture. The 102nd Fl Obs features floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass elevator with sound & light experience. It is the jewel of NYC. All signage, audio & exhibits in the building are available in 9 languages. We offer free Wi-Fi. The 34th St Lobby entrance features a grand staircase with a 2-story architectural model of the bldg & a high-tech LED exhibit that celebrates lighting ceremonies performed by famous, celebrity guests.

1787 locals recommend

Empire State Building

20 W 34th St

1787 locals recommend

he Empire State Building is the World's Most Famous Building. It rises 1,454 feet from ground to antenna & features the only 360 degree open-air vantage point of Midtown Manhattan. The 86th & 102nd Floor Observatories are open daily from 11am-11pm. On a clear day you can see up to 6 states. The brand-new 2nd floor museum (included in all ticket options) offers guests 10,000 sq ft of interactive exhibits that invite visitors on a journey beginning from the building’s construction to its current place in pop culture. The 102nd Fl Obs features floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass elevator with sound & light experience. It is the jewel of NYC. All signage, audio & exhibits in the building are available in 9 languages. We offer free Wi-Fi. The 34th St Lobby entrance features a grand staircase with a 2-story architectural model of the bldg & a high-tech LED exhibit that celebrates lighting ceremonies performed by famous, celebrity guests.

Wall Street

The financial heartbeat of the United States, Wall Street is home to the New York Stock Exchange, where visitors can witness the frenetic and wild pace of stock trading.

190 locals recommend

Wall Street

190 locals recommend

The financial heartbeat of the United States, Wall Street is home to the New York Stock Exchange, where visitors can witness the frenetic and wild pace of stock trading.

Vessel

Cool place, if u want to see the NY’s newest attraction then u should definitely visit this place.👌 Try to book ur ticket in advance though, it might be crowded. Tickets are for free, just go on the main website.

195 locals recommend

Vessel

20 Hudson Yards

195 locals recommend

Cool place, if u want to see the NY’s newest attraction then u should definitely visit this place.👌 Try to book ur ticket in advance though, it might be crowded. Tickets are for free, just go on the main website.