New York is the most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York metropolitan area, one of the most populousurban agglomerations in the world. The city is referred to as New York City or the City of New York to distinguish it from the State of New York, of which it is a part. A global power city, New York exerts a significant impact upon commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainment. The home of the United Nations Headquarters, New York is an important center for international diplomacy and has been described as the cultural capital of the world.
NEW YORK ATTRACTIONS
1. American Museum of Natural History
Since opening to the public in 1869, the American Museum of Natural History has evolved and grown. In addition to the Rose Center planetarium and permanent exhibits, the American Museum of Natural History hosts a revolving series of temporary exhibits, so there is always something new to see. Don't miss our Tips for Visiting AMNH to make the most of your visit.
2. Central Park
Central Park has offered a welcome escape from the concrete jungle of New York City for over 150 years. Take a walk, a boat ride or just enjoy a picnic in Central Park and discover for yourself why Central Park is so popular.
3. Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Temporarily closed due to damage from Hurricane Sandy. The Ellis Island Immigration Museum offers visitors a fascinating look into the immigrant experience. Interactive exhibits, walking tours and movies reveal the hardships and challenges faced by immigrants passing through Ellis Island. Visitors today will enjoy learning about the history, as well as enjoying the voyage to get there by ferry through the harbor.
4. Empire State Building
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Tired of staring up at New York City skyscrapers? Check out the view of New York City from atop the Empire State Building. A classic New York City attraction, it offers visitors wonderful views of New York City and the surrounding area. Our advice: cut your waiting time by purchasing your tickets in advance.
5. Grand Central Terminal
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Renovations since its opening in 1913 have turned Grand Central into more than just a hub for transportation -- there are shops, dining and more available to visitors. Grand Central is both an essential transit hub and a beautiful example of Beaux-Arts architecture. For visitors looking for guidance, there are free tours available.
6. Metropolitan Museum of Art
Over 2 million works of art from around the world and throughout history are housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. An iconic art museum, the Met is well worth a visit and offers such a vast and diverse collection that there's sure to be something that appeals to you.
7. Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center is a great destination for visitors any time of year. Located in midtown Manhattan, Rock Center is probably most famous for its Christmas tree and ice skating rink, but it also offers visitors the wonderful Top of the Rock Observation Deck, and it's home to Radio City Music Hall, as well as numerous shopping and dining destinations.
8. Staten Island Ferry
The Staten Island Ferry is a free ferry from lower Manhattan to Staten Island, used by commuters and tourists wanting a view of the harbor and the Statue of Liberty.
9. Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States in honor of the friendship established during the French Revolution. It has become an American symbol of freedom and welcome to the immigrants who come to the USA looking for a better life. While the interior of the Statue of Liberty is closed for improvements, you can still visit Liberty Island and nearby Ellis Island.
10. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
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Founded in 1929 as the first museum dedicated entirely to contemporary art, the MoMA is host to an impressive collection of modern artistic efforts. From painting and sculpture to film and architecture, the Museum of Modern Art's diverse collection has something for everyone, including kids.
NEW YORK FOOD TOURS
There are so many ways to see the sights of New York City, but none more satisfying than an NYC walking tour or bus tour that includes a taste of New York. Learn about the neighborhoods of New York while taking a bite out of the Big Apple on one of these great New York City Food Tours!
Sample the culinary delight of NYC street food way beyond hot dogs and pretzels, indulge in the bialys and knishes of the Lower East Side, savor desserts in the trendy Upper West Side, stroll the East Village, shop like a chef … it’s NYC sightseeing at its tastiest on a New York City Food Tour!
A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour
“A Slice Of Brooklyn Pizza Tour”invites New Yorkers and tourists alike to climb aboard the city’s only guided bus tour of Brooklyn’s BEST pizzerias. The tour includes pizza, soft drinks and an audio-visual historical sightseeing tour of Brooklyn’s famous movie locations, landmarks and points of interest. During this tour you’ll learn about and see some of the things that have made Brooklyn famous.
The tour highlights movie locations, landmarks and general points of interest around the borough. So, while pizza is our focus, families and friends often find this tour an ideal way to tour Brooklyn. You'll visit unique Brooklyn neighborhoods such as DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), scenic Brooklyn Bridge Park for an up-close view of the Brooklyn Bridge, Fulton Ferry Landing (with its incredible view of the Lower Manhattan skyline!), the beautiful homes in Bay Ridge, Coney Island's landmark boardwalk and amusement park and much more. This Brooklyn sightseeing tour also features views of movie locations from famous films like Saturday Night Fever, Goodfellas, Annie Hall, Scent of a Woman, The French Connection - and you will watch the movie clips as you pass by the locations!
“A Slice Of Brooklyn Pizza Tour”invites New Yorkers and tourists alike to climb aboard the city’s only guided bus tour of Brooklyn’s BEST pizzerias. The tour includes pizza, soft drinks and an audio-visual historical sightseeing tour of Brooklyn’s famous movie locations, landmarks and points of interest. During this tour you’ll learn about and see some of the things that have made Brooklyn famous.
The tour highlights movie locations, landmarks and general points of interest around the borough. So, while pizza is our focus, families and friends often find this tour an ideal way to tour Brooklyn. You'll visit unique Brooklyn neighborhoods such as DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), scenic Brooklyn Bridge Park for an up-close view of the Brooklyn Bridge, Fulton Ferry Landing (with its incredible view of the Lower Manhattan skyline!), the beautiful homes in Bay Ridge, Coney Island's landmark boardwalk and amusement park and much more. This Brooklyn sightseeing tour also features views of movie locations from famous films like Saturday Night Fever, Goodfellas, Annie Hall, Scent of a Woman, The French Connection - and you will watch the movie clips as you pass by the locations!
Flavors of New York Food Tour
Indulge in New York City's food, culture, and history, and enjoy the city like a native! Eat like a local on this easy walking tasting tour that 'Yo, Youse Gonna Love.'
This fun and delicious tour takes place in the heart of the East Village and includes at least seven different tasting stops.
Try some homemade Eastern European style delicacies like homemade meatloaf or cheese blintzes. Enjoy a juicy NY hot dog like a local. Have a real NY hand rolled bagel with a "schmear." Savor some locally made ice cream. Taste a hot slice of NY style cheese pizza at an authentic neighborhood pizza joint. Satisfy your sweet tooth with an old fashioned Egg Cream!
Get the inside scoop with quirky stories about this famous neighborhood, hear plenty of tips that only locals know and experience first hand what makes New York the Big Apple.
This is not only a tasting adventure, but enough food for a meal for most people!
Indulge in New York City's food, culture, and history, and enjoy the city like a native! Eat like a local on this easy walking tasting tour that 'Yo, Youse Gonna Love.'
This fun and delicious tour takes place in the heart of the East Village and includes at least seven different tasting stops.
Try some homemade Eastern European style delicacies like homemade meatloaf or cheese blintzes. Enjoy a juicy NY hot dog like a local. Have a real NY hand rolled bagel with a "schmear." Savor some locally made ice cream. Taste a hot slice of NY style cheese pizza at an authentic neighborhood pizza joint. Satisfy your sweet tooth with an old fashioned Egg Cream!
Get the inside scoop with quirky stories about this famous neighborhood, hear plenty of tips that only locals know and experience first hand what makes New York the Big Apple.
This is not only a tasting adventure, but enough food for a meal for most people!
Lower East Side Artisan Food HighlightsTour
This isn’t your grandmother’s Lower East Side anymore! Yes, some of the grand jewels of the neighborhood still exist like Russ & Daughter’s, Kossar’s Bialys and Yonah Schimmel knishes, but this tour will take you to some of the newest hotspots in New York City.
Today’s Lower East Side is filled with some of the best restaurants and eateries in New York, in addition to some of the most fashionable young designer shops and boutiques found anywhere in the city.
You’ll see coffee being roasted in a 21st century way, taste the most exotic donuts you’ve ever had, bite into delicious sandwiches, pucker at fresh dill pickles and aaaahhhhhhhhh over creamy mission fig and chocolate chili ice cream.
We can’t think of a better way to explore one of the trendiest neighborhoods in New York. You’ll learn about the area’s immigrant history while tasting foods influenced from all corners of the globe.
Each tour is led by an energetic, knowledgeable and experienced licensed New York City Sightseeing Guide who can answer all your questions about New York and introduce you to some of the best foods and beverages you’ve ever had.
This isn’t your grandmother’s Lower East Side anymore! Yes, some of the grand jewels of the neighborhood still exist like Russ & Daughter’s, Kossar’s Bialys and Yonah Schimmel knishes, but this tour will take you to some of the newest hotspots in New York City.
Today’s Lower East Side is filled with some of the best restaurants and eateries in New York, in addition to some of the most fashionable young designer shops and boutiques found anywhere in the city.
You’ll see coffee being roasted in a 21st century way, taste the most exotic donuts you’ve ever had, bite into delicious sandwiches, pucker at fresh dill pickles and aaaahhhhhhhhh over creamy mission fig and chocolate chili ice cream.
We can’t think of a better way to explore one of the trendiest neighborhoods in New York. You’ll learn about the area’s immigrant history while tasting foods influenced from all corners of the globe.
Each tour is led by an energetic, knowledgeable and experienced licensed New York City Sightseeing Guide who can answer all your questions about New York and introduce you to some of the best foods and beverages you’ve ever had.
New York City - Beer, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Craving some of the best beers made?
Wondering how they complement dark chocolate or handmade cheeses?
Then join us for an indulgent afternoon of chocolate, cheese, beer tasting, and decadent desserts on a leisurely, easy walking tour of Manhattan's elegant Upper West Side.
Discover some of the newest, best, and coolest eateries, shops and restaurants in Manhattan while eating and learning about some of the most delicious desserts and beers you've ever had!
Craving some of the best beers made?
Wondering how they complement dark chocolate or handmade cheeses?
Then join us for an indulgent afternoon of chocolate, cheese, beer tasting, and decadent desserts on a leisurely, easy walking tour of Manhattan's elegant Upper West Side.
Discover some of the newest, best, and coolest eateries, shops and restaurants in Manhattan while eating and learning about some of the most delicious desserts and beers you've ever had!
Shearwater Champagne Brunch Sail in New York City
There are few better ways to have Sunday brunch in New York Citythan on a 2-hour group cruise aboard an 82-foot sailboat taking in the stunning sights of Statue of Liberty and NY skyline.
In no time you will be feeling the refreshing breeze and warm sun as we set sail.
You will enjoy a brunch including a delicious menu, tea and coffee service and an open Prosecco Bar.
Shearwater Brunch Sail Menu
Shearwater's Manhattan by Sail’s special brunch sail is a truly unique way to experience the historic sights of Manhattan. The brunch menu includes: Tea and Coffee service and an open Prosecco Bar, Smoked Salmon with Sliced Tomato, Onion & Capers; Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese, Butter & Jams; Granola & Yogurt Parfaits; Fresh Sliced Summer Fruits, Sliced Country Breads: zucchini, pumpkin, banana; Assorted Muffins & Danish; Quiches: spinach & mushroom, ham & onion; Mini Brioche Sandwiches:watercress, cucumber & goat cheese;; [black forest ham with brie & honey mustard], smoked turkey with bacon & cheddar.
There are few better ways to have Sunday brunch in New York Citythan on a 2-hour group cruise aboard an 82-foot sailboat taking in the stunning sights of Statue of Liberty and NY skyline.
In no time you will be feeling the refreshing breeze and warm sun as we set sail.
You will enjoy a brunch including a delicious menu, tea and coffee service and an open Prosecco Bar.
Shearwater Brunch Sail Menu
Shearwater's Manhattan by Sail’s special brunch sail is a truly unique way to experience the historic sights of Manhattan. The brunch menu includes: Tea and Coffee service and an open Prosecco Bar, Smoked Salmon with Sliced Tomato, Onion & Capers; Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese, Butter & Jams; Granola & Yogurt Parfaits; Fresh Sliced Summer Fruits, Sliced Country Breads: zucchini, pumpkin, banana; Assorted Muffins & Danish; Quiches: spinach & mushroom, ham & onion; Mini Brioche Sandwiches:watercress, cucumber & goat cheese;; [black forest ham with brie & honey mustard], smoked turkey with bacon & cheddar.
Shearwater Wine Tasting Sail in New York City
The Shearwater Wine Tasting cruise is a unique experience regardless of whether you are a wine connoisseur or a novice.
This 2-hour event is casual and fun. This wine tasting Sail is a truly unique way to experience the historic sights of Manhattan.
Set sail with our wine expert, who each week will introduce you to a different variety of wines picked from some of America’s oldest and best-known cellars. Wines are paired in eclectic fashion with snacks and cheeses.
Casual, fun and informative....Perfect for every wine or sailing enthusiast!
This 2-hour event is casual and fun. This wine tasting Sail is a truly unique way to experience the historic sights of Manhattan.
Set sail with our wine expert, who each week will introduce you to a different variety of wines picked from some of America’s oldest and best-known cellars. Wines are paired in eclectic fashion with snacks and cheeses.
Casual, fun and informative....Perfect for every wine or sailing enthusiast!
New York City Chocolate, Dessert & Wine Tour
Discover some of the newest, best, and coolest eateries, shops & restaurants in Manhattan's Upper West Side while eating and learning about some of the most delicious desserts and wines you've ever had!
Find out how these foods are made, how best to enjoy them, what to look for when buying them and and taste, taste, taste!
Discover some of the newest, best, and coolest eateries, shops & restaurants in Manhattan's Upper West Side while eating and learning about some of the most delicious desserts and wines you've ever had!
Find out how these foods are made, how best to enjoy them, what to look for when buying them and and taste, taste, taste!
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