Sights to See in New York City
- Many of New York City's attractions are known worldwide.new-york city image by Pierre-Emmanue Bayart from Fotolia.com
New York City is known around the world for its attractions. Every one of the city's boroughs has something to see, from museums, to historic landmarks and parks. Whatever your interest, your trip to the Big Apple will be one to remember. - The Statue of Liberty is one of the most visited landmarks in the city.Statue of Liberty image by sival from Fotolia.com
The Statue of Liberty is almost synonymous when thinking about the Big Apple. It was dedicated in 1886 and is one of the most visited destinations in New York City today. Also, stop by Ellis Island, the former immigration center that processed 12 million immigrants between 1892 and 1954. While there, you can search the database of Ellis Island manifests for possible ancestors who entered through the immigration port. Other places of historical interest in New York include the Woolworth Building and the Empire State Building, two of the tallest skyscrapers in the city; numerous old churches, such as Grace Church, St. Paul's Chapel and St. Patrick's Cathedral; and many houses of notable residents, such as Andrew Carnegie and Duke Wellington. - The Guggenheim is well known for its architectural style.guggenheim museum new york close up image by laurent dambies from Fotolia.com
If you love museums, New York City is the place for you. One of the most notable museums is Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Nearly 200 life-like wax figures are featured, so set aside plenty of time to explore the entire museum. Take a walk down Fifth Avenue's "Museum Mile," which houses many museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim Museum. If you wish to explore places a little less well known, visit the Bronx Museum of the Arts, the Brooklyn Children's Museum and the Museum of African Art. - Central Park was opened in 1857 and continues to be a popular park today.central park sunbathers image by pelvee from Fotolia.com
If you would like a day to relax and enjoy a stroll in the park, visit Central Park or Washington Square Park. Central Park is one of the most visited parks in the nation and is composed of 850 acres in Manhattan. The park offers many activities and places to visit and even has a small zoo. Washington Square Park is known for its huge arch and fountain and is considered a center of local artists and musicians. The park also is a known gathering spot for many chess enthusiasts. There are also hundreds of smaller parks in each of the five boroughs of the city that you can visit as well. - Coney Island Beach is a popular spot for many of the city's residents in the summer.coney island beach. image by Vonora from Fotolia.com
Spend a day visiting Coney Island, which offers an amusement park, the New York Aquarium and a beach for swimming. The amusement park has a variety of carnival games and rides, such as the Wonder Wheel, bumper cars and the Cyclone, which is one of the nation's oldest operating wooden roller coasters. If you are one who likes the theater, your visit must include a trip to Times Square. This is the city's center of theater and also is the home of many world-class restaurants and hotels. If shopping is something you enjoy, take a walk down Fifth Avenue, which includes Tiffany & Co., Prada, FAO Schwartz, Gap and the World of Disney stores.
