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Times Square
Brash, bold and flashy – there is something truly captivating about the bright lights and hypnotic hubbub of Times Square.
Central Park
Escape the shadow of the crowded skyscrapers for an all-American afternoon enjoying the sights and sounds of Central Park.
Grand Central Terminal
With sweeping marble staircases, world-renowned artworks and chandeliers gracing its elegant colonnades, Grand Central Terminal is more than just a train station.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Madison Square Garden
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Empire State Building
Rising regally above the city, the Empire State Building is the ultimate symbol of New York glitz and glamour.
Rockefeller Center
Nothing epitomises the American dream like the Rockefeller Center, a gleaming complex that effortlessly mixes business and pleasure.
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
Areas of Downstate New York
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Queens
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Flower District are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Chelsea
Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Joyce Theater. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like New York Earth Room, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
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- Times Square
- Central Park
- Grand Central Terminal
- Broadway
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Empire State Building
- Rockefeller Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- One World Trade Center
- Wall Street
- 5th Avenue
- Bronx Zoo
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Radio City Music Hall
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- United Nations Headquarters
- The High Line Park
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- Battery Park
- Carnegie Hall
- Trump Tower
- Mount Sinai Hospital
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
- Fordham University
- Museum of Modern Art
- Washington Square Park
- American Museum of Natural History
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