Statue of Liberty
The symbol of freedom, reached by ferry to Liberty Island.
- Category
- Landmark
- Duration
- 4 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Morning
Tip: Book crown access months ahead through the official seller.
Show on mapCulture – New York
New York's culture blends immigration, performing arts and iconic landmarks. From the Statue of Liberty to Harlem's jazz stages, every neighborhood tells its own story.
Historic sites
- Federal Hall – The historic building where George Washington took his first presidential oath.
- Trinity Church – A Gothic church at the end of Wall Street, with Alexander Hamilton's grave.
- Grand Central Terminal – A 1913 Beaux-Arts station famous for its star-painted ceiling.
- Flatiron Building – An early skyscraper from 1902 famous for its triangular shape.
Traditions
- Broadway Theater – A world-famous theater tradition of musicals and plays.
- Jazz in Harlem and the Village – The tradition of hearing live jazz in small clubs.
- Brunch and Bagels – Weekend brunch and morning bagels are a ritual of city life.
Festivals
- New Year's Eve Ball Drop – A crystal ball descends in Times Square on December 31, watched by millions.
- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade – A famous November parade with giant balloons and floats.
- Tribeca Festival – A June festival of film, music and digital art.
- Pride March – A huge LGBTQ+ march through Manhattan in late June.
Etiquette
- Tip 18-20% for table service; it is not included in the price.
- Keep right on sidewalks and stairs; let others pass on the left.
- Give up subway seats to older and pregnant riders; do not hold doors.
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Places
Brooklyn Bridge
The granite and steel-cable bridge over the East River, opened in 1883.
- Category
- Landmark
- Duration
- 1 h
- Price
- Free
- Best time
- Sunset
Tip: Go at sunrise when it is quiet.
Show on mapTimes Square
A plaza ringed by neon lights, giant screens and Broadway theaters.
- Category
- Landmark
- Duration
- 1 h
- Price
- Free
- Best time
- Evening
Tip: It is brightest after dark; watch your belongings.
Show on mapEllis Island
The former immigration station where millions first entered America.
- Category
- Historic site
- Duration
- 2.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Morning
Tip: The same ferry ticket also covers the Statue of Liberty.
Show on mapWashington Square Park
Greenwich Village's arch-topped square, full of street performers and students.
- Category
- Neighborhood
- Duration
- 1 h
- Price
- Free
- Best time
- Afternoon
Tip: Musicians play on weekend afternoons.
Show on mapLincoln Center & Metropolitan Opera
A performing arts complex home to opera, ballet and symphony.
- Category
- Performance
- Duration
- 2.5 h
- Price
- $$$
- Best time
- Evening
Tip: Ask the box office about discounted last-minute tickets.
Show on mapApollo Theater
Harlem's legendary stage that launched Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown.
- Category
- Performance
- Duration
- 2.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Evening
Tip: Catch Amateur Night on Wednesday evenings.
Show on mapChinatown
Manhattan's Chinese immigrant neighborhood of markets, dim sum halls and temples.
- Category
- Neighborhood
- Duration
- 2 h
- Price
- $
- Best time
- Afternoon
Tip: Many places take cash only; carry some.
Show on mapSt. Patrick's Cathedral
A Neo-Gothic Catholic cathedral on Fifth Avenue.
- Category
- Religious site
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price
- Free
- Best time
- Morning
Tip: Stay quiet during Mass and cover your shoulders.
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