The places, most named first
From the 7 guides that rank for "best places to visit in new york"
Named by 2 of 71. Brooklyn BridgeWalking across it gives views of the skyline and is worth doing at least once.It was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened in 1883.
Named by 2 of 72. Grand Central TerminalIt has architecture, painted ceilings and dining, and you can take a tour or just pass through.Highlights include the opal clock, the celestial ceiling and the Whispering Gallery.
Named by 2 of 73. American Museum of Natural HistoryIt stands on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.Its collection includes dinosaur fossils and gemstones and minerals.
Named by 2 of 74. BrooklynWilliamsburg is described as a trendy place to stay outside Manhattan.The outer boroughs now draw as much attention as Manhattan.
Named by 2 of 75. Flatiron DistrictThe Flatiron Building is known for its triangular shape.The original Shake Shack is in nearby Madison Square Park.
6. Statue of Liberty and Ellis IslandThe only way to reach Liberty Island is by ferry, and a reservation is required.The same ferry stops at Ellis Island, where more than 12 million immigrants passed through.
7. Central ParkThe park sits between the Upper West Side and the Upper East Side of Manhattan.One guide suggests making a plan from the park map first, or wandering without one.
8. Times SquareIt is one of the world's most visited tourist attractions and is best seen after dark.It is also the hub of the Broadway Theatre District.
9. Empire State BuildingIt has two observation decks: the open-air 86th floor and the enclosed, calmer 102nd floor.Sunset is crowded and sells out in advance, so a weekday daytime visit is quieter.
10. Top of the RockMany people rank its view as the best in the city, with the Empire State Building straight ahead.It is one of five popular spots for city views, along with the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.
11. World Trade Center and 9/11 MemorialThe memorial has two pools where the twin towers stood, honoring the victims.The nearby Oculus is both a shopping mall and a subway station.
12. Metropolitan Museum of ArtIt is the largest art museum in America, with a collection spanning over 5,000 years.Its holdings range from Egyptian artifacts and armor to paintings by Vermeer and Monet.
13. Museum of Modern ArtIt holds classics including Van Gogh's The Starry Night.
14. New York Public LibraryIt is noted for its architecture and size, plus a Polonsky Exhibition of historic items.
15. Wall Street and the Stock ExchangeVisitors cannot go inside, but can photograph the building from outside.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name April to May and September to October as the best time to visit New York.
Questions people ask
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- One guide says January and February offer great deals, and winter is the least crowded season.
