Top 10 Reasons to Visit New York

Top 10 things to see and do in New York

10. Grand Central Terminal.

The beauty of this famous New York Fine Arts building is not to be missed whether you arrive by train or not. Built between 1903 and 1931, the Grand Central Terminal is magnificent. Visit to learn about its history, including its immediate destruction and restoration.

9.Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

New York's Lincoln Center is the largest performing arts center in the world (16.3 acres / 66,000 square meters) and is home to 12 residential arts organizations, including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Opera and the New York City Ballet. Watch a performance and also take the time to visit the center.

8. Ice skating at Rockefeller Center.

A unique and interesting winter tradition is taking a stroll on the ice rink at Rockefeller Center or watching the skaters slide while sipping hot chocolate.

7. Empire State Building.

The Empire State Building in New York City Icon. The classic Art Deco architecture of the 102-story Empire State Building makes it another New York icon. Visit the 86th floor outside the observatory for views up to 130 kilometers. Make sure to bring your camera.

6. Shopping in New York City.

You can find just about anything in New York City, including discount clothing, accessories from around the world, and more. New York City is a buyer's paradise.

5. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

A must see symbol of political freedom and democracy. Located on the 12-acre (48,500 m) Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty was a gift from the people of France. Consecrated on October 28, 1886, it was designated a national monument on October 15, 1924. Ellis Island was added to the Statue of Liberty on May 11, 1965, as part of the National Monument. Between 1892 and 1954, about 12 million steamboat passengers entered the United States through New York Harbor on Ellis Island.

4. Theatre, New York City.

There are currently 39 theaters operating on Broadway, one of which fills a small area called the Great White Road. There should be at least one theatrical performance on any city tour, whether it is a new work or a classic piece. Find discount theater tickets, which are often available.

3. Museum in New York.

where do I start? World-class museums in New York City catch your eye. First of all, there's the American Museum of Natural History, the Museum of Modern Art and of course the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Regular visits will still make you want to see more.

2. Times Square.

This revitalized area of   the city was a place to escape. Bus! Now the heart of New York City is a safe and dynamic rooftop of activity, with huge electronic billboards and so much more to do. Visit Toys RU, Laser Park, MTV Total Application Live (TRL), Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, or Hard Rock Café. Other nearby attractions include the Manhattan Children's Museum, the American Girls doll store, and the Fearless Sea Airspace Museum.

1. Green spaces in New York City.

Contrary to many people's beliefs, New York City is the greenest city in the United States. The 843-acre Central Park, the city's most famous park, is actually the fifth largest. Play jog, walk, bike, skate online, ride, snowboard, rent boats, basketball, softball, soccer and tennis and enjoy special events and celebrations in 1,700 city parks and playgrounds. Or just commissions and people watching.