New York City Attractions

We've all heard about it; the glitz and the glamour of New York City. Everybody dreams about going to the Big Apple and now, lucky for you, you're on your way to being smack dab in the middle of it all! But where should a tourist start? New York is full of attractions, but how do you know which ones to see and which ones to skip? Well this depends, of course, on personally preference. If you're more into business, you'll definitely want to check out New York Stock Exchange.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

The largest art museum in the western hemisphere, the Met is—naturally—a mecca for art lovers of all stripes. Treasures from all over the world and every era of human creativity comprise its expansive collection. It's easy to get dizzy circling all the Dutch master canvases, bronze Rodins, and ancient Greek artifacts—but if you need a breather, you can always retire to the Temple of Dendur or the rooftop café. Visit www.metmuseum.org

Times Square

Times Square is the most frenetic part of New York City: a cacophony of flashing lights, honking horns, and shoulder-to-shoulder crowds that many New Yorkers studiously avoid. But if you like sensory overload, the chaotic mix of huge underwear billboards, flashing digital displays, on-location television broadcasts, and outré street performers it will give you your fix. If you're a quieter sort, it will almost certainly give you a headache. Visit www.timessquare.com

Empire State Building

From the 86th-floor observatory, which towers 1,050 feet above the city, you can see up to 80 mi away on a clear day (and it's heated and air-conditioned, unlike the deck 16 stories farther up). The views at night are equally stunning, with the glittering city lights French architect Le Corbusier once called "a Milky Way come down to earth." If you're afraid of heights, gazing at the building from afar will still deliver a dose of dazzle—especially after dark, when it's illuminated by colored lights that correspond to different holidays and events. Visit www.esbnyc.com/index2.cfm For more information call (212) 736-3100.

Museum of Modern Art

Described as a "modernist dream world" after its $425 million face-lift in 2004, MoMA has since become as famous for its architecture as for its collections. Yoshio Taniguchi, the Japanese architect responsible for the redesign, created newly spacious, soaring-ceiling galleries suffused with natural light, where masterpieces like Monet's Water Lilies, Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, and van Gogh's Starry Night can get the oohs and aahs they deserve. The museum's restaurant next door, the Modern, is nearly as breathtaking. Visit www.moma.org

Brooklyn Bridge

"A drive-through cathedral" is how critic James Wolcott described this, one of New York's noblest and most recognized landmarks. Spanning the East River, the Brooklyn Bridge connects the island of Manhattan to the borough of Brooklyn (once an independent city, and still worth a visit in its own right). A leisurely hour's stroll on the pedestrian walkway (which you'll share with bicyclists and in-line skaters) is an essential New York experience. Traffic is beneath you, and the views along the East River and of Manhattan's Financial District are some of the best anywhere. Visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brooklyn_Bridge

American Museum of Natural History

The towering, spectacularly reassembled dinosaur skeletons that greet you when you enter this museum are practically worth the (suggested) price of admission. But there's tons more, including exhibits of ancient civilizations, animals both stuffed and living (don't miss the live Butterfly Conservatory October-May), a hall of oceanic creatures overlooked by a 94-foot model of a blue whale, and space shows at the adjoining Rose Center for Earth and Space. Visit www.amnh.org

Central Park

The literal and spiritual center of Manhattan, Central Park has 843 acres of meandering paths, tranquil lakes, ponds, and open meadows. For equestrians, softball and soccer players, strollers, ice- and roller skaters, rock climbers, bird-watchers, boaters, picnickers, and outdoor performers, it's an oasis of fresh air and greenery that lets them forget—at least for a little while—the hustle and congestion of the city.

Central Park is by far one of the most historic attractions in New York City. Located in the centre of Manhattan, Central Park covers 843 acres, which includes 7 bodies of water, 250 acres of lawns and 136 acres of woods. There are 21 playgrounds within the park along with a one of a kind Carousel. Central Park is surrounded by a huge drive for those of you who wish to simply drive past it in your Manhattan Apartment, but for those of you who want to get out and enjoy the scenery feel free to take a walk along some of the 58 miles of pedestrian paths within the park. For more information on Central Park visit the official site at www.centralparknyc.org/.

Bronx Zoo

One urban jungle deserves another. Only at the world's largest urban zoo is there room for gorillas to lumber around a 6.5-acre simulated rain forest, or tigers and lions to roam nearly 40 acres of open meadows. Visit www.bronxzoo.com

SoHo

The elegant cast-iron buildings, cobblestone streets, art galleries, chic boutiques, and swanky hotels make this a wonderful area in which to shop, drink, and dream of a more glamorous life.

More interested in the true New York monuments? Then you'll be more interested in the Statue of Liberty or Central Park. What ever your interests are, New York is sure to have something of interest for you. Just make sure to reserve yourself a Manhattan Apartment - because if you want to see all that New York has to offer, you're definitely going to need a personal means of transportation! Visit en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SoHo

The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty, located on the Liberty Island in New York Harbor, is more than just a National Monument. This statue was a gift to American from the people of France as a Gift of friendship and has become known as a universal symbol for political freedom and democracy. The parks hours are currently from 8:30AM to 5:00PM and a limited number of tickets are available to experience a special insiders' view of the Lady Liberty. Call 1-866-STATUE if you are calling from within the U.S. [(212) 269-5755 from outside] for more information on tickets or visit www.statuereservations.com .

The New York Stock Exchange

Every year over 700,000 tourists visit the New York Stock Exchange to take part in Guided Tours that provide the opportunity to learn about the important world of high finance. The NYSE is one of New York City's top ten tourist attractions and it offers a wide variety of interactive displays that answer common questions and help to educate visitors on the impacts made by the stock market. This trip can prove to be a once in a lifetime opportunity so be sure to visit the New York Stock Exchange in your Manhattan Apartment; it isn't everyday that you get to see big business taking place on the trading floor! Visit www.nyse.com

New York Talks and Walks

New York City walking tours provide a unique entertaining and educational site-seeing perspective on the Big Apple. New York Talks and Walks are led by Dr. Philip E. Schoenberg and his entourage of NYC experts. Offering over 100 different tours, Dr. Phil and his NYC experts also customize their New York City walking tours to suit the needs of your family, group, association, or special occasion.
Please visit: http://newyorktalksandwalks.com/
 

NYC Official Visitors and Information Centers

Planning a vacation to the Big Apple isn't always easy with so much to see and do its often hard to outline an itinerary that really reflects your interests. That's why NYC is proud to provide Residence with a specialized visitors and convention service entitled NYC & Company. This marketing organization was the result of a 1999 merger between the New York Convention & Visitors Bureau and the New Yorkers for New York: the Permanent Host Committee. Designed as a private, non-profit organization, NYC & company is dedicated to providing Residence with a plethora of information on over 1,800 local businesses, museums, hotels, restaurants, theaters, attractions, retail stores and tour organizations. Created with the intension of making vacation planning easy, NYC & Company currently features four visitors centers within the city, including two in Manhattan and one in Harlem, so be sure to stop by during your upcoming Apartment Rentals NYC and No Fee Apartments in New York City!

NYC & Company currently features three full service visitors centers in NYC, providing Manhattan Apartment Rental Apartment Search with tons of resources and vacation planning tools. The first center, which is located in Midtown at 810 Seventh Avenue, is currently open from Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:00pm, as well as on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30am to 5:00pm (all three centers are closed on major holidays). This large compound is overflowing with exciting Condo Sales New York City information, so be sure to stop in and stock up on brochures, sightseeing maps, event information and much, much more! The Midtown location is also home to NYCs official CityStore, providing Manhattan Apartment Rental Apartment Search with tons of exciting souvenirs and gifts. There are two more locations in the Manhattan area (one downtown and one in Chinatown) which also feature a variety of tourist oriented resources and multi-lingual staff. A final visitors booth was also recently opened in front of the Adam Clayton Powell State Office Building in Harlem. Visit www.nycgo.com

Visitor Center Counselors

NYC & Company is proud to providing Big Apple Residence with a variety of unique services including a revolutionary new program that is designed to provide Manhattan Apartment Rental Apartment Search with one-on-one counseling and vacation planning. These counselors eat, sleep and breathe New York City information, so don't be afraid to drop in and as for help planning your upcoming New York City Apartment Search. If you're interested in speaking with a counselor before finalizing any of your upcoming New York City Apartment listing search please call 212-484-1222 to arrange a telephone consultation today.

Convention Services

If you're interested in planning a convention during your upcoming trip to NYC, please feel free to contact either the Convention Sales sector of NYC & Company or the Convention Services department. NYC & Company has all the information you need to plan a stellar corporate get together or fundraiser. From hotel packages to exhibition facilities and meeting venues NYC & Company has the hook-ups to make your next conference a huge success! NYC & Company also features a special Conference Express fax hotline (212-246-6310), which is designed specifically for small group meetings and special events that require 199 or less sleeping rooms. To learn more about convention services and packages available in New York please feel free to email the Convention Services help desk at nyserv@nycvisit.com.

NYC & Company currently feature a high volume website loaded with interesting information and features, so be sure to surf over and check it out once you've reserved your upcoming Manhattan Apartment Rental! www.nycvisit.com is extremely easy to use and features a myriad of useful features including Official NYC Guides, Accommodation recommendations, and oh so much more! If you'd prefer to talk with a receptionist, the phone number for NYC & Company's main line at 212-484-1200.